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Friends, Hulunbuir in the coming months is like a summer straight out of a Miyazaki film! I solemnly declare that no place on earth understands the romance and beauty of summer better than Inner Mongolia. Imagine a sapphire-blue sky dotted with large, marshmallow-like clouds, drifting freely across the boundless expanse like celestial spirits. On the vast grasslands below, herds of cattle and sheep resemble black and white pearls scattered across a green velvet carpet. Every snapshot you take while strolling through this landscape is a desktop wallpaper waiting to happen, a balm for the weary soul. You'll feel like you've stepped into a Miyazaki movie, a world of fantasy and warmth, where every scene exudes a dreamlike quality. This dreamlike grassland, to me, is like Li Juan's "My Altay," a poetic land full of the unknown and wonder. Here are some must-visit spots in Hulunbuir: First and foremost, the Xini River Grassland, a natural pasture in Inner Mongolia. Here, you'll witness endless grasslands, with green waves undulating in the wind like a verdant symphony composed by nature. Immerse yourself in the unique charm of nomadic culture, watch herders on horseback expertly managing their livestock, and listen to their tales of the grasslands, connecting with the rich history and cultural heritage of this land. Hulun Lake is another must-see. In summer, its mild and cool climate makes it the perfect summer retreat. Standing by the lake, you'll see the shimmering waters blend seamlessly with the distant blue sky and grasslands, creating a breathtaking panorama. Occasionally, water birds frolic on the lake's surface, adding a touch of vitality to the tranquil scene. Enhe Russian Ethnic Township is like a colorful fairy tale. As you ride through the birch forests, sunlight filters through the leaves, creating dappled patterns of gold. Traverse the grasslands, cross the hills, and watch as the setting sun paints the world in hues of orange and red, immersing you in a picturesque masterpiece. Manzhouli has its own unique charm, with its Russian-style architecture and candy-colored buildings, vibrant and lively. Walking down the streets of Manzhouli is like stepping into a dreamlike fairy tale, where every building seems to have sprung from the pages of a storybook, begging to be photographed. The meandering Moergele River resembles a silver river inlaid in the grassland. Its waters flow gently across the land, tracing beautiful patterns, a masterpiece painted by nature's magical brush. From a high vantage point, the river's winding course resembles a ribbon dancing across the grassland, a sight of breathtaking beauty. A trip to Hulunbuir wouldn't be complete without savoring the local cuisine. Roasted whole lamb, a centuries-old nomadic tradition, is a must-try. When a golden-brown, crispy roasted lamb is served, its enticing aroma fills the air, making your mouth water. One bite of the tender, flavorful meat is an unforgettable experience. Don't miss the milk tea with roasted millet. The crispy, golden millet adds a unique texture and flavor to the rich milk tea, creating a delightful combination. Beyond the scenery and food, Hulunbuir offers a wealth of immersive experiences. Try grass sliding from a 1200m slope. Feel the wind rush past as you speed down, a perfect blend of speed and excitement, leaving all your worries behind. Visit a private ranch, don traditional attire, and experience life as a herder. Hand-feed adorable lambs, watch them take food from your hand with their wet little mouths, milk cows, and brew milk tea, immersing yourself in authentic grassland life. Camping on the grassland is an unforgettable experience. Lie in your tent at night, listening to the sounds of insects, and gaze up at the brilliant starry sky. The stars, like gems embedded in the black curtain of night, reveal the vastness and mystery of the universe. Enjoy a delicious barbecue with friends under the stars. Experience a stay in a yurt, a traditional Mongolian dwelling, and immerse yourself in the unique nomadic culture. The yurt's warm and ethnic interior makes you feel one with the grassland. Matryoshka Square, a veritable Eastern Disneyland, is a children's paradise. The various Matryoshka-themed buildings and amusement facilities transport children to a fairy-tale kingdom of fun and laughter. Finally, go horseback riding across the grassland with a guide. Feel the wind in your hair as your horse gallops across the plains, channeling the spirit of ancient warriors and experiencing the unique thrill of horseback riding. A few tips for your trip: Hulunbuir experiences significant temperature differences between day and night in early summer, so pack a jacket or windbreaker to avoid catching a cold. Cell phone signals can be unreliable in some areas, so carry cash. The grassland enjoys abundant sunshine, but the UV rays are strong, so take sun protection measures. Mosquitoes are common in summer, so bring mosquito repellent. Most importantly, respect local customs, be mindful of cultural differences, and protect the natural and cultural environment of the grassland to preserve its pristine beauty.

[Introduction]: The best time to visit the Hulunbuir Grassland is from June to September every year. May–June: Early summer on the grassland. The scenery is no different from summer, with fewer people, beautiful scenery, and high cost performance. July–August: Peak season for grassland tourism. A popular destination during the summer vacation. Air tickets, accommodation, and meals are all at the highest prices of the year. September: Early autumn on the grassland. The grassland slowly changes from green to colorful, presenting a golden color. 🛬 [Itinerary]: Day 1: Arrive in Hailar District and check into the hotel Day 2: Hailar - Morigele River - Ergun Wetland - Check into Ergun Day 3: Ergun - Birch Forest - Aoluguya Reindeer Tribe - Cold Pole Genhe Day 4: Genhe - Mordaga National Forest Park - Manzhouli, a small town on the Sino-Russian border Day 5: Shiwei - Sino-Russian border defense line - Grass sliding - Grassland horse riding - Check into a Mongolian yurt Day 6: Black Mountain Head - Border Highway - Hulun Lake - Matryoshka Square - Manzhouli Day 7: Manzhouli - Barhu Mongolian Tribe - Large-scale equestrian performance - Return flight ⛺ [Must-see attractions]: Morigele River Scenic Area, Ergun Wetland, Birch Forest, Aoluguya Reindeer Tribe, Thousand-meter grass slide, grassland horse riding, Hulun Lake, Matryoshka Square 🍩 [Must-eat delicacies]: Hand-pulled meat, hot pot, Russian cuisine The three most representative cuisines of Hulunbuir: Hand-pulled meat is more of a Mongolian cuisine, which can be eaten with Mongolian pot tea, sausage, etc. Manzhouli, where China, Russia, and Mongolia meet, you can taste authentic Russian cuisine, grassland hot pot, Hulunbuir is famous for its natural pastures, and pure grass-fed lamb melts in your mouth! 🏨 [Accommodation Guide]: Four-star local accommodation throughout the trip, one night in a grassland Mongolian yurt, and one night in a Russian wooden house with distinctive features. 🚌 [Transportation Guide]: Arrive at Hailar Dongshan Airport by plane / Purchase train tickets to Hailar Station 🧡 [Tips]: There is a big temperature difference between morning and evening on the grassland, so bring enough autumn clothes and warm clothes to keep warm and avoid catching a cold.

Hulunbuir is simply paradise, if you haven't been there yet, hurry up and go. Just returned from a trip to Hulunbuir, feel free to ask me any questions! I hope this guide will help you! 🌸【Best Time to Visit】 June: The temperature gradually warms up, the grasslands start to turn green, and wildflowers bloom everywhere. There are relatively fewer tourists at this time, making the travel experience very comfortable. July-August: The golden season for grassland tourism, the grass is at its lushest, the climate is pleasant, and it's perfect for escaping the heat. However, there are more tourists, so plan ahead. September: The grasslands gradually turn yellow, presenting a colorful landscape. You can also see large golden wheat fields, making it a paradise for photography enthusiasts. 👧🏻【My Itinerary】 Day 1: Various locations—Hailar Day 2: Hailar—Grassland Primitive Road Crossing—Nomadic Summer Camp—Watch Galloping Horses—Private Relaxation—Overlook Morigele River—Erguna Day 3: Erguna—Birch Forest—Close Encounter with Reindeer—Enhe Russian Ethnic Culture Village—Immersive Horse Riding in Enhe—Russian Descendants' Specialties Day 4: Enhe—China-Russia Border Guard Line—Valley of the Wind—Unlimited Grass Skiing—Wetlands—Bonfire Party—Mongolian Yurt Day 5: Heishantou—China-Russia Border Highway—Visit Nomadic Families—Matryoshka Doll Scenic Area/Circus—Manzhouli Day 6: Manzhouli—Barhu Mongolian Tribe—Large-scale Equestrian Performance—Hailar 🎬【Must-Visit Attractions】 ♦ Check-in at the Border Highway ♦ Morigele River at Sunset ♦ Bonfire Party and Stargazing ♦ Cattle and Sheep Grazing on the Grasslands ♦ Ride a Horse and Gallop Freely ♦ Experience Mongolian Nomadic Life ♦ Find the Ancient Reindeer Tribe ♦ Enjoy Mongolian Cuisine ♦ Mongolian Language Class, Visit Russian Families 🏠【Accommodation Recommendations】 1⃣ Hailar: It is recommended to choose a hotel near the city center of Hulunbuir, close to the airport and convenient for shopping and dining, with high cost performance. 2⃣ Erguna: Near Jinque Street, Birch Road, and Erguna Avenue, the night view is beautiful, and it's close to the local square for a stroll. 3⃣ Enhe: The village mainly features Russian-style wooden houses, with limited reception capacity, so book in advance. 4⃣ Heishantou: Mostly Mongolian yurts, with various grades and prices, so compare before booking. 5⃣ Manzhouli: The most distinctive is the Matryoshka Doll Hotel. You can experience it in the off-season, but it's not recommended during the peak season due to high prices. 💌【Tips】 ✅ The signal on the road is very poor, and navigation won't work, so find a driver or guide familiar with the route. ✅ The driving distance is long, so bring some snacks and fruits. ✅ The scenery along the way is beautiful, but be careful of cattle and sheep on the roadside and keep your distance. ✅ Check the weather before you go. The blue sky and white clouds are stunning, but the experience is poor on cloudy days. ✅ Although the temperature difference between day and night is large, one jacket is enough. It's quite hot during the day. ✅ Wear bright clothes. White dresses look great in photos, or bring some colorful accessories. ✅ Do more research, as there are many tourist traps. ✅ The sunrise time is 03:00, and it gets bright very early. ✅ The Hulunbuir History Museum is really worth visiting! It's the first time I've seen a mammoth! It's truly amazing. 🎀【Hulunbuir Grassland Itinerary】 The grassland attractions are scattered, suitable for a family deep tour. To visit all the essential attractions, you need at least 5 days.

I really thought Xinjiang was beautiful enough, but I didn't expect the Hulunbuir grassland to be absolutely divine! 🌈 Endless green grasslands Herds of cattle and sheep 🐮🐏 Galloping steeds～🐎 Every frame is as beautiful as a Windows desktop 🖥 Promise me You must visit Hulunbuir this summer 🍃 📝Recommended travel itinerary Day1: Hailar-Morin Dawa River-Deep into the grassland-Erguna Wetland-Visit Russian households-Erguna Day2: Erguna-Birch Forest-Enhe Russian Ethnic Township-Reindeer Park-Shiwei Day3: Shiwei-Qi Ka-Ulan Mountain Scenic Area-Heishantou-Horseback riding to watch the sunset Day4: Heishantou-Border Highway-186 Color Ribbon River-Visit herders-Manzhouli Day5: Manzhouli-Hulun Lake-Balhu Tribe-Hailar 🥙Specialties 🥐Mongolian cuisine: Mongolian house meat, Mongolian pot tea, hand-held meat, roasted whole lamb, hot pot meat, roasted lamb leg, roasted lamb ribs, belly-wrapped meat, beef jerky. 🥐Russian flavor: Russian big bread, cheese bread, Russian sausage, borscht, Russian big kebabs, wild blueberry jam, Russian pizza. 🥐Northeastern Chinese cuisine: barbecue, Guo Bao meat, Di San Xian, Tie Shan cold drinks, sauerkraut vermicelli, Nantun steak. ‼️Precautions ⚠️Hulunbuir has a large temperature difference between morning and evening, so you need to bring warm clothing. ⚠️Take measures to prevent mosquitoes and insects, and bring sunscreen, sunglasses, and a sun hat. ⚠️Respect local customs and cultural differences. ⚠️Pay attention to environmental protection and do not litter.

