Altun Cultural Tourism Area
阿勒屯文化旅游区
A historic district centered on the Altun Mosque and a reconstructed palace of the Yarkand Khanate. It is a must-see in Yarkand.
The Altun Cultural Tourism Area lies north of Yarkand’s old town. Its core is the Altun Mosque, first built in the 16th century during the Yarkand Khanate, along with royal tombs, a reconstructed Yarkand Khanate royal palace, craft alleys and a plaza. Together they tell the story of the khanate’s capital and showcase Uyghur architecture. “Altun” means “gold,” and the mosque’s wooden pillars and carvings are finely painted. Inside the area, you can visit musical instrument and copperware workshops. In the evening, the plaza fills with local residents. Plan for about two hours, and observe the etiquette required when entering a religious site.
Opening hours
10:00–20:00 (check on site)
Nearby sights
- Yarkand Khanate Royal Tombs & Amannisa Khan Mausoleum
- Twelve Muqam Hometown Park
- Yarkand Old Town
- Yarkand Jama Mosque
- Yarkant River
- Buyiluke Tajik Ethnic Township
- Jinhuyang National Forest Park