Destination · Xinjiang
Kucha Royal Palace
A rebuilt princely residence in Kuqa with Chinese and Uyghur architecture and halls on the history of ancient Kuqa.
- Where in China
- Xinjiang, 450 km south-west of Urumqi in a straight line
- Nearest town
- Kuqa, 6 km east
- Entry
- $ (about USD 12 or less per adult)
Kuqa Royal Palace (Kuqa Wangfu) in Kuqa, southern Xinjiang, was first built in 1759, when the Qianlong Emperor granted it to a local Uyghur leader in recognition of his loyalty to the Qing court. Twelve generations of hereditary princes lived here over nearly two centuries, making it one of the longest-lasting princely residences in China. The complex seen today was rebuilt in the early 2000s, based on the memories of the last prince, Dawut Mahsut, who lived on the grounds until his death in 2014. It blends Central Plains Chinese and Uyghur Islamic architecture, and its exhibition halls cover the family's history and the culture of ancient Kuqa (Qiuci).
What to see
Where it is
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Where to park
The exact spot, the entrance and the address are in the Dragon Roads app during your trip. Every stop opens in Amap, ready to navigate.
Road trip to Kucha Royal Palace
Kucha Royal Palace is a stop on Southern Xinjiang Expedition, one of our Xinjiang road trips. Every route can be shortened, lengthened or started elsewhere.
Self-drive · 13 days · Kashgar loop
Southern Xinjiang Expedition
Day 10. Tour Kucha Royal Palace, walk the boardwalk through Subashi Buddhist Temple Ruins, drive south to Aral, and eat grilled lamb in town.
Nearby in Xinjiang
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