Yarkand Khanate Royal Tombs & Amannisa Khan Mausoleum
ياركەند خانلىقى خان جەمەتى قەبرىستانلىقى
The royal cemetery of the Yarkand Khanate, between the old and new towns of Shache. Green glazed-tile domes stand beside the mausoleum of Amannisa Khan, the compiler of the Muqam.
The Yarkand Khanate Royal Tombs (Shache Royal Tombs) sit between the old and new towns of Shache. Construction began in 1533. They are the burial ground of Sayyid Khan, founder of the Yarkand Khanate, and other members of the royal family. The outer walls are inlaid with green glazed tiles, and the colonnades are finely carved. Next door, the Amannisa Khan Mausoleum commemorates the khan's consort and compiler of the Twelve Muqam. Its white arched gateway and dome are landmarks of Shache. Both sites are part of the Aletun Cultural Tourism Area and can be visited together. Allow about 1.5 hours. Ticket prices vary, so confirm on site. Dress modestly when entering.
Opening hours
10:00–19:30 (local hours run late, following Xinjiang time; check on site)
Nearby sights
- Altun Cultural Tourism Area
- Yarkand Old Town
- Yarkand Jama Mosque
- Twelve Muqam Hometown Park
- Yarkant River
- Buyiluke Tajik Ethnic Township
- Jinhuyang National Forest Park