2025 Xinghe Travel Guide: Must-see attractions, popular food, hotels, transportation routes (updated in February)

In the winter of Inner Mongolia, Laolihai is like a dazzling pearl, exuding a cold and charming charm. The cold wind blows, and a thick layer of ice forms on the lake, shimmering in the sunlight. The ice surface is as smooth as a mirror, reflecting the white clouds in the sky, like a natural painting. The trees by the lake shiver in the cold wind, with crystal-clear icicles hanging from the branches, shining like crystals. Walking along the lakeshore, the snow underfoot makes a "creaking" sound, as if telling the story of winter. The rolling mountains in the distance are covered with snow, contrasting with the blue sky, forming a beautiful winter picture. In this icy world, many people are enjoying the fun of winter. Some people are skating and playing on the ice, while others are building snowmen and having snowball fights in the snow. The laughter of children echoes in the cold air, adding a touch of vitality to this cold land. The winter Laolihai is not only a beautiful natural landscape but also a poetic place. When the sun sets, the sky gradually turns orange-red, and the entire lake is bathed in warm light. At this time, Laolihai is like a gentle girl, quietly telling her story. In the cold winter, Laolihai shows its unique charm. It is not only a gift from nature but also a comfort to people's hearts. Let's walk into this winter world together, feel its beauty and tranquility, and witness the "her" in winter. Laolihai

1. Weather The three days in Hohhot were all sunny, and the daytime temperature was basically in the range of -7 to -13. Maybe it was because of the sunny weather, or maybe it was because of the enthusiasm for traveling, but I didn’t feel very cold when I encountered sub-zero temperatures for the first time. It felt more like the early morning temperature of frost in the south. 2⃣ About clothing I have never been to the north, and I was afraid of freezing to death, so I bought a lot of warm equipment. But during the few days I spent in Hohhot, I basically wore a wool vest + thermal underwear + sweater + coat on the upper body, and tights + big cotton pants on the lower body. If I played in the snow, I would wear a scarf, earmuffs, hat and gloves. I kept my down jacket with me because I was afraid of being cold, thinking I would put it on after taking the photos, but I never had the chance to wear it. (I didn’t use the foot warmer I bought…) (I had so much fun playing in the snow that I even lay in a snowdrift wearing only a sweater) 3⃣About itinerary Day 1: Left the airport at around 8:00, had some ice-cooked lamb and went back to the hotel to rest Day 2: Train to Ulanqab. After exiting the station, we chartered a car to go to Laolihai (about an hour’s drive). Then we set out from Laolihai to Ulanhada Volcano (about two and a half hours’ drive). Finally, we went from the volcano to Ulanqab Station. We took the train back to downtown Hohhot. We had Sanjiangyuan grilled fish for dinner (delicious and loved it). Day 3: I slept until noon and had Su Yuan Spicy Hot Pot. We chartered a car to go to Hongshi Cliff at around 1 a.m., because the guide said that the beauty of Hongshi Cliff lies in the scenery along the way. We finally stopped at the sign of [Inner Mongolia’s own Altay] and did not go into the scenic area (I don’t know what the inside of the scenic area is like, but the scenery on the way is really beautiful! The snow is enough for southerners to play with) 4⃣About photography equipment I brought Fuji xt30, DJI, and Canon g11. In conclusion, DJI restored 90% of the scenery I saw! I think wearing red/yellow/blue/purple clothes for taking photos will look better (the richer the colors, the better. Plush earmuffs are a must! Very photogenic) If you don’t want to bring too many clothes, you can bring a few scarves and hats to have more looks🤔 5. About drugs I felt dizzy and nauseous after dinner, so I took Huoxiang Zhengqi Pills and Compound Aminoacetamine Tablets. I felt much better the next day (especially energetic when taking photos). I also had severe red bloodshot eyes from wearing cosmetic contact lenses for too long, so I took Bausch and Lomb's Nai (it has a grass radical, but my input method can't type it) and Minvi Eye Drops (a magical drug, my eyes became brighter after using them and they were no longer red!) ⚠If you feel unwell, you should still see a doctor. I only describe my physical condition and symptoms and what medicine I took.

