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About Afaq Khoja Mausoleum
A large central dome, patterned corner towers and glazed surfaces distinguish the tomb building, while timber-supported prayer halls add another architectural character. The Afaq Khoja family history and the popular Xiangfei story are different interpretive strands; legends should not be treated as proof of an individual burial.
What to look for
- A central dome and decorated corner towers shape the mausoleum’s profile.
- Glazed tiles and timber-supported halls provide contrasting details.
Background & history
The Afaq Khoja Mausoleum is a mausoleum in Xinjiang, China; it is the holiest Muslim site in the region. It is located some 5 km northeast from the centre of Kashgar, in Haohan Village (浩罕村; Ayziret in Uyghur), which is also known as Yaghdu. The shrine is visited by sightseers and has been designated as a tourist attraction by Chinese officials.
Excerpt from Wikipedia: Afaq Khoja Mausoleum · Wikipedia contributors · CC BY-SA 4.0. Selected introductory sentences; formatting simplified. Background information, not current visitor-service advice.
The surrounding area
A southwestern urban and cultural chapter with craft streets, food and residential life.
Location & getting there
Getting to Afaq Khoja Mausoleum
Navigate to Xiangfei Garden/Afaq Khoja Mausoleum in the Haohan area northeast of Kashgar. Check which historic buildings are included in the current visitor route and distinguish admission from any separately scheduled performances.
Combine your visit
Choose from these complementary stops when planning your visit.
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Mausoleum exterior陵墓建筑外观
Study the dome, tiles and corner towers.
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Open courtyard and halls开放庭院与殿堂
Compare the different architectural spaces.
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Historical interpretation历史解说
Separate the family history from later popular legends.
This is a suggested combination, not a timed route; confirm the opening and transport arrangements for your date.
Find Afaq Khoja Mausoleum
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View guide →Sources & visit information
The linked encyclopedia sources support background and place descriptions. Current opening hours, ticket prices, booking rules and transport schedules have not been independently verified for this guide. Confirm them with the venue or operator before travelling.
Geographic and historical facts selectively adapted from Wikipedia contributors, Afaq Khoja Mausoleum · CC BY-SA 4.0. Source revision 1334488599.