Hotan Tuancheng (和田团城) is a national 4A-level scenic area in the heart of Hotan City, Xinjiang.
Basic Info
Location: Narbag Street, central Hotan
Area: 83 hectares
Name Meaning: “City of Unity,” from its radial, clustered layout
Former Name: “Pigeon Alley” (鸽子巷), once a old market neighborhood
Renovated: Starting in 2016 (cost ~1.8 billion RMB)
Opened as 4A: 2020
What to See
“Ayiwang” Architecture: Traditional Uyghur homes with mosaic brick walls, carved wooden doors/windows, arched skylights (a national intangible heritage).
Craft Workshops: Live demos of Atlas silk, Hotan carpets, wood carving, pottery.
Dining & Nightlife: Uyghur food street, night markets, and the Seven Phoenix Tower light show.
Photo Spots: Colorful alleys, rose lanes, and umbrella lanes.
Visiting Tips
Ticket: Free
Hours: 10:00 – 21:00 daily
Best Time: Evening for lights; spring/autumn for weather.
Stay: Boutique “Ayiwang-style” guesthouses inside.
Highlights
A living museum of Uyghur culture and Silk Road heritage.
Blends old-world charm with modern amenities.
Top spot to experience local life, crafts, and cuisine in Hotan.