Laolihai Ranch, Ulanqab, Inner Mongolia At Laolihai Ranch, you can experience the most authentic Mongolian customs 🎪. Stay in a traditional yurt, enjoy delicious roast whole lamb and hand-held meat, drink fragrant milk tea, and feel the hospitality of the Mongolian people 🤝. At night, lie on the grassland and look up at the starry sky. The bright stars are like gems inlaid on the sky, shining with mysterious light ✨, making you feel like you are in a fairy tale world. Food recommendations: Roast whole lamb: One of the specialties of the Ulanqab grassland, it is delicious. Hand-held meat: Cut the lamb into large pieces and eat it with your hands. It is very delicious. Milk tea: A traditional Mongolian drink with a rich taste. Cheese: Ulanqab grassland cheese is very famous and has a delicate taste.

⛰【Attraction Guide】 In the forest, pine and birch forests are densely packed, and the rolling hills are covered in green. Standing on the top of the mountain, the view is infinitely broad, as if you are integrated with the mountains, and your mind is completely relaxed. In autumn, the leaves gradually turn golden yellow and orange-red, and the fallen leaves flutter in the wind, making it a visual feast. Come to Sumushan Forest Park and experience the fairy tale world in autumn! ❤Reason for recommendation: Binglinggou: "Born with jade and crystal face, living here in a quiet place with green pines." Entering the beautiful icy world in midsummer - Binglinggou Scenic Area will make you linger and forget to leave. Huangshi Cliff: "Xinghefeng Town is divided into a mountain, and Huangshi Cliff towers into the clouds." Huangshiya is the highest point of Sumu Mountain and the highest point of the entire Ulanqab City, with an altitude of 2,334.7 meters. It is known as the "Everest" of Ulanqab. There is a saying here, "If you don't visit the Great Wall in Beijing, you are not a true man, and if you don't climb the Yellowstone Cliff in Inner Mongolia, it is a pity." Looking up, you can see the mountains as far as the eye can see, and you can see all the small mountains at a glance. Couple Stone: "Thousand-year-old lovers have been in love in the world of mortals, and their unswerving loyalty has left them with a good reputation." On the cliffs of Sumu Mountain, there are two huge rocks hugging each other like a couple. They still stand between heaven and earth despite being washed away by wind and rain for thousands of years. Couples take photos together here to witness the steadfastness and greatness of love, which means that love will last forever. Golden Wooden Plank Road: On the vast and lush slopes of Sumu Mountain, the winding golden wooden plank road winds up the mountain, like a long golden dragon soaring around the pine forest. 📍Detailed address: Ulanqab Sumu Mountain Forest Park 🚗Transportation guide: High-speed rail: Beijing Qinghe Station-Xinghe North Station, 1 hour and 46 minutes, 117 yuan, take a taxi or rent a car to the station Self-driving: It takes about 3.5 hours from Beijing. It is recommended to drive there. The facilities there are average, the trams are friendly and rechargeable. 💰Ticket price: The combined ticket is 99 yuan, including admission and ferry tickets

3 hours from Beijing to the Mirror of the Sky - Ulanqab's Laolihai This is my second time visiting Ulanqab's Laolihai, and each time I come, I am surprised by something new! Last time, I saw the sunset, and this time, I was lucky enough to visit on a sunny, windless day. The pure blue sky reflected on the lake's surface is as beautiful as a mirror of the sky. I don't know how to describe it in words, so I hope these photos can help you feel the beauty. You don't need any special tips to visit here. If you're driving, just navigate to "Wushengqidi, Benhong Village, Eerdong Town, Xinghe County, Ulanqab City, Inner Mongolia." If you're departing from Beijing, the drive takes about 3 hours, and there are charging stations at the destination, which is very convenient for electric cars. If you're taking public transportation, you can depart from Qinghe Station, take the high-speed train for about an hour to Xinghe North Station, and then take a taxi. It's free to visit! It's also about an hour's drive from the volcano, and the road is easy to drive. Visiting these two attractions in two days is a fulfilling trip. 😉