Hulunbuir 5-day parent-child tour✔️ Take your child into the world of Miyazaki's animations✨|||Every step on the Hulunbuir grassland feels like being in a Miyazaki animation. The beautiful oil paintings, 🖼 the soul-stirring experience, is simply indescribable, it feels like living in an animated film of blue skies and white clouds • ⌚️【Travel Time】 The most beautiful season on the grassland is June, July, and August, with comfortable temperatures～ The grass is green～ Herds of cattle and sheep abound~ It's the perfect summer retreat for families, full of experiential activities • 🚗【Transportation Guide】 There are flights to Hulunbuir from various places ✈️; Hailar Dongshan Airport (also known as Hulunbuir Airport). If you're on a budget, it's recommended to fly to Harbin first and then take a train to Hailar, which can save a lot of money! • 📝【Route Reference】 1️⃣: Hailar→Endless Grassland→Morin Dawa River→Crossing the Grassland→Ergun Wetland→Ergun 2️⃣: Ergun→Birch Forest→Enhe Russian Ethnic Township→Reindeer Tribe→Border River Sunset→Shiwei 3️⃣: Shiwei→9/8/7 Cards→Wulan Mountain Tai Chi Diagram→Horse Riding Experience→Bonfire Party→Heishantou (Sunset) 4️⃣: Heishantou→Visit Herders→Border Highway→186 Color Ribbon River→Mammoth Park→Matryoshka Square→Manzhouli 5️⃣: Manzhouli→National Gate→Windmill Road→Hulun Lake→Balhu Tribe→Huhenuoer→Hailar • 🌈【Trip Highlights】 ✨Drive across the grassland, watching the cattle, sheep, and horses graze leisurely ✨Walk on the border highway🛣, with a view of two countries at a glance ✨The endless view is not just of the grassland☘ ✨Heishantou has a romantic sunset just for you ✨Stay in a starry Mongolian yurt, look up at the stars and the Milky Way in the evening🌌 ✨Gallop on the grassland, visit a herder's home, and drink a bowl of milk tea ✨The dazzling night view of Manzhouli, the exotic Matryoshka Square ✨The rippling Hulun Lake, experience the scenery where water meets sky • 🏠【Accommodation Experience】 🚩Mongolian Yurt: The starry sky room allows you to watch the stars at night, super romantic, worth experiencing. Beware of mosquitoes 🚩Wooden Carving: Russian-style architecture, very peaceful feeling, well-equipped, worth experiencing. Accommodations are generally simple, not very luxurious, but clean and with basic facilities. • 🥯【Food Experience】 Roasted lamb skewers, grilled fish, salty milk tea, mare's milk wine, hand-grabbed rice, mushroom hotpot, lamb hotpot. Don't eat too much at each meal, the meat dishes are quite greasy • 🌟【Precautions】 1️⃣Sun protection: Inner Mongolia has strong sunlight in summer, so be sure to stay hydrated and protected~ (sunscreen, sun-protective clothing, sun hats, face masks, etc.) 2️⃣Warm clothing: Although it's summer, the temperature difference between day and night is significant, so bring a thicker jacket and long pants 3️⃣Travel essentials💊: Cold medicine, gastrointestinal medicine, motion sickness medicine, mosquito patches, floral water, etc. 4️⃣Some areas of the grassland📶 have poor signal, it's advisable to carry a small amount of💰 cash, which will be much more convenient •

Because it's so beautiful❗ The aftereffects after going there are stronger than those of a broken heart! In the next few months, I will secretly make a strategy ⚡ Flash Inner Mongolia If you are here, then congratulations, you have found the real version of the computer desktop👀 👇 Avoid pitfalls 👇 If you want to see the real grassland, sisters, don’t waste time, go straight to Hulunbuir (pay attention!!) There are natural, unspoiled grasslands there These are all areas contracted by local herdsmen, and they are as fake as paintings☁ 🚗Travel route It is recommended to start from Hailar and go to Hailar (Dongshan Airport) from all over the country to start a healing 5-day itinerary with Hulunbuir grassland as the main focus. 1. Day 1: Hailar → head straight to the Morigele River → go deep into the grassland → Ergun Wetland → birch forest → (visit Russian households) Enhe Russian Ethnic Township 2. Day 2: Enhe → Wolong Mountain → Wild Flower Valley → Smiling River → China-Russia Ka Line → Shiwei → Eagle's Beak → Mordaoga 3. Day 3: Mordaoga → Aoluguya Reindeer Park → Ten Thousand Mu of Good Farmland → Heishantou (riding horse to watch the sunset on the grassland ☀) 4. Day 4: Heishantou → milking cows, feeding small 🐏 (herders’ home) → the most beautiful border road → 186 Ribbon River → National Gate/Matryoshka Square → Manchuria 5. Day 5: Manzhouli → Hulun Lake → Golden Beach → Barhu Grassland Tribe → Camping 6. Day 6: Xinzuo Banner → Ganzhuer → Mongolian Gacha Trail → Daxinganling Middle Road → Qixian Lake → Hailar ✨Warm Tips✨ The temperature difference between day and night on the grassland is large, so you should bring a thick jacket in summer. You can drive by yourself or join a tour group. You don’t have to visit every stop on the tour route. After all, going to the grassland itself is to relax and feel the nature. Just follow your own pace~❤

To chase the golden autumn Hulunbuir is a very temporary decision The most important thing about coming to Hulunbuir is that as a person who grew up in the south, and whose activity radius is around Jiangxi, my understanding of golden autumn only exists in texts and various literary works. But in the end I decided to come to Hulunbuir because of the Ergun River on the route. Chi Zijian's "Right Bank of the Ergun River" talks about the cycle of life and its cessation. The story of Ukelengli, the life of reindeer, the mysterious shaman, the Evenki people walking down the mountain... On the way, we also saw the Morgele River described by Lao She. The Morgler River flows quietly and calmly... Beside these two rivers, I was thinking that the passage of life is like a rushing river, with twists and turns but no turning back. A few years ago, they gave birth to countless lives, and they also witnessed the passing of countless lives. Today we stand beside them, and eventually... they will rush forward and watch us pass away... I went to see the reindeer and chatted with the man in charge of recreation and breeding at the reindeer park. When I was leaving, the man said: Girl, even if you speak Mandarin and you don’t say you are a southern girl, I wouldn’t even think you are from the south. She is gentle, speaks softly, and has an open personality, so she is very attractive to people. In Ergun, I seem to be more able to feel the shock of nature, the weight of life, and people's enthusiasm for life.

| Summer Limited Edition. 【Best Travel Season】 🌱Golden Period: July-August (peak grassland season) ☀️Average Daily Temperature: 20-25℃ (short sleeves during the day + light jacket in the morning and evening) 【Top 5 Must-Visit Attractions】 1️⃣ Morigele River 💰Free | 📸Best time to shoot "The World's Number One Meandering River" is at 4 PM (sheep returning home + golden light) 2️⃣ Erguna Wetland 🌊Asia's largest wetland | Newly opened ecological trail + free viewing platform (better view than the paid area) 3️⃣ Heishantou 🐎Official horse ranch 80 RMB/2 hours | Ride horses chasing the sunset (advance booking required) 4️⃣ 186 Ribbon River 🎢Cliff swing + kilometer-long grass sledding | Electric cart directly to the mountaintop 5️⃣ Manzhouli 🏰Matryoshka Doll Square night view + border gate check-in | Shopping for Russian goods on Sino-Russian Street (30% cheaper than in scenic spots) 🚗5 Days 4 Nights Essential Route🚗 D1: Hailar → Morigele River (viewing platform + grassland cycling) → Stay in a Mongolian yurt on the grassland D2: Erguna Wetland (ecological trail) → Birch Forest Reindeer Park → Stay in Enhe D3: DIY Russian bread in Russian ethnic village → Shiwei border river cruise → Stay in Shiwei D4: Horse riding in Heishantou → Visit herders’ home (milk cows + feed lambs) → Stay in Manzhouli D5: Matryoshka Doll Square → Hulun Lake cycling around the lake → Return trip 💡Super Practical TIPS 🚙 Transportation: ✔️Recommended: 4-person shared SUV charter (800 RMB per person, including fuel) ✔️Self-driving note: Gas stations are spaced over 50 km apart, make sure to start with a full tank 🏨 Accommodation: ▪️Hailar city hotels 200 RMB/night ▪️Grassland independent bathroom Mongolian yurts 150 RMB/night (book at least 2 weeks in advance during peak season) 🍖 Food Pitfalls to Avoid: ✓ Hand-pulled mutton at Hailar Hexi Night Market (50 RMB per person) ✘ Be cautious choosing whole roasted lamb in scenic spots (recommended to book through official travel agencies) 🎒 Essential Gear: ① Physical + chemical double sunscreen (sunglasses + SPF50 + sunscreen) ② Mosquito repellent + long pants (to prevent grassland ticks) ③ Thin down jacket (large temperature difference between day and night) 💰Money-saving Tips: • Wulanshan combo ticket 65 RMB (admission + sightseeing bus) • Shop at Sino-Russian Pedestrian Street in Manzhouli • Visit the wetland free viewing platform at 6 AM ⚠️Special Attention: • Download offline maps in advance (grassland often has no signal) • Choose official horse ranches for riding (check business license) • Ask for price tags when buying specialties (bargaining is acceptable) 📸Photo Guide: ▶️Morigele River: backlit shooting from 4-6 PM ▶️Heishantou: horse riding silhouette 1 hour before sunset ▶️Matryoshka Doll Square: shoot the colorful castle after lights on This summer, let's venture into the grassland like a Windows desktop! 🐑🌄

🏞️Hulunbuir is definitely the pinnacle of grasslands! Blue skies and white clouds, herds of cattle and sheep🐑, endless vast grasslands—it feels like taking the kids into a 🗺️Windows desktop. - Hulunbuir is about to enter its most beautiful season! Bring your kids and husband! Let’s head to the lakeside of the great grassland together~ 🌹Six-day itinerary guide🌹 ✅Day 1: Arrive freely from all over the country to Hailar ✅Day 2: Hailar – cross the grassland – Morigele River🐎 – Genhe Wetland – Erguna (overnight in Erguna) ✅Day 3: Erguna – Birch Forest🦌 – Enhe Wolong Mountain, China-Russia border river🐮 – Shiwei (overnight in Enhe or Shiwei) ✅Day 4: Shiwei – (border defense line) Ka Line – 9-8-7 Checkpoints – Bagua Diagram🌸 – Heishantou sunset🌞 (overnight in Heishantou) ✅Day 5: Heishantou – 186 Ribbon River – ◎Hulun Lake – Manzhouli (night tour) (overnight in Manzhouli) ✅Day 6: Manzhouli – Matryoshka Square🏩 – Barhu Mongolian Tribe – Large-scale Horse Dance Performance – Hohonor Scenic Area – end and return to Hailar Family-friendly activities 🎶 Forest Concert: Accompany the melodies of the forest, interact closely with adorable reindeer, and feel the harmonious rhythm of nature. 💃 Russian Home Visit: Immerse in Russian culture, experience traditional songs and dances, share joyful moments, and create unforgettable memories. 🐎 Little Herdsman Experience: Ride horseback across the vast grassland, feeling the blend of nature and freedom. 🌾 Plant Collection Exploration: Lead children to discover the secrets of grassland plants, create their own specimen collections, and inspire a desire to explore nature. 🐾 Cute Pet Interaction + Playground Fun: Get close to cute little animals, enjoy the playground to the fullest, and have a joyful time. Travel tips: ✔️Even in August, Inner Mongolia has a big temperature difference, remember to bring a jacket. ✔️Sunscreen, sunscreen, sunscreen! Important to say three times. The grassland is very open with little shade. ✔️Hulunbuir’s weather is quite dry, so drink plenty of water. Of course, you have to go to Hulunbuir with your beloved one😘~ Those who haven’t been will yearn for it, those who have been will never forget✨The wind blows the grass low, vast fertile fields, sunrise and sunset, twinkling stars—vast, distant, poetic, free, romantic… Standing on the grassland🌿, perhaps the worries just disappear. For travel inquiries, please click below↓↓↓【Hulunbuir Custom Car Rental】

