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

Celebrate the Dragon Boat Festival by visiting Meilin Valley in Chifeng, Inner Mongolia, where the perfect blend of natural wilderness and comfortable experiences awaits. Nestled on the northern slopes of the Yanshan Mountains, Meilin Valley boasts an average altitude of approximately 1,500 meters and a forest coverage rate exceeding 80%. With a summer average temperature of just 20°C, it is a natural summer retreat, earning the nickname "Green Lung of the Northern Frontier." The valley features pristine secondary forests, alpine meadows, and clear streams. Strolling along wooden walkways, you can hear the rustling of pine trees and gaze at seven peaks arranged like the Big Dipper. Additionally, the valley is home to a European-style resort town with comprehensive facilities, making it ideal for leisure vacations and outdoor activities such as hiking, camping, and photography. Joining outdoor group activities allows you to explore this beautiful hidden gem with like-minded friends and create unforgettable memories during the Dragon Boat Festival.

📍Address: Southwest of Meilin Town, Harqin Banner, Chifeng City 🚗Transportation: - Self-drive: From the Beijing-Tianjin-Hebei region, it takes approx. 4 hours via the G45 Da-Guang Expressway. The homestay is just 10 min from the exit. - Public transport: First reach Chifeng City, then transfer to a bus/taxi to Harqin Banner, followed by a local shuttle or taxi to Meilin Valley. 🌟Itinerary & Attractions: **Self-drive Loop:** - **Kangning Temple**: A 700-year-old Tibetan Buddhist temple with majestic architecture, prayer flags, and white stupas—feels like Tibet! Sutra chanting at 3pm daily. - **Malin Trail**: Perfect for light SUV off-roading, flanked by golden birch forests in fall. - **Xiaomeilin Village**: Idyllic countryside views + vast meadows for picnics/camping. - **Dishui Hu (Dripping Pot)**: Crystal-clear streams and waterfalls. Summit for panoramic valley views. **Other Highlights:** - **Wangyedian Forest Park**: Ancient trees + scenic wooden trails (¥20 entry, pet-friendly). - **Harqin Prince’s Mansion Museum**: Well-preserved 300-year-old Qing-era Mongolian palace (¥50, resembles Chengde Summer Resort). - **Shanrong Tribe**: Pristine mountains + kids’ rides + breathtaking summit views (combo tickets ¥40–100+). 🛏Accommodation: - **Meilin Valley Hotel**: Full amenities for a comfy stay. - **Yushan Yushe Homestay**: 9 cozy rooms, BBQ/hot pot meals, sandpit/swings for kids, and a creek 200m away. 🍜Food: - **Red Mushroom Stir-fry**: Local mushrooms + pork = umami bliss. - **Candied Tofu**: Crispy outside, tender inside with caramelized sugar threads. - **Lamb Hotpot**: Premium Xilin Gol lamb with classic dipping sauces. ❣️Tips: - Strong UV rays—pack sunscreen! Nights are chilly; bring a windproof jacket. - Some areas have no signal. Navigate to Kangning Temple first, then follow signs. - Limited trash bins—please carry out waste to keep the valley pristine.

### **Chifeng Travel Guide: A Northern Paradise of Grasslands, Deserts, Stone Forests, and Ancient Culture** Located at the junction of Inner Mongolia, Hebei, and Liaoning provinces, Chifeng boasts magnificent grasslands, mysterious deserts, unique geological landscapes, and the ancient Hongshan culture. Whether you're driving, photographing, or exploring culture, Chifeng will meet all your expectations! --- ## **📅 Best Time to Visit** - **June-September**: The most beautiful grassland season with lush green grass and cool climate (Ulan Butong, Denglong River Grassland). - **Late September-Early October**: Charming autumn colors with forests in full display (Huanggangliang, Huamugou). - **Winter (December-February)**: Snow-covered landscapes, perfect for photography and skiing (Meilin Valley Ski Resort). --- ## **📍 Must-Visit Attractions** ### **1. Ulan Butong Grassland** - **Features**: European-style grassland scenery, filming location for "Princess Returning Pearl" and "Emperor Kangxi Dynasty." - **Activities**: Horseback riding, off-road vehicle tours, watching sunrise and sunset (Film Base, General's Pond). - **Recommended stay**: 1-2 days. ### **2. Keshiketeng Stone Forest (Asihatu Stone Forest)** - **Features**: Unique rock formations created by glacial relics, resembling "sky pillars" and "stone walls." - **Activities**: Hiking, photography (best light in early morning or evening). - **Recommended stay**: Half day. ### **3. Yulong Sand Lake** - **Features**: A blend of desert and lake, offering camel riding and desert off-roading experiences. - **Activities**: Sand sliding, stargazing camping, camel riding. - **Recommended stay**: Half to 1 day. ### **4. Huanggangliang National Forest Park** - **Features**: Pristine forests and alpine meadows, stunning autumn colors. - **Activities**: Self-driving, hiking, photography. - **Recommended stay**: Half day. ### **5. Hongshan Culture Site** - **Features**: One of the cradles of Chinese civilization, where the "First Dragon of China" (Jade Dragon) was unearthed. - **Activities**: Museum visit to learn about prehistoric culture. - **Recommended stay**: 2-3 hours. --- ## **🚗 Classic Route Recommendations** ### **3-Day Highlights Tour** **Day 1**: Chifeng City → Yulong Sand Lake (desert experience) → Stay in Wengniute Banner **Day 2**: Ulan Butong Grassland (horseback riding, film base) → Stay in grassland yurt **Day 3**: Keshiketeng Stone Forest → Return ### **5-Day In-depth Tour** **Day 1**: Chifeng City → Hongshan Culture Museum → Stay in city **Day 2**: Yulong Sand Lake → Stay in Wengniute Banner **Day 3**: Ulan Butong Grassland → Stay on grassland **Day 4**: Huamugou/Hamaba (excellent autumn scenery) → Stay in Keshiketeng Banner **Day 5**: Asihatu Stone Forest → Return --- ## **🍖 Must-Try Food** - **Hand-held Mutton**: Tender and natural flavor, dipped in chive flower sauce. - **Whole Roasted Lamb**: A grassland feast, perfect for sharing. - **Chifeng Sandwich**: Crispy pastry with braised meat, a local specialty snack. - **Milk Tea + Fried Rice**: Traditional Mongolian breakfast combination. --- ## **📌 Travel Tips** 1. **Transportation**: Self-driving or chartered vehicles recommended as attractions are scattered. 2. **Sun and Cold Protection**: Strong UV rays on grasslands with large temperature differences between day and night; bring sunscreen and jackets. 3. **Accommodation**: Ulan Butong Grassland offers yurts and boutique homestays; book in advance during peak season. 4. **Photography**: Most beautiful at sunrise and sunset; bring camera and tripod. --- Chifeng combines natural scenery with cultural history. Whether you're traveling with family, as a couple, or on a photography adventure, you'll find your perfect experience! 🌄🐫 Ready to set off?

