Things to do in Hohhot

Dazhao Temple and Xilitu Temple have many similarities. You can see some people taking commercial photos, and there are many exquisite Tibetan Buddhist statues and halls. There are also some halls on both sides. For those who are not familiar with it, it is good to learn about Tibetan Buddhism. But don't have too high expectations.

It's a quiet and comfortable place to stroll around, not too crowded, but it has a strong Tibetan Buddhist atmosphere. There are many lamas chanting sutras, and you can also burn incense and make offerings. The surrounding area is also lively, with plenty of food options.

I drove there myself; it's about an hour from Hohhot, a 20-minute drive along a winding mountain road with breathtaking scenery. There are five stops along the way, and the whole trip takes about half a day, including visits to the Misty Forest and the Sea of ​​Clouds viewing platform. The shuttle bus to the Hongqi Trail is also quite convenient.

On August 31st, I took advantage of the weekend for a two-day, one-night special forces tour of Hohhot. It happened to rain, so I'm especially grateful to the two train drivers who drove my son and me to the door to prevent us from getting soaked. Two weeks in advance was perfect. It's a bit chilly in the mornings and evenings now, so you can rent an electric scooter and combine the train ride with walking.

Laoniu Bay is a place where the Yellow River and the Great Wall embrace each other on the Loess Plateau. The emerald green river meanders gently through the canyon, drawing a near-perfect Taiji Bay; the Ming Great Wall winds down the mountain ridge, quietly meeting the Yellow River at the cliff top. Stone castles, cave dwellings, and knife-cut cliffs intertwine with the gentle shimmering water, creating a scene that is both desolate and beautiful, majestic yet tranquil, like a landscape painting unfolding for thousands of years.

It's a fantastic place to visit, fun, and visually appealing. My partner and I, both adults, thoroughly enjoyed ourselves. Having always drunk milk, yogurt, and various dairy products, we'd never experienced the production process before. Inside the venue, you can get up close and personal with the factory production process, and there are also educational games and informational activities. Besides, it's a great place to take photos and check out the exhibits! We saw many autographed items from celebrities and athletes who have partnered with Yili, which we'd never seen before, haha ​​– a truly novel experience! The souvenirs inside were also quite nice and creative; I couldn't find them anywhere else on Taobao. They also have lunch options inside, so the price-performance ratio is decent. Overall, I think it's absolutely fantastic and a must-see tourist attraction in Hohhot!

It's on par with the National Museum of China. If you like the National Museum, you definitely should visit. It has many well-preserved treasures and gold artifacts. The restaurant on the first floor is reasonably priced, but the sign is blocked; be sure to ask a staff member for directions. They serve excellent Inner Mongolian specialties! 👍🏻

It's close to Jokhang Temple, the scenery is very good, the overall environment is good, the price is reasonable, and the service at each stall is very warm, polite and thoughtful. There are 3 cute lambs on the right hand side of the travel photography booth just 50 meters after entering the old street. I took out my mobile phone to take a photo of the lambs eating grass, but was scolded by the female boss. She said that I couldn't take photos if I didn't travel photography. Her words were very unpleasant, which immediately affected my mood for traveling. I was particularly upset. If you can't take photos, don't put them on the road. Alas~ It affects the overall image of the old street too much.

I really enjoyed going with my kids. It was nice to see that they had a pet-friendly environment. The staff were very friendly.

It's definitely worth going. The ticket price is very reasonable, the dances are fantastic, and the lighting is amazing. Maybe not many people know about this great place yet. The indoor show starts at 7 pm and the outdoor show starts at 8 pm, both of which are excellent. They have strong storylines, the timing is great, and there's also a silver ticket promotion, which is very interesting. Of course, there are also performances during the day, but they're not as spectacular as the night show. I highly recommend going at night.