📍Hulunbuir – City livestock can't compare to the prairie🌿 📅 Best Time to Visit July-August: Prairie at its peak, a boundless green carpet🌱 Average 20-25°C daily temps – super comfortable! 🚩 Must-See Attractions 1. Morigele River: Free! "The World’s Most Winding Waterway"⛰️ 2. Erguna Wetland: Asia’s largest wetland, newly opened eco-trail 3. Heishantou: Ultimate sunset horseback rides! Official ranches charge ¥80/2 hours 4. 186 Colorful Ribbon River: Take an e-cart to the summit! Try 1000m grass sliding + cliff swings 5. Manzhouli: Night tours of Matryoshka Square & the National Gate 🚗 5-Day Classic Route (Efficient Loop) Day1: Depart Hailar ➡️ Morigele River viewpoint + prairie cycling Day2: Erguna Wetland + birch forest reindeer park Day3: Make Russian bread in Enhe Ethnic Village + river cruise in Shiwei Town Day4: Heishantou horseback riding + dairy farming experience Day5: Manzhouli Matryoshka Square + Hulun Lake cycling Tip: Private car tours offer most freedom! SUV split 4 ways costs ¥800/person – easier than self-drive. 💰 Money-Saving Hacks ✅ Lodging: Hailar city hotels (¥200/night) + prairie yurts (choose ensuite, ¥150/night) = 50% savings. ✅ Tickets: Erguna Wetland’s free dawn viewpoint beats paid areas! Combo deal: Wulan Mountain ticket + shuttle for ¥65. ✅ Food: Skip "overpriced whole-roast lamb"! Book through legit agencies or try Hailar Hexi Night Market’s boiled mutton (¥50/person). ⚠️ Pitfall Avoidance 🚗Transport: Weak prairie signals❌ – download offline maps! Gas stations are sparse; refuel fully. 💰Shopping: Scenic-area bone crafts/furs are overpriced! Manzhouli’s Zhongsu Pedestrian Street is 30% cheaper. 🧳Essentials: 🌞Sunscreen + sunglasses (extreme UV!) 🦟Bug spray + long pants (grassland mosquitoes) 🧥Light down jacket (15°C+ day-night swings). 💡 Viral📸 Tips: 4PM at Morigele River! Golden light🌄 + returning sheep flocks = pure serenity~

Hey travel buddies, still wondering where to go for your next vacation? Inner Mongolia is absolutely the perfect choice! Vast grasslands, majestic deserts, and starry skies—fulfilling all your fantasies of freedom in one trip🌌 This guide offers an immersive Inner Mongolia experience. Don't forget to like and save it! 🏞 Must-Visit Attractions - Hulunbuir Grassland: One of the world's three largest grasslands, with the winding Morigele River resembling a silk ribbon across the land. Here, you can gallop on horseback, feel the wind rush past your ears, or simply lie on the grass and watch the clouds transform☁️ - Xiangshawan (Singing Sand Dunes): A desert paradise! Enjoy sand sliding, camel rides, and dune buggies to get your adrenaline pumping. Stay overnight at the Lotus Hotel and gaze up at the Milky Way—romance level maxed out! - Ulanhad Volcano Cluster: A real-life "Mars base." No. 3 Volcano is perfect for astronaut suit photoshoots, creating social media-worthy space-themed snaps. No. 5 Volcano at sunset is breathtaking, with golden hues painting the slopes like an oil painting. - Ergun Wetland: Asia's largest wetland, known as the "lungs of the earth." From the observation deck, take in the panoramic views of intertwining rivers, forests, and meadows—a stunning sight. 🗺️ Itinerary Suggestions - Classic 5-Day, 4-Night Route: Day 1: Arrive in Hohhot → Dazhao Temple → Saishang Old Street → Local delicacies (shaomai, lamb offal stew) Day 2: Hohhot → Xilamuren Grassland → Horseback riding & archery → Bonfire party → Overnight in a yurt Day 3: Xilamuren Grassland → Huitengxile Grassland → Huanghuagou Valley → Ride the grassland train Day 4: Huitengxile Grassland → Xiangshawan → Desert activities → Stay at desert hotel Day 5: Xiangshawan → Return to Hohhot → Inner Mongolia Museum → Departure 🚗 Transportation Tips - Getting There: ✈️ Flight: Direct flights to Hohhot Baita Airport or Hulunbuir Dongshan Airport. Book early for the best deals. 🚄 Train: A scenic option if time allows. Hohhot Station and Hohhot East Station offer frequent services. - Local Transport: 🚗 Self-drive: Ideal for experienced drivers, offering flexibility. Note that some grassland roads can be challenging—plan ahead. 🚌 Private/Shared Cars: Hire reliable local drivers or tour companies for hassle-free travel and insider stories. 🍱 Food Recommendations - Hand-Grabbed Lamb: Tender boiled mutton served with leek flower sauce—simple yet incredibly flavorful! - Pot Tea: Savory milk tea with roasted rice and milk skin—warming and satisfying. - Sand Leek Dumplings: A perfect blend of fragrant sand leeks and juicy lamb—bursting with flavor. - Roast Whole Lamb: A Mongolian delicacy for special guests, with crispy skin and succulent meat. Best shared due to higher prices. 🏠 Accommodation Tips - Hohhot: Stay downtown for convenience and more hotel options. - Grassland: Experience a night in a yurt for cultural immersion. Opt for ones with private bathrooms to avoid nighttime hassles. - Desert: Splurge on the Lotus Hotel for stargazing from bed, or choose budget-friendly desert tents for a unique experience. ⚠️ Important Notes - Sun Protection: Grassland and desert UV rays are intense—pack sunscreen, sunglasses, hats, and UV-protective clothing unless you want instant "plateau blush." - Warm Layers: Large temperature swings mean even summer nights get chilly—bring a jacket. - Bug Spray: Grassland mosquitoes are plentiful—don't skip repellent unless you want to be their buffet. - Cultural Respect: Learn local customs (e.g., enter yurts from the right side, avoid stepping on thresholds) to avoid awkward moments. Folks, Inner Mongolia is seriously amazing! Pack your bags and embark on this journey of freedom💖

Folks! Tired of crowded summer destinations? Head to the hidden gem of Arxan Grassland! Enjoy a blissful 22°C summer where every photo looks like Europe—snuggle with reindeer, chase sunset over the prairie… Here’s your ultimate 7-day budget-friendly guide! 📍Location: Arxan City is in the northwest of Xing’an League, Inner Mongolia. Nearby attractions are scattered across Hailar, Enhe, Heishantou, Manzhouli, etc. 🚗Transport: ✈️External: Fly to Hailar Dongshan International Airport (many direct flights available) or take a train to Hailar Station. 🚗Internal: Attractions are far apart—renting a car or joining a carpool (¥150-200/day per person) offers flexibility. Self-driving requires familiarity with roads (some areas have weak signals). Local public transport is inconvenient. 👍Must-Visit Spots: - Morge River: Dubbed "No.1 Meandering Water," its winding curves look like earth’s ribbons—stunning drone views! - Reindeer Park: Feed gentle reindeer with huge antlers; super photogenic! - Ergun National Wetland Park: Wetlands, flower fields, and forests—walk the trails in this natural oxygen bar. - Arxan Railway Station: A mint-green retro station straight out of Switzerland, ultra cinematic! - Manzhouli: Night views are breathtaking! Golden castles glow under lights, and the Matryoshka Square facade dazzles. 🎟️Tickets: Reindeer Park ~¥50; Ergun Wetland Park (incl. shuttle) ~¥80; Arxan National Forest Park ¥275 (2-day pass incl. transport); Manzhouli Border Gate ¥80; Matryoshka Square exterior is free. Student/child discounts available. 💗Tips: 1. Big temp swings! Pack short sleeves + sunscreen for day, thick jackets for night, and rain gear. 2. Prairie UV is intense—high-SPF sunscreen, hats, and sunglasses are a must! 3. Buy moss (sold onsite) to feed reindeer; no outside food. Ride horses at licensed ranches with guides. 4. Must-try local food: roast lamb, hand-grabbed meat, milk tea, and crispy fried rice with milk skin—bring snacks if picky. 5. Weak signals in some areas—download offline maps and plan routes ahead! Escape the crowds this summer and experience Arxan’s high-end charm! Gather your crew for this romantic grassland adventure~

| Early Summer in Hulunbuir | A romantic poem wandering into the fairy tale of green wilderness As the breeze gently caresses, early summer in Hulunbuir unfolds like a melodious long tune, resonating across the vast land. The slumbering grassland awakens tenderly, with fresh green sprouts breaking through the soil—a vibrant hue resembling the earth's drowsy eyes just opening, brimming with life and hope. The Ergun River meanders like a silver ribbon, flowing quietly. It divides the grassland's serenity in two: one half gifted to soaring birds, the other left to blooming wildflowers, before carrying this beauty leisurely toward the endless azure sky. 📸 Quick Highlights p1 - 7 Ergun Wetland: The green veins of the earth p8 Morigele River: The silver serpentine ribbon on the grassland p9 - 11 Forest Train: A magical journey through fairy-tale woods p12 - 13 Forest Cabins: Secluded hideaways nestled in the woods p14 - 17 Xing'an Reindeer Park: An intimate encounter with elf-like reindeer p18 Horse-Tethering Post: A timeless imprint of the grassland 🌄 Summer Adventures in Hulunbuir In the height of summer, Hulunbuir offers an unparalleled natural feast. Here, boundless emerald grasslands meet mirror-clear lakes, while herds of cattle and sheep roam leisurely under the vast blue sky. Breathe in the crisp air, gallop across the plains on horseback, and witness breathtaking sunsets—every moment is a magnificent poem penned by nature. 💡 Ultra-Practical Travel Guide ✈️ How to get there: Fly directly to Hailar Airport to start your grassland journey ✅ Money-saving tips: Many photogenic spots are free—avoid tourist traps ✅ Signal alert: Some areas have poor reception; download maps and photo spots in advance ✅ Travel advice: Post-rain summer roads can be slippery. Experienced drivers may rent a car, but for a hassle-free and safe trip, hire a reliable guide to navigate the grasslands and set the perfect pace 🗺️ 6-Day Essential Itinerary D1: Hailar airport pickup → Head to Morigele River, the "No.1 Meandering Water under Heaven" → Stroll through Ergun Wetland, overlooking the green marvel D2: Depart from Ergun → Explore the fairy-tale birch forest → Interact with reindeer at Xing'an Reindeer Park → Arrive in Moerdaoga D3: Ride the forest train through the sea of trees in Moerdaoga → Visit the border town of Shiwei → Travel along the Jiuka and Baka highways → Summit Ulan Mountain for panoramic grassland views D4: Immerse in the Russian charm of Enhe Town → Cruise the border highway → Gallop across Heishantou on horseback → Sing and dance around a bonfire at night D5: Depart from Heishantou → Experience thrilling grass sliding at 186 Colorful Ribbon River → Head to Manzhouli for exotic vibes → Visit the Matryoshka Square, a fairy-tale encounter D6: Manzhouli → Discover the mysterious Horse-Tethering Post → Begin your journey home, cherishing grassland memories