📍 Meilin Valley in Chifeng, located 300 kilometers from Beijing, is a hidden gem perfect for weekend road trips, camping, and hiking⛰️. Known for its alpine meadows and dense forests, Meilin Valley transforms into a ski paradise in winter⛷, and a cool summer retreat with grazing cattle and blooming flowers in the warmer months. The best part? It's not overdeveloped! Enjoy the tranquility with minimal crowds and traffic, surrounded by lush greenery and… cows, cows, cows🐄🐄! We took the loop trail, a 5-kilometer trek filled with picturesque scenery and countless photo opportunities with the friendly local cows📸! 📍 Don't miss the Konning Temple, just 7 kilometers from Meilin Valley. Dating back to the Yuan Dynasty, this Tibetan Buddhist temple boasts a magnificent main hall adorned with vibrant prayer flags, creating a stunning backdrop for photos. Encircled by mountains, meadows, streams, and grazing livestock, the temple exudes a mystical charm. A moment of quiet contemplation here can truly wash away all your worries and fatigue!

🤩 Chifeng and Ulan Butong in winter are just as beautiful as in summer and autumn! Let's go and see for ourselves! Windmills slowly turning in the snowfields, snow falling in the forest at sunset, snow-covered villages, and rime-covered mountains at sunrise... All you can see is snow, like a fairy tale world! 💙 Here's a detailed travel guide to Chifeng Visit these places before you leave! 🗺️Route sharing ❄️Meiling Valley Ski Resort A national 4A-level tourist attraction, it is the holy land of snow in the East. There are few people and the snow quality is good! There are plenty of high, medium, and low ski trails, and the trails are long enough to meet the needs of skiers of all levels. Come to Inner Mongolia for a happy skiing trip this winter⛷️ ❄️Nuanshui Lake Imagine watching a sunrise in a snowy place, with warm light illuminating the cold, and you can also see the warm water lake steaming, with a great artistic conception! ❄️My Fair Princess Film Base The Kangxi Dynasty and The Legend of Mi Yue were filmed here. Take a set of photos of the same style as the film, step on the knee-deep snow, climb the boardwalk to the top, and walk around to see the small houses and lonely trees in the snow. ❄️Eagle Nest Valley, Ulan Butong Grassland A hundred-year-old birch tree with eagles circling, the original place of Ulan Butong ❄️Huanggangliang Forest Park The beauty of autumn and winter is mesmerizing, worthy of being the most beautiful snow road on the grassland, the northern scenery in poetry and painting is probably like this. ❄️Baijiawopu Known as the snow town outside the Great Wall, it is more niche than Yabuli and warmer than Altay, with magnificent snow scenery and dreamy ice crystals everywhere. ❄️Ewenki Reindeer Tribe, Ulan Butong 💰60 Reindeer in the snow in the birch forest make you feel like you are in a fairy tale. ❄️Xiaohetou Xiaohetou is beautiful in winter, with unfrozen river water, sparkling ice in the river, snowflakes gently attached to the ice, and mushroom-shaped snow buns on the riverbank. ❄️Snowfield Crossing In winter, cross the ice and snow, through forests, sand, grasslands, and no man's land, the birch forest in the snowfield and rime is very spectacular, with herds of cattle and sheep and haystacks on the roadside. 🔺Tips 1. A four-wheel drive is a must, as there are many places where the snow is more than half a meter deep. 2. It is best to travel with multiple cars, as a single car is not recommended, for mutual help. 3. It is not recommended to go down roads without ruts, as it is easy to get stuck. 4. Be sure to keep warm. Scarves, hats, earmuffs, and thick down jackets are a must. 5. Pay attention to sun protection outdoors for a long time, bring sunglasses, and it is recommended to use warm baby stickers every day~

Gather your friends, find a guide, and set off! The snow in Inner Mongolia is so beautiful! The sunset in the snow is stunning, with the light reflecting in a rainbow of colors, from light to dark, from calm to intense. The colors of nature are truly beautiful. I highly recommend Huanggangliang in Hexigten Banner! The scenery is beautiful and the route is fun! Ulan Butong is a bit ordinary.

