Village life in far west China! The most colorful home I have EVER seen! 🏡 参观维吾尔族版的农村小院！

[@kats_journey_east]

Thanks for joining, everyone! Follow on insta @ kats_journey_east or join my Patreon @ patreon.com/kats_journey_east for some bonus content! 🐂What do you think about this house's interior decor - would you like having such a colorful house? The rugs in my house are actually from Kashgar so I do genuinely appreciate their sense of style, although some of the clashing patterns are a bit over the top even for me 😂🏡

[@islandlw]

家里种夹竹桃不好吧，误食会有毒

[@Macky1101]

Fried bread "most underwhelming snack ever". Almonds still in shell "requires too much effort". LMAO. You are so funny.

[@KAYLEE-e1p]

The house's interior decor is quite vibrant and eclectic, with a mix of patterns and colors that can be visually stimulating. The rugs from Kashgar add a unique and authentic touch, reflecting a deep appreciation for traditional craftsmanship. However, the combination of clashing patterns might feel overwhelming for some, though it could be seen as a bold and expressive choice for others. It's a matter of personal taste, and while the style might be too intense for some. It is very suitable for the environment of your current house. It is located in the countryside, which adds a lot of color to the countryside. I especially like your interior design. It is very suitable for the environment of your current house. I love it! Incredible!

[@zhangmike1308]

凯瑟琳很中国懂得尊重别人的心情：好吃好吃。中国的生活真的很适合你，我是生活在美国的中国人欢迎你来我的祖国生活，祝你愉快！

[@davepsk7334]

It's like living in heaven actually. I wished I had such a wonderful mansion full of grapes dangling all over.

[@lolilollolilol7773]

Basically you sleep and eat grapes all day long xD

[@bobsyouruncle66]

@@lolilollolilol7773 Grapes and all the other fruits from Xinjiang are soooo good! Can't wait to be back there again...in 3 weeks I go!

[@Jaroslav777]

God will provide if you will be in His Kingdom.

[@DannyChean]

Dear Katherine, we are all aware that you have been staying away from the geopolitical discussions about china, but still, we thank you for this xinjiang travel series, sincerely.

[@kennyg-888]

No need to discuss geopolitical issues when these vlogs speak louder than words

[@redstwok1123]

be careful, the US state dept is going to come after you now for showing the truth

[@jimwsh1]

只知道争论么？

[@thisiskevin1000]

@@kennyg-888Human stories from an alternative, first person perspectives

[@楊大華-b8e]

需要刻意討論地緣政治嗎？新疆被美國...等西方霸權刻意醜化抹黑的還不夠嗎？

[@kimleongthen7555]

Thank you Katherine for your subtle way of telling the world about the real beautiful Xinjiang.

[@zehrad435]

why is there not 1 single Uyghur woman with hijab in xj? why is nobody looking reliigous? when in the records from before 2015 you could see hundreds of people in mosque, women wearing hijab? oh, did something happen after 2016 towards uyghurs?🤔

[@哈哦故事]

​@@zehrad435维吾尔族人口近70年从200万增加到现在的1200万，你见过这样的种族灭绝？中国有39000座清真寺，中国法律规定公民有信仰宗教的自由，也有不信教的自由。现在的新疆越来越世俗化。

[@zehrad435]

@@哈哦故事 oh, you mean the mosques that turned into night/dance clubs/cafes you dumba$$? for Muslims, this is like the biggest disrespect. and you think Uyghurs are okay with this? and no, the population is getting reduced(women and men are getting sterilized in the camps)and the Uyghur Muslims are losing their identity to get sinified in the most brutal ways. CHINA=ISRAEL. its just that clear.

[@sbanovich]

Some day I will visit China, love the culture and different ethnicities ❤ He is too cute, love his personality and how proud he is of his beautiful home.

