Desert grassland tourism

Baotou City, located in the south-central Inner Mongolia Autonomous Region, is a city mainly engaged in steel, rare earth and other industries. At the same time, Baotou is rich in natural landscape and tourism resources, especially desert landscape, which attracts a large number of tourists to explore and experience. Here are some famous deserts in Baotou suitable for traveling:

Xiangshawan

Xiangshawan, located in Damao United Banner of Baotou City, is a part of the famous Kubuqi Desert. The sand here is dry and delicate. When the wind blows over the sand dunes, it will make a sound like a guzheng or violin, hence the name "Xiangshawan". Xiangshawan is not only a good place for sightseeing, but also an excellent place to experience desert entertainment projects, such as camel riding, sand skiing and desert off-road vehicles.

Kubuqi Desert

Kubuqi Desert is the seventh largest desert in China and the only desert near the Yellow River in the world. It spans Inner Mongolia, Shaanxi and Ningxia provinces, some of which are located in Baotou City. Kubuqi Desert is famous for its spectacular sand dunes, unique desert ecosystem and rich underground resources. Here, visitors can experience eco-tourism activities such as camping in the desert, watching the starry sky and participating in tree planting in the desert.

Wulanbutong desert

Located in Guyang County, Baotou City, Wulanbutong Desert is a comprehensive tourist area integrating desert, grassland and lake. The desert and grassland here are interlaced, forming a unique natural landscape. Wulanbutong Desert not only has a vast sand sea, but also beautiful lakes and rich wildlife resources. Visitors can explore the desert, take photos, watch birds and other activities here.

Tengger Desert

Tengger Desert is the fourth largest desert in China, located in Bayannaoer City, northeast of Baotou City. Although the main body is not in Baotou City, many Baotou citizens will choose to take short trips to Tengger Desert because of their relatively close geographical location. Tengger Desert is famous for its vast sand sea, continuous sand dunes and rich desert culture. Here, visitors can experience the pure desert customs and feel the grandeur and mystery of the desert.

Ordos desert

Ordos Desert, located in Ordos City, southeast of Baotou City, is the eighth largest desert in China. Although the main body is also not in Baotou City, as an important desert in the neighboring area, Ordos Desert is also a place that Baotou citizens and tourists like to visit. It has a typical desert landform, undulating sand dunes and unique scenery. In the Ordos desert, visitors can experience activities such as hiking in the desert and crossing by camel.

In short, Baotou's desert tourism resources are rich and diverse, and whether you want to experience the exciting projects of the desert or enjoy the natural beauty of the desert, you can find satisfactory answers in these deserts. However, due to the special desert environment, it is necessary to pay attention to safety and take protective measures when traveling, and try to choose experienced travel agencies or guides to accompany you.

Hohhot, as the capital of Inner Mongolia Autonomous Region, not only has rich history, culture and modern city features, but also its surrounding natural landscapes are extremely diverse. Among them, the desert is a major feature of Hohhot tourism. Here are some places where you can experience the desert in Hohhot:

1.** Kubuqi Desert * *: Kubuqi Desert is the seventh largest desert in China, about 300 kilometers away from Hohhot. There are sand dunes in vast expanse. Visitors can ride camels across the desert and feel the charm of the "boat in the desert". You can also try exciting activities such as sand skiing and off-road vehicle crossing to experience the grandeur and excitement of the desert. In the evening, visitors can choose to stay in the desert hotel and experience a different desert night.

2.** Xiangshawan * *: Xiangshawan is located in Dalat Banner, Ordos City, which is close to Hohhot, and is a famous desert tourist scenic spot. The sand here can sing. When people slide down from the top of the sand dune, they will hear a buzzing sound, as if the sand is singing. Xiangshawan provides a variety of desert entertainment projects, such as sand skiing, camel riding, desert cross-country and so on, so that tourists can fully experience the fun of the desert.

3.** Qixing Lake Desert Ecotourism Zone * *: Although Qixing Lake Desert Ecotourism Zone is located in Hangjinqi, Ordos City, it is not too far from Hohhot. This is a comprehensive tourist attraction integrating desert, grassland and lake. Visitors can stroll in the desert and enjoy the unique desert scenery; You can also ride horses on the grassland and feel the vastness and freedom of the grassland; You can also fish by the lake and enjoy the quiet time.

4.** Phaeton Xile Huanghuagou Grassland Tourist Area * *: Although this name sounds like a grassland tourist area, it actually contains a part of desert landscape. Huitengxile Huanghuagou Grassland Tourist Area is located in the north of Hohhot, where deserts and grasslands are intertwined, forming a unique natural landscape. Visitors can experience the charm of grassland and desert at the same time here.

Generally speaking, when visiting these desert areas, it is recommended to know the local weather and traffic conditions in advance and take good sun protection and warm-keeping measures. At the same time, respect local customs and cultural traditions, and protect the natural environment and cultural relics.