Essence of Liao Pagoda - Chifeng Liao Dynasty History and Culture Museum Located at the intersection of Inner Mongolia, Hebei, and Liaoning, Chifeng in Inner Mongolia was originally called "Zhaowuda League." It has a long history and is not only the site of the Hongshan Culture, but also the political and cultural center of the Liao Dynasty. The Upper Capital and Central Capital of the Liao Dynasty were located in Balin Left Banner and Ningcheng County, respectively. The Chifeng Liao Dynasty History and Culture Museum is a treasure trove for learning about the history of the Liao Dynasty. The Liao Dynasty History and Culture Museum is actually a branch of the Chifeng Museum, located at 237 Gangtie West Street, Hongshan District, not far from the main museum. The architectural style is grand and magnificent, looking even more majestic than the main museum.

I have heard about Kangning Temple for a long time, but I have never been there. It was also a coincidence that I passed by when I was photographing veterans in the city in 2022. I took a few photos in a hurry and said goodbye in a hurry. Two years have passed in a flash. I have always wanted to go, but I have never been able to go. One day in October this year, I went to Meilin and passed by Kangning Temple. I felt very friendly when I saw it, but after noon, I didn’t go. After seven or eight days, I went to Meilin, secretly determined to visit the temple! Kangning Temple was built in the early Yuan Dynasty (1260-1271) and has a history of more than 700 years. It is an important temple of the Sakya Sect of Tibetan Buddhism in Mongolia during the Yuan Dynasty. The original name of Kangning Temple is "Harihetun Temple", which means "Palace of Mahakala" in Mongolian and Gulna in Tibetan, which is the Black Tent Temple. Kangning Temple was originally a palace for the guardian of the army, which moved with the pastures in the four seasons. It was located in Jinshan Town, Haraqin Banner, Chifeng City, Inner Mongolia, and later moved to Meilin Valley. It covers an area of ​​more than 100 acres, and the building area is 5,000 square meters opposite Kangning Temple. Emperor Kangxi missed his beloved daughter Princess Duanjing who was married to the prince of Karaqin Banner after the Manchu-Mongolia marriage (1692-1698). When he came to visit, he saw the quiet and solemn "Harihetun Temple" and the auspicious clouds in the sky. Longyan Dayue took the two characters of the temple's "Jingjing" and "Duanjing" princesses together to form "Ning", and added her own character "Kang" as the first word, so she named it "Kangning Temple", which means: "Bless our people, May we live in peace, happiness, longevity, and peace, and will never have wars or disasters.”

Around Chifeng | Jinshan Town One-day Tour Sightseeing and Eating Guide Jinshan Town, Karaqin Banner, is an hour's drive from Chifeng and is a peaceful and beautiful place. When autumn is in full swing, take a walk along the Xibo River and see the forest dyeing Jinshan Mountain. It really has a unique flavor. -Jinshan Town one-day tour route (self-driving version) ①Lingyue Temple Built during the Kangxi period of the Qing Dynasty, it was named Lingyue Temple in order to obtain blessings from the gods and good luck in everything. When it was prosperous, there were more than 500 monks living in the temple. It is currently located in the center of Jinshan City, a quiet place amidst the bustle (the black meow inside) Hosted by Hao Ku Hao Relatives) ②Longquan Temple Tourist Area There is an ancient well 15 meters away from the temple, which was called "Longquan" in ancient times. The spring water never dries up all year round, hence the name "Longquan Temple". It is 3 kilometers away from the city. There is also a vegetarian meal if you go before 12 o'clock. ③Prince Karaqin’s Mansion Founded in the Kangxi period of the Qing Dynasty (1679), it was the residence of the tribute princes of the Qing Dynasty and was named the "Museum of the Mansion of the Mongolian Princes of the Qing Dynasty in China". ④Meilin Valley Scenic Area It is a spontaneously formed tourist destination with primary sub-forest and sub-alpine wetland meadow as the main landscape. -Jinshan food recommendations 1. Junlelai Iron Pot Home Cooking (open until early morning, stewing everything in a small casserole is especially suitable for this season) 2. Daqinghua dumplings (local stir-fried pork mushrooms are a must-have) 3. There are many Mongolian and Halal dishes, and they all basically have the same taste, which is unique to Chifeng. "Double sandwich" I think is like Roujiamo, only more salty. In short, Jinshan Town around Chifeng is worth a day trip, especially in autumn.

You don't have to worry about the weather in Western Sichuan in winter. It's sunny every day, and you can see different snow mountains every day. The sunrises and sunsets are amazing. There are not many people before and after the Spring Festival, so hurry up! Here are some spots for shooting snow mountains for your reference: 1⃣p1-2 Yala Snow Mountain Tagong Grassland - On the way to Gunong Village, you can see the snow mountain on the right side of the road. 2⃣p3-4 Moya Monastery and the temple under Yala Snow Mountain, the collision of faith. The shooting location is inside Moya Monastery. After entering the gate, turn left a little and you will see it. Tickets are required, and I remember it was 20 per person. 3⃣p5-8 Gongga Snow Mountain Hailuogou Moxi Town, p5 the town just waking up and the golden mountain, p6 the sunrise golden mountain on the roof of the homestay, p8 accidentally seen from the plane window. 4⃣p9-10 Balang Shengdu Starry Sky Camp, a good place to see Yala Snow Mountain and shoot the sunset golden mountain from a high place, with a good view and no obstruction. However, I had a serious altitude sickness here, so I suggest going down the mountain after shooting. 5⃣p12-14 Siguniang Mountain, I encountered snow in Siguniang Mountain. Although I didn't see the peak, it was like breaking into a fairy tale world of ice and snow, so dreamy and beautiful.