[@johnlarc5532]

Katherine, I can't put my finger on it but there is a definite charm to Aysajan's home. It has an almost mediterranean feel to it. To me, the simplicity and openness of the house seem to reflect the culture of the people in this region. As for the colours and decorations, well, it is bright and a contrast to the desert landscape! GREAT Vlog!❤❤

[@jamesmoy1214]

Aysajan makes all the simple things in life a joyful experience! 💚I’m a big fan! 👏👏👏Love seeing the Uighur life and all those grapevines! Kudos to you both! Can’t wait to see more!👍

[@chongdi6140]

Western medias claimed that at least one million Uyghurs are incarcerated in concentration camps. Go figure!

[@_Forsaker]

他来到浙江说再也不想回沙漠了，但是这一集我发现他也就说说而已，他对他的家无比的自豪~

[@xuefulin]

来浙江的时候正好天天下雨，天气还热😅

[@greentraveler4114]

这话说的，谁对自己的家乡不自豪？金窝银锅不如自己的狗窝，这是每个中国人不管是哪个民族都有的观念。

[@peggy_tan]

可愛吆

[@wolsol]

People who like to live in the countryside are more simple and kind.

[@gloucesterjet1]

Katherine, your footage is a celebration of authencity of life in Xinjiang. There is much to be thankful for as we can see from your lenses Xinjiang's Uighurs living in decent housing, doing decent work, living peaceful and contented lives in a green and peaceful environment. Cheers and keep up the good work! :)

[@maychen1374]

阳离子的視頻總是如此溫馨 和諧 美不勝收 ， 令人心曠神怡 ！

[@RM-qw3xz]

Katherine, dear, everyone has been teasing you about Aysajan. If you are really dating, congrats. But If you are not, don't let us pressure you. We're just teasing you.

[@Jennifer-qs7xr]

😅😅😅

[@anjaseidl4003]

He does not miss the opportunity to give a cheeky answer

[@CouchTomato87]

American house: Here we have the kitchen, living room, family room, study, bedroom... Uyghur house: Here we have the kitchen, bedroom, bedroom, bedroom, bedroom, bedroom, bedroom...

[@maceysue2002]

And grapevines and grapevines and grapevines 😊

[@eddywu2077]

哈哈 太真实了

[@AudreyHong-e1w]

This was so educational, the contrast of culture, customs, living in the desert, completely opposite from the rural Chinese life you have posted. Thank you to both of you for allowing us to learn about rural Xinjian. The open door hospitality surprises me!

[@yapingli海星]

追你视频有4年了吧，每集都看，学环境科学的你真的很热爱大自然

[@martinwhetter6041]

Wow, your Chinese is good, I’m impressed! I lived and worked in China for 13 years - Shenzhen mostly - and loved it. My biggest regret is not working harder to learn to speak the language. Like watching your videos to see a foreigner speak the language so well and to see places that are non-tourist areas.

[@greentraveler4114]

There's a lot of free Chinese classes available in Shenzhen actually, If you like you could attend it.

[@martinwhetter6041]

@@greentraveler4114 Thanks but I don't live there anymore. I moved back to Canada a few years ago. I still try to watch videos about China because it is such an interesting and diverse country. I love the food too.

[@louiserobinson9776]

What an absolutely charming homestead - simple and idyllic with a charm all of its own! 😍No wonder Aysajan looks so proud and pleased to show it off!

[@alexpan8138]

No other KZbinr shows xinjiang or china soo in-depth like you! Probably because you can speak fluent Chinese. Keep up the good work Katherine !

[@lyouy2383]

So sweet and lovely peoples! Muslins live happily in China Xinjiang 😊 ❤❤❤

[@shuwochang4819]

The young man is cute and funny. I totally enjoying watching these videos, good job! 👍

[@summmmmmable]

Oh my! This is so cute. Thank you so much for sharing China without politics for us. Just beautiful

[@起航-r3w]

你想说什么呢？一个好政府，才会有幸福的老百姓生活！

[@Hystericall]

I love his house. So comfy and open.

[@hainanbob6144]

One of the best yet, for me anyway. A real house, with a real garden. I think I could quite happily live there although I do believe it gets cold in the winter.

