{"id":38466,"date":"2025-07-30T06:45:41","date_gmt":"2025-07-30T06:45:41","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/hellochinatrip.com\/?post_type=product&p=38466"},"modified":"2025-09-12T07:52:35","modified_gmt":"2025-09-12T07:52:35","slug":"4-days-inner-mongolia-grassland-tour-uncover-mongolian-nomadic-life","status":"publish","type":"product","link":"https:\/\/hellochinatrip.com\/product\/4-days-inner-mongolia-grassland-tour-uncover-mongolian-nomadic-life\/","title":{"rendered":"4 Days Inner Mongolia Grassland Tour – Uncover Mongolian Nomadic Life"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t
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4 Days Inner Mongolia Grassland Tour – Uncover Mongolian Nomadic Life<\/strong><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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Highlight 1: Take our Hohhot Tour with Xilamuren Grassland to enjoy an Inner Mongolia Grassland Tour from Hohhot to Xilamuren. Experience Mongolian Nomadic Life & Grassland Activities (Horse riding\/Archery\/Wrestling) and more at the best price & service.<\/h6><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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Highlight 2: Uncover Mongolian Nomadic Life through Grassland Activities in Xilamuren, visit a local Herdsman\u2019s Family to communicate with Mongolians, overnight at a Mongolian Traditional Yurt for a starry night, join a Bonfire Party with Mongolian singing and dancing\u2026<\/h6><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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Highlight 3: Have fun on Xilamuren Grassland, one of Inner Mongolia’s most beautiful and vast grasslands. As the first grassland in Inner Mongolia to be developed into a tourism attraction, it offers the best nomad experience with amazing scenery & grassland activities.<\/h6><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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Highlight 4: You won\u2019t miss Hongge’er Aobao, Xilamuren’s largest sacred site with 400+ years of history. Join locals in the “kora” ritual for blessings & panoramic grassland views. Witness a thrilling live equestrian show featuring the exciting “Three Games of Mongolian.”<\/h6><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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Highlight 5: Discover Hohhot, the capital city of Inner Mongolia. Get more about Mongolian Culture & history by visiting the must-visit places like Dazhao Temple (Silver Buddha Temple), Inner Mongolia Museum (OR Inner Mongolia Natural Museum), and Zhaojun Museum (Zhaojun Tomb).<\/h6><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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Highlight 6: Enjoy Mongolian Cuisine from city to grassland. You can try Hohhot food by exploring Saishang Old Street, Tongshun Alley & Kuang Alley. You will have the chance to taste Grassland food like Mongolian hot pot, roasted lamb, Mongolian Milk Tea\u2026<\/h6><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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Itinerary Quick Look\uff1a<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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Welcome to\u00a0Hohhot, the capital of Inner Mongolia<\/strong>! Upon your arrival at the airport or train station in Hohhot, your driver will meet you at the exit and escort you to a carefully selected hotel in Hohhot City. The rest of the day is yours. Enjoy your\u00a0Free Time in Hohhot City<\/strong>.<\/p>

Located in the central part of\u00a0Inner Mongolia Autonomous Region<\/strong>, Hohhot serves as the gateway to stunning grasslands and deserts, including Xilamuren Grassland, Huitengxile Grassland, and the famous Kubuqi Desert. Hohhot offers the best opportunities to experience grassland scenery & activities, explore nomadic life & festivals, and delve into Mongolian culture & history.<\/p>

The name “Hohhot<\/strong>\u547c\u548c\u6d69\u7279” means “Green City<\/strong>\u9752\u57ce” in Mongolian. Legend has it that in 1581, Genghis Khan’s descendant\u00a0Alatan Khan\u00a0<\/strong>(\u963f\u62c9\u5766\u6c57)settled here, constructing the city walls with blue-green stones from\u00a0Daqing Mountain<\/strong>\u5927\u9752\u5c71, giving rise to the city’s name. Hohhot is also known as “Zhao City” due to its numerous temples (Zhao meaning temples in Mongolian). Today, Hohhot is renowned as the\u00a0Dairy Capital of China\u00a0<\/strong>(\u4e2d\u56fd\u4e73\u90fd) and is home to global\u00a0dairy giants Yili and Mengniu<\/strong>\u00a0(\u4f0a\u5229&\u8499\u725b), both headquartered in the city.<\/p>

