Hohhot

Hohhot : Xilamuren Grassland in Hohhot The Cyan City Hohhot lies in the boundless Mongolia grassland, the following 1 day Xilamuren grassland visit will offer you a special visual and spiritual feast.

 
Transportation: Bus No. 44 departure from Nanchafang can take you to the Xilamuren grassland directly; on the other way around, you can take a coach to Bailing Temple from the General North Bus Station, the grassland is just on the way there. If you have a convenient can, you can drive along Provincial Highway 104 towards the north direction for approximately 2 hours and reach Xilamuren grassland.
 
Xilamuren grassland is situated in the middle of Wulanchabu grassland, 90 kilometers away from Hohhot, which is the nearest such tourist attraction to Hohhot. Xilamuren, which 

Dance performance in Xilamuren Grassland

means "yellow water" in Mongolian, is also known as Zhaohe. Numerous tourists come here and show their admiration of the infinite grassland scenery. They come to a conclusion that the rolling hills, verdured grass and the galloping horses are the main attractions here. It is too hot to visit here in summer ranging from 18 to 21 degrees centigrade. The best season to visit Hohhot is from April to September. But if you want to capture the best sight of Xilamuren grassland, you are advised to departing at middle July or the beginning of September. The annual thrilling Nadam Fair is held during that period and you can enjoy a wide variety of activities. You might not be satisfied with being spectators to the "Three Manly Sports" - wrestling, horseback riding, and archery; there is an equal chance for you to participate as long as you are brave and wise. You may also visit the home of a herdsman's family or take part in a grand campfire party, or roam over the vast grassland. Take an early morning bus to get there and enjoy a jubilant grassland day.
 

Hohhot02 : Manhan Mountain & Daihai Sea   Covering one mountain and one sea, this 1 day itinerary abstracts the essential scenery of Liangcheng, which is a classic route for weekend tour.

 
Transportation: Take a coach from the General South Bus Station (Telephone: 0471-5954997), to Liangcheng County. Manhan Mountain stands in the west of Liangcheng County and Daihai Sea seats in the east suburbia. If you want to drive there on your own, you just need to follow the Provincial Highway 102 for 60 kilometers in the southeast direction.
  

Daihai Sea, Hohhot

In the morning, you might visit Manhan Mountain Forest Park. The crag hangs in the air and precipitous ridges are continuous one after another like a dragon hovering in the sky. Lush vegetation, flying birds and running beasts blend well together and form a beautiful picture. Variety of the legends is hidden behind each site such as Buddha Cave, Mandarin Duck Peak, Sea Observing Pavilion and Buddha Worshipping Pavilion and other marvelous stones and forests. It is certain to see the Icehouse of ten thousand year, the most mysterious legend.
 
In the afternoon, Daihai Sea visit will offer you another kind of memorable feeling. Daihai is located in the Liusumu Village, a narrow cave-in Basin, convergent by more than 20 rivers and ground water. The admission fee is ?35.00 net per person. Imitated ancient archways, colorful fountain, Haixi Reed sight, grassland unique flavor disseminates here. Mongolian folk songs and wrestling are popular entertainments while ethnic delicacies and the clemency of the local people add to the enjoyment of a stay here. 

Grassland & Desert Adventure   The tourists are always fascinated by the mystique of its stunning grasslands, the Gobi desert in Ordos Plateau & Desert Park and precious Relict Gull in World Precious Garden in this 2-day route in Ordos.

 

On the first day, visit the World Precious Garden. This garden is divided into 3 parts: Ordos Relict Gull Nature Reserve, Mongolian Ethnic cultural area, and Desert sand Ravine. It is located in Bojiang Town, Dongsheng District, and 45 kilometers from downtown area. You will find rare species – Relict Gull. This species is listed as Vulnerable because it has a small and fluctuating population, breeding at a very small number of wetland locations in arid regions that could be strongly influenced by changes in climate. According to present information, Relict Gulls in World Precious Garden is the largest complex. If you want to see this valuable gull, you are suggested to travel in Inner Mongolia in March or April.

 

Ordos Grassland

If your time is permitted, Ordos Grassland Tourist Area is an optional choice for the people who are interested in the grassland culture. This grassland is congregated in a distinguished structure with salient feature. The whole scenic area is divided according to different function. Tourists are rejoiced in the section for singing & dancing performance showed by the ethnic and local people; the tourists feast themselves in the catering & entertaining section; the tourists have a good rest in the lodging & resting section to appreciate the infinite grassland scenery from the yurt; the tourists can also experience the excitement of riding a galloping horse on the grassland in the horse riding & archery performing section. In addition, the business negotiation & discussion section will offer some business cooperation project, and the temple & Aobao saluting section will offer some exhibition of grassland culture in an urban way. In short, it will offer the tourists an all-around and deep way to have a panoramic understanding of the grassland.

 
For the self-drive route, departure from Ordos City, drive along National Highway 109 in the west, you can get to Bojiang town. It is also convenient to take a tour bus to World Precious Garden from Ordos or Hangjing Banner. The telephone number of World Precious Garden is 0477-8181032.

 

You can stay in the Hangjing Banner village, to experience the authentic folk customs.

 

Ordos Desert Park

On the second day, you are suggested to visit Ordos Plateau & Desert Park, which is renowned as a stunning "Desert Cultural Museum". The highlight is the extremely large singing sand ravine, Holy Lake Park, fishing village and numerous dotted lakes amidst desert. The soil of the Ordos is a mixture of clay and sand and, as a result, is poorly suited for agriculture, but you can still find some montane grass and shrub there.

 

For the transportation, you can drive from Hangjing Banner, and proceed to Ordos Plateau & Desert Park by driving in the direction of Duguitala Town and Wulate Front Banner. If you want to take a regular bus, you can get on one from Hangjing Banner to Duguitala. Ordos Plateau & Desert Park is located in Kubuqi Desert, Bayin Wusu Town, Hangqi Banner.

 
Important note: Inner Mongolia has extreme weather. The difference in temperature between day and night is dramatic. Warm clothing is necessary when you visit this region. It is also one of the driest areas in China. Remember to keep hydrated and carry moisturizing lotion to protect your skin.