We did came for the door, so I have to write about the door!
These doors are colourful, historical and dated back to 500 years old. Why? Most of it are the influence from the Persian and Arabic art. Uyghurs are muslim and this region has a long history of the domination from the Semitan Penisular. The Arabic art shown on both the carving as well as the colour.
My favourite one is this bright orange colour door.
The reason is for the old lady who came to open the door for us. She reminded me of this place that time does not seem to be matter to the people, only life does.
All these doors are built with big frame, some closed to 15 feets in height. Two main features are - there is always a smaller door embedded at around 5-6 feets height and there is always airing holes on top. Some of the colletions here.
love all the photos of the doors! they are really works of art.
ReplyDeleteJean,
DeleteThe whole Turfan+Toyoq valley is a piece of art work :-). The way of life is the art of basic living! We came for the door and we got more than the door. :-)
Cheers!