Uigur Collection

Old Chinese Manuscript
Fragment from a manuscript of the Uigur dynasty : figures are shown writing and reading, and one is playing a lute-like musical instrument

China, Xinjiang, Kashgar. Entrance door to Abakh Khoja mausoleum

China, Xinjiang, Kashgar. Dried snakes for sale at local market

UIGUR DYNASTY ARTEFACT
A fragment of an Uigur dynasty miniature. Date: 8 - 9 century

China, Xinjiang, Karakul lake at sunrise

An Uigur man leads his herd of goats into the heart of Kashgars famous Sunday Market

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Discover the rich cultural heritage of the Uigur people in Xinjiang, China. Wander through ancient villages like Toyuq, where mosques with minarets tower over traditional homes. Explore the entrance door to the Abakh Khoja mausoleum in Kashgar, adorned with intricate patterns from the Uigur Dynasty. Marvel at the Emin Minaret and mosque, a symbol of Islamic architecture in Turpan. Witness the daily life herders as they lead their goats to pasture at sunrise by the serene Karakul Lake. Delve into the history of this diverse region through Old Chinese manuscripts and local markets, where traditional crafts and delicacies like dried snakes are still sold.