Almond is a rare specialty from Kashgar, which rich in fat, protein and various vitamins. It is of high medical value that it can be found in 60% percent of Uygur medicines. Almond is the rarest nut for Uygur; people usually serve guests with it or give it to friends as a gift. Almond patterns are embroidered on Uygur dresses or carved on buildings. There are over 40 kinds of almond trees in Kashgar, producing sweet and bitter nuts which are popular in domestic and overseas markets.