Tired of the city's heat and noise? This summer, head to Inner Mongolia! Vast grasslands, azure lakes, galloping horses, and a Milky Way so close you can almost touch it at night... Summer in Inner Mongolia means 25°C cool breezes, poetic scenes of cattle and sheep grazing under the wind-swept grass, and the call of freedom and wilderness! 📅 Best Time to Visit June - August (lush green grasslands, cool climate, perfect summer escape) 📍 Recommended Destinations ✅ **Hulunbuir Grassland** - China's most beautiful grassland—ride horses, shoot arrows, stay in a yurt, and experience nomadic life - The winding Morigele River looks like a silk ribbon; every photo could be a Windows wallpaper ✅ **Arshan National Forest Park** - Volcanic landscapes + pristine forests, a natural oxygen bar ideal for light hiking - Rhododendron Lake and Tianchi (Heavenly Lake) are fairy-tale beautiful, with average summer temperatures of 22°C ✅ **Xiangshawan (Resonant Sand Bay)** - Where desert meets oasis—try sand sliding, camel rides, and thrilling desert off-roading - Stay overnight at the Lotus Hotel for stargazing and listening to the singing sands 🍖 Must-Try Local Food - Hand-grabbed lamb (tender and non-gamey) - Milk tea + fried millet (savory and rich) - Roast whole lamb (a must for groups, full of ceremonial vibes) 🚗 Transportation Tips - Fly directly to Hohhot/Hailar, then rent a car or join a small tour group (grasslands are vast; self-driving requires experience) 🏡 Accommodation Recommendations - Grassland yurts (stargazing at night) - Arshan’s charming wooden cabins (forest-themed and healing) ✨ Closing Notes Summer in Inner Mongolia is an escape from the heat, a sanctuary for the soul. Ride freely by day, gather around the fire with songs and dances by night, and let the grassland winds blow away all your fatigue. Pack your bags—this summer, head to Inner Mongolia for the purest freedom!

Hulunbuir Travel Guide: Grasslands, Food, and the Daily Experience of "Being Stared at by Sheep" Heard you're heading to Hulunbuir? Congratulations! You're about to unlock the daily experience of "being glared at by sheep"! Here, the sky is bluer than your future, the grasslands vaster than your receding hairline, and the lamb so delicious it’ll make you question your life choices (unless you're a vegetarian, in which case, never mind). As a former traveler who’s been both windblown silly and fattened by lamb in Hulunbuir, I’m here to give you a guide that’s **"trip-proof, budget-friendly, and Instagram-worthy"! --- 1. Must-Visit Spots: Grasslands, Lakes, and the Joy of Getting Lost 1. **Hulunbuir Grassland (Free, but expect sheep spectators)** Highlights: Endless grasslands where "the wind blows, grass bends, and livestock appears" (though the sheep might be calmer than you). Activities: Horseback riding (watch out—the horse might judge your weight), photography (include the sheep—they’ll stare), or just lying down (a day on the grass erases all worries). Humor warning: Avoid red clothing—cows might mistake you for a matador. 2. **Morin Dawa River (Free, but mosquitoes will love you)** Highlights: Dubbed the "world’s most winding river," with more twists than your love life. Activities: Riverside strolls (bug spray is a must—mosquitoes are overly affectionate), drone photography (no drone? Just "eye-drone" the view). Humor warning: Don’t try counting its bends—you’ll lose your mind. 3. **Erguna Wetland (~¥60 entry, but worth it)** Highlights: Asia’s largest wetland, so stunning you’ll want to compose poetry (if you can). Activities: Hiking (don’t get lost—no WiFi here), birdwatching (the birds are better posers than you). Humor warning: Don’t argue with the birds—you won’t win. 4. **Manzhouli Matryoshka Doll Square (~¥50 entry, but a photo op goldmine)** Highlights: A sea of nesting dolls so big you’ll feel shrunken. Activities: Photos (caption: "Surrounded by nesting dolls!"), souvenir shopping (don’t overdo it—your suitcase will weep). Humor warning: Don’t try counting the dolls—you’ll lose your mind (again). --- 2. Food Recs: Lamb, Lamb, and More Lamb 1. **Hand-Grabbed Lamb (A must, or your trip is wasted)** Why: So tender you’ll want to apologize to the sheep. Humor warning: Don’t ask "which sheep is this?"—the chef will glare harder than the sheep. 2. **Roast Whole Lamb (Best for groups, or you’ll explode)** Why: Crispy outside, juicy inside—even the neighbor’s dog will want to befriend you. Humor warning: Don’t attempt to finish it alone—your stomach will revolt. 3. **Milk Tea (Salty—don’t freak out)** Why: Locals drink it salty. Sweet-tooths, brace yourselves. Humor warning: Don’t debate "to sugar or not" with the owner—you’ll lose. 4. **Buryat Buns (Meat overload)** Why: One bite = all meat, with dough as a mere accessory. Humor warning: Don’t swallow whole—you’ll regret it. 5. **Dairy Products (Cheese, milk skin, etc.)** Why: Rich, creamy, and more calcium-packed than supplements. Humor warning: Don’t buy too much—you’ll gain weight unrecognizably. --- 3. Lodging: Budget-Friendly & Comfy 1. **Hostels/Guesthouses (¥50–100/night)** Why: Cheap, plus you’ll meet fellow "sheep-watchers." Humor warning: Don’t compete over who took the ugliest sheep photo—you’ll lose. 2. **Yurt Experience (¥100–200/night)** Why: One night = double the Instagram likes. Humor warning: Nighttime winds sound like horror stories—not for the faint-hearted. 3. **Budget Hotels (¥150–300/night)** Why: WiFi, hot water—perfect for "modern humans." Humor warning: Don’t expect 5-star service—you’re not a sheep. --- 4. Transport Tips: No Taxis Here—Grasslands Lack Uber - **Private/Shared Cars**: The grasslands are vast—walking is not an option. - **Self-Drive**: For seasoned drivers, but watch for livestock (they own the road). Humor warning: Don’t ask "how much longer?"—the driver’s "soon" means 100km. --- 5. Final Advice: 1. **SUNSCREEN!** The UV here is harsher than your ex. 2. **Bring cash**—some places have worse signal than your love life. 3. **Don’t provoke livestock**—they’re more territorial than you. 4. **Relax**—even the sheep live more carefree than you. --- Lastly, enjoy your trip, feast like royalty, and may your social media explode with likes! (If the sheep glare, don’t panic—they’re just jealous of your hair.) 🐑✨

💕 18 photos can’t fully capture how much I love Hulunbuir Every day traveling in Hulunbuir Feels like walking inside a Windows desktop Roaming the vast grasslands, with cattle and sheep everywhere A cartoon-like sky, a fairy-tale town with exotic charm Lots of delicious food, the last time I came with my girlfriends was in junior year. 💗 Six days five nights itinerary Day 1⃣ Gather in Hailar from all over the country Day 2⃣ Hailar—Morigele River—Cross the grassland—Camping at a herder’s home—Making rye bread—Erguna Day 3⃣ Erguna Wetland—Birch Forest Scenic Area—Enhe—Shiwei—Oroch Manor—Sunset at Shenxianpo Day 4⃣ Border checkpoint line—Visit herders—Grass skiing—Horse riding—Grassland sunset—Bonfire party Day 5⃣ Heishantou—National Gate—Matryoshka Square—Manzhouli Day 6⃣ Manzhouli—Hulun Lake—Barhu Mongolian Tribe—Hailar airport drop-off 🚗 Transportation｜24h private car pick-up and drop-off, no rushing, stop whenever you want for freedom 🏨 Hotel｜Stay in highly praised hotels, good rest means more fun 🎊 Entertainment｜All grassland activities covered, immerse yourself in grassland life 💁🏻‍♀️ Service｜Nanny-level service, freeing your hands with professional guides to help take beautiful photos 👗 Outfit suggestions: 📌 Mainly long skirts and pants, solid colors like white, yellow, and red look great in photos. In June, it’s still recommended to wear a long-sleeve outer shirt 📌 Daily wear: short sleeves, long pants, plus a light jacket. The farther north you go on the grassland, the colder it gets, especially at night, so remember to bring warm clothes. 📌 Shoes: Comfortable shoes like sneakers or travel shoes are recommended. 🌈 Summer is here~ Let’s go to the grasslands to feel the breeze~ Grassland sunsets and starry skies🌃 are also very romantic!💯 The detailed itinerary is all planned for you, just follow the guide. If you have any questions🉑️ask❓ For travel inquiries, please click below↓↓↓【Hulunbuir Custom Car Rental】

Early summer in Hulunbuir genuinely rivals foreign destinations Blue skies, grasslands, cattle and sheep, sunsets All the beautiful elements of nature combined Even now, looking back at photos still gives me lingering emotions After posting on social media, many friends asked about it 🙋🏻‍♂️ So here comes the travel guide and tips 🤗 . 📆: June 10-15, 2025 📷: Sony a7m4, DJI 3s ✈️: Hangzhou — Hailar — Hangzhou . 🍃 Hulunbuir Itinerary ▪️Day 1: Hailar — Lianghe Sacred Mountain — Moerigele River — Grassland crossing — Ergun Wetland sunset — Stay in Ergun ▪️Day 2: Deererbuir Xing'an Reindeer Park — Moerdaoga Forest Park — Linjiang Village sunset — Stay in Enhe ▪️Day 3: Enhe Mountain — Smiling Face River — Horseback riding in Heishantou — Stay in Heishantou ▪️Day 4: Lamb feeding — Windmill Highway along the border — Hulun Lake/Sunset at Shuanmazhuang — Stay in Manzhouli ▪️Day 5: Mammoth Park — Matryoshka Square — Wedding Palace — Return trip . ⭐️ Practical Tips ❶ Sun protection is crucial - fully arm yourself from head to toe or use an umbrella ❷ Bring high-top shoes or boots, don't wear slippers on the grassland ❸ Prepare some motion sickness and stomach medicine ❹ Wear long pants when horseback riding ❺ Whether self-driving or joining a tour, keep snacks in the car ❻ Bring mosquito and insect repellent ❼ Besides summer clothes, pack a light jacket ❽ Hulunbuir is vast - self-driving or tours recommended, public transport isn't feasible ❾ Many places are inaccessible by self-driving - they're wild paths and grassland areas, or simply impossible to find . ✅ Must-Visit Attractions ▫️Ergun Wetland Located deep in the grasslands, it's China's best-preserved wetland. The view is just cattle, sheep, rivers, forests, and herders' houses. We even captured stunning sunset scenes of animals crossing the river! ▫️Moerigele River A great drone-flying spot near Hulunbuir city with expansive views. The river's winding path through grasslands is spectacular. The best angles require guides to take you through off-road paths. ▫️Heishantou Town The whole town is incredibly fun. By day you can pet lambs and feed them, enjoy various grass-sliding activities and mini trains. At dusk, ride horses up mountains to chase sunsets - an amazingly rich experience. ▫️Moerdaoga Features a gentle and unique reindeer park. Reindeer antlers feel amazing to touch. For southerners seeing reindeer for the first time, it's quite novel. You can also ride a forest train through birch forests and grassland rivers - a visual treat. . #Hulunbuir #InnerMongoliaTravel #LivePhotos #WhereGrasslandMeetsSea #TripcomTraveler #InnerMongoliaTour #HealingScenery #Sunset #Vibes #ISFP #DepartAfterSunset #Photography #GraduationTrip

