Hohhot

The "Blue City"—China's dairy capital and gateway to Mongolian grasslands.

About

Hohhot, capital of Inner Mongolia, is known as the "Blue City" and home to China's dairy giants.

Top Attractions

⛩️ Temple

Dazhao Temple

The largest Tibetan Buddhist temple in Inner Mongolia with a silver Buddha.

★★★★★ 5

🕐 8:00 AM-6:00 PM

🎫 ¥35

🎭 Museum

Inner Mongolia Museum

Showcasing Mongol culture and grassland civilization.

★★★★★ 5

🕐 9:00 AM-5:00 PM (Closed Mondays)

🎫 Free

🏛️ Landmark

Zhaojun Tomb

Memorial of Wang Zhaojun, symbol of ethnic harmony.

★★★★ 4

🕐 8:00 AM-6:00 PM

🎫 Free

🏔️ Nature

Xilamuren Grassland

Typical grassland with yurts and horse riding.

★★★★ 4

🕐 Best June-September

🎫 Free entry, activities charged

Food & Culture

Discover the culinary treasures of Hohhot, from traditional street food to imperial cuisine.

Hand-held Mutton

Boiled mutton eaten by hand.

Roasted Whole Lamb

Whole lamb roasted over fire.

Mongolian Milk Tea

Salty tea made with milk and brick tea.

Milk Curd

Traditional Mongolian dairy product.

Air-dried Beef

Lean beef air-dried on grassland.

Oat Noodles

Noodles made from oats.

Getting Around

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Airport

Hohhot Baita International Airport (15km)

🚄

High-Speed Rail

Hohhot East Station

🚇

Metro

Line 1 operational

Best Time to Visit

Spring (April-May) and Autumn (September-October) offer the best weather for most destinations in China.

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