The road to Kizil passes some spectacular valleys and desert mountains. It is quite adventurous. Parts of the road are under construction (2007). Even if you do not see the big Taklamakan Sanddunes, this part gives you an impression of sandy and dusty desert, loneliness and high mountains. Sandstorms can occur.
Updated Nov 1, 2007
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The road to Kizil passes some spectacular valleys and desert mountains. It is quite adventurous. Parts of the road are under construction (2007). Even if you do...
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Kucha with about 100.000 inhabitants is what you call a Chinese small town. It is a quiet place with friendly people and a beautiful and very authentic Old Town.
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A pain to get to and virtually impossible if you don't speak chinese or uigyur, but very rewarding if you do. Avoid the Buddah caves. They're pretty much ruined and you can't take pictures. Buy...
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Kuqa is a pleasant city, with an interesting market that lines the street on both sides, and where you can find samsa and bread in abundance. Be careful walking along the street- lots of cars use the...
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