Hohhot is a historic city<\/strong>\u00a0dating back to the Warring States period (476 BC-221 BC). Shaped by ongoing cultural exchanges between the\u00a0Central Plains<\/strong>\u00a0and\u00a0Grassland Ethnic Groups<\/strong>, Hohot boasts a wealth of historical and cultural attractions, including Dazhao Temple (Tibetan Buddhism<\/strong>), Zhaojun Tomb (commemorating one of ancient China’s Four Beauties, who\u00a0married a Xiongnu Chanyu<\/strong>), and the Inner Mongolia Museum, which houses treasures like the Xiongnu\u2019s Eagle-Crested Golden Crown Ornament.<\/p>

Free Time Ideas:<\/strong>
1.Inner Mongolia Museum of General\u2019s Government Office<\/strong>\u00a0(\u5c06\u519b\u8859\u7f72\u535a\u7269\u9662; Closed on Mondays): Visit the residence of frontier generals in the Qing Dynasty, uncover why it is acclaimed as “A General’s Mansion, the history of the Green City\u4e00\u5ea7\u5c06\u519b\u5e9c, \u534a\u90e8\u9752\u57ce\u53f2.”
2.Residence of Gurun Princess Kejing<\/strong>\u00a0(\u6e05-\u56fa\u4f26\u606a\u9756\u516c\u4e3b\u5e9c\u535a\u7269\u9662; Closed on Mondays): Explore the residence of Princess Heshuo\u548c\u7855\u516c\u4e3b, the sixth daughter of Emperor Kangxi\u5eb7\u7199\u7687\u5e1d. It is the most well-preserved Qing Dynasty princess mansion in China.
3.Kuan Alley Food Street<\/strong>\u00a0(\u5bbd\u5df7\u5b50\u6c11\u65cf\u7f8e\u98df\u8857; Muslim Quarter): Stroll at Kuanxiangzi\u00a0Street of Hui District for all kind of Mongolian food & halal food, such as Lamb Haslet Soup, Shaomai, Mongolian Milk Tea, or grilled lamb kebabs. You can also pay a visit to the Hohhot Mosque (Great Mosque) nearby.<\/p>

Good to Know:<\/strong>
1.Inner Mongolia,\u00a0China’s third-largest province<\/strong>\u00a0after Xinjiang and Tibet, stretches over 2,400 km from east to west, making it the country’s widest region. Bordering Russia at Manzhouli and Mongolia at Erenhot, Inner Mongolia is inhabited by 24 million people. It’s an ideal\u00a0Summer Destination<\/strong>\u00a0to immerse yourself in the Mongolian culture in the Yuan Dynasty and uncover the captivating life and heritage of\u00a0Genghis Khan<\/strong>.
2.Inner Mongolia sits at an\u00a0average elevation<\/strong>\u00a0of 1,000-1,500 meters, with strong UV rays. Pack sunglasses, a hat & sunscreen. Temperatures can fluctuate between morning & evening, so pack warm coats, long pants & sports shoes. Mongolian food tends to be salty, oily & mildly spiced. Beef, mutton & noodles are staple dishes to try.
3.If your trip to Inner Mongolia happens to coincide with the\u00a0Naadam Festival<\/strong>\u00a0(\u5185\u8499\u53e4\u90a3\u8fbe\u6155; usually in July or August), you’ll have the exciting opportunity to witness the famous Three Games of Mongolia Men (\u7537\u513f\u4e09\u827a): horse racing, wrestling, and archery. Each grassland\/city has its own time of\u00a0Naadam Fair<\/strong>\u00a0(usually lasts for 3-7 days). Feel free to contact us if you want to join this major event in Inner Mongolia.<\/p>

