2024 Ningxia Travel Guide: Must-see attractions, popular food, hotels, transportation routes (updated in December)

Ningxia!

In northern China lies the autonomous region of Ningxia which mostly characterised by sweeping sand dunes that go on for miles! I’ve been twice (January and June). In January, most of the desert and fresh water is completely frozen over which is quite surreal for a desert. 4X4 cars were able to drive over the oasis because it was so solidly frozen. In the summer, it can become quite warm but still comfortable enough to camp overnight. There are camel rides available although we chose to hike. Away from the same dunes, you can find wine vineyards and pretty mountains. A great place for nature lovers #ningxia #mountainview #deserts #china

Amazing yellow River + Great Wall of 🇨🇳

The Great Wall of China and the Yellow River is a place that you can’t miss if you are in the city of Zhongwei. The recommended sightseeing time is half an hour or maximum one hour. This place is an impressive archeological gem, its facade is beautiful and its reconstruction from ruin was a total success. Try not to miss out the sunset as this Great Wall has a great panoramic view to the Yellow river. Plan accordingly to get a good spot to take some photographs. This is the kind of places you must feel proud to visit and enjoy in person as it’s part of the list of UNESCO World Heritage Sites. Free access to locals ands tourists so don't worry about tickets. #createwithtrip #holidays #exploring #createwithtrip

A weekend of wine and desert in Ningxia

Take a sleeper train to the little-travelled city of Yinchuan in Ningxia and explore China’s main wine region, where you can actually find drinkable wine! (Our goal of the trip). The main wineries are Xige and Silver Heights, which also have accommodation. Ningxia also has ancient ruins to explore (Western Xia Tombs and Helanshan) as well as the Tengger Desert where you can sleep in glamping yurts. Bring the wine you purchase at the wineries and make it a party!

Summer in the desert

Why not a visit to the desert when in China? This dreamy desert resort will definitely not disappoint you. Beautifully curated Moroccan style hotel with various pools and loads of photo opportunities. From here you can access the beginning of the Great Wall of China and also easily reach the desert 🏜😀 #summervacation#urbanexplorer

In the distant Gansu, the most impressive impression is the slightly deserted Gobi Desert in the northwest. Although, I can't say exactly what the Gobi Desert and the Gobi Desert really look like. Just came to Gansu to start from Lanzhou, and showed me a colorful Gansu, because Gansu's geographical span is large, it is actually richer than I expected. This trip will not go too far into the conventional scenic spot, another kind goes deep into Gansu, but today there is still a chance to have a quick contact with the Tengger Desert.

Ningxia, a mysterious land steeped in history, is known as the "Jiangnan of the North."

The Ningxia Hui Autonomous Region is one of the birthplaces of Chinese civilization and an important node on the ancient Silk Road. Located in the geometric center of China's map, Ningxia is a treasure trove in the northwest of China. Despite its small size, it is rich in resources. Covering an area of 66,400 square kilometers, Ningxia is home to mountains, canyons, grasslands, deserts, and rivers, creating a picture of "Jiangnan of the North, Magical Ningxia." It is known as the "miniature bonsai of Chinese tourism." Among the 8 main categories, 23 subcategories, and 110 basic types of cultural tourism resources, Ningxia covers 8 main categories, 22 subcategories, and 106 basic types. Ningxia is home to five national 5A-level scenic spots: Shahu Scenic Area in Shizuishan, Shapotou Scenic Area in Zhongwei, Zhenbeibao Western Film City in Yinchuan, Shuidonggou Scenic Area in Yinchuan, and the Yellow River Grand Canyon Scenic Area in Qingtongxia, Wuzhong. It also has four classic red tourism scenic spots: Liupanshan Red Army Long March Memorial Scenic Area, the Red Army's Westward Expedition Red Tourism Series Scenic Area in Tongxin County, Wuzhong, the Revolutionary Martyrs Memorial Hall in Yanchi County, Wuzhong, and the China Hui Culture Park in Yongning County, Yinchuan.