Erguna, Moridaga, Manzhouli, Arxan... In Inner Mongolia, I found freedom at the edge of the world! This northern secret realm also hides the exotic charm of the "Window to East Asia." The millennia-old nomadic civilization thrives here, with a winter wonderland fairy tale loading for a limited time. A must-visit in your lifetime: Hulunbuir | Five-day, four-night ode to the wilderness. 🐎 Trip highlight: Immersive nomadic cultural experience. Day 1: The pulse of the grassland · Love at first sight. - Morning: Moerzhigele River vantage point. Overlook the "No.1 meandering river under heaven" snaking through the grassland, and discover the filming location of *The Ghouls*. - Afternoon: Visit a herder's home in Chen Barag Banner. Milk cows, brew milk tea, wear Mongolian robes, and tie colorful ribbons on lambs. - Night: Stay at the Huhenuoer Lake RV Camp. Open the window to a starry sky reflected on the lake, listening to the horsehead fiddle melodies drifting over the grass. Day 2: Fairytale forests · Borderland adventures. - Morning: Trek through the birch forest. Take photos with the Ewenki reindeer tribe and feed moss to these big-antlered cuties. - Noon: Visit Enhe Russian Village. Make leiba bread, paint matryoshka dolls, and stay in colorful wooden houses while listening to accordion music. - Evening: Sunset at Linjiangtun boundary river. Watch the sunset paint the Erguna River red on the Sino-Russian border. Day 3: Polar expedition · Winter wonderland (winter exclusive). - All day: Challenge the cold in Genhe. ❄️ Ride a reindeer sled through primeval forests | Visit China’s Cold Pole Village (recorded at -58°C). - Secret spot: Magic realm drift on the unfrozen river. Drift amid -40°C steam with frost-covered banks like crystal curtains. 🌟 Extended treasures (must-add if time allows). 1️⃣ Manzhouli. Night tour of the golden city! The dazzling Matryoshka Square, and Russian-Mongolian shops for amethyst and amber. 2️⃣ Arxan National Forest Park. Autumn foliage extravaganza, or winter volcanic crater lakes. 3️⃣ Heishantou horse-riding secret spot. Gallop to the border monument at a professional ranch, and wait for the Milky Way arch at dusk. 🌄 Deep dive into soul-stirring spots. Destination | Mind-blowing experiences. Moerzhigele River ✅ Drone shots of its 18 bends! After rain, see dozens of rainbows in parallel. Aoluguya Tribe ✅ China’s last reindeer-herding tribe! Pet reindeer antlers and warm up with shaman tales. Enhe Russian Village ✅ Blue-eyed northeastern locals! Yellow butter leiba + wild blueberry jam with kvass. Genhe Cold Pole ✅ Witness water freezing mid-air! Eat candied hawthorns at -40°C and sleep on a heated kang bed. Linjiangtun Boundary River ✅ Patrol the border on horseback at dawn! Spot Russian village chimneys through binoculars. 📜 Grassland survival guide. - Transportation totems. ✈️ Hailar Dongshan Airport (hub) | 🚗 Must rent a car/hire a driver! No signal in the hinterland; local drivers know the herding paths. - Lodging rules. ▶️ Choose yurts with skylights (stargazing) | ❄️ Winter? Lock in heated kang homestays (24/7 warmth). - Culinary storm. 🔥 Must-eat: Hand-grabbed lamb with leek flower sauce, Buryat steamed buns, iron-pot stewed lake fish, Russian sausages. 🎁 Souvenirs: Dried beef strips, Ewenki birch bark art, dried crabapples. 🌌 Ultimate wisdom: "The romance of Hulunbuir is the wind whistling past as you gallop, the milk liquor tossed skyward at an ovoo meeting, and the sizzling lamb tail fat aroma in a midnight yurt. Go now—before the grass yellows and the snow melts!" 📅 Seasonal highlights. - June-August: Emerald grasslands + wildflower feasts (Naadam horse races). - Mid-September: Golden birch forest fantasy (photographers’ paradise). - December-February: Snowfield aurora dreams (Winter Naadam: camel races/ice fishing). 🐺 Why Hulunbuir? When travel becomes just checklist tourism, here you’ll still find: ➤ The wild freedom of riding through 100km of untouched land. ➤ The surreal blend of Chinese, Russian, and Mongolian cultures. ➤ The awe of a zero-light-pollution Milky Way crashing vertically to earth. This is true vastness—of land and soul!

Only on the journey through Hulunbuir will you truly understand that "the scenery is along the way" isn't just a cliché! When traveling in Hulunbuir, don't treat the journey as a chore! Most places here have no entrance fees or crowds~ Roll down your car windows—the real beauty doesn't require deliberate arrival but lies in the unexpected encounters along the road~ 🗓 Itinerary: DAY1: Hailar - Cross the Morigele River - Visit Ergun Wetland DAY2: Stroll through birch forests in Ergun - Meet reindeer in Derbur - Overnight in Moerdaoga DAY3: Explore Laoyingzui in Moerdaoga - Linjiang Village - Shiwei Card Line - Watch sunset at Wulan Mountain DAY4: Horseback riding in Heishantou - Matryoshka Square - Overnight in Manzhouli DAY5: Visit Manzhouli National Gate - Balhu Horse Dance Feast - Play in waves at Huhenuoer Lake DAY6: Visit Wolf Island at Huhenuoer - Return trip 📝 Travel tips: 1. Apply sunscreen during the day, as temperatures vary greatly between morning and evening 2. Recommended to charter a car/self-drive. Signal is weak in remote grassland areas—download offline maps in advance 3. Protect the grassland ecosystem and environment

🌿【Hulunbuir Loop】Grasslands, borderlands, and exotic vibes all in one package! Explore the northern secret in 5 days✨ Day 1📍Hailar 👉🏻 Stop saying there's nothing to do! Visit the "Hulunbuir National Museum" to see the history of grassland civilization. In the evening, be sure to try the pot tea and hand-held meat at Nomintala Milk Tea House🍖 The sunset at Genghis Khan Square is super romantic~ Day 2📍Erguna 🔥 Must-visit spots: ✔️ Morigele River "The World's First Curved River" with nine bends and eighteen turns ✔️ Cliff viewpoint (navigate to Muyun Mountain summit) for shots like the Windows desktop wallpaper ✔️ Wetland park boardwalk aerial shots are amazing! 💡 Secret tip: Visit a herder’s home in the evening to milk cows, super fun🐄 Day 3📍Shiwei 🌟 Highlights today: • Stand by the Sino-Russian border river "Erguna River" and see Russian villages with the naked eye • Stay in a Russian-style log cabin, wake up to the sound of cows in the morning🌅 • Experience making traditional Russian bread (Lieba) at the bread house Day 4📍Heishantou 🐎 Grassland carnival day: → Drive along County Road 904, grasslands on the left and border river on the right → Watch thousands of horses gallop at Hongjila Tribe Horse Ranch → Ride horses to Sunset Mountain in the evening to see the "Grassland Fire Clouds" 🌌 Stay in a Mongolian yurt at night, with the Milky Way overhead! Day 5📍Manzhouli 📸 Pretend you're abroad: ◾ Take photos at Matryoshka Doll Square with candy-colored castles ◾ Visit the National Gate Scenic Area to see the tripoint of three countries ◾ The cheese buns at Lubri Western Restaurant are amazing! ◾ The night view is even more dazzling than Shanghai Bund 💥 Exclusive experiences: ✅ Shoot arrows in Mongolian robes on the grassland ✅ Visit herders and feed lambs ✅ Take epic road shots along the border line ⚠️ Notes: • Big temperature difference between morning and night on the grassland, bring a thick jacket • Sunscreen! Sunscreen! Sunscreen! • Some road sections have weak signal, download music in advance "The wind here is free Every frame feels like stepping into the pages of 'The Right Bank of the Erguna River'" 📖 👉🏻 Save this itinerary, the grassland summer is waiting for you!

Who would've thought, folks! Before going, I thought Hulunbuir was just an endless loop of "grass + sheep." But upon arrival—this isn’t just grassland; it’s like the heavens spilled a palette of colors across the earth! 🎨 Tested and perfected over 5 days and 4 nights, this foolproof, budget-friendly, and ultra-relaxing guide is yours to steal~ 🚗【Transportation Choices? Lazy Folks, Copy This】 - Fly directly to Hailar/Manzhouli and rent a car upon arrival—totally worth it! The scenery along the way is so stunning you’ll want to jump out and take photos. Freedom to stop anytime? Yes, please! (Opt for an SUV—some roads are unpaved.) - Too tired to drive? Local drivers double as human GPS, photographers, and guides for just 100 RMB per person. Laziness officially blessed! 🏡【Where to Stay? Skip the Tourist Traps】 - Hailar: Stay downtown! Night markets and skewers are a must. Recommend the "Hexi Old District"—wake up to shepherds herding sheep through the streets, pure local vibes~ - Deep in the grasslands: Stay in a yurt at least once! But skip the touristy ones. Search for "herder-run yurts"—300+ RMB gets you one with a private bathroom. Lying on the grass under the Milky Way beats any hotel’s "starry sky room" by a mile ✨ - Manzhouli: Book a homestay near the Matryoshka Hotel! Half the price with the same night views, plus you’ll wake up to Russian greetings—feels like you’ve crossed borders! 🍢【What to Eat? Locals’ Secret Picks】 - Hand-grabbed mutton: Skip chains! Look for "herder-run eateries"—freshly slaughtered mutton boiled in plain water is divine, especially with wild leek flower dip (even non-gamey-haters will love it!). - Russian cuisine: Try "Old Russian Emigrant" in Manzhouli—borscht with rye bread. The owner, a Sino-Russian mix, will teach you proper fork-and-knife etiquette. - Hidden gem: Ask your driver to take you to a herder’s home for fresh milk. Boil it with roasted rice—it’ll ruin all milk tea shops for you! 📸【Must-Visit Photo Spots (Crowd-Free!)】 - Morigele River: Skip the observation deck! Navigate to "Jinzhanhan Tribe Back Hill"—10 minutes uphill by car for a panoramic "Nine Bends" view, sans crowds! - Hulun Lake: Head to the wild beach opposite "Xiaohekou Scenic Area"—no ticket needed, hunt for agates, and catch the sunset turning the lake gold. Every shot is wallpaper-worthy. - Birch Forest: Visit "Ergun Birch Forest." Wear a light-colored dress, walk 500m in, and let the sun filter through the leaves—instant fairy-tale vibes (mosquito spray is a MUST—they’ll carry you away!). 💡【My Laid-Back Itinerary: Rest When Tired】 Day 1: Hailar → Morigele River frolicking → Stay in a grassland yurt (afternoon grass-lazing with drifting clouds = perfection). Day 2: Cross grasslands → Ergun Wetlands (take the shuttle to the summit—skip the hike!) → Stay near birch forest. Day 3: Birch forest photos → Enhe Russian Village (rye bread soaked in milk + chats with Russian elders about their youth). Day 4: Heishantou horseback riding (2-hour trial is enough—your butt will thank you!) → Sunset at Heishantou. Day 5: Manzhouli’s Matryoshka Square → Russian feast → Homebound. ⚠️【Pitfall Alerts! Hard-Earned Lessons】 - Avoid "grassland specialties" in tourist zones! Buy beef jerky/cheese at Hailar’s wholesale market—half-price and authentic. - Don’t cheap out on horseback riding! Choose licensed ranches with gear + insurance. "50 RMB all-day rides" = no safety net. - SUNSCREEN! UV rays will peel your skin. Cloudy days? Still apply, or coworkers will think you’ve been to Africa. Final truth: Hulunbuir’s magic isn’t in any single spot—it’s in every turn: a sudden roe deer dash, a herder’s gift of milk curd, or a rainbow-chasing evening drizzle. Just go—you won’t regret it! Hulunbuir · Inner Mongolia

