Chifeng is really not recommended in August, I only like to speak frankly

🌄 Must-visit attractions in Chifeng** **1. Natural Wonders** - **【Keshiketeng Stone Forest】** (formerly Ashatu Stone Forest) 📍Location: Northeast of Keshiketeng Banner 🌟Feature: Granite stone forest formed by glacial relics, perfect for sci-fi style photos 🕒Recommended visit time: 3-4 hours (ticket 160 RMB including sightseeing bus) - **【Ulan Butong Grassland】** 📍Location: Southwest of Keshiketeng Banner 🌟Must experience: Horse riding across the grassland / off-road driving at Princess Lake / watch sunset at film base (filming location of "My Fair Princess"). 🎫Ticket: 120 RMB (valid for three days) - **【Yulong Sand Lake】** 📍Location: Ongniud Banner 🌟Activities: Desert off-roading + camel riding + Hongshan culture site 🏜️Feature: Sand and lake complement each other, golden desert at dusk is stunning **2. Cultural Heritage Sites** - **【Liao Shangjing Ruins】** 📍Location: Balin Left Banner 🌟Highlight: First capital of the Khitan dynasty, must-see ruins museum 🏺Tip: Combine with a visit to Zhenji Temple (Liao dynasty grottoes) - **【Prince Kharachin Mansion】** 📍Location: Kharachin Banner 🌟Feature: The most complete Qing dynasty prince mansion in Inner Mongolia, filming location of "Kangxi Dynasty" --- **🍖 Must-try foods in Chifeng** **1. Three Treasures of Mongolian Cuisine** - **【Shouba Meat】** 🔥Recommended restaurant: Muma Ren Mongolian Restaurant (Chifeng city) 💡How to eat: Dip in chive flower sauce + garlic chili sauce, paired with milk tea to cut greasiness - **【Duijia】** (Chifeng hamburger) 🥩Must eat: Chengnan Duijia Shop (century-old shop, crispy crust with smoked meat) - **【Guocha】** 🧂Feature: Salty milk tea cooked with fried rice, milk skin, and beef jerky **2. Specialty Snacks** - **【Aohan Bo Noodles】**: Buckwheat noodles with minced lamb - **【Air-dried Beef】**: Recommended brand "Grassland Darhan" - **【Hada Cake】**: Crispy, sweet, and fragrant Mongolian tea snack --- **🏨 Accommodation Recommendations** **1. Grassland Stays** - **【Ulan Butong Grassland Mongolian Yurt】** 🌌Recommended: Starry sky yurts near General Pool (summer offers Milky Way viewing) 💰Price: 300-600 RMB/night (including breakfast) - **【Reshuitang Hot Spring Hotel】** ♨️Feature: Geothermal hot springs in Keshiketeng Banner, recommended "Sunshine Hot Spring Hotel" **2. City Stays** - **【Chifeng Wanda Realm Hotel】** 📍Location: New district, near museum 🌟Advantage: Five-star facilities, Mongolian style decoration - **【Hanting Hotel (Chifeng Railway Station Branch)】** 💰Cost-effective: 200 RMB/night, convenient transportation --- **🚗 Classic Itinerary Planning** **【3-day Highlights Tour】** - **Day 1**: Chifeng city → Liao Shangjing Ruins → Reshuitang hot spring soak - **Day 2**: Keshiketeng Stone Forest → Dalinor Lake (bird watching) - **Day 3**: Horse riding at Ulan Butong Grassland → Princess Lake sunset **【5-day In-depth Tour】** Add Yulong Sand Lake desert experience + Prince Kharachin Mansion --- **📌 Practical Tips** 1. **Transportation**: - Beijing → Chifeng high-speed train 2.5 hours - Grassland attractions recommend chartering a car (about 500 RMB/day) 2. **Season**: - Best: July-August (grassland green season) - Late September: beautiful autumn scenery but large temperature difference 3. **Essentials**: - Sunscreen + sunglasses (strong UV on grassland) - Windbreaker (day-night temperature difference over 15℃) 4. **Avoid Pitfalls**: - Be cautious buying "wild mushrooms" in scenic areas - Negotiate horse riding price in advance (about 100-200 RMB/hour) --- This guide covers the most worthwhile grasslands, deserts, stone forests, and Liao culture in Chifeng, paired with authentic Mongolian cuisine and unique accommodations, ensuring your Inner Mongolia trip leaves no regrets! If you need detailed tips for any attraction, just let me know~ 🐎✨