City
Hotan
Jade City of the Desert
Jade cultureSilk heritageCarpet traditionsCraft productionOasis authenticity
Best Time to Visit:April-May and September-October for moderate temperatures.
Asia/Urumqi
CNY
Uyghur, Mandarin
About Hotan
Hotan (Khotan) is an ancient oasis city at the Silk Road's southern route famous for jade carving, silk production, and carpet weaving. The city preserves traditional crafts and bazaars. Hotan represents authentic Uyghur culture and oasis traditions. The surrounding deserts create dramatic landscape contrasts.
Highlights
1
Jade carving workshops and markets
2
Silk production heritage
3
Traditional carpet weaving
4
Uyghur bazaars and culture
5
Ancient Silk Road history
Climate & Best Time to Visit
Arid continental climate with extreme heat. Very hot summers (40-45°C), cold winters (-10 to 0°C), virtually no rainfall.
Getting There
Hotan has an airport with flights to Urumqi and regional cities. Limited air connections. Car rental essential for regional exploration.
Practical Tips
Extreme sunscreen for intense heat
Light clothing for sun protection
Hydrate constantly
Book accommodations well in advance
Respect craft workshops and photography rules
Quick Facts
Best Time to Visit
April-May and September-October for moderate temperatures.
Timezone
Asia/Urumqi
Currency
CNY
Language
Uyghur, Mandarin