Morigele River Travel Guide in Hulunbuir: Discovering the Grassland Wonder of the "World's Most Meandering River" Winding through the Hulunbuir grasslands, the Morigele River was praised by writer Lao She as the "World's Most Meandering River." Like a silver ribbon, it dances across the vast green carpet, creating countless graceful curves. This guide will take you deep into the charm of this grassland paradise. Core Experiences: 1. **View the "Nine Bends and Eighteen Curves" from Above (Must-Visit!)** * **Viewpoints:** * **Muyun Mountain Summit:** The highest viewpoint offering 360° panoramic views of the meandering river (with a mountaintop café for sightseeing). * **Cliffside:** A free classic photo spot—navigate to "Xibori Aobao" and follow tire tracks uphill. * **Haolin Wenduri Viewing Platform:** Built along the river, allowing close-up views of the bends. * **Best Time:** Early morning or evening when the light is soft, casting golden hues over the river. After rain, mist often creates a fairy-tale effect. 2. **Immersive Grassland Experiences** * **Visit a Herder's Family:** Enter a Mongolian yurt, enjoy fragrant milk tea and dairy products, try milking cows or feeding lambs, and dress in traditional Mongolian robes for archery. * **Horseback Riding:** Professional ranches provide gear for galloping across the grasslands along the Morigele River. * **Grassland Camping:** Set up camp in safe areas to stargaze and listen to the wind (best in summer—bring mosquito repellent and warm clothing). 3. **Self-Drive Through the Grassland Heartland** * **Recommended Route:** Hailar → Jinzhanghan → Muyun Mountain Summit → Cliffside → Ergun City (or return). * **Tips:** * Choose an off-road vehicle or SUV, as roads can be challenging during the rainy season. * Navigate to "Xibori Aobao" to find the cliffside, and watch for viewpoint signs on the main road. * Follow grassland rules—avoid driving on vegetation. * Pack enough food and water, as supply points are scarce. 4. **Photography Tips** * **Lens Recommendations:** Wide-angle for panoramas, telephoto for capturing animals drinking by the river. * **Composition Tricks:** Use river bends, herds of livestock, yurts, or traditional carts as foreground elements. * **Weather Choices:** Sunny days for strong contrasts, cloudy days for layered skies, and post-rain for rainbows. Itinerary Suggestions: * **Half-Day Trip:** Depart from Hailar → Visit viewpoints → Herder family visit → Return (ideal for tight schedules). * **Full-Day Trip:** Hailar → Jinzhanghan → Viewpoints (Muyun, cliffside, etc.) → Grassland activities (horseback riding, herder visit) → Return (classic route). * **Multi-Day Trip:** Combine with border towns like Enhe and Shiwei to explore deeper into grasslands and forests. Transport Tips: * **Major Transport:** Fly/take a train to Hailar (Hulunbuir's central city). * **Local Transport:** * **Self-Drive:** Best for flexibility (~1-1.5 hours' drive). * **Private Car with Driver:** Includes a guide, recommended for first-time visitors (easier to find spots like the cliffside). * **Carpooling:** Budget-friendly, great for meeting travel companions. * **Group Tours:** Day trips include transport but offer less freedom. Important Notes: 1. **Protect the Grassland:** Take trash with you, avoid damaging vegetation, and travel responsibly. 2. **Sun Protection & Warmth:** High UV exposure—use sunscreen in summer; bring jackets for temperature drops. 3. **Bug Prevention:** Summer brings mosquitoes—pack repellent. 4. **Respect Culture:** Don’t step on yurt thresholds; observe local customs. 5. **Safety First:** Avoid steep slopes, don’t wander alone, and drive carefully. 6. **Peak Season Prep:** July-August is busy—book accommodations and vehicles early. Accommodation Recommendations: * **Muyun Mountain Summit Hotel:** Luxury option with river views (book in advance). * **Grassland Yurts:** Immersive nomadic experience (near Jinzhanghan). * **Hailar City Center:** More lodging and dining options, great value (recommended). * **Ergun City:** Next stop after exploring. Food Highlights: * **Hand-Grabbed Lamb:** Tender boiled mutton, minimal gaminess. * **Grilled Lamb Ribs/Leg:** Crispy outside, juicy inside—authentic grassland flavor. * **Milk Tea:** Savory and rich, served with fried rice and dairy snacks. * **Buryat Buns:** Juicy meat-filled buns, a local specialty. * **Dairy Products:** Dried milk, milk skin, cheese, etc. Best Time to Visit: * **June-September:** Lush green grasslands; July-August has the best weather (peak season). * **Mid-September to Early October:** Autumn colors paint the grasslands uniquely. The Morigele River is poetry written by the earth. Here, every step is a whisper with nature, every glance a soul-stirring masterpiece. Traverse millennia of nomadic culture, listen to the dialogue between wind and grassland, and let your heart find peace in the vastness. May your Hulunbuir adventure become a beautiful melody flowing through your memories!

✈️ 1. Budget Breakdown (10,000 RMB for two) ▪️ Airfare: 4,000 RMB (round trip via Kunming) ▪️ Accommodation: 1,800 RMB (grassland Mongolian yurt + window view room) ▪️ Car rental + tickets: 2,200 RMB (worry-free, no overcharging) ▪️ Food & drinks: 1,800 RMB (meat every meal!) ▪️ Extras: 200 RMB (for small gifts) 🌄 2. Daily Itinerary Details ✅ DAY 1: Kunming → Hailar · First Encounter with the Grassland ✈️ Flight: From various places → transfer in Kunming → Hailar (choose early flight, 💰 airfare 500-700 RMB/person one way) 🌇 What to do: Arrive in the afternoon and head straight to "Genghis Khan Square" to take golden sunset hand-in-hand photos! 🍖 What to eat: Hand-pulled lamb in city alley (💰50 RMB/person, so fresh you’ll lick your fingers) 🏠 Where to stay: Budget hotel in the city (💰200 RMB, window opens to grass slope = affordable mountain view room) ⚠️ Avoid: Don’t listen to airport tout drivers! Bus costs 10 RMB direct to city ✅ DAY 2: Jinzhanghan · Gallop Chasing the Light 🚗 Transport: Rent a car for 1 hour to Jinzhanghan (💰150 RMB/person shared, book through hotel for reliability) 🌅 Sunrise: Climb the small hill of the tribe at 6 AM! Morning mist + halo = knight movie scene (rent Mongolian robe 💰20 RMB) 🐎 Horse riding: Gallop on the grassland for 1 hour (bargain to 💰50 RMB! Over 100 RMB is a rip-off) 🌆 Sunset: Free viewing platform at Moergele River, shoot oil painting-like orange-red river 🛖 Overnight: Grassland Mongolian yurt (💰200 RMB, look up to see the Milky Way fall into your arms) ✅ DAY 3: Erguna Wetland · Fairyland Walk 💧 What to do: Walk the wetland boardwalk to watch water birds fly (tickets bought online 💰40 RMB! Buying on site is a rip-off) 📸 Photos: Take couple silhouette at sunrise viewing platform! Rent a bike for afternoon ride (💰20 RMB/hour) 🥟 What to eat: Russian rye bread with blueberry jam (💰10 RMB sweet treat), dinner juicy lamb buns (💰30 RMB/person) 🏡 Where to stay: City window view room (💰250 RMB, green mountains outside = real mountain view) ✅ DAY 4: Genhe Forest · Reindeer Fairy Tale 🦌 Must do: Feed reindeer at wetland park at 6 AM! Bring bread for kisses and cuddles (free!) 🌲 Photos: Find old tree roots in Moerdaoga Forest, shoot forest style photos with light through leaves (ticket 💰80 RMB) 🍄 Wild flavor: Roadside stall mushroom stew (💰15 RMB so fresh it makes you cry!) 🏠 Where to stay: Forest cabin (💰200 RMB, pine scent drifts into your bed) ✅ DAY 5: Enhe Township · Oil Painting Couple’s Day 🖼️ What to do: Stroll Russian-style cabins! Take backlit side face photos on village grass slope (6 AM is super fairy-like) 🥓 What to eat: Smoked sausage + kvass (💰35 RMB/person, bubbly bread aroma is intoxicating) 🏡 Where to stay: Hillside guesthouse (💰300 RMB, lie down and watch distant mountains = cost-effective mountain view) ✅ DAY 6: Manzhouli · Lake Light Exotic Love 🚪 What to do: Climb the border gate scenic area to shoot China-Russia border (ticket 💰50 RMB), afternoon rush to south shore of Hulun Lake (free!) 🌅 Sunset: 6:30 PM viewing platform! Lake water dyed orange sea for time-lapse shots 🐟 What to eat: City small restaurant full fish feast (💰40 RMB/person, tender carp) 🏝️ Where to stay: Lakeside resort (💰350 RMB, window opens to shimmering waves = lake view room) ✅ DAY 7: Return + Shop Till You Drop 🛍️ What to buy: Hailar market dried beef (💰50 RMB/jin crispy and fragrant! Don’t get ripped off at airport) ✈️ Fly back: Rent car back to Hailar (stop along the way for grassland hug photos 📸) ⚠️ 3. Hard-Core Pitfall Avoidance Guide 1️⃣ Transport pitfalls: ❌ Airport car rental deposit traps → ✅ Rent car daily average 💰150 RMB/person (hotel helps book) ❌ Horse riding crazy price 300 RMB → ✅ Bargain down to 50-80 RMB/hour 2️⃣ Accommodation tricks: ❌ Double price if booked on peak day → ✅ Book 2 weeks in advance on app (search keywords “window view/mountain view”) ❌ Old broken resort at Hulun Lake → ✅ Choose new hotel on south shore (real unobstructed lake view) 3️⃣ Food traps: ❌ Scenic area hand-pulled meat 80 RMB → ✅ Local small shop 50 RMB with bigger portions ❌ Manzhouli lakeside barbecue → ✅ Eat fish feast in city, fresh and cheap 💡 4. Photo Tips (Tested and Proven Best Spots) 📸 Backlit couple photos: Jinzhanghan sunrise hillside + Enhe township grass slope 📸 Cinematic silhouette: Erguna Wetland viewing platform bench 📸 Atmospheric sunset: Moergele River bend + Hulun Lake south shore 🎁 5. Must-Buy Souvenirs ▪️ Dried beef 💰50 RMB/jin (bargain at market!) ▪️ Handmade wool ornaments 💰30 RMB (buy at Jinzhanghan tribe) ▪️ Russian chocolate 💰15 RMB/bar (bargain half price at Manzhouli market) 👉 When the grassland wind blows, your heart naturally moves! Follow this route, 💰10,000 RMB is definitely enough for a romantic trip~ (Secretly: we actually spent only 9,500 RMB😉) Original heartfelt guide, please credit if reposted!