Traveling in Ulanqab? You must read this post. The scenery here is better than any other tourist attraction. You will pass through a village and see herdsmen grazing cattle🐂. You will also see a large lake. It's rare to see both grasslands and lakes in Inner Mongolia🏞️. There is a lonely church⛪️ across the lake. The church is not yet fully built. There are very few visitors. It's really fun and photogenic. It's like we've discovered a "secret garden". 🚗 It's a 4-hour drive from Beijing. It's an hour's drive from Ulanqab. It's a 2.5-hour drive from Hohhot (except for off-road vehicles, small cars can also come here, but the road is a bit difficult to drive). 📍"Laoli Sea"

This summer, Beijing is too hot, so I can only take a step west to Ulanqab to cool down for a few days! After driving for more than three hours, the first stop is 'BornOfTheLand·StayAsIfHome' located in Xinghe County, Ulanqab. This is a guesthouse situated on the grassland, beside Laoli Lake. The surrounding area is a natural grassland pasture, with herds of cattle and sheep, lush water and grass, few people, and it is quiet and niche. The guesthouse has a unique architectural design, with white walls and slanted eaves of varying heights, freely scattered on the grassland by Laoli Lake. The guesthouse also has the Anzhi and Sheep Camping Ground, which includes a café and a restaurant. Coming here allows you to escape the hustle and bustle of the city, get close to nature, and feel the vastness of the open land.

Living in the city, with people coming and going Why not visit the ecological ranch and make friends with the lambs? 🐏 Prepare a bag of fresh grass and vegetable leaves On a certain morning or afternoon, you might encounter a flock of sheep grazing The free and lively lambs raised by the herdsmen are spirited elves From afar, they will size you up with curious eyes Approaching directly might scare them away 🐏 Approach slowly, offer the grass, and feel the goodwill between you When the lambs take the initiative to come forward, sniff, and nibble on the grass in your hand Friendship and trust are quietly established At this moment, touch the lambs, and they might even nuzzle the corner of your clothes or lick the back of your hand Sharing with you the secrets of nature 🐏 Come and play with the lambs Spend an unforgettable leisurely and poetic time

Come to the grasslands and join the herders' life, become a happy shepherd boy. Having dreamt of herding sheep a thousand times, it's nothing compared to experiencing the real natural pasture! . 🏠 Visit the herders Follow the shepherd to herd Hold the herding whip, become the temporary guardian of this grassland . ⛅ Little Observer The breeze gently blows, the sheep leisurely graze beside In the distance, likewise dotted with flowing flocks of sheep Observing their every move, whether foraging or playing, is also an interesting process . 🐏 Enter the world of lambs Lambs always love to tilt their heads, curiously looking around Prepare fresh vegetable leaves, slowly approach Or use corn feed, sprinkle it where you want them to go Strive to become a good friend of the lambs~ . 🌱 Sunset Return Home When the sunset glow spreads across the grassland Hum a little tune, the sheep slowly line up to go home The herding experience ends, but the shepherd's daily life continues And sit around the campfire, listen to their stories with the grassland . ⚠️ Sheep Herding Tips 1⃣️ Communicate with the herders in advance, whether you can get close to the lambs 2⃣️ Do not make loud noises when herding, to avoid scaring the flock 3⃣️ The flock will actively seek grass, which may require some physical strength, shuttling through the grasslands .