Ningxia Shahu Lake: A magical journey to the pearl of the north, with irresistible charm!

Shahu Lake is located in Pingluo County, Shizuishan City, in the northern part of Ningxia Hui Autonomous Region. It is situated at the foot of Helan Mountain and the golden bank of the Yellow River, and is the largest natural lake in Ningxia. The area is rich in tourism resources and boasts breathtaking scenery. The lake, sand dunes, reeds, birds, fish, distant mountains, and colorful lotuses blend perfectly. Major attractions include the Shahu International Sand Sculpture Park, Bird Island (Hundred Birds Park), Lake East Wetland (Bird Observation Station), New Gate Square, and Shahu Inscription Stone. In 2013, it was selected as one of CCTV's "Top Ten Charming Wetlands in China," and in 2018, it was one of the "50 Scenic Spots of the Yellow River in China." It also won the 2018 "Best Ecotourism Destination" award from "China National Tourism." Here's a travel guide: First, visit the Shahu International Sand Sculpture Park to experience the magical collision of art and sand. Then, head to Bird Island to see hundreds of birds soaring and get close to nature. Next, take a stroll in the Lake East Wetland and admire various rare birds at the Bird Observation Station. You can take photos at New Gate Square, and finally, appreciate the cultural heritage of Shahu Lake by the Shahu Inscription Stone. Come to Shahu Lake and embark on a magical journey!

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Ningxia cuisine.

Reminiscence Palace·Halal Ningxia Cuisine·Ningxia Beach Lamb 1 Appetizing Yogurt: Very thick, with added crushed peanuts and raisins, appetizing and refreshing, and not too sweet 2 Hand-grabbed Lamb: This is my first time eating Ningxia lamb, and there is no mutton smell at all, and it is not greasy. The fatty part is even more fragrant. Little lamb, you have this side too! 3 Potato Grater: The potato shreds are wrapped in starch and steamed in a pot, and eaten with chili sauce. It is a home-cooked dish in Shaanxi and it is delicious 4 Sesame Oil and Sand Onion Fried Eggs: This is a bit unaccustomed to eating, and the sand onion has a leek flavor 5 Zizi Baojiang Tofu: The tofu is very tender, and the taste is more delicate than Japanese tofu and Neizhi tofu. It is very flavorful and lacks a bowl of rice! 6 I don’t remember what it’s called, the meat is lamb, it’s still so delicious, the noodles are not delicious, they are hard, and they stick together a bit, and they are not flavorful 7 Big Plate Chicken Noodles: Delicious, especially the wide noodles wrapped in soup at the bottom, even if you are full, you can't help but eat a few more bites. 8 Geda Soup: Ordinary Geda, ordinary soup 9 Braised Yellow River Big Carp: Sweet and sour, not as crispy as squirrel mandarin fish, not used to eating

Ningxia’s Natural Rocky Beauty!

Located just north-west of Shaanxi province, come and spend a holiday in Ningxia province…base yourself in Zhongwei and go from there: The Ningxia Rocky Mountains, part of the Helan Mountains range, offer: 1. **Stunning Landscapes** – Dramatic rock formations and rugged terrain. 2. **Hiking Trails** – Scenic trails for outdoor enthusiasts and hikers. 3. **Cultural Sites** – Explore ancient petroglyphs and historical relics. 4. **Wildlife Viewing** – Opportunity to spot local wildlife in a natural setting. 5. **Photography** – Unique geological features and panoramic views for photography. #summerdestinations #ningxia

Beat the heat and avoid the crowds with a kid-friendly July getaway! Rush while it's still quiet!!!

