Kashgar stands as one of Central Asia's most significant Islamic centers, home to the magnificent Id Kah Mosque, one of China's largest mosques that has served the faithful for over 500 years. The city's Islamic heritage is deeply rooted in its position along the ancient Silk Road, where Islamic culture flourished and spread throughout the region. Today, Kashgar maintains a vibrant Uyghur Muslim community that preserves traditional Islamic architecture, crafts, and cultural practices in the historic old city.