Here is a Meiling Valley guide: Transportation Guide: Self-driving: From Beijing, take the Beijing-Chengde Expressway, continue towards Chifeng after passing the Anziling Service Area, pass the Maojingba Toll Station, exit at the Wangyedian Meiling exit, turn left at the first intersection after exiting the expressway, drive about 10 km along the asphalt road, and turn left after seeing the Meiling Valley Ski Resort sign, then drive 2 km to reach the destination. From Chifeng City, take the Chifeng-Maojingba First-Class Highway directly to the scenic area. Public transportation: First, take a bus to Jinshan Town in Chifeng, about 1.5 hours, then transfer to Meiling Town, and then take a chartered car to the scenic area. Best time to visit: Meiling Valley is suitable for visiting all year round. Spring: Everything comes back to life, the vegetation in the valley begins to rejuvenate, the mountains are covered with tender green, the scenery is fresh and pleasant, suitable for spring outings and walks, and feel the vitality of nature. Summer: The climate is cool, making it a great place to escape the heat. The average temperature is only about 20°C, and the lush forests and grasslands provide plenty of oxygen. You can walk or ride in the valley and enjoy the coolness and tranquility. Autumn: The most beautiful season in Meiling Valley, the leaves become colorful, the golden birch forest, fiery red maple leaves, and green pines and cypresses intertwine to form a beautiful picture, a paradise for photography enthusiasts. Winter: Meiling Valley Ski Resort is open, with high-quality ski slopes and complete ski facilities, a paradise for ski enthusiasts. Recommended attractions: Kangning Temple: Built during the reign of Kublai Khan in the Yuan Dynasty, it is one of the Tibetan Buddhist temples in the Karaqin Banner. The temple is built by the mountain and water, with a grand scale and unique architectural style, appearing harmonious and solemn against the blue sky. Here you can feel the solemnity and tranquility of Buddhist culture and hear the sound of chanting. Maliandao: There is a large birch forest, one of the must-visit attractions in Meiling Valley. Play along the mountain road, pass through the birch forest, and see the colorful trees in the mountains, beautiful scenery, and great for photography. Xiaomeiling: There is a large grassland, with colorful mountains and trees, green grass, and babbling streams, a great place for camping. Dripping Water Pot: Hanging on the stone cliff wall on one side of Aobao Liang in Meiling Township, about 30 meters high. Formed by rainwater seeping and accumulating in the mountain belly, dripping continuously throughout the year. In summer, when the water is abundant, it forms a small waterfall, pouring down from the top of the cliff, very spectacular; in winter, it forms ice hanging several feet long, unique. Ski Resort (Winter): Meiling Valley Ski Resort is one of the largest ski resorts in Asia, with long and varied ski slopes and high forest coverage. Whether you are a beginner or a professional skier, you can find suitable ski slopes here and enjoy the fun of skiing. Recommended food: Dui Jia: A traditional snack in Chifeng, with a crispy outer skin and smoked meat inside, crispy and delicious. Aohan Bo Mian: The noodles are chewy, the sauce is rich, and the taste is smooth. Mongolian Cold Noodles: Made from starch, with a smooth texture, served with chili oil, vinegar, and other seasonings, sour and spicy, appetizing. Roast Whole Lamb: A local specialty, with crispy skin and tender meat, rich aroma. Accommodation options: Meiling Valley Four Seasons Mountain Hotel: Located in Meiling Valley Comprehensive Tourist Resort, convenient transportation. The hotel is mainly Tibetan-style, introducing the internationally advanced SKI-IN/OUT design concept, allowing skiers to ski in and out directly from the hotel. Farmhouse: Experience local customs and taste farmhouse dishes, such as Chifeng Meiling Valley Erzi Whole Lamb Banquet Farmhouse, where you can eat freshly slaughtered and roasted whole lamb, roasted lamb chops, and other specialties. Homestay: Some characteristic homestays are available, with a warm environment, and some homestays also provide charging piles and other convenient facilities. Travel tips: If time permits, you can choose to drive or ride around the valley and enjoy the scenery along the way. Visitors who like hiking can walk along the greenway in Meiling Valley, a greenway about 26 km long connecting multiple attractions, allowing you to fully experience the charm of nature. Bring a camera to capture the beautiful scenery of Meiling Valley, especially the colorful autumn and snowy winter. During the tour, pay attention to environmental protection and do not litter.

As soon as you enter, the first thing you see is the very symbolic and characteristic bull horn gate of the Shanrong culture. Take a closer look, and the simple and heavy historical flavor immediately comes over. Then there is the majestic Shanrong Tribe ticket office. From here, you can take a sightseeing bus to start a great journey. Along the way, you will pass the beautiful Siheyuan "Shanrong No. 1 Courtyard", which is a good place to stay and eat. There are mainly two routes to play in the Shanrong Tribe, one is the fun entertainment route Chaolu Village, and the other is the beautiful natural route Nulu Village. The sightseeing bus continues to move forward, and you can see Chaolu Village on the right. Entering Chaolu Village, the first thing you see is the fun water park and the swaying suspension bridge. Going forward, it is the Shanrong Cultural Square. There is a Shanrong restaurant here, where you can eat delicious meals; a performance square, where you can watch wonderful performances; a wooden house hotel, where you can have a different living experience. In addition, there are Guanyin Springs, high-altitude swings, high-altitude ziplines, rainbow slides, glass viewing platforms, jungle excavators and many other fun entertainment facilities. Going forward, you will encounter the magical Yunnvfeng. Along the way, you will pass the Fourth Ice Age Ice Stone Valley with a history of 2 million years, and there are also challenging jungle crossings and hunting grounds. Continue to the left of Chaolu Village, and you will come to Nulu Village with a strong natural atmosphere. To the left of Nulu Village is the spectacular One-Line Sky Waterfall. The water flows down from a high place, splashing a lot of water mist, shining in the sun. Entering Nulu Village, the Dashi Canopy Red Base is full of historical heaviness and the spirit of struggle of the ancestors. The Three Life Stone Marriage Tree not far away has witnessed many beautiful loves. The branches are full of red ribbons, which are sweet vows of lovers. There are also magical natural scenery composed of streams, boulders, and jungles in the village. The clear stream is flowing, the boulders are of various shapes, and the dense jungle is like a big green treasure. Walking in it is like walking into a fairy tale world.