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1.How to get to Hohhot By Air:<\/strong>\u00a0Hohhot Baita International Airport (\u547c\u548c\u6d69\u7279\u767d\u5854\u56fd\u9645\u673a\u573a) is about 24 km away from Dazhao Temple (Note:\u00a0<\/strong>Hohhot Shengle International Airport\u00a0\u547c\u548c\u6d69\u7279\u76db\u4e50\u56fd\u9645\u673a\u573a\u00a0will soon replace it by the end of 2025; 31 km from Hohhot Train Station). Direct flights connect Hohhot with major cities in China, such as Beijing (1h 20 min), Shanghai (2h 50 min), Chengdu (2.5h), Guangzhou (3h 20min), etc. It’s essential to check flight schedules in advance, as not all routes operate year-round.
2.How to get to Hohhot By High Speed Train:<\/strong>\u00a0Hohhot can be reached by train through Hohhot East Railway Station & Hohhot Railway Station. There are high-speed trains to Hohhot from Beijing (2h 50 min), Datong (1h 28 min), Taiyuan (3h 40 min), Shanghai (12h 11min), Xian (6h 35 min), etc. Contact us for ticket booking.<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t

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This morning, you will head to\u00a0Xilamuren Grassland<\/strong>\u00a0of Baotou for a Mongolian Nomadic Life Experience. It is about a 2-hour drive (83 km). You will watch the Large-scale Live-action Performance at\u00a0Hongge’er Aobao Scenic Area<\/strong>. Then, you will stay overnight at a\u00a0Mongolian Traditional Yurt<\/strong>\u00a0with a Bonfire Party (Mongolian song & dance).<\/p>

You will drive past\u00a0Daqing Mountain<\/strong>\u00a0(\u5927\u9752\u5c71), a part of the famous Yinshan Mountains (\u9634\u5c71\u5c71\u8109; the dividing line between agriculture and animal husbandry). It is a popular hiking destination for locals to escape city life. When you reach\u00a0Xilamuren Grassland<\/strong>\u00a0(\u5e0c\u62c9\u7a46\u4ec1\u8349\u539f), you will feel the hospitality of local herdmen by enjoying a\u00a0Mongolian Welcome Ceremony<\/strong>. As the closest grassland to Hohhot, Xilamuren Grassland is one of the most beautiful and\u00a0vast grasslands<\/strong>\u00a0in Inner Mongolia. As the first grassland in Inner Mongolia to be developed into a tourism attraction & a\u00a0popular summer destination in China<\/strong>, it offers the most nomadic experience in the grassland.<\/p>

Optional Grassland Activities: (Self-pay)<\/strong>
Horse Riding on Xilamuren Grassland if the weather permits.<\/p>

Note for Horseback Riding on Inner Mongolia Grasslands:<\/strong>
1.Guided Ride (Beginners): Most common and safest for first-timers. A herdsman leads your horse for a walk within a designated area.
2.Independent Ride (Experienced Riders): If you’re skilled, you might rent a horse from a local herder for free riding. However, this comes with no safety guidance and isn’t generally recommended.
3.The fee for Guided Ride and Independent Ride are different. Do double check the price and riding time before enjoy your horse riding.<\/p>

Next, pay a visit\u00a0to\u00a0Hongge’er Aobao Scenic Area\u00a0<\/strong>(\u7ea2\u683c\u5c14\u6556\u5305),\u00a0the largest Aobao in Xilamuren Grassland. It has a history of over 400 years. Join the locals in performing the “kora,” a ritual walk around the Aobao, a sacred site where Mongolians worship, offer sacrifices, pray, and make wishes. Enjoy a panoramic view of the grassland from the Aobao before witnessing the\u00a0Large-scale Live Equestrian Drama<\/strong>\u00a0(\u8349\u539f\u5927\u578b\u5b9e\u666f\u9a6c\u672f\u5267), a spectacular outdoor show showcasing Mongolian culture, including the renowned\u00a0Three Games of Mongolian\u00a0<\/strong>(\u7537\u513f\u4e09\u827a) – Horse Racing, Wrestling, and Archery.<\/p>

Cap off the day by participating in a lively\u00a0Bonfire Party<\/strong>\u00a0featuring Mongolian singing and dancing after dinner. Experience the enchanting\u00a0starlit sky<\/strong>\u00a0over the grassland as you spend the night in a traditional\u00a0Mongolian yurt<\/strong>.<\/p>

Dinner Optional: (Self-pay)
Mongolian Traditional Zhama Banquet Dinner<\/strong>\u00a0(\u8bc8\u9a6c\u5bb4): Try roasted whole sheep (\u70e4\u5168\u7f8a) and other famous Mongolian dishes while dressed in traditional Mongolian attire, enjoying Mongolian ethnic song and dance, and experiencing Mongolian silver bowl and hada ceremonial toasting rituals…<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t