[@kats_journey_east]

yes it is a temperate desert, in the next video we even pass by the local ski slope hahahah it's a sand dune in the summer and covered in manmade snow in the winter 😂

[@cashmerecat9269]

Aysajan again!!! Gotta watch him right away!!! :)

[@yongdexin867]

The place is beautiful. Plenty of land area for children to run about. Aysajan is a good catch for you Katherine. Don't let him go.

[@yuntonger]

艾萨江有一种娇俏的感觉，哈哈，好好玩。。。

[@KAYLEE-e1p]

太赞，太赞了👍👍👍！我喜欢这小伙子，看了您们一起旅游的片子，他太可爱了，太纯真了，充满了开心和阳光☀️！

[@oscarorellana3036]

Great videos! We love your KZbin channel. Greetings from Brisbane Australia 👋👍

[@chrischan8107]

Wow a beautiful cozy home! Love from Singapore

[@DasboardTVDE]

beautiful xinjiang ! love from indonesia !

[@elainenorthcutt3585]

My dear Katherine: I loved the tour. Thank A-- for sharing your home! I especially like the yellow tea kettle! What a conversation piece!

[@RespectOthers1]

What a lovely and rare house tour. Your take on the bold wallpapers and bland food is funny! :D

[@hmcao5159]

这个家看着好舒服，好想在院子里坐一坐。

[@binhe6500]

Aysajan is getting cuter by the minutes 🧐 Nice video!

[@margaretabendroth8658]

What a delight to wake up to Katherine! His family home is wonderful. So self sufficient. That's the way to go. Oh Katherine! I'm going back to when you two met in the videos . I think this young man is perfect. I am praying you two blossom together. Hope we get to meet his family. ❤till next video.

[@carloschacal9334]

Beautiful. You feel like writing something, like a picturesque poem. Inspiring.

[@linz8232]

wash rugs is a challenge for sure. : ) pergola with grapes are nice!

[@gabriellagirardi4741]

Wow! Beautiful countryside and people. The house is really nice! Very relaxing place. Thank you Katherine for this awesome video and take care💕🪻⚘️🌷

[@piaklim3420]

Thank you for sharing lovely Katherine. Nice people in Xinjiang, i wish people there living in peace and happiness always

[@jurrasicpig2426]

so unfair! they don't just have grapevines everywhere, they can see the snow mountain from the backyard! Wish I can meet Aysajan's mom ion the video, curious to know how adorable the mom will be to have a kid like that

[@kats_journey_east]

I kept my encounters with his family during this trip off of my main social media because people will go nuts in the comment section, lol. there is a clip of his mother and I on Patreon because only a few people will see it so I don't mind sharing it there LOL. I will put interacting with his family in the vlogs next year, we plan to go to Kashgar again in March or April. stay tuned 😂

[@Jennifer-qs7xr]

​@@kats_journey_east 😍😍😍😍

[@lmiketenn]

Such a charming home. Yes, it has a very Mediterranean feel...wonderful video.

[@lesterchester8097]

❤This house is quite modern with characteristically Uyghur decor and modern wallpaper. The yards are lovely. Look forward to seeing more vineyards in Kashgar. In traditional Uyghur homes you sit on colorful carpeted platforms that we would associate with beds so that living rooms would appear to be bedrooms. The doors and windows almost remind me of the Soviet Union (rather than traditional Uyghur).

[@kamsimyip4966]

Love your video ❤ see China, learn the diverse cultures in China ❤ greetings from Germany ❤

[@rosalianolasco5741]

Oh, my goodness! watching this video is a heart warming to start the day.. & the introduction of opening the gate with Aysajan, welcoming smile in this video gave it all. The place & everything was so amazing & beautiful. Make me dream that one day that the place I want to visit. to travel again around the world. Thank you, Katherine. Greeting from: Seattle, Washington of USA with LOVE. From here to Xinjiang, sending you at Blasting Firework to greet you a "Happy 4th of July!" ❤

[@lyssums]

I love it. Wow. So beautiful. Inspiring. Wish I lived in a place with such a sense of community. That is really being lost here in the States, I fear.

