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Beijing to Ulanqab in 2h! A mini-Altaic beauty that amazed me

📍**Ulanqab Travel Guide** ✅Ulanqab City in Inner Mongolia is situated at the junction of grasslands and deserts, offering both stunning natural landscapes and unique ethnic culture, making it an ideal destination for short trips. Here’s a 3-4 day itinerary for you: 🥳 **Recommended Itinerary** *🌋*Day 1: Explore Volcanic Grasslands** -🚗 **Morning**: Arrive in Ulanqab city, rent a car and drive to [Ulanhad Volcano Geological Park] (1.5-hour drive). Hike to the summit of Volcano No. 3 (Beilian Danlu), capture aerial shots at Volcano No. 5, and photograph the "Martian" terrain at Volcano No. 6. -🚘 **Afternoon**: Drive to [Huitengxile Grassland] (approx. 2 hours), passing windmill fields and wildflowers. Stay overnight in a Mongolian yurt, enjoy hand-grabbed mutton and milk tea, and join a bonfire party. 🌿**Day 2: In-Depth Grassland Experience** 🌼- **Morning**: Visit [Huanghuagou Scenic Area], take a small train through birch forests, and go horseback riding or hiking on the grassland. -💞 **Afternoon**: Head to [Gegentala Grassland] (2.5-hour drive), participate in Naadam performances (wrestling, archery), and photograph the golden grassland at sunset. ‼️**Day 3: Culture & Lakes** -⭐ **Morning**: Visit [Jining Campaign Memorial Hall] to learn about revolutionary history; explore [Ulanqab Museum] for Mongolian folk exhibitions. 🚘- **Afternoon**: Drive to [Daihai Lake] (1 hour), stroll along the lakeshore or take a boat ride, and savor freshwater fish dishes. 🥳 **Local Delicacies** 🐏- **Must-try**: Roast whole lamb (best shared with a group), oat flour rolls, scrambled eggs with sand leeks, milk tofu. 🍵- **Recommended restaurants**: "Horseman Milk Tea House" in Jining District, or yurt farm stays in grassland scenic areas. ⚠️ **Practical Tips** 🚅- **Transport**: Take a 2-hour high-speed train from Beijing to Ulanqab Station; renting a car (approx. CNY 200-300/day) or hiring a private car is recommended. 🎪- **Accommodation**: Book Mongolian yurts (approx. CNY 150-300/night) in advance; star-rated hotels in Jining District are also available. 👒- **Notes**: Pack a windbreaker for large temperature swings; sunscreen and sunglasses are essential; respect local herder customs—avoid stepping on sacred cairns (oboo). ✅Ulanqab combines wild natural beauty with cultural depth, perfect for summer escapes (best from June-August) or autumn golden grasslands. 📷 Grab your camera and set off!
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Posted: May 13, 2025
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