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

One-day itinerary: Erlian Railway Station - National Gate - Swan Lake - National Geological Park - Erlianhaote Museum (also known as Dinosaur Museum) - Sunset This is a complete memorial to the year I spent in this small border town in my motherland. I arrived in Erlian by train at 6:49 on the second day of the lunar new year. I walked around and didn't find any suitable hotels that were open. So I headed towards the National Gate, but I walked more than 3 kilometers and the gate didn't open until the third day of the lunar new year. I then walked 10 kilometers to the Geological Park. I hailed two cars and took a leisurely stroll around Swan Lake. A J-car on duty stopped and took me to the Geological Park, which was closed. In the afternoon, I also went to the Erlianhaote Museum, which was closed. I walked around the sparsely populated Olympic Park and enjoyed ice skating. As for dining, most restaurants were closed. Thank you, Lanzhou Beef Noodles, for solving my hunger. As for the night view, it's really not as good as Alshan or Manzhouli.

Erlian is a border town in China, adjacent to Mongolia, and a stop on the Trans-Siberian Railway from Beijing to Moscow. We visited this town not by taking the long train route, but by coming to the Chinese border to cross into Mongolia and then taking a train from the border to Ulaanbaatar. There aren't many tourist attractions in this town, but a quick Google search led us to the Dinosaur Museum, where we decided to visit. The museum exhibits fossils discovered in the area. Getting there: It's about 3-4 km from the city center, and you can take a taxi for 50 baht.

Filming Location of "Goodbye Lover 4": Ulanqab Only a weekend is needed for a trip from Beijing, with Danxia landforms, volcanoes, and grasslands . Ulanqab 2-Day Itinerary: - 𝐃𝐚𝐲𝟏: Ulanqab - Huitengxile Grassland - Siziwang Banner - Dahong Mountain - Erenhot On the first day, you can visit the grassland, take the national highway to enjoy the scenery, refuel at Siziwang Banner, and head to Dahong Mountain to watch the sunset. You will pass through an uninhabited area with no signal, so remember to download offline maps in advance. . 𝐃𝐚𝐲𝟐: Erenhot Port - Wulanhada Volcano Geopark - Ulanqab - Return On the second day, you can visit the port and volcano, and take the highway. . 🚩Dahong Mountain The continuous mountain range resembles the veins of a maple leaf, referred to as the "veins of the heart" in the show. It's truly breathtaking! If you have a drone, be sure to bring it! If possible, you can also stargaze and see the Milky Way. . 🚩Wulanhada Volcano Geopark The volcano area is a one-way road, in the order of 8-7-6-5-4-3. Volcano No. 6 is a distinctive black volcano. Volcano No. 5 offers panoramic views from the road. Volcano No. 3 is half green and half black. Volcanoes No. 7 and 8 are good for collecting agate. . 🚩Huitengxile Grassland Windmills, uninhabited grasslands, and herds of cattle and sheep, the scenery is truly healing! -

Erenhot City, a county-level city under the jurisdiction of Xilin Gol League, Inner Mongolia Autonomous Region, is a separately planned city of Inner Mongolia Autonomous Region, located in the central and northern part of Inner Mongolia Autonomous Region, in the northwest of Xilin Gol League, situated in the Eren Basin on the Inner Mongolia Plateau, with a temperate continental monsoon climate. It borders the Mongolian port city of Zamyn-Uud to the north, serving as the largest land port of entry to Mongolia from China, and is adjacent to 2 banners, covering a total area of 4,015.1 square kilometers.

🚗🚗🚗Travel Itinerary: Day1: Baita International Airport → Wulan Hada Volcano Geological Park → Alien Esports Hotel Day2: Dahong Mountain → Erenhot National Gate Scenic Area → Jinyi Preferred Hotel (Hohhot Juhai City Store) Day3: Longtouguai → Chelchuan Grassland → Jinyi Preferred Hotel (Hohhot Juhai City Store) Day4: Hongshiyac National Ecological Park → Huitengxile Huanghuagou Grassland Tourism Area → Youmi Family·Amy's Camping Town → Baita International Airport