Day One: Yinchuan Evening: Arrive in Yinchuan and check into a hotel near the high-speed train station for convenience. Late-night snack: Head straight to Huaiyuan Night Market, where spicy Huhu and special yogurt are recommended. Day Two: Yinchuan Morning: Visit Zhenbeibao Western Film City to explore the film shooting locations, experience the earthen architecture and desert ambiance, and don't forget to bring a hat for sun protection. Afternoon: Go to Blue Mountain Park to take photos and enjoy the evening breeze and beautiful scenery. Dinner: Try the Northern Song Dynasty's ice-boiled lamb, which is free of mutton smell and perfectly matched with sauces. Day Three: Zhongwei Morning: Take the high-speed train to Zhongwei and join a two-day tour. The first stop is the Tengger Desert, where you can experience activities like camel riding, sand sliding, and off-road surfing. Remember to wear boots to protect against the sand. Dinner and accommodation: Enjoy a desert barbecue and experience tent accommodation, with camping being even livelier on Saturdays. Day Four: Zhongwei Morning: Explore Route 66, take photos, and head to Shapotou to experience Yellow River activities such as speedboats and sheepskin rafts. Afternoon: Choose other activities at Shapotou or in the Tengger Desert according to personal preference. Sun protection tip: The UV rays in the desert are strong, so be sure to take sun protection measures.

Flower of the Gobi

There are many wild flowers on the Gobi desert, red, yellow, blue and white are very beautiful, but most of them can't be named. This is the most beautiful wild flower I have seen in the Gobi desert, some bloom on the Gobi desert, some bloom in the rock crevices, despite the harsh environment, but it does not affect their own beauty.

In Ningxia, there is a geological park named after Huoshizhai, where you can appreciate the rock pillars formed by crustal movement

Undoubtedly, the National Day holiday is the most anticipated travel time of the year. In Ningxia, there is a national geological park known as "Huoshizhai" waiting for your exploration. This wonderful place located in Xiji County is not only a national geological park, but also a national forest park, a national 4A-level tourist attraction, and a national nature reserve, making it an excellent place to visit during the National Day holiday. The mountains and rocks here are deep red, especially under the cover of green trees, they look like burning flames, hence the name "Huoshizhai". In the spring and summer seasons, the entire mountain is blooming with colorful flowers, butterflies are dancing among the flowers, full of vitality, making people intoxicated. Huoshizhai not only has beautiful natural scenery, but also contains rich geological mysteries. There are hundreds of types of rocks in the park, including sedimentary rocks, volcanic rocks, metamorphic rocks, etc., with various shapes and colorful colors. The most spectacular is the rock pillar group of Huoshizhai, countless rock pillars stand between the valleys, like natural sculptures, breathtaking. These rock pillars are the products of crustal movement over billions of years and are valuable materials for geologists to study. In addition to the spectacular geological landscape, Huoshizhai is also a place with an extremely beautiful ecological environment. The forest here is dense, the clear mountain spring water flows, and the air is fresh and pleasant. During the golden autumn of the National Day holiday, tourists who come to play can fully feel the gift of nature, walk in the forest, listen to the birds and insects, and feel the tranquility and harmony of nature. Furthermore, Huoshizhai has rich animal and plant resources. Here, you can see various rare plants, such as Taxus chinensis, Ginkgo biloba, etc., and various wild animals, such as squirrels, badgers, hares, etc. If you are interested in ecology, you might as well come to Huoshizhai to observe these creatures that coexist harmoniously with nature up close. During the National Day holiday, Huoshizhai National Geological Park will also hold various colorful activities. You can participate in outdoor hiking activities, climb to the top, and overlook the magnificent scenery of the entire park. In addition, there are photography competitions, natural ecology lectures and other diverse activities to meet the needs of different tourists. Huoshizhai National Geological Park is not only a picturesque tourist attraction, but also a gem that integrates natural beauty, geological mystery, and ecological balance. On the National Day holiday, bring your family and friends to Huoshizhai to feel the charm of nature, explore the mystery of geology, and enjoy a peaceful mountain forest journey. Whether it's hiking, photography, or just enjoying the embrace of nature, Huoshizhai can meet your needs and let you have an unforgettable holiday. In summary, Huoshizhai National Geological Park is an ideal place to visit during the National Day holiday. It not only has beautiful natural landscapes, but also rich geological and ecological resources waiting for your exploration. Here, you can relax and feel the wonders of nature, while also gaining knowledge and appreciating the history of Earth's evolution. Step into Huoshizhai, leave beautiful memories, integrate with nature, and have an unforgettable National Day holiday.