The most successful Ctrip trend! An underestimated treasure city Wuhan is truly an underestimated treasure city! In a desolate desert, you can see the blue sea, soft yellow sand, lonely dead trees, and skyscrapers at the end of the desert road, including an ancient temple built on a cliff. All of these attracted me, so I traveled over 2,400 kilometers to see this treasure city with half desert and half sea! . 📸Recommended attractions 🔸Wuhan Lake Half desert and half sea, a lonely yet romantic place. Not only can you take photos of the desert and sea coexisting, but the dead trees inside also give a sci-fi feel. Especially when you look at the city from the desert road, you feel like you're seeing a mirage. It's truly amazing! In addition to taking photos, there are also desert off-road vehicles, jet skis, and desert camels to play with. (Navigate to "Wuhan Lake No. 1 Pier", where you can take a speedboat or ferry directly to the dead trees and desert road.) . 🔸Lasheng Temple An ancient temple built on a mountainside, also known as the "Little Potala Palace". The architecture is magnificent and combines Tibetan and Han artistic styles. Although the place is not big, the view is unique and there are few people. . ✈️How to get there? You can take a plane to "Wuhan Airport", and then take a taxi from the airport to Wuhan Lake Scenic Area in just half an hour. However, as Wuhan City is not big and is the smallest city in Inner Mongolia, it is recommended to visit Yinchuan together. You can fly to Yinchuan and play for a few days, then rent a car and drive to Wuhan. (It only takes 2 hours to drive from Yinchuan Airport to Wuhan Lake.) . 🧊Travel tips Travelers can use "Round Trip Journey" ✔︎It can help you generate a travel guide with one click. . 🍜About food Sude Mongolian hotpot, mutton and scallion, Mongolian milk tea, steamed buns, braised noodles, mutton offal soup... . ✅Tips ❶Pay attention to sun protection, moisturizing, and wind and sand protection. The desert wind is very strong and the sand flies everywhere. It is best to wear long boots, sunglasses, a hat, and a mask. ❷There is a large temperature difference between morning and evening, so remember to bring a thicker coat.

Avoid the crowds during the National Day holiday and head north from Beijing to less crowded places. Overall self-driving plan: Beijing - Guyuan Grassland Sky Road - Duolun Lake (overnight) - Re Shuitang (overnight) - Re A Line - Highway 99 - Balin Right Banner (overnight) - Hohhot - Chifeng City (overnight) - Meilingu - Chengde (overnight) - Beijing. The last stop of the self-driving tour is Meilingu. Meilingu is located in Chifeng Karaqin Banner. As the name suggests, it is indeed very beautiful, with various landforms, and there is also a Kangning Temple built in the Yuan Dynasty more than 700 years ago. It is a secret place very close to Beijing. The entire Meilingu scenic area currently has no traces of commercialization and no management intervention, which also means that with the increase in popularity, public health and environmental problems are becoming increasingly prominent. It must be said that this place is very suitable for camping along the scenic greenway. There are many suitable camping spots. Many cars and crowds are setting up tents for camping. But there are a few places where you can drive in and see garbage everywhere, and there are a few traces of open flames. It can be foreseen that if there is no operation by the management, it may not last long. I hope that friends who come here to camp can protect this secret place.

It starts with spring, awakening the awareness to stay in the season of budding plants, waiting for a warm breeze to knock on the heart's door and return to the beauty of daily life. We are waiting for you to return, to set out on a spring outing, Heading to the vibrant days of spring, Finding balance and following the rhythm at ease, enjoying a self-consistent time in the mountains and fields, Embracing the spring breeze with you, dancing with time, Wandering in the spring, following dreams, being free, confident, and self-consistent, Absorbing the warmth of the spring sunshine to soften a heart as hard as stone, Colliding with the world to reveal a different self.

Chifeng is called "Ulan Hada" in Mongolian, which means "red mountain"⛰️. It is named after the ochre-red mountain⛰️ in the northeast corner of the city. Chinese people are descendants of dragons. The origin of the Chinese dragon is here. The descendants of the May Day dragon come to the dragon source in the Dragon Year. Wonderful! Beautiful! : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : :

Prince Kalaqin's Palace 🎈🎈🎈Highlights of Chifeng: Cultural Internet celebrity scenic spot, a classic example of Manchu, Mongolian and Han culture, a niche scenic spot but erudite culture, no reservation required, full of experience. (The content has been supplemented twice) 🏮🏮🏮Important notice: 🏮Kalaqin Banner will hold a grand Spring Festival celebration in Wangyefu Town-"Come to Wangfu to Celebrate the New Year" 2024 Chifeng's first Spring Festival themed lantern festival. 🏮Expected opening time: January 25, 2024 (the 15th day of the twelfth lunar month) ✅Kalaqin Prince's Palace √It was first built in the 18th year of Emperor Kangxi’s reign in the Qing Dynasty (1679). √It is the residence of Prince Gong of the Qing Dynasty and the former residence of Gongsang Norbu. √It has now been turned into the Harqin Banner Palace Museum. ❤️Celebrities in the palace: √Gongsang Norbu was the last prince of Kharchin, born in 1872. √Succeeded the throne in 1898 at the age of 27. √Elected as a director of the Kuomintang in 1912. √🇨🇳Gongsang Norbu was elected as the only Mongolian and Tibetan representative and became one of the nine directors of the first Kuomintang. ❤️Architectural features of the palace 1️⃣The first of the 49 Mongolian royal palaces in Inner Mongolia, it combines the three major architectural features of the northern region, the Mongolian nation, and Tibetan Buddhism. 2️⃣This is the earliest built, highest-ranking, largest-scale, and best-preserved residence of a Mongolian prince in the Qing Dynasty. 3️⃣There are more than 1,400 cultural relics from the Ming and Qing dynasties alone. The most recommended is a set of selfies or beautiful photos in ancient Qing Dynasty costumes. ✅Detailed address: Wangyefu Town, Kalaqin Banner, Chifeng ✅Itinerary: Four hours’ drive from Beijing...one hour’s drive from Chengde or Chifeng. We drove from Chengde to Chifeng, and visited the Kalaqin Palace on our itinerary. After the tour, we returned to Chifeng city in half an hour and stayed at the Chifeng Serengeti Hotel. The hotel has a very high cost-effectiveness and the breakfast is delicious and rich. ✅Tips to note: There are blue skies and white clouds all the way, and there are mostly strong winds and ultraviolet rays, so pay attention to sun protection... There is one place under renovation in the prince's mansion, and the rest is fine. A thorough historical introduction to the last prince. ❌Least recommended: The guide at the door costs 80 yuan, which is too expensive and unnecessary... Every scenic spot in the palace has a free WeChat QR code introduction... ❌The ice cream in the convenience store here is terrible. It is pure sugar and has no milk flavor. I don’t recommend eating it. Opening hours: 8:30-17:00 (admission ends at 16:30) 🚗Self-driving: Chifeng, Inner Mongolia - Daguan Expressway - S206/Wangfu Street - Harqin Prince's Palace. The total length is 70.8 kilometers and the driving time is 51 minutes. 🚍Bus: 67 kilometers from Chifeng, take bus No. 33 from Chifeng Railway Station to Jinshan (fare 6 yuan), then take a bus from Jinshan to Prince's Mansion (fare 5 yuan). 💰Tickets: Tickets for the Wangfu New Year Lantern Festival are 29 yuan (discount price 21 yuan), and the usual retail price is 50 yuan.

The Prince of Kalaqin's Mansion. The Prince of Kalaqin's Mansion, a building with hundreds of years of history, appears to me as an ancient and mysterious world. As I step into the mansion, I am stunned by its massive scale. Within the vast courtyard, the buildings are scattered in an orderly fashion, resembling a small city, making one marvel at its grandeur and momentum. Looking around the mansion, I am amazed by the scenery before me. Verdant pines are spread throughout, like a dense forest. These pines stand tall and straight, their crowns like green umbrellas, elegant and poised. Each of their emerald leaves gently sways in the breeze, adding a sense of tranquility and vitality to the mansion. The pine forest adds a unique charm to the royal residence, filling it with a distinctive local flavor. It is said that the construction of the mansion took feng shui into consideration, planning the layout of the pine forest meticulously to ensure the best fortune for the place, making it the most important element of the entire mansion. Whether indoors or outdoors, one can always feel the presence of the pine trees. Whether in the scorching summer or the cold winter, the pines bring comfort and warmth to the mansion. Although most of the buildings have been rebuilt later, I can still sense the breath of history from these ancient trees. Sheltered by the pines, the mansion seems to have traveled through the river of time, extending its glorious history to the present. Although the years have passed, the pines still stand guard here, witnessing the prosperity and splendor that once existed. In this ancient residence, I feel as if I have traveled through time and space to the past. I imagine how the prince, with his unique insights into feng shui, turned this mansion into a magnificent and spectacular building. I can envision how he carefully chose the location of each pine tree, each tall and straight trunk, like a heavy history book, recording the past glory and honor of this place. The Prince of Kalaqin's Mansion is an ancient building that has withstood the test of time, now a key national cultural heritage site. And the pine forest, as the most eye-catching element of the estate, adorns the place like a picturesque poem. No matter how times change, I believe that the Prince of Kalaqin's Mansion and the pine forest will forever be etched in people's memories, becoming an eternal legend on this land.

Promise me! Don't miss the treasure city of Ulanhot when you come to Inner Mongolia, and enjoy the double happiness of Mongolian cuisine and the history of the Xing'an League. Driving from Beijing to the northern border of the country, I'm used to visiting the museum of a strange place first to learn about its history and stories from ancient times to the present, so I made a special arrangement to visit the Xing'an League Museum in Ulanhot. Make an appointment in advance, enter before 16:00, the museum is not big, only two floors. One exhibition hall displays the political changes from the Stone Age to the present, as well as ethnic minority costumes and bronzes, and I saw three treasures of the museum (︶∞). Here comes the highlight! I stumbled upon a treasure restaurant in Ulanhot, the owner must be a collector, the whole shop is filled with Mongolian handicrafts, I saw several beautiful Morin khuur (horsehead fiddles) 0O ethnic accessories, handmade crafts... While chatting with the owner, he said that many of the items in the Xing'an League Museum were also donated by him, no wonder some of the exhibits I saw were marked as collected from Ulanhot City. The restaurant is called a treasure because it's not only beautiful but also delicious and cheap. We ordered hand-grabbed meat, blood sausage, fried eggs with Allium mongolicum, stuffed stomach meat... The average cost per person is just over 60, which is definitely not tourist area pricing. It's cheap and tasty. If you're traveling in Inner Mongolia and pass by here, promise me you'll check it out, and I wish everyone a happy holiday~

The flying snowflakes in the sky have draped the ancient buildings with layers of white gauze, birds fly by... this scene has become a beautiful poem...