[RoundNails]Location: The "Land of Dinosaurs" on the China-Mongolia Border Erenhot Geopark is located in Erenhot City, Xilin Gol League, Inner Mongolia Autonomous Region, adjacent to the border between China and Mongolia. It is an important land port city in northern China. Known as the "Land of Dinosaurs" due to its rich dinosaur fossil resources, the geopark covers approximately 70 square kilometers. The core area showcases spectacular dinosaur fossil burial layers, uniquely shaped rock formations, and distinctive desert landscapes. The "Dinosaur Site Museum" and "Yilin Post Station Ruins" are two highlights of the park - the former displays complete dinosaur skeleton fossils, while the latter bears witness to the commercial history of the ancient Silk Road. [TrafficLightVertical]Transportation: Multiple Ways to Reach the Border City Self-driving: Drive north along the G55 Erguan Expressway. The distance from Hohhot to Erenhot is about 460 km, with grassland and Gobi Desert scenery along the way. Local transportation: The geopark is only 3 km from the city center. Taking a taxi or riding a shared electric bike is recommended for convenient and quick access. [Drops]Weather: Dry Continental Climate with Four Distinct Seasons Erenhot has a temperate continental climate with large temperature differences between day and night. In summer (June-August), the maximum daytime temperature reaches about 30°C with intense UV radiation, so sun-protective clothing and hats are necessary. Winter (November-March) is severe, with temperatures dropping to -25°C, requiring down jackets and windproof face masks. Spring and autumn (April-May, September-October) are the best times to visit, with temperatures between 10-20°C. Occasional dust storms occur, so it's advisable to bring windproof goggles and moisturizing products. [Hotel]Accommodation: Border City Charm and Comfortable Experiences High-end option: Erenhot Xiangjiang Hotel (4-star), adjacent to the National Gate scenic area, offers Mongolian-style breakfast, standard rooms around 500 yuan/night. Budget-friendly: Home Inn (Municipal Government Branch), 2 km from the geopark, clean rooms, approximately 200 yuan/night. Unique homestay: "Grassland Post Station" Mongolian yurt camp, located in the suburban grassland, offers bonfire parties and stargazing camping experiences, 150 yuan per person including breakfast. One-Day Itinerary Recommendation: Geological Wonders and Border Scenery Morning - 8:00-10:30: Visit Erenhot Geopark and the Dinosaur Fossil Site Museum to touch ancient imprints from millions of years ago; climb the observation deck for a panoramic view of the China-Mongolia border Gobi landscape. - 10:30-12:00: Head to the "Buddha's Palm" landform area, where the giant palm print formation is a photography hotspot. Afternoon: - 13:00-14:30: Explore the National Gate scenic area, climb the China-Mongolia border watchtower for distant views of Mongolia's Zamyn-Üüd city's exotic scenery. - 15:00-16:30: Visit the Erenhot Dinosaur Museum (free admission) and learn about the mystery of dinosaur extinction through 4D films. Evening: - 17:30-19:00: Stroll through "Yiwu International Trade City" to shop for Mongolian leather goods, Russian chocolates, and other specialty products, and taste hand-pulled mutton, milk tea, and other Mongolian cuisine. Tip: If time permits, sign up for the local "Grassland Sunset Off-road Vehicle Tour" to venture deep into the Sonid Grassland and experience the magnificent "setting sun over the long river."

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Space space space! Everything is so much spacey and huge. Lot of huge malls and squares are also quite huge. Food here is really cheap and diverse taste. Loved the food and cheapness as a whole 😅

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Park 🚗Erenhot, a border city in Inner Mongolia, is also the earliest region in China and even in Asia where dinosaur fossils were discovered. Because of the wide variety of dinosaur fossils in this area and their high scientific research value, it has become a hot spot for dinosaur fossil research and is affectionately called the "Hometown of Dinosaurs". 🏜️The entire geological park is located on a Gobi-like sandy and rocky land. The huge dinosaur models, vast area and dead wood artistic shapes outline a picture of the period when dinosaurs survived. Whether viewed from a distance or up close, it brings a great visual impact, making people feel as if they are in the Cretaceous dinosaur era. 🦕There are four parks in the entire Cretaceous Dinosaur National Geopark, which respectively display the post station culture, the excavation scene of dinosaur fossils, the classification of dinosaurs and the excavation of geological crystals. It is also a treasure park that is very suitable for bringing children for science education. 🌟Address: 3 kilometers north of Ersexian Swan Lake Wetland Park, Erlianhot City, Xilinguole League, Inner Mongolia. 💰Ticket: 50 yuan/person, electric car 10 yuan/person. 🕙Business hours: Winter - 8:40-17:20/ Summer - 8:40-18:00 (last admission at 17:00) 👣Play time: 2-3 hours. 🅿️Parking lot: Super large and free. Highlights: 1. Restoration of the Erenhot Gigantoraptor fossil 2. At the dinosaur fossil excavation site, salt-alkali wind erosion makes the fossils fragile and requires regular maintenance. The scattered fossils were formed by the impact of river basins, and the skeletal fossils are scattered, making them very difficult to sort out. 3. The vast fossil site and the fossil statues scattered among it make it even more desolate. 4. This is also a good time to educate children. Before the founding of the People's Republic of China, many fossils were stolen by foreign countries in the name of scientific expeditions. Later, 50% of the fossils were taken away by cooperative scientific expeditions.

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1. **Erenhot National Gate Scenic Area**: - Located at the southernmost end of the city, it is the border area between China and Mongolia. Visitors can experience the solemnity and grandeur of the national gate up close and take photos here. The scenic area also has cultural attractions such as boundary markers and the China-Mongolia meeting station. 2. **Erenhot National Geopark**: - This is a theme park that integrates geology, paleontology, and science education. It preserves the world-famous dinosaur fossil group, which is a valuable resource for studying dinosaurs and the evolution of the Earth. 3. **China Paleontology Museum**: - The museum has two floors, mainly displaying ancient creatures, and also offers a dinosaur VR experience. 4. **Erenhot Dinosaur Hometown**: - Displays the original burial of dinosaur fossils, including a rare dinosaur cemetery, making it a great place to learn about dinosaur habits and ecological environments. 5. **Swan Lake Wetland Park**: - A great place for nature and adventure. 6. **Yilin Post Station Museum**: - Displays the history and development of post station culture. These attractions not only showcase the natural scenery of Erenhot but also reflect its rich historical and cultural background, making them suitable for visitors to explore and experience in depth.

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