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1. Silk and Mulberry Research Center (Si Sang Yanjiusuo)
Khotan is said to have broken the closely guarded Chinese silk monopoly in the 5th century. According to legend, a Chinese princess was instructed...
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2. Khotan Old and New Carpet Store
In the Uighur part of town at, this little shop has a decent selection of carpets from the surrounding areas. While the shop carries just a few...
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3. Jade Factory (Gongyi Meishu Youxian Gongsi)
Khotan has long been China's source of jade (nephrite). The jade was first noticed by Zhang Qian, sent to Khotan on a reconnaissance expedition...
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4. Carpet Factory (Ditan Chang)
In the 1980s, factory inspections were an unavoidable part of any trip to China. Fortunately, you can examine the workings of this factory without...
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The Best of NileGuide
- There’s never a reason to be bored in Khotan. There are just too many things to do. Start with the must-see attractions, move to the big sights and fine museums, check out some tours, dig in to some outdoor activities, and work your way down to the between-the-cracks, off-the-beaten-path gems. Just leave some time to catch your breath.
