Yarkent Attractions
There are not many attractions of interest in Yarkent. The city was a trade town known to the outside world for its connection with the Silk Road, but few of the ancient trade route remains today. The attractions worth exploring are covered below on this page.
Some travelers like to spend a day or two in Yarkent to explore the city's old quarters and experience its unique atmosphere.
Yarkent Travel Guide
Yarkent Facts
- Chinese Name: 莎车
- Chinese Pinyin: shā chē
- English Name: Shache
- Location: Northwest China
- Latitude: 38° 45' N
- Longitude: 72° 25' E
- Area: 7,960 sq. km. (3,073 sq. mi.)
- Time Zone: (UTC+8)
- Area Code: 0998
- Population: 621,000