This is a place where locals love to come. There are always a lot of unexpected scenery on the roadside. There are river beach wetlands, there are windmill waterwheels, there are grass reeds that can submerge themselves........ Here, the desert and the green are not contradictory together, a Ningxia time in a journey.

In the midsummer season, the northwest of the country ushered in the most splendid moment of the day. The sky in the east blooms with golden light. It is like the golden ear of rice that is ripe in autumn, heavy and full of color. Slowly and slowly, as time goes on, gradually spread the clouds around the layers into bright colors of different shades, such a quiet summer, such a beautiful Ningxia. The scorching sun, the far-sightedness of the four sides of the ridiculous grass is not born, this is the northwest; the yellow sand flies, the lonely smoke of the sunset, the silent ancient battlefield alone hangs, this is the northwest; the Gobi desert, the sun shines under the snow The water, as well as the long red willows and the camel thorns that often cut the skirt of the girl's skirt, this is also the northwest.

The total length of the "Red Army Trail" is about 2.5 kilometers. It condenses the long march from Jiangxi Ruijin to northern Shaanxi. "Starting in Du River, bloody Xiangjiang River, breaking Wujiang, Zunyi Meeting, capturing Lushanguan, Sidu Chishui, and winning gold The scenes of major events such as Shajiang, flying the Luding Bridge, turning over the snowy mountains, smashing the sects, smashing the grass, winning the Lazikou, making the decision-making Hadapu, and meeting the Taibao and laying the foundations in the northwest.

A complete scenic area will inevitably enrich the stimulating senses of rich entertainment projects. Shahu, a scenic spot with sand and lake, is indispensable to the desert and water park. The next stop after the tour of Bird Island is naturally an exciting water experience. Jet skiing, flying fish, surfing, water parachute aircraft, aerial sightseeing, etc., large-scale entertainment projects should not be overwhelmed, the heart of eagerness has long been unable to withstand, screams echoed above the sky of the sand lake, dripping clothes in evaporation With the coolness of the summer day. I have not been jumped out of the wet project on the water and was taken to the wild desert. Desert Racing is my favorite desert project. Sitting on the off-road vehicle, the sand waves are moving forward, like an invisible giant hand, which has removed the desert one layer after another. If you compare the endless desert to the yellow sea, then I am swimming here like an unscrupulous shark. I walked through the sand dunes one after another, listening to the mysterious sands, shaking in the tranquil lakes, wetlands, and deserted deserts.

"There was a sincere love in front of me. I didn't cherish it. When I lost it, I regretted it. The most painful thing in the world is this. If God can give me another chance, I will. Say three words to the girl: I love you. If you have to add a deadline to this love, I hope it is... 10,000 years "----Zhou Xingchi (Sun Wukong) that year, a big talk Westward Journey, earned my tears. Ningxia, as a shooting place for "Westward Journey", how can I miss it? Drive to Zhenbei Fort, the Helan Mountain on the left hand side and the surrounding yellow-brown earth wall, the desert of the desert is alive. Did not enter the studio, has experienced the original power of the West. This is the place where the movie has the most scenes, and the castle itself is a legend. "Wrangler", "Red Sorghum", "Yellow River", "Yellow River Love", "Westward Journey", "New Longmen Inn", "Reverse Water Cold", "Dal Dunhuang", "Old Persimmon Tree" in the history of Chinese cinema Milestone movies are shot here, and many legendary movies have come out. The Supreme Treasure and Zixia above the tower will remind you of the ending of the movie. The Supreme Treasure holds the sword, and the expression of Zixia is still in front of you. The feelings in my heart are reflected in reflection on myself and then on the understanding of responsibility. After standing for a long time under the castle tower, I looked carefully at the Supreme Treasure and Zixia, repeating the bridge in the movie over and over again, as if to engrave it in my mind.