[@Antinonsens]

You two are so cute.

[@grouchypatch9185]

Love in the air.

[@sfbaysider]

I was only half-way through the video and I already fell in love the house. This is the most colorful farmhouse I have ever seen. Are there any such farmhouses in Xinjing being used as Bed and Breakfast?

[@bcjoey9944]

Thanks for sharing. It's so interesting to see the diversity of China.

[@dunlongjian]

What a nice home！much better than I thought.Thanks for this special video, it changed my perception in some way.

[@lnguan1973]

屋子最大的亮点就是到处都有床

[@rayli5396]

新疆人真會玩😅

[@羊女朝章]

想睡那就睡哪！

[@isabeld9155]

What a view from the pepper field 😍

[@GregMillbank]

It will

[@shirleylee2885]

Katherine, His home is a mini chateau.❤

[@徐伟英]

这才有家的感觉吧比住在公寓好多了

[@wolsol]

That's true, but you still won't live in rural areas

[@yanfang6609]

@@wolsol 我过了15年的院子生活，有些地方确有不便，但是院子的乐趣也是终生难忘的

[@yvonnebirch6026]

Katherine you are the best guide ! This home is amazing and the host is so kind and cute. ! I just love all the colorful fabrics everywhere and the flowers and the grapevines . I guess we all want you to date him. Not nosy, we just love you. Thank you ❤❤❤❤

[@WJBrunt]

Nice house! It reminds me of the house of the parents of my former Romanian boyfriend. Guests could be put up everywhere; couches were converted into beds. There was an orchard and also lots of vines that provided shade. Almost similar colorful decor too.

[@markhamRune]

哈哈，不喜欢拉倒，太真实了❤

[@skywire5595]

Your new found home

[@yiuhingwong5897]

陽離子 晚上好🌠🤗

[@kats_journey_east]

晚上好🌛

[@Yangliuyiyi]

每个视频都看到你俩的问候与回应。

[@skyalien]

Sometimes how your home welcome to stranger guest shows your inner state of security

[@Stagiaire11]

Nice pick for the background music 😉

[@OsM-lq5hd]

6:54 the snow mountain is stunning!

[@Joey66886]

It’s so nice summer! There are always unforgettable things that happen in summer. Wish something happy will happen between you two😁

[@P17NGS]

Love it, nice and simple!

[@inesdelahoya2045]

Thank you so much ! My friends from Türkiye really like you vlogs about Xinjiang, your friends from Xinjiang and the Uyghur lives there ! xoxo

[@hengongchua6250]

In China culture, once the man invited a lady to their house and met the parents. It is confirmed.

[@merrick6484]

Don‘t be silly, if thats the case I would of married a hundred times.😂

[@VictorThang-b5p]

Really beautiful place

[@rebecca2950]

❤Hia culture is very different from us . I would be scared to have a stranger knocking my door to let him / her in . Even a friend come to visit I would like to know in advance. Respect privacy . I can’t live with 15 people and expect strangers walk in anytime . Its kind of overwhelming and too many unpredictable visitors. I can tell those snacks are not like regular chips we eat . As for the space for the house , its nice and decent . His yard and grapes looks beautiful . Katherine, I hope you had a great time visiting his home and his city ❤

[@kevkev9168]

Wow! Awesome tour of his house. I think you should marry him now!

[@华张-h7o]

这个小伙不错，很热爱生活

[@kchiasong1]

so nice. Love China

[@711MasterBlaster]

Amazing, what a lovely place

[@hammer8828]

Why is everything so cute in the house? and the tractor?

[@chendaforest]

Lovely, definitely has a Moroccan - Mediterranean feel about it : )

[@xiaofengwang9541]

That snack may have been left for a while. The just made one is very crispy.