| The joy of this moment is given by kayaking. Take your paddleboard and play in the water, feel the lively summer. Come to the camping site, from afar, the Lao Li sea is a charming blue, perfectly blending with the grassland and the sky. Try kayaking on the tranquil lake surface, and become a sporadic embellishment in this painting. 🚣‍♀️ Sitting on the kayak, the moment you are pushed down is the start of happiness. With the rotation of your body, the paddle blades cut through the water, feeling the impact and power of the current. Rowing the paddle, chasing the wind, passion and romance coexist. 🚣‍♀️ Even if you can't row anymore, you can just lie back and drift with the waves. Let the breeze caress your face, and your worries will also dissipate with it. 🚣‍♀️ In the evening, camp by the lake, with the bonfire reflecting the sunset. The kayak is docked at the shore, telling of the day's adventures. Come outdoors to enjoy freedom, and please also release your energy and courage to the fullest. .

Some people like the sea in winter, but I prefer the silent winter grassland. I was healed by the boundless wilderness from my confusion. Nearby are the grassland ice river, standalone homestays, flocks of sheep, and shepherds. In the distance are snow-capped mountains and forests, like an entire fairy tale world draped in silver. On the desolate and barren wilderness in winter, there are independent cabins, perfect for daydreaming, sitting quietly, flipping through books, and walking on the ice. The sunset reflecting on the snow is overwhelmingly beautiful but so brief. However, after the sunset, the wind starts to pick up. At night, I saw the fireworks set off by the guests next door and the stars. At 7:40 in the morning, through the huge floor-to-ceiling windows, you can lie in bed and watch the sunrise. From pale pink to a touch of orange, there's a sense of calm happiness. The room has underfloor heating, air conditioning, and a fireplace. The room rate includes a main meal, and you can enjoy a steaming hot pot. The local beef and mutton are also too delicious. It's over 300 kilometers from Beijing, a three and a half hour drive. We left at 9 am on Saturday morning and arrived in Xinghe County, Inner Mongolia, at around 12 pm. It takes about 20 minutes from Xinghe County to Wushengqidi Homestay. The scenery along this drive is super beautiful; you can see the grasslands and cattle and sheep covered in white snow, and the self-driving experience is great. Transportation: 1. Self-driving to the destination is flexible in time, without the need to change modes of transport, and there's no worry about having too much luggage. It turns out to be more convenient than taking the high-speed train back and forth, so we drove. 2. Take the subway or a taxi to Qinghe, then take the high-speed train for 2 hours from Qinghe Station to Xinghe North, and after arriving in Xinghe, Inner Mongolia, take a half-hour taxi ride to the homestay. If you just want to clear your mind and enjoy the freedom of the winter grassland, 2 days and 1 night are enough. If you have more time, you can also visit the Wulanchabu Volcanic Geopark (free winter tickets!)

My friends circle has been bombarded with questions, they all think I'm not on Earth Homestay|Anzhe Ruosu·Born from its place Address|Benhong Village, Eerdun Town, Xinghe County, Ulanqab, Inner Mongolia |Location The homestay is located in Benhong Village, Xinghe County, Ulanqab It is a natural grassland pasture, near the Laoli Sea Lake, where there are herds of cattle and sheep, lush water and grass, and companionship with nature. There are abundant wetlands around, few people, small crowds, and quiet Design The architectural form does not dwell on traditional homestay thinking design, it has abandoned the traditional Mongolian yurt style But it retains the sense of belonging to the 'home' of the grassland people, respects the natural original system and the human day and night operation, and maintains a sustainable coexistence state The exterior of the building is white walls and slanted eaves, scattered freely on the Laoli Sea grassland Guest room The homestay has a total of 28 guest rooms The form of the guest room is composed of continuous facades, eliminating the traditional space facing all sides. Each space is connected and condensed together, allowing the space scene to be interlocked in the path 360° view, looking up is the greenery extending in from the window Let the scenery crash in, the lush green grass shines with each other, lying on the bed watching the cattle and sheep become a group, it is very comfortable... |Public area The Anzhe and Sheep Campsite under its banner is like a house growing out of the ground Inside there are Chinese restaurants, Western restaurants, coffee shops, which are separated from traditional homestays and operate independently based on the rich local food culture Especially invited the Wild Mountain Table, inspired by the local climate and soil, innovatively integrated local specialty ingredients, black truffle baked lake fish, grilled lamb shank Zuozishan smoked chicken, grassland wind and Yunnan mountain treasures The fusion of Chinese and Western cooking methods is naturally formed Created a unique dining and visual experience, in your leisure time, you can also experience chopping wood, feeding horses Stargazing, boating, enjoy this leisurely travel holiday

