Uyghur Collection

Young Uyghur Girl - Kashgar, Xinjiang
Young indigenous Uyghur girl of Kashgar. Photograph by Ralph Ponsonby Watts

Poor Uyghur Musicians - Kashgar. Photograph by Ralph Ponsonby Watts

Princess Nirgidma visits Citroen Central Asian Expedition
Princess Palta (Nirgidma), Princess of the Torghuts, a nomadic people in Central Asia visits the Citroen Central Asian Anthropological Expedition (3rd Mission, led by Haardt) at Ouroumtsi

China, Xinjiang, Kashgar. Entrance door to Abakh Khoja mausoleum

China, Xinjiang, Kashgar. Dried snakes for sale at local market

Road to Kashgar
Lou Urlings

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China, Xinjiang Uyghur, Fukang. Citic Guoan Winery gets Cabernet Sauvignon grapes from this vineyard sitting in front of a nuclear power plant and Bogda Peak in the Tian Shan Mountain range

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China, Xinjiang Uyghur, Fukang. Citic Guoan Winery gets Cabernet Sauvignon grapes from this vineyard sitting in front of a nuclear power plant and Bogda Peak in the Tian Shan Mountain range

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China, Xinjiang Uyghur, Fukang. Citic Guoan Winery gets Cabernet Sauvignon grapes from this vineyard sitting in front of a nuclear power plant and Bogda Peak in the Tian Shan Mountain range

Street Scene, Yarkand, illustration from The Universal Geography
423568 Street Scene, Yarkand, illustration from The Universal Geography, the Earth and its inhabitants by Elisee Reclus, published 1878 (engraving) by English School

A group of Buddhist men of various ages in Kashgar, a city now in the Xinjiang Uyghur Autonomous Region, in Chinas far west. Date: circa 1932

A young Uyghur girl at Kashgar, China - holding a cigarette. Date: circa 1932

Buddhist priests at a ceremony in a Temple in Kashgar, a city now in the Xinjiang Uyghur Autonomous Region, in Chinas far west. Date: circa 1932

Kashgar, Xinjiang, China
Kashgar - the westernmost city in China, located near the border with Tajikistan and Kyrgyzstan. Within the Xinjiang Uyghur Autonomous Region. Date: circa 1907

Uighurs dancing, Xinjiang, north west China
Uighurs performing their national dance, Xinjiang, north west China. Date: 1953

A Uyghur family and tent
A Uyghur family stand before their traditional tent house - Xinjiang Province, southern China. Photograph by Ralph Ponsonby Watts during his journey from Kashmir to Kashgar

China, Xinjiang, Karakul lake at sunrise

An Uigur man leads his herd of goats into the heart of Kashgars famous Sunday Market

Finished in 1778 AD, the Emin Minaret comprises sun-dried bricks tapering in geometric and floral patterns

Kashmir, India - A Uighur Man and Mule
Kashmir, India - A Uighur man from Northern Kashmir (or possibly living further north toward Kashgar in the Xinjiang Province) with his mule

Uyghur Children - close to Kashgar
Two young Uyghur Children, close to Kashgar in Xinjiang, South West China. Photograph taken by Ralph Ponsonby Watts, who travelled up from Kashmir to Kahgar

A Uyghur man smoking an elaborate pipe. Photograph by Ralph Ponsonby Watts

Turkic Man
A man from far Northern India or Southern China, displaying the highly Turkic facial morphology of the peoples of this region. Photograph by Ralph Ponsonby Watts

Kashgar Trip - Uyghur Woman - Headdress
Indigenous Uyghur woman of Kashgar with a remarkable headdress. A wonderful photographic portrait by Ralph Ponsonby Watts

Kashgar Trip
Two siblings ride on a small pony, wrapped up against the cold. Both are from the Xinjiang province of China - close to Kashgar. Photograph by Ralph Ponsonby Watts

Indigenous Uyghur men of Kashgar. Photograph by Ralph Ponsonby Watts

Woman from Kashgar
A woman from Kashgar, in Xinjiang Province, China. She is likely a Uyghur woman, of Turkic ethnic extraction. Photograph by Ralph Ponsonby Watts

Uyghur School, Minfeng, Xinjiang, China, Asia

Racial / China / Uighur Men
Four Uighur men from the far west of China. The Uighurs have a remarkable cultural heritage, with influences from Mongolia, Turkey and further East. The majority are Muslim

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"Exploring the Rich Culture and Beauty Life in Xinjiang, China" Young Uyghur Girl - Kashgar, Xinjiang: A glimpse into the vibrant spirit of a young Uyghur girl as she embraces her heritage in the ancient city of Kashgar. Princess Nirgidma visits Citroen Central Asian Expedition: Witnessing the fusion of tradition and modernity as Princess Nirgidma graces the Citroen Central Asian Expedition with her regal presence. Poor Uyghur Musicians - Kashgar: Despite their humble circumstances, these talented musicians from Kashgar captivate hearts with their soulful melodies, showcasing the resilience and passion culture. Road to Kashgar: Embark on a journey along the enchanting road that leads to Kashgar, where centuries-old traditions intertwine with contemporary life against a backdrop of breathtaking landscapes. A young Uyghur girl at Kashgar, China: Discovering innocence and curiosity through the eyes of a young Uyghur girl amidst bustling streets and colorful markets in historic Kashgar. Entrance door to Abakh Khoja mausoleum - preserving history in China's Xinjiang region: Standing tall with intricate designs, this entrance door serves as a gateway to honor one of Xinjiang's most revered figures at Abakh Khoja mausoleum in Kashgar. Turpan's Ancient Village of Toyuq - Unveiling Treasures from Time Immemorial: Stepping back in time within Turpan's ancient village reveals architectural wonders that have stood for generations; an ode to Uyghur heritage etched into every stone. Dried snakes for sale at local market – A Unique Culinary Delight or Cultural Curiosity.