Autumn light gilds Kashi Ancient City, where Silk Road history meets festive bustle. Its bazaars, the Twelve Muqam, nang coffee, and Etles-silk photo shoots help keep the old city fresh. From January to May 2026, Kashi welcomed over 12.6 million visits, a rise of 26.8% year-on-year, with tourism jobs exceeding 200,000 by the end of 2025.