When I came to Ningxia, I like to go to the Western Film City to see the Westward Journey, and think of the classic lines that love you for 10,000 years.

Zixia and Qingxia are the wicks of the sun and moon lanterns in front of the Buddha's seat (the daytime is Zixia, and the evening is Qingxia). Although the two are the same body, they hate deeply, so Zixia made a vow, who can pull her out. The purple sword in the hand, who is her favorite. The Ziqing Sword was unintentionally pulled out by the Supreme Treasure. Zixia decided to refuse to do so, but was stunned by the Supreme Treasure. After the demon king rescued the purple Xixia lost in the desert, and forced Zixia to marry him, the key moment, the supreme treasure appeared. In the foothills of Helan Mountain, about 30 kilometers west of Yinchuan, the capital of Ningxia Hui Autonomous Region, the nine-generation emperor of Xixia Wangling is located here. I have been sleeping for more than 900 years and still stand upright. The Western Xia Imperial Tomb is also known as the Western Xia Imperial Tomb and the Western Xia Imperial Tomb. It is the imperial tomb of the Western Xia Dynasty and the Royal Tomb. It is one of the largest imperial cemeteries in China with the largest scale and the most complete ground ruins. It is also the largest Xixia cultural site in existence. Into the Western Xia Imperial Tombs

Someone once mentioned that far away, the deserted golden sands are diffused in the desert, there are no large oases, and no one is coming and going.

During the Tang Dynasty, the great poet Wang Wei came to the Ningxia area with the supervision of the imperial censorship. He came to Ningxia and wrote the famous poem "Let the Supreme": "Single East wants to ask, is a country. Juyan. The levy came out of Hansai, and the geese entered Hutian. The desert was solitary and straight, and the long river fell into the sun. Xiao Guanfeng Hou riding, all guarded in Yan Ran. Later, people searched for the "south desert, solitary smoke" In the end, where the magnificent paintings of the Yangtze River and the setting sun are, it is found that there is no more aptitude than the sights and poetry seen in Shapotou. The Westward Tour Shapotou stills is located 22 kilometers west of Zhongwei County, and a high side of the Yellow River. The tens of meters of cliffs and large sand slopes have become a prominent symbol. Shapotou has one desert, yellow river, high mountains and oasis. It has the beauty of the northwest scenery and the beautiful scenery of the south of the Yangtze River. There are some of China's largest natural sand-sanding fields. The Yellow River Culture represents the ancient waterwheel across the Yellow River. It has the oldest water transport on the Yellow River, the sheepskin raft, and the rare mirage in the desert. The desert and the oasis have the same place. Camel to pass through the Tengger Desert, off-road vehicles can ride sand sea surfing, you can enjoy the wonders of Smoke in the desert, river sunset between us disappear.

Looking far away, there is a little bit of flying in the sky, leaving sadness, faintness, and indelible. I want to use a brush to adjust some gentle background, but I dont know how to draw a picture of Feihong, each of which is more than a random tone. At this point, gradually darkened again. I don't know if Zixia and Zhizunbao were sitting here at the time, watching the sky gradually darken, I don't know how long people can be together. Perhaps the sunset is perfect, maybe the sunset is beautiful. But at least that time, they are happy. The sunset in Ningxia is a bit late. At about seven o'clock, there is a lavender in the sky. There is a star and a sickle-like crescent moon hanging in the air. The purple sky makes me not only think of Zixia, if she does not When I meet the Supreme Treasure, I will be very happy, and her Heroes will take her home. black

"A quiet summer, the stars in the sky, some thoughts in my heart, miss your face, I can pretend to be invisible, or I can secretly miss until I touch your warm face, whenever I listen to Liang Jingru's Ningxia, the heart will always yearn for the place where the stars are carrying the thoughts. "Ningxia, is also the real shooting location of "Westward Journey", Shahu, Shapotou, Western Film City, Xixia Wangling..... . Carrying too much memory for the movie after 8090.

