Imagine strolling through cobblestone streets where every corner hums with the soulful twang of a dutar or the rhythmic beat of a dap drum. Welcome to Kashgar’s Ancient City Musical Instruments Street – where culture isn’t just observed, but heard 🎵.
Local artisans here craft instruments like the rawap and satar using techniques passed down through generations, recently recognized as national intangible cultural heritage. These aren’t just museum pieces – they’re the soundtracks to weddings, festivals, and daily life in Xinjiang’s cultural heartland.
Travelers can now watch master craftsmen shape mulberry wood into elegant instruments, then see them come alive in impromptu street performances. \"It’s like Spotify, but analog and way more magical,\" joked one visitor from London last week.
Beyond their musical magic, these creations represent Kashgar people’s hopes and artistry. As craftsman Ablimit Yusupov says: \"Every instrument carries 1,001 stories – all you need is to pluck the strings.\"