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This morning, you can choose to get up early (around 4:00 am) to wait for an amazing sunrise at Xilamuren Grassland (Optional). Then, take a\u00a0Mongolian Family Visit<\/strong>\u00a0for Nomadic Life Experience before heading to\u00a0Dazhao Temple<\/strong>\u00a0of Hohhot.<\/p>

Begin your day by witnessing the daily\u00a0grassland life at a Mongolian herdsman’s home<\/strong>. You can have the chance to learn to speak and read Mongolian,\u00a0make Mongolian milk tea<\/strong>, feed lambs, herd sheep, milk cows, communicate with the herdsman, get more ideas about the Mongolian musical instrument (horse-head fiddle\u9a6c\u5934\u7434) \u2026You can even experience\u00a0wearing Mongolian costumes for photo taking (Optional)<\/strong>. Have fun with local people and uncover more stories and legends of\u00a0Nomadic Life<\/strong>.<\/p>

After that, time to head to Hohhot (80 km, 2h; Guihua City\u5f52\u5316\u57ce) to explore\u00a0Dazhao Temple<\/strong>\u00a0(\u5927\u53ec\u5bfa\/\u5927\u53ec\u65e0\u91cf\u5bfa). The Dazhao Temple, founded by\u00a0Alatan Khan<\/strong>\u00a0(\u963f\u62c9\u5766\u6c57\/\u4ffa\u7b54\u6c57;\u00a01508-1582), the leader of the Mongolian Tumote tribe in the Ming Dynasty, was established in 1579. In the square in front of the Dazhao Temple, you will see the legendary builder of the temple, Alatan Khan (the reincarnations of Kublai Khan\u00a0<\/strong>\u5ffd\u5fc5\u70c8\u7684\u8f6c\u4e16). The temple is also known as the “Silver Buddha Temple<\/strong>” because it houses a statue of Sakyamuni made of 30,000 taels of pure silver (brought to light by the 3rd Dalai Lama, Sonam Gyatso, the reincarnations of Buton Rinchen Drub; \u4e09\u4e16\u8fbe\u8d56\u5587\u561b\u7d22\u5357\u5609\u63aa\/\u516b\u601d\u5df4\u7684\u8f6c\u4e16).<\/p>

The Dazhao Temple is also known as the “Three Wonders<\/strong>” – the silver Buddha, dragon carvings, and mural, which are all historical relics from the Ming Dynasty. This temple is not only the earliest Tibetan Buddhist temple in Hohhot but also the largest Tibetan Buddhist holy site (Yellow Sect Gelug School) in Inner Mongolia. The temple is laid out in a north-south direction along the central axis, combining\u00a0Han, Tibetan, and Mongolian architectural styles<\/strong>, attracting architecture enthusiasts and photographers for its\u00a0Royal Architecture<\/strong>\u00a0with Yellow glazed tiles (\u9ec4\u7409\u7483\u74e6), which can only be used in royal buildings.<\/p>

In the Qing Dynasty, the Dazhao Temple was also the\u00a0ancestral temple of Emperor Kangxi<\/strong>\u00a0(\u5eb7\u7199\u7687\u5e1d; 1654-1722). To this day, the tablets of Emperor Kangxi and his father, Shunzhi (\u987a\u6cbb\u7687\u5e1d), are still enshrined in the temple. Inside the main hall, you can see the over 400-year-old silver-cast Buddha statue (made by Nepalese craftsmen), a golden coiled dragon about 10 meters high before the silver Buddha, as well as precious cultural relics such as the dragon and phoenix peacock umbrella, the pearl octagonal palace lantern, the wealth deity statue gifted by Kangxi Emperor to Dazhao, and precious Tangkas from the Ming and Qing dynasties.<\/p>

Don’t miss the\u00a0Sakyamuni Eight Pagodas<\/strong>\u00a0(\u91ca\u8fe6\u516b\u5854) at the Dazhao Temple, representing the eight virtues of the Buddha. Additionally, on the fifteenth day of the first lunar month and the fifteenth day of the sixth lunar month each year (Buddha Thangka Unveiling Ceremony<\/strong>;\u00a0\u6652\u4f5b\u8282\/\u6070\u6728\u821e\u8e48), the Dazhao Temple hangs giant Tangkas from the temple’s precious collection on the scripture drying poles. Try your luck to meet local evens in Dazhao Temple.<\/p>

