Hulunbuir Autumn Travel: Entering the Golden World Like an Oil Painting
introduction
In the northeast of Inner Mongolia, there is a land favored by nature - Hulunbuir. Known as the "coldest place in China", this land has magnificent grasslands, dense forests, clear lakes and unique ethnic culture. As one traveler said: "I thought the autumn in Kanas was beautiful enough, until I went to Hulunbuir... The Greater Khingan Range in the textbooks, the vast birch forests, the golden haystacks, the herds of cattle and sheep, the endless grasslands, really felt like walking into the world of oil paintings, satisfying all my fantasies about autumn."
Hulunbuir not only has the natural landscape of "big grassland, big forest, big lake, big wetland and big folk customs", but also has rich historical and cultural connotations. In 2024, Hulunbuir City proposed to create a "Road of Integration" cultural and tourism brand, aiming to develop national-level tourist routes by exploring the historical and cultural connotations and contemporary values of the Tuoba Xianbei's migration to the south and their integration into the Central Plains civilization. This move fully demonstrates Hulunbuir’s rich historical and cultural resources and unique tourism charm.
Transportation
1. Aviation: You can take a flight directly to Hailar Dongshan Airport
2. Railway: You can choose to take a train to Hailar Station
No matter which method you choose, it will make your journey easy. After arriving in Hailar, you can rent a car or join a tour group to visit the various attractions in Hulunbuir more conveniently.
## Hulunbuir 7-day 6-night classic tour route
The following is a carefully designed seven-day and six-night Hulunbuir tour route, allowing you to fully appreciate the magnificent scenery and unique charm of this land:
Day 1: Hailar - Arxan
Famous for its unique volcanic geology and hot spring resources, Arshan is an ideal choice to start your Hulunbuir trip.
Day 2: Arxan - Morning fog at Wusu Langzi Lake - Tianchi Lake at Luofengling - Shitanglin - Santanxia - Watch the sunset at Budong River
This day trip is filled with natural wonders, from the lake mist in the early morning to the sunset in the evening, every moment will make you linger.
Day 3: Arxan Railway Station - Manchuria - National Gate - Matryoshka Square
From natural scenery to cultural landscape, Manzhouli's National Gate and Matryoshka Square allow you to appreciate the unique charm of the border city.
Day 4: Manzhouli - Hulun Lake - Border - Heishantou
Hulun Lake is the largest freshwater lake in northern China, and the scenery along the border allows you to feel the magnificence of the motherland's frontier.
Day 5: Heishantou - The most beautiful border checkpoint - Enhe
Drive along the road known as the "most beautiful border checkpoint" to Enhe and experience the unique charm of this Russian-style town.
Day 6: Enhe - Ergun River, the border river between China and Russia - Shiwei - Mordaoga - Birch Forest - Ergun
This one-day trip allows you to experience the customs of the two countries along the Sino-Russian border river, from Shiwei to Morgao, and then to the birch forest and Ergun, and experience diverse natural scenery and cultural landscapes.
Day 7: Ergun - Morigele River - Hailar
On the last day, you can enjoy the beauty of the Morigele River and then return to Hailar, ending this wonderful Hulunbuir trip.
## Hulunbuir Travel Tips
### Weather and Clothing
The weather on the Inner Mongolia grassland is changeable, with a large temperature difference between day and night. Please bring appropriate warm and windproof clothing to cope with the changing weather conditions. Spring (April) is one of the peak tourist seasons in Hulunbuir, but the weather is still changeable, so it is recommended to bring multiple layers of clothing to cope with different temperatures.
### Photography equipment
It is recommended to bring a telephoto lens or a drone to capture the magnificent views of the grasslands. If you have a walkie-talkie, you can also bring it so that you can stay in touch with your companions on the vast grassland. The vastness and grandeur of the Inner Mongolia grasslands are very suitable for aerial photography, and drones can record stunning scenery.
### Accommodation Expectations
Accommodation in grassland areas is usually simpler. Please be prepared for this and don't have too high expectations. However, with the development of tourism, accommodation conditions near many scenic spots have improved, but it is still recommended to be mentally prepared.
### Special Tips
The grassland area is vast and sparsely populated, and the distances between scenic spots are far. It is recommended to plan your itinerary in advance and ensure that your vehicle is in good condition. In addition, since the signal may be unstable in grassland areas, it is recommended to download maps and related navigation software in advance for use during the trip.
## Food Recommendations
In Hulunbuir, you can taste three different types of cuisine: Chinese, Russian, and Mongolian, each with its own unique flavor:
1. Manzhouli: Lubli offers authentic Russian cuisine. It is recommended to try Russian-style Western food and desserts.
2. Ergun: Boiled lamb chops are a favorite delicacy of the locals. The meat is tender and delicious.
3. Mordaoga: Iron pot stew is a local specialty. Various ingredients are slowly stewed in a large iron pot, with a unique taste.
4. Heishantou: Grilled steak is a must-try delicacy. It uses local high-quality beef, grilled to perfection, and the meat is tender and delicious.
In addition to these special foods, you can also try traditional Mongolian food, such as hand-held meat, dairy products, etc., and experience the food culture of the grassland people.
## Culture and History of Hulunbuir
Hulunbuir not only has magnificent natural scenery, but also rich cultural and historical resources. By 2025, Hulunbuir City has carefully planned more than 60 cultural and tourism activities in six categories, including four-season theme tours, singing tours of Inner Mongolia, folk kaleidoscope, integration of culture, tourism and sports, exotic tours, and a taste of northern Xinjiang. These activities will give you an in-depth understanding of Hulunbuir's culture and history.
### Fusion Road Cultural Tourism
The "Road of Integration" is one of the key tasks of Hulunbuir City in promoting the construction of "Northern Frontier Culture". This tourist route starts from the ancestral land of Tuoba Xianbei (Oroqen Banner, Hulunbuir City), and uses the route of Xianbei's southward migration (Hulunbuir - Hohhot and Horqin - Datong - Luoyang) as a link to connect various places, connecting rich historical relics, magnificent natural scenery and colorful folk culture along the route.
### Multicultural Fusion
Hulunbuir is rich in natural resources, with forests, grasslands, wetlands, lakes, and rivers. Its ethnic culture is rich and colorful, and the traditional skills of many ethnic groups such as the Barhu silver making technique and birch bark making technique complement each other. This fusion of diverse cultures makes Hulunbuir a cultural treasure, attracting many tourists to explore and experience it.
## The future development of Hulunbuir tourism
Hulunbuir City is actively promoting in-depth exchanges and cooperation in culture, tourism, economic and social development and other aspects among important node cities along the "Road of Integration". This will help improve the tourism quality of Hulunbuir and provide tourists with a richer and more diverse travel experience.
## Conclusion
Hulunbuir, a land favored by nature, attracts many tourists to explore and experience with its magnificent natural scenery and rich cultural resources. Whether it is the golden birch forest, the endless grassland, or the magnificent scenery of the border, they all make people linger. As one traveler said, "It really feels like walking into an oil painting, satisfying all my fantasies about autumn."
If you plan to travel to Hulunbuir, it is recommended that you plan your itinerary in advance and prepare appropriate clothing and equipment so that you can fully appreciate the magnificent scenery and unique charm of this land during your trip. Whether you travel by car or join a tour group, Hulunbuir will leave you with unforgettable memories.
#Hulunbuir #Mainland Travel #May Day Travel Guide #Great Places to Go in the Hot Summer #trip