🌿 Summer in Hulunbuir is a poem written by wind and freedom 🌿 Here, the sky is so blue it seems to drip with water, the clouds like cotton candy within reach. When the wind blows, green waves roll to the horizon, every frame like a scene from a Miyazaki anime come to life! 💚 Trip Highlights ✔️ Deep exploration of the grassland hinterland, avoiding crowded commercialized spots ✔️ Stay in a yurt for an authentic nomadic experience ✔️ Visit the filming location of "Mojin: The Lost Legend" and snap cinematic shots 🚗 5-Day Itinerary **Day 1:** 📍 Hailar - Morigele River (1.5h drive) Recommended visit: 3 hours. This winding river is a jewel of the grassland, stunning for drone shots! Head toward Muyun Mountain for fewer crowds and breathtaking views. **Day 2:** 📍 Erguna Wetland (Asia's largest wetland) Ticket: ¥65. Best visited in the morning for ideal light. In the afternoon, head to📍Birch Forest Scenic Area (ticket: ¥60). Wear a white dress for gorgeous photos! **Day 3:** 📍 Heishantou Horse Riding Recommended: Junchi Horse Ranch (¥200/hour with safety gear). Don’t miss📍Sunset Mountain in the evening—arrive an hour early to secure a spot. **Day 4:** 📍 186 Colorful Ribbon River Grass Sliding A thrilling 1km-long slide! In the afternoon, drive along the📍Border Highway—every shot looks like a Windows wallpaper. **Day 5:** 📍 Hulun Lake - Manzhouli China’s fourth-largest freshwater lake, where you can find pretty agate stones by the shore. At night, visit📍Matryoshka Doll Square for the dazzling lights. 🍖 Must-Try Food • **Nuomin Tara Milk Tea House (Hailar):** Freshly brewed milk tea with fried rice, a local breakfast favorite. • **Luburi Western Restaurant (Manzhouli):** Authentic Russian black bread and borscht. 🚗 Transportation Tips: • Rent a private car (around ¥800/day)—many off-the-beaten-path spots aren’t suitable for self-driving. • July-August is peak season; book cars and accommodations 1 month in advance. ⚠️ Practical Tips: 1. Large temperature swings—pack a light down jacket. 2. Sunscreen! Sunglasses and hats are a must. 3. Bring candies or stationery to gift to local herders’ children. 4. Yurt stays are basic—bring your own toiletries.

Hulunbuir’s Ultimate Guide: Peony Fields + Mysterious Reindeer + The World’s Most Curved River Summer in Hulunbuir isn’t just about vast grasslands! When the Morigele River glows golden at dawn, reindeer nibble moss in the woods, and wild peonies bloom along border roads—this is the most magical way to explore the heart of the prairie! 🌸 Three Unmissable Experiences ① The World’s Most Curved River · Morigele River ✔️ Cliff Panorama (Free! Navigate near “Xibori Aobao” and follow tire tracks) ✔️ Muyun Mountain Top Café (Sip coffee while admiring the river’s twists—exclusive for hotel guests) ✔️ Sunset Drift (Paddle into golden bends at dusk—guided tours required) ② Enchanted Reindeer Forest Aoluguya Reindeer Tribe (Genhe City) ✨ Pet reindeer antlers, feed them moss 📸 ✨ Visit Ewenki hunters’ birch-bark huts ⛺ ✨ Craft your own reindeer bell (20–30 RMB) ③ Secret Wild Peony Fields 🌺 Best Bloom: Mid-to-late June (varies yearly) 🔥 Hidden Spots: → Hadatu Ranch to Erguna section (pink waves of flowers) → Border Road between Card No. 5–7 (flowers + boundary river views) → Enhe Russian Village’s back hills (horseback rides through blooms) 🗺️ 3-Day Itinerary 𝐷𝑎𝑦1: Prairie Immersion › Hailar → Morigele River cliff drone shots → Muyun Mountain afternoon tea › Horseback riding & archery → Dairy farming with locals → Stay in Erguna log cabin 𝐷𝑎𝑦2: Flowers & Reindeer › Erguna → Chase peony fields along border roads → Feed reindeer at Genhe’s Aoluguya › Bake Russian bread → Stay in forest cabin 𝐷𝑎𝑦3: Borderline Adventure › Genhe → Peony hotspots → Enhe horseback ride → Return to Hailar 📸 Photo Ops 1. Cliff telephoto shots: 200mm+ for the river’s S-curves and grazing livestock 2. Flower field run: Wear white/ethnic dresses; best light at 4 PM 3. Reindeer close-ups: Low-angle shots with antlers and forest light ⚠️ Tips ▪️ Peonies bloom for just 2 weeks! Aim for June 15–30; check local updates ▪️ Reindeer return to woods after 4 PM—visit Genhe’s park by morning ▪️ Border permits needed for some sections (bring ID for on-site processing) ▪️ Stay on paths—don’t trample flowers! 🚗 Transport ✅ Private car (ideal!): Peony spots are scattered; local drivers know best ❌ Avoid tour buses: Can’t access remote flower fields 🏡 Stays ▫️ Muyun Mountain Top: 1500+/night, wake to river views ▫️ Genhe’s “Forest Log Cabin”: 500+, private cabin with reindeer sounds ▫️ Enhe’s Vashili Manor: 400+, Russian-style cottage with flower gardens 🌟 Local Secrets “Peonies grow only on sunny south slopes—follow grazing cows to find them!” “Feed reindeer moss with a flat palm—their tongues are soft and warm.” Ditch generic grassland tours. Gallop through fragrant peonies, Share forest whispers with reindeer, Let Morigele’s curves weave The most carefree summer of your life!

Where to go in the scorching summer? These 4 summer paradises with an average temperature of 25℃ are a must! Anji Bamboo Forest, Hulunbuir Grassland, Liupanshui Cool City, Jiuzhaigou Wonderland... Fun and easy with kids, and accessible by high-speed train or plane! 👨‍👩‍👧 --- 🎋 Anji: The Backyard Garden of Jiangsu, Zhejiang, and Shanghai ▪️ **Cool Activities**: - 【Cloud Grassland】280 RMB for cliff swing + rainbow grass sledding (above 1.2m) - 【Bamboo Expo Park】80 RMB to see giant pandas + feed deer - 【Deep Blue Project】68 RMB coffee voucher with ticket, the mine pit lake is stunning 🍴 **Eat**: Lao Li’s Local Cuisine, Xiaofeng Potstickers 💡 **Tips**: 2.5h drive from Shanghai, homestays around 100 RMB per person --- 🌿 Hulunbuir: 22℃ Grassland Classroom ▪️ **Parent-Child Highlights**: - 【Morgel River】Free! Self-drive to see winding bends - 【Heishantou】100 RMB horseback riding to watch sunset (children’s ponies available) - 【Matryoshka Square】Night view like a fairy tale kingdom, kids love taking photos 🍴 **Eat**: Hand-held mutton, pot tea 💡 **Tips**: Car rental most convenient at Hailar Airport --- ❄️ Liupanshui: China’s Cool City at 19℃ ▪️ **Top Summer Escape**: - 【Wumeng Grassland】30 RMB horseback riding and kite flying, sea of clouds within reach - 【Meihuashan Cableway】118 RMB ride on the world’s longest cableway - 【Yeyuhai Mini Train】Vintage train through the forest 🍴 **Eat**: Shuicheng Griddle Pot, Lamb Noodles 💡 **Tips**: 1.5h high-speed train from Guiyang --- 💎 Jiuzhaigou, Aba Tibetan and Qiang Autonomous Prefecture: 25℃ Fairy Tale World ▪️ **Nature Classroom**: - 【Five Flower Lake】Arrive before 10 AM! Gem-blue lake under the sun - 【Shuzheng Group Lakes】Free boardwalk hiking + water play - 【Tibetan Village Experience】50 RMB to wear Tibetan robes for photos, drink butter tea 🍴 **Eat**: Yak Meat Hotpot, Highland Barley Cake 💡 **Tips**: 8h bus from Chengdu, most beautiful during July’s high water season --- 💰 Parent-Child Trip Money-Saving Tips: 1. Transport: High-speed trains directly to Anji/Liupanshui, flying to Jiuzhaigou saves time 2. Accommodation: Stay in Mongolian yurts in Hulunbuir, homestays in Liupanshui around 60 RMB per person 3. Gear: Bring sun-protective clothing for the grasslands, light jackets for Jiuzhaigou ✨ **Highlights Summary**: - Adventure seekers go to Anji + Hulunbuir - Nature lovers visit Liupanshui + Jiuzhaigou - Foodies focus on Hulunbuir + Anji 10℃ cooler than Sanya and Qingdao, costs half as much!

Dear friends, are you still worried about not knowing how to explore Hulunbuir? Don’t worry, today I’m sharing this long-cherished Hulunbuir travel guide with you, so you can easily enjoy the vast grasslands. Hurry up and save it❗ 🌄 Best Travel Time 🍃 June to August: The golden travel season, the grasslands are lush, wildflowers bloom freely, and the weather is comfortable—perfect for outdoor activities and photography. However, there are more tourists and prices are relatively higher. 🍁 May and September: Off-season, the grassland scenery is equally charming, fewer tourists, allowing for a quieter travel experience, and accommodation and transportation costs are more affordable. 🧳 Preparation Before Travel 👗 Clothing: Summer days are warm but there is a big temperature difference between day and night, so remember to bring long-sleeve jackets and long pants. For those who love taking photos, bring some brightly colored dresses for stunning shots on the grassland~ 🧴 Skincare: The grassland has strong UV rays, so sunscreen, sun-protective clothing, sun hats, and sunglasses are essential. Also bring moisturizing skincare products as the dry climate can easily dehydrate your skin. 💊 Medicine: Prepare common medicines such as cold medicine, stomach medicine, and motion sickness pills just in case. 🛒 Others: Power bank, camera, selfie stick to capture beautiful moments! ✈️ Transportation Guide 🛫 Airplane: You can fly directly to Hailar Dongshan Airport, with flights from major cities like Beijing, Shanghai, and Guangzhou. Book tickets in advance—you might snag a great deal. 🚊 Train: If you have enough time, you can first go to Harbin, then take a sleeper train to Hailar. You can sleep on the way and enjoy the scenery along the route. 🚍 Local Transport: Strongly recommend chartering a car. Local attractions are scattered and road conditions are complex. Having a driver makes it much easier and you can stop anytime for photos. 🗺 Classic 6 Days 5 Nights Itinerary 👉 Day 1: Hailar → Morigele River → Deep into the Grassland → Wetlands → Visit Russian Households → Erguna 👉 Day 2: Erguna → Birch Forest → Reindeer Park → Genbai Highway → Longshan Park → Moerdaoga 👉 Day 3: Moerdaoga → Forest Small Train → Eagle’s Beak → Border River Sunset → Linjiang/Shiwe 👉 Day 4: Linjiang/Shiwe → 9/8/7 Card → Wulan Mountain Taiji Map → Horse Riding → Heishantou 👉 Day 5: Heishantou → Visit Herders → 186 Ribbon River → National Gate/Toy Doll Square → Manzhouli Night View 👉 Day 6: Manzhouli → Windmill Road → Hulun Lake → Barhu Mongolian Tribe → Hailar 🍱 Food Recommendations 🍗 Hand-held Meat: A traditional Mongolian delicacy, tender lamb cooked and eaten by hand, original flavor, dipped in chive flower sauce and garlic paste—absolutely delicious! 🍢 Grilled Lamb Skewers: Hulunbuir’s lamb is top quality, grilled skewers are crispy outside and tender inside, with a rich aroma. ☕ Milk Tea: You must try the salty Mongolian milk tea, a rich blend of milk and tea flavors. A bowl warms you up and can be paired with milk skin or fried rice. 🍞 Rye Bread: Russian-style large bread, crispy crust and soft inside with a wheat aroma. Can be eaten directly or with jam and butter. ❗ Notes 1. There are many mosquitoes on the grassland, remember to bring mosquito repellent products like mosquito repellent bracelets and floral water. 2. UV rays are strong, take good sun protection measures—sunscreen, sunglasses, sun hats, and sun-protective clothing are all essential. 3. When horse riding, follow the coach’s instructions, pay attention to safety, and do not horse around on horseback. 4. Respect local customs, especially in Mongolian tribes. Do not touch their ritual items casually. Dear friends, pack your bags and get ready to set off for a romantic date with the vast grassland of Hulunbuir💕 Click below the note↓↓↓ to inquire about 【Hulunbuir Customized Charter】