🎬The winter grassland is really desolate, lonely and free. The opening of the 24 years has been spent here for a very happy 3 days. The first thing to do every day is to pull the large floor-to-ceiling curtains in the room, enjoying the vast grassland outside the window, the warm winter sun, and the leisurely cattle and sheep❄️❄️ 🎬Here we completely forget the time and enjoy the beauty given by nature🌞🌞 🎬The single-family house, the comfortable and spacious room, the sufficient floor heating, the Marshall sound system equipped in the room plays the favorite songs, after the night falls, light the fireplace, the whole room is warm, make a cup of hot tea or hot red wine, sit comfortably at the door and look up at the starry sky🌃🌃 🎬The meals of the homestay far exceeded my expectations. The breakfast is nutritionally balanced and it is very comfortable after eating. The main meal has hot pot and creative dishes. The portion is very large. Two girls can't finish it at all. The beef and mutton are too delicious! Not at all mutton, very tender! 🎬Transportation: 🚄High-speed rail: Depart from Beijing by high-speed rail to Xinghe North Station, and take a taxi to Wusheng Qidi for about 30 minutes after leaving the station 🚗Self-driving: Depart from Beijing by self-driving, about 4 hours by car

The national key forest protection area Sumushan Forest Park is located in Xinghe County, Ulanqab City, Inner Mongolia Autonomous Region, dominating the junction of Shanxi, Hebei and Inner Mongolia, backed by the northern grassland, overlooking the land of Yan and Zhao. Sumushan, in Mongolian means 'Arrow Mountain', historically also known as Yanmen Mountain, Panyang Mountain, is the place where the Tuoba Xianbei thrived. The forest coverage rate is 78%, the average altitude of Sumushan is more than 2000 meters, the plant resources are rich, it is a natural plant kingdom and a treasure house of Chinese herbal medicine. Autumn is the most beautiful season of Sumushan, the vast forest, the vast sea of clouds, the dyed forest, the misty fog, 75,000 acres of deciduous pine, camphor pine and birch forest are dotted with deep and shallow orange red and golden yellow mountains, like a colorful oil painting. 'Health Paradise' Sumushan has a negative oxygen ion of more than 3800 per cubic meter, 40 minutes by high-speed rail from Beijing, 2 hours by self-driving, every autumn attracts photographers and mountaineering enthusiasts from all over the country, it is a super awesome autumn travel card spot. The ninth day of the lunar September is the Chongyang Festival, there is a custom of climbing to enjoy the autumn in the folk, so the Chongyang Festival is also called 'Climbing Festival', every Chongyang, there are many local people and tourists to Sumushan mountain climbing, welcoming winter and blessing, praying for peace and watching the dyed forest, falling leaves flying.

Sumushan Forest Park is located in Xinghe County, Inner Mongolia. The forest area has an average elevation of over 2,000 meters and is the highest point in the territory of Wulanchabu City. For the Wulanchabu citizens, Sumushan is equivalent to Xiangshan in Beijing. In the autumn, the leaves on the mountain began to turn yellow, squatting in the coniferous forest, and the top of the forest at the highest point overlooking the forest and the village under the mountain, it is a stunning world. The scenery while walking is very attractive. From the birch forest to the deciduous coniferous forest, strolling along the path of the alpine forest, the needles of the larch fall on the thick white snow; the breeze blows, The thin snow on the coniferous forest fell in the backlight, and the fragrance of the pines drifted. Although I can't climb the top, it is rare to meet such a beautiful snow scene.