Jinshan Town, in the eighth year of Emperor Qianlong of the Qing Dynasty (1743), the fifth generation Zhasake and the second son of the Doron Duling County King Galezang of the Kalaqin Banner, Minzhuer Labutan, was named the auxiliary national duke Jin Gushan Beizi, hence known as "Duke", people at the time called him "Lord", and the mansion was built here, hence the name "Lord's Mansion".

| A great bathhouse to take your kids to!! I love taking big baths, feel refreshed after washing. Today I went to the old brand bathhouse Yulong Shuihui, which is very large, with a total of 5 floors including the underground. Mostly wooden structures, many zones, you can go for a stroll, very suitable for taking kids to play, there is a special water play area, remember to bring swimsuits The temperature in the sweat-steaming room is not high, I like sweat steaming, this place is a bit disappointing, the highest temperature is less than 40 degrees There is also a cream glue DIY area and coloring dolls, the price is also okay, those interested can go play. There is accommodation and overnight in the hall, if you are from the south, I highly recommend you to stay overnight in the bath center, it saves money haha They also have a famous donkey meat bun, you can try it. The female bathing area has their unique one-on-one bucket bath, which is very suitable for those who want privacy. I personally feel that the changing area is a bit dark, the lighting is not bright, be careful when taking the elderly!! : Intersection of Linhong Avenue and Daban Road in Xincheng District : 79 yuan/person (group purchase is more cost-effective, no additional consumption)

| Meilin Valley Ski Resort. The winter in Inner Mongolia is an astonishing beauty, the icy and snowy scenery is shocking, and every accumulation of snowflakes is an amazing piece of art. If you pursue more excitement and joy, the Meilin Valley Ski Resort in Chifeng Karaqin Banner will be your best choice for play! Located not far from Beijing in the Chifeng area, Meilin Valley Ski Resort has the characteristics of fewer people and affordable prices. Imagine, when you are bathing in the brilliant sun, experiencing the speed and excitement of skiing on the white snow, the excitement and pleasure you feel are indescribable in words! If you invite two or three friends who like outdoor skiing, you can challenge more limits, fight together on the snow, and share the excitement and sense of accomplishment. Chifeng Meilin Valley Ski Resort must be your best choice for your winter trip in Inner Mongolia. The spacious snow trails, preferential prices, and the dazzling sun and sparkling snowflakes under the icy and snowy weather are all waiting for you to experience in person! Hurry up and have a date with skiing! At this moment, seeing the faint light on the road, I can't help but chant a poem: Leap and startle the swan on the snow, the bow waist rotates and the shadow flies. The jade flowers roll up thousands of layers of fog, it is like a heavenly soldier touring the fairyland!

From Wudan to Danxi Expressway, the journey is still smooth, and then to Chifeng, turn to Daguang Expressway. The traffic flow of Daguang Expressway is obviously larger than that of Danxi Expressway, but it is also very smooth. The whole journey is nearly 200 kilometers. From Meilin, get off the expressway and follow the navigation guide to Meilin. Lingu Scenic Area ended up leading to Kangning Temple. I had been there before when I first traveled north in 2019, so I won’t introduce it much. The weather is fine today. In the morning, the sun shines down softly in the mountains. The temple against the backdrop of green trees becomes even more majestic. I walked up the stairs and walked into Kangning Temple. I happened to catch up with the monks doing their morning prayers and accompanied them by chanting. Singing Sanskrit music, we set off and continued walking, but as we walked further we found that the scenery was different from the Meilin Valley we had been to before. With doubts, we walked into a supermarket in the village passing by and described to the shop owner what we had been there. Regarding the scenery we had visited, the eldest sister said that the place we had been to before should be Xiaomeilin, but we were now in Meilin, and told us that if we walk along this road, there will be good scenery ahead, including grasslands and mountains. And along this road, we will pass through Xiaomeilin and finally return to the highway intersection where we came from. What a little news! Continuing along the Wangxian Line, the scenery on the roadside becomes more and more beautiful, with more and more colors, green, yellow, red, brown...the leaves of the white birch are golden. The light is particularly dazzling. The early red maple leaves are as bright as mountain flowers in the yellow or green trees. The cattle and sheep at the foot of the mountain are grazing leisurely. A small stream is flowing through, and the woods are becoming more and more lively. . An open grassland in the valley has become a natural camping ground. Many tourists have pitched tents and camped in RVs. Birch forests and coniferous forests are growing in the middle of the mountain. The autumn scenery is beautiful, like an oil painting. We also stopped. In the car, I walked halfway up the mountain, breathing the mountain air, taking photos of the beautiful scenery in the mountain, and picking five small pink and purple dianthus to tie into a small bouquet... Keep going, the navigation prompts that there are still 500 meters to go. When we arrived at Xiaomeilin, the road was artificially blocked by several roadblocks, which diverted incoming vehicles into the Meilin Immigration New Village, which has farmhouses as its main industry. This road seemed impassable, so we had to go back the same way we came. Fortunately, I didn’t get tired of the beautiful scenery, so it would be nice to watch it again. My husband said to fill up the gas, but when I checked the navigation, I found that the nearest gas station was actually in Maojingba. I originally didn’t plan to go here because I took the wrong road, but this time I decided to go! Return to Meilin Town from Wangxian Line, turn onto Provincial Highway 306, and drive 28 kilometers to PetroChina Maojingba Gas Station. Fill up the tank and go to the dam from the entrance of the Forest Park Experience Base next to the gas station. It was still free when I came here in 19 years, but now Tickets are 20/person, which is much cheaper than in Maojingba Forest Park in the Hebei section. Driving into the dam, the scenery is very different from the last time I came. It happened to be the first snowfall last time, and almost all the leaves fell off. , the few remaining leaves are covered with ice shells. This time the leaves are colorful, the grass is still green, some daisies are still blooming, the mountain birds are singing happily, and the forest is filled with the joy of autumn! We walked to the top of the dam along the same route as last time, and the top of the dam was already in Hebei! The good times always pass quickly. It was already past 12 o'clock when we got off the top of the dam. Because we really missed the rice cakes, we decided to return home. The return journey still took melin to Daguang, and then to Chifeng and transferred to Danxi. The return journey was quite slow. It took a long time to come, but it was a smooth journey. It took more than 4 hours to drive home safely. The third quarter of the autumn tour to the north, which was more than 1,200 kilometers in total, ended successfully. I did not experience the legendary crowd of people stuck in highways and scenic spots, and had fun. Have fun!