Want to run freely on the vast grassland? Want to experience the pleasure of seeing cattle and sheep in the breeze? Then come to Hulunbuir! This guide will take you on an immersive journey through this vast prairie~ 📆 Best Travel Time 🎈 June to September is the golden travel season in Hulunbuir. During this time, the grassland is lush and green, wildflowers are everywhere, and the climate is pleasant—perfect for outdoor activities. 🧳 Preparation Before Travel 👚 Clothing: The daytime temperature in summer is relatively high, but there is a big temperature difference between day and night. Remember to bring long-sleeve jackets and long pants. For photo lovers, bring some brightly colored dresses for stunning photos on the grassland. 🧴 Skincare: The ultraviolet rays on the grassland are strong. Sunscreen, sun-protective clothing, sun hats, and sunglasses are all essential. Also bring moisturizing skincare products because the grassland climate is dry and skin can easily become dehydrated. 💊 Medicine: Prepare common medicines such as cold medicine, stomach medicine, and motion sickness medicine just in case. 📱 Others: Power bank, camera, selfie stick to capture beautiful moments! 🚥 Transportation Guide ✈️ Airplane: You can fly directly to Hailar Dongshan Airport. There are flights from major cities like Beijing, Shanghai, and Guangzhou. Booking tickets in advance can help you get many low-price tickets. 🚄 Train: If you have enough time, you can first go to Harbin, then take a sleeper train to Hailar. You can sleep on the way and enjoy the scenery along the route. 🚗 Local Transportation: Strongly recommend chartering a car. Local attractions are scattered and road conditions are complex. Having a driver makes it much easier and you can stop anytime for photos. 🗺 Classic 6 Days 5 Nights Itinerary 👉 Day 1: Hailar → Morigele River → Deep into the Grassland → Wetlands → Visit Russian Household → Erguna Follow the "World’s First Curved River" Morigele River, go deep into the grassland heartland, and experience the purest grassland scenery. Stay overnight in Erguna. 👉 Day 2: Erguna → Birch Forest → Reindeer Park → Genbai Highway → Longshan Park → Moerdaoga Wander through the dreamy birch forest, interact closely with adorable reindeer, then enjoy the beautiful scenery along Genbai Highway. 👉 Day 3: Moerdaoga → Forest Train → Eagle’s Beak → Border River Sunset → Linjiang/Shiwe Take the forest train through the primeval forest of the Greater Khingan Mountains, enjoy the sunset at the border river in the evening, and stay in Linjiang or Shiwe to experience the tranquility of the border town. 👉 Day 4: Linjiang/Shiwe → 9/8/7 Card → Wulan Mountain Taiji Diagram → Horse Riding → Heishantou Along the China-Russia border, enjoy the scenery of the grassland and border river, check in at the Taiji Diagram on Wulan Mountain, then ride horses at Heishantou to feel the vastness of the grassland. 👉 Day 5: Heishantou → Visit Herdsmen → 186 Ribbon River → National Gate/Toy Doll Square → Manzhouli Night View Experience thrilling grass skiing at 186 Ribbon River, arrive in Manzhouli in the afternoon, check in at the National Gate and Toy Doll Square, and enjoy the dazzling night view of Manzhouli. 👉 Day 6: Manzhouli → Windmill Road → Hulun Lake → Barhu Mongolian Tribe → Hailar Follow the Windmill Road to Hulun Lake and feel the charm of the "Pearl of the Grassland." Finally, visit the Barhu Mongolian Tribe to experience Mongolian folk culture and end your pleasant journey. 🍱 Food Recommendations 🥩 Hand-held Meat: Authentic grassland delicacy, freshly cooked lamb is tender and juicy, dipped in wild chive flowers, incredibly fragrant! 🍕 Russian Western Food: Don’t miss Lubuli Western Restaurant, with super long cheese pulls and authentic borscht. 🍲 Iron Pot Stewed Goose: Steaming hot iron pot stew, goose meat is tender and flavorful, paired with corn pancakes, a carb lover’s dream. 🥛 Dairy Products: Milk chew rice, blueberry yogurt, milk skin rolls—paradise for dairy lovers, bursting with milky aroma in every bite. 📢 Notes 1. Respect local customs. Do not step on the threshold when entering a Mongolian yurt. When toasting, dip your ring finger in the wine and flick it towards the sky, earth, and fire. 2. There are many mosquitoes on the grassland. Bring mosquito repellent and wear long pants and long sleeves to effectively prevent mosquito bites. 3. Follow the coach’s instructions when riding horses. Do not stand behind the horse’s rump or wave the whip randomly.

Soul liberation! Hulunbuir Grassland: The ultimate definition of freedom, vastness, and purity (with practical tips) Trip duration: 5-7 days circular route (car rental/self-driving recommended) Departure time: Mid-July (strongly recommend July-August) Per capita cost: ¥2K+ (including car rental, accommodation, tickets, meals) 【Shocking First Experience: The Indescribable Beauty Between Heaven and Earth】 When the plane lands in Hailar and you drive out of the city, the scale of heaven and earth suddenly expands! Outside the car window is an endless green carpet, seemingly reaching the horizon. The real shock begins at the "World's First Meandering River"—Morigele River! Standing at a high vantage point (such as the top of Muyun Mountain or other high points along the way), the winding river under the sunlight looks like a fairy’s ribbon embedded in the lush green grassland, dotted with cattle and sheep, the river twisting and turning. The grandeur and magnificence can only be captured one-tenth by a camera; only personal experience can truly cleanse the soul. It’s recommended to find a safe roadside parking spot, let the wind blow through your clothes, and quietly feel it! 【Activity Highlights: Immersive Grassland Fun】 1. Off-road crossing the hinterland: An experienced driver takes us off the main road, deep into the heart of the Chen Barhu Banner grassland. The wheels roll over meadows, bumping along with no tourists around, only herds of cattle and sheep, curious ground squirrels, and solitary Mongolian yurts of herders. This is the authentic grassland experience! (Note: Respect the pasture, do not trample the grassland randomly, drive only on tire tracks). 2. Horseback riding at sunset in Heishantou: The sunset in Heishantou is a must-see! Choose a camp with a formal horse ranch and herders. Riding a horse for the first time in such a vast place (mostly slow walking, safety first), the sunset dyes the entire grassland golden red, turning both rider and horse into silhouettes. It feels like only the sound of hooves on grass and the wind remain between heaven and earth. (Reservation recommended, evenings are crowded). 3. Visit the Russian ethnic towns Shivei/Enhe: Located on the China-Russia border, Shivei or Enhe is full of exotic charm. Colorful Russian-style "wooden log" houses, ubiquitous Russian bakeries (the large rye bread is incredibly fragrant!), overlooking Russian villages across the Erguna River border, and experiencing the thrill of riding a four-wheel off-road bike along the border line (observe regulations). 4. Close encounter with reindeer: At the Oroqen Reindeer Tribe (or reindeer points near Erguna), get up close with the mysterious Evenk reindeer! These gentle "forest spirits" have clear eyes and can be slowly lured closer with moss. The tundra forest backdrop and gentle deer make for dreamy photos. 5. Manzhouli’s dazzling night: The night view of Manzhouli, the "Window of East Asia," is spectacular! The huge Matryoshka doll hotel (worth seeing even if you don’t stay), Russian-style buildings everywhere, all brilliantly lit, making you feel like you’re in a foreign country. The grandeur of the border gate scenic area is also awe-inspiring (tickets are a bit expensive, optional). Highly recommend trying authentic Russian cuisine! 【Accommodation Experience: Mongolian Yurts Under the Starry Sky】 * Grassland Mongolian Yurt: Stay one night in a truly modern improved Mongolian yurt in Heishantou or Barhu tribe areas (having a private bathroom is very important!). At night, join lively bonfire parties, watch the starry sky hang low (if the weather is good, the Milky Way is clearly visible!), sing and dance around the fire, and experience the boldness of grassland people. Wake up to the calls of cattle and sheep, open the door to the boundless grassland—unforgettable! * Unique wooden log houses: Stay one night in a warm wooden log house in Shivei/Enhe, where the wood emits a natural fragrance, experiencing the quiet nights of a border town. 【Taste Memories: Big Bites of Meat, Fragrant Fresh Milk】 * Hand-pulled meat: Authentic boiled lamb ribs or mutton, dipped in chive flower sauce, tender and without any gamey taste! The feeling of biting into big chunks of meat is exhilarating. * Grilled lamb ribs/mutton skewers: Charcoal-grilled, crispy outside and tender inside, sizzling with oil—classic grassland flavor. * Pot tea: Mongolian milk tea brewed in a copper pot, with fried rice, milk skin, dried beef, etc., salty and rich, perfect for warming up. * Fresh dairy products: Homemade yogurt is rich and mellow, sprinkled with fried rice or blueberry jam is amazing! Milk skin is sweet, fragrant, and oily—don’t miss it! The milk and yogurt from street-side fresh milk shops are very pure. * Buryat buns: A Hulunbuir specialty, thin-skinned with large fillings (lamb and onion or beef and onion), juicy and fragrant! 【Practical Tips (Hard-earned Experience!)】 1. Transportation is key: Strongly recommend car rental for free travel! The grassland is vast, attractions are scattered, and signals are intermittent. Finding a reliable local driver (also a guide) who knows the roads is crucial; they can take you to secret spots unreachable by regular tourists, avoid crowds, and save effort. Self-driving requires an experienced driver and offline maps must be downloaded in advance. 2. Sun and wind protection! Large temperature difference between day and night: The grassland’s altitude is not high but UV rays are very strong! Sunglasses, sun hats, and high SPF sunscreen (SPF50+ PA++++) are essential. Even in midsummer, mornings and evenings are cool, especially at sunset and rainy days, so a windbreaker or light down jacket is a must! Hats help keep your hairstyle in place (the wind is very strong!). 3. Mosquito and insect protection: Wetlands and riversides have fierce mosquitoes! Mosquito repellent (containing DEET), mosquito hats, cooling oil, and medicated oil are very necessary, especially at dusk and after rain. 4. Cash preparation: Some scenic spots, restaurants, horseback riding, and stalls may only accept cash (especially in remote areas), so bring some small change. 5. Border permits: If your itinerary involves border areas like Shivei, Enhe, Heishantou, confirm in advance whether you need a border permit (usually the car rental driver will remind you). 6. Drone flying tips: The scenery is beautiful, but please note! Areas near the border line (such as both sides of the Erguna River) are no-fly zones! When flying in the grassland hinterland, respect herders, cattle, sheep, and privacy; keep away from crowds and sensitive facilities. Flying near the border road (checkpoint line) requires prior approval. 7. Accommodation choice: During peak season (July-August), accommodation is very tight and expensive! Book in advance! Conditions of grassland yurts vary greatly; check if there is a private bathroom, as many public bathrooms are very basic. 8. Navigation key: Navigation sometimes leads you to difficult roads (especially near checkpoint lines), and some seemingly close spots require detours. Don’t just look at distance; pay attention to routes and time estimates. Adding waypoints (such as Jinzhanghan, Erguna, Qika, Wuka, Heishantou) when setting navigation can avoid wrong routes. 9. Respect customs: When entering pastures, yurts, or ovoos, respect local customs (e.g., do not climb on ovoos, only walk clockwise around them; do not step on thresholds casually). 10. Protect the environment: The grassland ecosystem is fragile; please take your trash with you! Do not trample the grassland, only drive on roads or tire tracks. 【Spiritual Summary:】 The beauty of Hulunbuir is far more than a visual impact. When you stand on the open meadow, feeling the vastness of heaven and earth and the insignificance of humans; when you lie on the grass, watching clouds roll overhead, hearing only the wind and insects; when you ride a horse, feeling the primal rhythm even at a slow pace; when you are surrounded by silence under the stars... all anxiety and complexity seem to be blown away by the wind. This is a return to the true nature of freedom, a pure cleansing of the soul. It may lack the refinement and convenience of big cities, but the vastness and tranquility it offers will be remembered for a lifetime. Hulunbuir is worth every free-spirited heart’s journey!