I heard that the midsummer in Hohhot is super exciting, you'll know when you come

Hohhot means "Green City" in Mongolian. It got its name because it was built with green bricks and tiles on the vast green grasslands, with green mountains as its screen. This "Green City beyond the Great Wall," founded during the Longqing period of the Ming Dynasty (1572), is now the capital of the Inner Mongolia Autonomous Region. It is a city rich in heritage, where natural scenery and cultural landscapes shine together. As soon as you step into Hohhot, the folk song "Chilun River, under the Yinshan Mountains... the wind blows the grass low to reveal cattle and sheep" will linger in your mind, and the imagery will instantly fill your senses. Thus, the "Chilun River Grassland" becomes a must-visit destination. Here is my 3-day, 2-night travel guide to escape the southern heat and head to the northern "Green City"—Hohhot, with three main themes for each day: Grassland Tour, Temple Tour, and Mountain and River Tour. 🗓Itinerary D1 Chilun River Grassland—Naobao Village D2 Dazhao Temple—Wuta Temple—Great Mosque D3 Laoniuwan, the First Bend of the Yellow River 🌟Highlights: Chilun River Grassland is not far from the city but quite large. You can take a bus to get there. The grassland's popular spots include a giant stone with "Chilun River Grassland" written in red Mongolian and Chinese characters, yurts (including gold, silver, and copper yurts), wooden walkways, watchtowers, deadwood, the popular "Mongolian Grass" characters, and red and blue cement plastic walkways, all of which make for great photo opportunities, especially against the backdrop of blue skies, white clouds, and green grass. It is recommended to rent a tricycle (30-40 yuan/hour) to tour for 2-3 hours. 📍Detailed address: 400 meters northeast of Sun Plaza, Hohhot East Street, Xincheng District. 💰Ticket: Free. 🚉Transportation: City buses 103/129 can reach there. Naobao Village is close to Chilun River Grassland. Naobao Village has transformed from an old appearance to a new look and has become a model village for new rural construction after 10 years of development. The village's popular Ferris wheel is eye-catching (👍a must-visit). The village is clean and hygienic, with a village history museum ( a must-visit) to visit; there are vacation villas and a food city. It is recommended to visit Naobao Village for 2 hours. 📍Detailed address: Xincheng District, Hohhot, Inner Mongolia Autonomous Region. 💰Ticket: Free. 🕙Opening hours: Open all day. 🚉Transportation: Take bus 103 from the entrance of Chilun River Grassland for two stops to reach, seamlessly connecting. Dazhao Temple is the earliest Lamaist temple built in Hohhot, founded during the Wanli period of the Ming Dynasty. It has a rich collection of treasures. The Silver Buddha (a 2.55-meter-high silver statue of Shakyamuni in the Buddha Hall), dragon carvings, and murals are the temple's "three wonders" ( a must-visit). It is said that Emperor Kangxi once stayed there. The temple is located in a bustling area of the city, with convenient transportation and many tourists, especially lively at night. The temple's architecture, such as Wuliang Temple (the only Lama temple with a combination of Han and Tibetan styles, also known as the Silver Buddha Temple), the mountain gate, red walls, Shakyamuni Eight Pagodas, and Yiquan Well, are all popular photo spots and must-visit places (👍a must-visit). It is recommended to visit for 2.5 hours. 📍Detailed address: Dazhao Front Street, Changhe Lane, Yuquan District, Hohhot. 💰Ticket: 35 yuan/adult. 🕙Opening hours: 9:00-18:00 🚉Transportation: Many city buses such as 302/3/6 can reach nearby. Wuta Temple was built during the Yongzheng period of the Qing Dynasty, originally named the Vajra Throne Stupa, named after the five square-shaped stupas on the stupa base. The lower layer of the stupa has inscriptions in three languages (Mongolian, Tibetan, and Sanskrit) of the Vajra Sutra, and the upper layer has tens of thousands of gilded small Buddhas. 👍Must-visit: The panoramic view of the five towering stupas; the Mongolian astronomical map stone carving near the north wall; the intricate carvings (Buddha statues, Bodhi trees, etc.) covering the stupa. The Wuta Temple in the afternoon, although not far from the bustling area, can be quietly secluded. The temple is clean and tidy, a great place to relax. It is recommended to visit for 1 hour. 📍Detailed address: No. 48, Wuta Temple Back Street, Yuquan District. 💰Ticket: Free. 🕙Opening hours: 9:00-17:00. 🚉Transportation: About 1.3 kilometers from Wuzhao Temple, a 15-minute walk. The Great Mosque was built during the Kangxi period of the Qing Dynasty and is an independent three-entry courtyard, the oldest and largest mosque in Hohhot. 👍Must-visit: The main gate and plaque, the prayer hall (including the main entrance small terrace, arch, outer wall, hall roof), the Moon Tower (a five-story hexagonal tower), brick carvings and paintings (such as the Mecca "Kaaba" house map) and Islamic-style floral and grid patterns, corridors, stone tablets, etc. 📍Detailed address: No. 28, Tongdao South Street, Huimin District, Hohhot. 🕙Opening hours: 9:00-17:00 💰Ticket: Free. 🚉Transportation: From Wuta Temple, you can take bus 50/81 or walk to the Great Mosque (about 1.5 kilometers). It is recommended to take a taxi or walk. Laoniuwan in Inner Mongolia's Qingshui River is located in the Yellow River Grand Canyon area of Shanxi, Shaanxi, and Inner Mongolia, known as the "First Bend of the Yellow River in the World" among the "Nine Bends of the Yellow River." There, you can immerse yourself in the charm of the Yellow River entering Shanxi, the only place where the Great Wall and the Yellow River "shake hands." 👍Must-visit: Shenniu Square—Laoniuwan Fort—Niutou Bay—Taiji Bay—Hundred Mile Canyon and vast waves—Great Wall, etc. 📍Detailed address: Laoniuwan National Geopark, Qingshuihe County, Hohhot 🕙Opening hours: 8:30-21:00 💰Ticket: 40 yuan/adult. 🚉Transportation: It is recommended to charter a car or carpool (about 160 kilometers from Hohhot city). It is recommended to leave a day for the trip, as the journey takes a long time (more than 5 hours round trip), and the scenic area is recommended to visit for 2-2.5 hours. 📝Other tips: About clothing: Respect ethnic customs when entering temples. For example, do not wear skirts above the knees, especially miniskirts, backless tops, etc. In addition, it is necessary to do a good job of sun protection. About dining: First, the food city in Naobao Village. The environment is good, with a variety of options and high cost performance. For example, lunch on D1. Second, "Gerile Ama" and its chain stores. The milk tea set is super affordable and delicious, and the "Three Carriages" is also a must-order. Third, the food city near Dazhao Temple Square, lamb offal is a must-order. Fourth, the popular "Saishang Old Street," which is best for supper and night market. About accommodation: If time is limited, it is recommended to choose a hotel in the city, especially near bus stops and subway entrances, for convenience. If time is sufficient, you can arrange to stay one night each in Naobao Village and Laoniuwan, which is also very suitable for a water vacation with children. 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