Chifeng Meilingu Scenic Area: A tourist area in Inner Mongolia, located in the southwestern part of Meiling Town, Kalaqin Banner, Chifeng City, is a spontaneously formed tourist spot with the main landscape of primitive secondary forests and subalpine wetland meadows. The landscape is mainly composed of primitive secondary forests and subalpine wetland meadows. The climate in the scenic area is cool, with abundant rainfall, lush water and grass, and pleasant scenery. There are both steep peaks and numerous rivers, valleys, forests, stone pillars, and stone swords in the canyon. Scenic Area Range: The total area of ​​Meilingu Tourist Area is 90 square kilometers, including 19 slope accumulation skirts distributed in a ring shape in the northwestern part of Baoshan Village, Wanzi Village, Meiling Village, Xiaomeiling Village, Taipingzhuang Village, Gushan Village, etc. in Meiling Town, and 001 Township Road, Cunjin Line enclosed in a ring area. It is very suitable for self-driving tours and is suitable for all seasons. In 2014, Meilingu Tourist Area was rated as a AAAA-level tourist area by the National Tourism Administration. In February 2020, the 14th Winter Games of the People's Republic of China will hold three events such as alpine skiing giant slalom, slalom and snowboarding parallel giant slalom at Meilingu Ski Resort. The opening hours are from 8:30 until the last batch of tourists leave. Ticket price: Free . Main Scenic Area Introduction: Meilingu——The posture of lush water and grass: Meiling Township is located in the forest area, with a cool climate, abundant rainfall, and pleasant scenery. Historically, it was part of Mulan Weichang. There are both steep peaks and numerous rivers, valleys, forests, stone pillars, and stone swords in this canyon. Going into the mountain to enjoy the scenery along Meiling Town, Taipingzhuang, Malian Road, Xiaomeiling, Aobaoliang, Dripping Kettle, Yangcaogou, etc., are all places with continuous mountains, towering heights, undulating terrain, and rugged mountain roads, but these places are also excellent scenery. place.

Gongsangnuorbu, the Kalaqin Prince's Mansion, is located in Wangyefu Town, Kalaqin Banner, Chifeng City, Inner Mongolia Autonomous Region. It was first built in the 18th year of Kangxi in the Qing Dynasty (1679), and it is the former residence of Gongsangnuorbu. The Kalaqin has always been nomadic and war-torn in history, and it was not until the 18th year of Kangxi (1679) that a mansion of the county king level was built in the current Kalaqin Wangfu. In the 48th year of Qianlong (1783), after being promoted to the prince level, it was expanded on the basis of the county king's mansion into a prince's mansion. The princes of all dynasties have expanded and repaired, but the central axis building form has always been maintained. For more than 300 years after the completion of the mansion, it has always been the mansion of the county kings and princes of all dynasties. The Kalaqin Prince's Mansion originally covered an area of more than 300 acres, with more than 490 rooms. There are five courtyards in total, with a main hall, a second hall, a letter gate, a main hall, and a Chengqing Building on the central axis. On both sides are the courtyards. Inside the courtyard are the living area and the conference area. On the west side are the temple, ancestral hall, guest room, conference hall, study, and martial arts field buildings; on the east side are the theater, the bedroom of the prince and the Fujin, the dining room, etc. The main buildings and courtyards are all red brick walls. Twelve generations of Kalaqin Mongolian princes have successively taken over the government in the Kalaqin Prince's Mansion.

Jinshan Town's Ma'anshan got its name because it resembles a saddle. During the National Day holiday, many people specifically look for small scenic spots. The Ma'anshan scenic spot is okay, not too crowded or too empty, the parking lot is already full. The mountain is not high but it's quite tiring to climb. The view from the top is really worth the trip, with the mountains scattered, the clouds covering the sunset, and the whole Jinshan Town in sight.

Attending a wedding in Kalaqin Banner, took the opportunity to check in at 'Ma'anshan National Forest Park'. The park just opened to the public in March, not many people, dense vegetation, good air, especially when climbing to the top of the mountain, the view is wide, golden autumn, the forest is dyed, very beautiful🥰 🏠Ma'anshan National Forest Park 🎫Ticket: 20 📍Location: 230 County Road, Jinshan Town, Kalaqin Banner. About 4+ hours drive from Beijing. 👣Two ways to play: ☝️Hiking: Full wooden plank road + stone steps About an hour and a half to the top (exercise, enjoy the scenery along the way) ✌️Drive to the top: suitable for the elderly🧓, legs and feet are not good. (Save time and effort) ⛰️Main Scenery: Glass viewing platform San De View Alpine Rainbow Garden🌹 On the way to Ma'anshan, you can also check in the flower sea by the roadside. Recommend a restaurant for local farmhouse dishes: 🍴Ma'anshan Farmhouse (Earth Kiln Roast Meat), taken by locals, the taste is quite good~