Free Time Ideas:
1.Visit More Temples in Hohhot:<\/strong>\u00a0You can hike to more landmarks of Hohhot, such as Xilitu Zhao Temple (\u5e2d\u529b\u56fe\u53ec\/\u5c0f\u53ec\u5bfa; across the street from Dazhao Temple; Self-pay) & Five Pagodas Temple (\u4e94\u5854\u5bfa\u535a\u7269\u9986; about 1 km from Dazhao Temple; Closed on Mondays).
2.Explore Hohhot Food:<\/strong>\u00a0You can take a stroll from Altan Khan Square (\u963f\u62c9\u5766\u6c57\u5e7f\u573a\/\u5927\u53ec\u5e7f\u573a; Dazhao Square for Altan Khan Statue) to Saishang Old Street (\u585e\u4e0a\u8001\u8857) and Tongshun Alley (\u901a\u987a\u5927\u5df7). These are popular streets (near Dazhao Temple) with Ming and Qing-style buildings for enjoying local food and shopping for local souvenirs.<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t

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You can visit\u00a0Inner Mongolia Museum<\/strong>\u00a0and\u00a0Zhaojun Museum<\/strong>\u00a0(Zhaojun Tomb) today. Then, depart from Hohhot.\u00a0[Note:<\/strong>\u00a0The Inner Mongolia Museum is currently closed due to moving to new buildings (updated on 23rd April, 2025), it may reopen soon. So we will arrange the trip to the\u00a0Inner Mongolia Natural Museum<\/strong>\u00a0instead.]<\/p>

You can visit\u00a0Inner Mongolia Museum<\/strong>\u00a0(Closed on Mondays) for Grassland Culture. Founded in 1957, it is a national first-class museum with more than 150,000 collections, characterized by its fossils of ancient organisms (dinosaur fossils<\/strong>) and cultural relics of\u00a0ancient Silk Road & northern ethnic groups<\/strong>\u00a0(Mongolian, Khitan, Xiongnu). Inner Mongolia Museum is an “encyclopedia” to unveil the ecological change, culture, and historical development of the alpine grassland, deserts, forests, etc. You can trace the historical process of Inner Mongolia from prehistoric times, the Bronze Age, the Warring States to the Wei and Jin, the Liao and Jin, the Mongolian-Yuan to the Ming and Qing Dynasties, as well as modern times.<\/p>

Take your time to find the\u00a0Treasures of Inner Mongolia Museum<\/strong>\u200c\u200c, such as Golden Crown of the Xiongnu King (1,934 grams eagle crown of Warring States Period; 475\u2013221 BC; \u6218\u56fd\u9e70\u5f62\u91d1\u51a0\u9970), Painted Wooden Coffin (Liao Dynasty; over 1,000-year-old; \u5f69\u7ed8\u68fa\u5177), Incense Burner from Jun Kiln (\u5c0f\u5b8b\u81ea\u9020\u5747\u7476\u9999\u7089; Yuan Dynasty), Nurosaurus Fossile (the biggest dinosaur in the Cretaceous Period in Asia), Northern Wei: Deer Head Gold Step Shaking Crown (\u5317\u9b4f\u9e7f\u9996\u91d1\u6b65\u6447\u51a0), Liao Dynasty Golden Mask (\u8fbd\u4ee3\u9ec4\u91d1\u9762\u5177)\u2026<\/p>

Then, you can visit\u00a0Zhaojun Museum<\/strong>. It is about 14 km from Dazhao Temple, where you can visit\u00a0Zhaojun Tomb<\/strong>, Museum of Hun Culture, Chanyu Big Tent (Dance Show about Zhanjun\u2019s Wedding), Heqin Palace (Culture about Making Peace through Marriage), Zhaojun Room, and Painting & Calligraphy Room (Art Works about Zhaojun).<\/p>

