Uyghurs 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

Uyghur Princes wearing Chinese-styled robes and headgear. (From the Bezeklik Caves), 8th-9th century. Found in the collection of the Staatliche Museen, Berlin

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

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

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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"Discovering the Vibrant Culture and Resilience of the Uyghurs in Kashgar, Xinjiang" In the heart of Kashgar, Xinjiang, China, a young Uyghur girl captivates with her radiant smile. Her eyes reflect the rich heritage and traditions that have shaped her community for centuries. Amidst the bustling streets of Kashgar, impoverished Uyghur musicians pour their hearts into their melodies. Their music echoes through time, carrying stories of struggle and resilience. Stepping into this enchanting city is like stepping back in time. A young Uyghur girl gracefully navigates through its ancient alleyways, preserving a cultural legacy that has thrived here for generations. Kashgar stands as a testament to diversity within China's borders. Its vibrant streets are adorned with illustrations depicting street scenes from Yarkand - an illustration from The Universal Geography showcasing unity amidst diversity. Buddhist men gather together in harmony at temples across Kashgar. Their presence symbolizes religious coexistence and mutual respect within this multicultural oasis. The air is filled with mystique during Buddhist ceremonies held by devoted priests inside ornate temples scattered throughout Kashgar. These rituals serve as reminders of spiritual devotion passed down through generations. Uighurs celebrate life through dance in Xinjiang's northwestern region. Their graceful movements tell tales of joyous occasions and shared moments within tight-knit communities. A glimpse into daily life reveals a close-knit Uyghur family residing under traditional tents – symbols of nomadic roots intertwined with modern aspirations for progress and prosperity. Close to Kashgar lies a haven where laughter fills the air – Uyghur children embody innocence while cherishing their unique identity rooted deeply in this land they call home. An elaborate pipe rests between weathered hands; it tells stories etched on every wrinkle lining his face – a proud Uyghur man embraces tradition while embracing change.