Ningxia Shahu Tourist Area is located in the lower reaches of Helan Mountain and the golden bank of the Yellow River. It has the majestic nature of the Gobi Desert and the beauty of the Jiangnan Water Town. It is known as the worldly rare cultural tourist attraction. The vast lakes, the picturesque desert, the graceful reeds, the more than one million migratory birds, the wide variety of fish, the sands, the clear water, the green birds, the birds, the fish, the mountains, the seven resources of the natural resources Combine it into a sea of sand, a world of water, a paradise for fish, and a paradise for birds. Bibo swayed thousands of miles, and the distant mountains reflected the 10,000-point sail; the sand embankment gathered in the eight squares, and the clear sky was wonderfully written by the Kyushu god. In the scenic area, the reeds and the water lanes are vertical and horizontal, and the wildness is natural and unique. The tens of kilometers of ecological reed wetland, surrounded by water, constitutes a unique landscape of tides, tides, fishing boats, snorkeling, seabirds flying, ecological nature, and beautiful landscape paintings.

I finally came to Ningxia to find the traces of "Westward Journey". In Ningxia, look at the stars and leave this crowded crowd to go to the empty desert to see the setting sun and take a look at the growth path of the supreme treasure. Play a "Zixia" and "Supreme Treasure" camp with the loved ones under the romantic starry sky in Qingtongxia 108 towers, to eliminate your troubles, you can also go to Liupanshan to sweep away the heat of summer. Ningxia is located in the north of central China, in the middle and upper reaches of the Yellow River and in the intersection of the desert and the Loess Plateau. It is adjacent to Inner Mongolia, Gansu, Shaanxi and other provinces. It is bordered by Helan Mountain in the north and Liupan Mountain in the south. The Yellow River runs through the north. The whole country, with a long history and culture, is known as the "southern Jiangnan" and is one of the birthplaces of Chinese civilization. Ningxia is located on the "Silk Road" and has historically been an important channel for traffic trade between the east and the west. Here is the Helan Mountain rock painting called "Nomadic Art Gallery", the Western Xia Imperial Tomb, known as the "Oriental Pyramid", the ancient and magnificent Nanguan Mosque, the largest Lama-style building in China, the Qingtongxia 108 Tower, and the "Great Wall of China". The museum is known as the remains of the Great Wall.

When I came to Ningxia, I like to go to the Western Film City to see the Westward Journey, and think of the classic lines that love you for 10,000 years.

Shahu, a different desert landscape, has both the great desert Gobi and the beautiful scenery of the Jiangnan water town. It is known as the little world scenery, and the unique and beautiful scenery is a beautiful place in the south of the Yangtze River. The magnificent scenery is in one piece of "the pearl". You may have seen a sunrise in the mountains, you may have seen a sunrise by the sea, but have you tried to watch a sunrise in the desert? You see, the desert not far away has become a golden color, and I hope that time will stop.

Combining the unique natural landscape of sand and water, the entertainment and leisure projects of Shahu Lake include amusement parks, fascinating maze, western desert, seaplane, water parasailing, desert sand sculpture, etc., so that every visitor can fully integrate into the sand lake. Among the beautiful scenery, you can feel the happiness brought by the tourism of Shahu.

Hooker Road This is the world's third largest off-road resort. The entire canyon is a group stone structure, full of original vicissitudes, and is also the location of the film "Mulan" "Ting Ling". The ladder in Jeep Park was built by 18 employees in 2 months. There is also a limited edition of the Wrangler in the world, a must-see for off-road fans. Come to Hook Park, the male host shows us the ladder, the nearly 70-degree slope, the rugged road, watching everyone nervously holding their breath, but the male owner is very experienced and will drive soon. At the top, the mountain ushered in a cheer. Jackie Chan's crew encountered a flash flood when shooting in Ningxia's location. The crew's vehicles all fell into the mudslide. In the first time, the Hulk team rushed to the scene to rescue the final.