The Zhaojun Museum, where you can learn about the\u00a0renowned historical figure Wang Zhaojun<\/strong>\u00a0from the Western Han Dynasty (206 BC – 24 AD). Wang Zhaojun was\u00a0among the four most beautiful women in ancient China<\/strong>. Legend has it that these four ladies were so stunning that they could “make fish sink, wild geese descend, shame the moon, and make flowers blush\u6c89\u9c7c\/\u843d\u96c1\/\u95ed\u6708\/\u7f9e\u82b1”. The phrase “wild geese descend\u843d\u96c1” comes from the tale of\u00a0Zhaojun Chu Sai<\/strong>\u00a0(\u662d\u541b\u51fa\u585e). In 33 BC, during a meeting between the\u00a0Xiongnu Emperor<\/strong>, Hu Han Ye Chanyu (\u547c\u97e9\u90aa\u5355\u4e8e), and the\u00a0Western Han Emperor<\/strong>, Liushi (\u6c49\u5143\u5e1d\u5218\u596d), Chanyu expressed his willingness to marry a Han woman to establish peace. Wang Zhaojun, a concubine of Emperor Liushi, volunteered to marry Chanyu to promote harmony between their people. Saying goodbye to her rich homeland, she ventured beyond the Great Wall to the Chanyu’s impoverished grassland dwelling.<\/p>

During her travels, amidst the rolling yellow sands and the sounds of galloping horses and wild geese, Wang Zhaojun felt unsettled. To soothe her emotions, she played a sorrowful tune on her instrument. Her poignant music, combined with her beauty, mesmerized the migrating wild geese, causing them to stop mid-flight and fall to the ground. This captivating moment led to the poetic nickname “wild geese descend<\/strong>” for Wang Zhaojun. Her selfless act paved the way for over 60 years of peace between the Han and Xiongnu. This historical event is passed down from generation to generation and is widely known as\u00a0Zhaojun Chu Sai<\/strong>. Wang Zhaojun is now revered for her grace, intelligence, and diplomacy, with her story immortalized in Chinese poetry, drama, and literature.<\/p>

You will see the\u00a0bronze statues of Wang Zhaojun<\/strong>\u00a0and her husband near Zhaojun Tomb, depict a vivid picture of them riding horses and talking to each other intimately. It symbolizes not only their love, but also the friendship between the Han & the Xiongnu (a nomadic ethnic group living in North China). Standing at\u00a0Zhaojun Tomb<\/strong>\u00a0(Qingzhong\u9752\u51a2), the Resting Place of One of China\u2019s Greatest Women in History, you may feel the breeze that blows here 2,000 years ago. You should not miss visiting the\u00a0Museum of Hun Culture<\/strong>, the only museum about\u00a0Xiongnu Culture<\/strong>\u00a0(\u5308\u5974\u6587\u5316) with the Huns\u2019 historical relics and art crafts about Zhaojun.<\/p>

Free Time Ideas:\u00a0(If Time Permits)
1.Inner Mongolia Natural Museum\u00a0<\/strong>(\u5185\u8499\u53e4\u81ea\u7136\u535a\u7269\u9986; 8.5\u00a0km from Dazhao Temple): Journey through time and diverse landscapes. You’ll discover fascinating fossils of dinosaurs and ancient creatures, alongside realistic displays that bring Inner Mongolia’s forests, grasslands, and deserts to life right before your eyes.
2.Uncover Dashengkui Museum Cluster<\/strong>\u00a0(\u5927\u76db\u9b41\u535a\u7269\u9986\u96c6\u7fa4; 1.1 km from Dazhao Temple): It comprises the Dashengkui Cultural Museum (Closed on Mondays), Yongsheng Ceramic Museum, Morin Khuur Museum (Horse-head Fiddle Museum)… Established by Jin\/Shanxi merchants (\u664b\u5546), Dashengkui was China’s first privately owned joint-stock enterprise along the Tea Road between China and Russia. Dashengkui, nicknamed “Half Guihua City \u534a\u4e2a\u5f52\u5316\u57ce”, brought prosperity to Guihua City (Hohhot).<\/p>

At last, it is time to end your\u00a04 Days\u00a0Inner Mongolia\u00a0Grassland\u00a0Tour<\/strong>.\u00a0<\/p>

Thank you for choosing <\/span>HelloChinaTrip<\/strong>\u00a0for your\u00a0<\/span>China\u00a0Tour<\/strong>, and we are always here working for you and hope to see you again for your next\u00a0<\/span>trip to Asia<\/strong>. Safe journey!<\/span><\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t

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