[@Jaredbuncher]

Your in laws have a nice backyard

[@李中民-g7l]

有朋自遠方來,不亦悅乎 ! That is what Confucius tought us the traditional value of treating people, I am so shocked that Aysajan's home prepared so many beds and fruit for friends even strangers coming, that may be the tradition of Uyghur people. From Taiwan.

[@tothewildworld]

He is so cute.

[@pinkcichlid]

So vibrantly exotic and peaceful 💚The 葡萄架 and lovely gardens brought so much nostalgia for me. Every room's so colourful except for Aysajan's, maybe he does have some minimalist potential in him? I remember those "underwhelming" snacks from when I was little (we used to get those from the Muslim quarters together with 馕，烧卖，羊杂汤...), they were wonderfully tasty when the next best thing we had to eat back then was 馒头 😅. Personally I appreciate how they can make the flavourful dishes such as pilafs or kabobs stand out more. Anyways I'm glad Uyghur people still hold their traditional taste so close and dear to their hearts 🙂

[@jeffjeff804]

东风农机是国家补助机具哦。

[@ZyChen-gc2zz]

哈哈哈哈哈好可爱的对话❤😂

[@Hystericall]

Wonderful video. Thanks for the lovely travel logs! 💖

[@zhixuan2793]

Can you do an episode on Xinjiang's food. Like go dine in a local eatery so we can have a better understanding of the culture and cuisine. I know you are not a food blogger, but food is such an integral part of culture

[@kats_journey_east]

I'm already back in Zhejiang but during my next trip to Xinjiang, I hope to do some videos with Aysajan's mother teaching me how to make some food like hand-pulled noodles. it will be quite a while from now but... stay tuned 😂 we also might make a video about cooking XJ food in my kitchen in Zhejiang

[@zylbygdfn6542]

Very colorful house

[@pinotnoir3654]

I want to stay at Aysajan's house and eat snacks and bread and chill in the courtyard.

[@henryshen6988]

Seems like people know how to live in a hot desert 😊

[@sandogdy7175]

Amazing Grapes !!! 😊

[@charleneji6759]

Two thoughts. 1) Wow What a beeeeautiful home!!! 2) No interaction with random local guys. 🤣

[@xixixi5119]

Welcome to Xinjiang, you can chat with local people in person and learn more

[@哈哦故事]

从你的第二点可以看出，西方媒体的抹黑非常成功😂

[@pbworld7858]

They could even earn a bit of extra money by allowing any backpackers sleep in the rooms.

[@alvinnnliu]

喀什bnb🤣

[@Belumbang6960]

you dont get it. over there they dont take money from guests, visitors, even backpackers if they are invited for staying over in their house. it is their culture.

[@pbworld7858]

@@Belumbang6960 Keep your knickers on. Did you get out of the wrong side of the bed today? Are you telling me there are no businesses and hotels there? Is it so wrong to earn honest money? Jesus Christ

[@Ушнидае]

院子真大，正合你意！

[@albacely6208]

Wow 😮 so big and beautiful house Katherine ❤

[@dragonfly02490]

Wow, a big house with land. Love the grape vines and the interior colors.

[@hl5478]

Lovely 新疆小伙，lovely video.

[@cromulus5853]

Love it.

[@shiyi5717]

That was so cool 🤩 , thank you

[@ericcao6429]

I really like your shirts! I’m traveling to Kashgar now and wondering where can I get one of those!

[@kats_journey_east]

I'm pretty sure they are available in the Kashgar Old Town area, show a photo of it to someone there and they will show you where to get it

[@ericcao6429]

@ Thank you so much Katherine for the reply! I got one exactly at a store inside the Kashgar old town. Not sure I got it with the best price but it’s a pretty nice shirt!:)

[@devdroid9606]

What a convenient coincidence. You knock on a random door and there's Aysajan!!

[@ふぐりん]

If possible, turn on automatically translated subtitles. I can't speak English so it would be very helpful. Sorry for the unsolicited request.

[@kats_journey_east]

As far as I am aware that’s not an option , you have to manually add subtitles in other languages , I’ll keep an eye out if that feature is ever available though