[2025 Zhuozi Attraction] Travel Guide for Hongshiya National Ecological Park Inner Mongolia (Updated Jan)

Here is a guide to photographing snow scenes at Hongshiya in Hohhot in winter: Preparation • Clothing: Bring warm clothing such as down jackets, thick sweaters, thermal underwear, scarves, hats, gloves, and snow boots. You can also prepare hand warmers to stick on your body and camera batteries. • Photography equipment: Bring a camera, phone, spare batteries, memory cards, etc. In addition, a tripod and shutter release can help capture stable images, and a polarizing filter can reduce snow glare. • Other items: Prepare a thermos, sunglasses, sunscreen, power bank, etc. If you are driving, you will also need to prepare emergency tools such as snow chains and tow ropes. Transportation • Self-driving: Depart from Hohhot and take County Road 103 or the Jingqing Line to Hongshiya. Set the navigation to "Hongshiya Ecotourism Area." • Public transportation: First take public transportation to a nearby town, then take a taxi or rent a car to the scenic area. Shooting locations and techniques • Hongshiya Temple: Use the red-walled, golden-roofed temple buildings as the main subject, and photograph the snow-covered roofs, flying eaves, and the temple's reflection in the snow. You can use a low-angle shot to highlight the grandeur of the temple. • Alpine meadow grassland: Use a wide-angle lens to capture the vast grassland under the rolling snow-capped mountains. You can also look for elements such as cattle, sheep, and yurts on the grassland to add layers to the image. You can also use a telephoto lens to capture the expressions of animals in the snow. • Hongshiya: Use the reddish-brown cliffs as a background and photograph the unique landscape of the cliffs and snow. You can shoot the cliffs with strong color contrast under the light and shadow at sunrise or sunset. • Glass walkway: Take a bird's-eye view of the snow scene below from the glass walkway, or photograph the back of a person walking on the glass walkway, using the glass reflection to create a unique effect.

Hohhot is truly a treasure trove. My first time visiting Hongshiya I was so lucky to encounter the winter-exclusive Time and Space Gate... and took the best photo of my life. Mountains, snowfields, rivers, forests, temples, and villages Standing on the vast grassland, I realized how peaceful the world can be.🌄 I heard the gentle sound of the wind and saw herds of cattle and sheep.🐂 At this moment, I felt free. - 🌍About the guide 📍Address: Hongshiya, can be a day trip, 2.5 hours one way 🚗Car rental: I was very worried about the slippery road due to heavy snow, so I did a lot of research and found that slipping is inevitable.❗️ In the end, I rented an off-road vehicle with snow mode, trusting in science. 🎫Ticket: CNY 60, no longer CNY 20 for the off-season.🤷 - ⚠️⚠️⚠️Tips ❶｜The beauty of Hongshiya lies in the journey, not the scenic area itself. All the photos were taken during the journey. ❷｜You can go to see the sunset, and the Time and Space Gate is on the grassland (there are no toilets along the way to Hongshiya). ❸｜It's very cold, and the snow is very deep.🥶 Be sure to wear waterproof shoes and dress warmly! Gloves and hats are essential!‼️ ❹｜You may encounter many small animals on the road: herds of cattle and sheep, camels, etc. We encountered a road-blocking grandpa, but it was so interesting.🤣 ❺｜The snow in the northern mountains is hard to melt in winter because the temperature is very low and it snows at night. If you want to see snow, feel free to go. ❻｜‼️Be sure to pay attention to safety when driving.⚠️⚠️⚠️ - ⚠️⚠️⚠️Finally, finally, PS: Hongshiya became the starting point of the journey from the heart in "Goodbye Lover"! It is also the starting point of my love for Hohhot.😭

Come to Hongshiya this winter👣👣 Get the same Hongshiya as in "Goodbye Lover"😎 Hongshiya, known as the Aletai of Inner Mongolia, is more cost-effective than Xinjiang. It takes about 1.5 hours to drive from Hohhot🚗 In winter, Hongshiya is covered with endless snow The continuous snow-capped mountains and the sky reflect each other Here, you can feel the mountains and rivers, the snowfields, and a different winter Tips: The risk factor increases after recent snowfalls, so sedans are not recommended❌ It is best to choose a four-wheel drive off-road vehicle or a vehicle equipped with snow tires✅ There are many beautiful sceneries along the way, so it is recommended to take photos along the way

Hongshiya is located 30 km north of the university town in Zhuozi County, Ulanqab City, Inner Mongolia. You can drive from Hohhot along County Road 103. The road is in good condition and the drive takes about 1.5 hours. 4️⃣ Photography Spots Scenic Area Entrance Archway: The archway has a local style and can be used as a photo background. Take a photo with the archway to capture the moment you arrive at the scenic area. Internet-famous House: Located at P8, turn right at the entrance tower and cross the bridge. The rows of wooden houses make for great photos, perfect for portraits and landscape shots. Alpine Meadow: Covered in snow in winter, the meadow forms a spectacular snow mountain landscape. You can take photos of the snow-covered mountains or capture moments of interaction with cattle and sheep in the snow. Viewing Platform: There are viewing platforms along the road where you can enjoy and photograph the natural beauty of the pine forest and snow. Internet-famous Bend: On the way to the scenic area, you can take photos of the winding road combined with the surrounding snow and mountains to create photos with depth and beauty. ⚠️ Notes The mountain road is difficult to drive on, so bring motion sickness medicine if you get carsick easily. The scenic area is at a high altitude with strong UV rays, so take precautions against sunburn. Check the weather forecast in advance and choose a suitable time to travel. Keep a safe distance when interacting with animals, and do not feed or frighten them.

I must share the incredibly beautiful Hongshiya Tourist Area around Hohhot. It's truly stunning and definitely worth a visit! 😍 🚗【Transportation】 To have more freedom, we chose to rent a car and drive ourselves. Renting a car seems to cost around 300 per day. Navigate to Hongshiya National Ecological Park. After entering the mountains, there might be no signal, but don't worry. There are three forks in the road; take the right at the first and second forks, and the left at the third fork. There are road signs to guide you, so you won't get lost. There is a section without signal, but there are cars all along the way, just follow the crowd. The scenic area has only one-way roads, so once you enter, you can't turn back. You can stop and take photos along the way; the scenery is stunning and very photogenic! The houses in the scenic area belong to the herdsmen. Make sure to use the restroom before entering the scenic area, as the next restroom is at Tianzi Grassland, which is a bit of a distance. Also, there are no gas stations inside the scenic area, so make sure to fill up your tank before entering. The highland grasslands consume fuel quickly. 💪 📷【Photography】 1. Outside Hongshiya Scenic Area: About 5km from the scenic area, there is a free small dirt hill where you can take beautiful photos embracing the sky. It's easy to find, just one road, and many cars will stop here. The hill is a bit steep, so don't wear high heels. 👠 2. Inside Hongshiya Scenic Area: The scenic area is a straight road to the end. Stop wherever you like. If you want to watch the sunset, find an open spot inside the scenic area and wait. Don't leave the scenic area, as the mountain roads outside won't give you a good view of the sunset. 🌄 🎒【Grassland Essentials】 Windbreaker, sun protection clothing, beautiful dresses, sun hat, mosquito repellent, mask, sunglasses, boots, sunscreen, raincoat, umbrella, cash, backpack, power bank, food, and drinks. Don't miss any of these to make your grassland trip perfect. 😉 💡Little tips: ① Buy tickets at the entrance for 60 yuan per person, or book online. ② There are herdsmen's horses inside the scenic area. Horse riding costs between 50 and 100 yuan. If you want to ride a horse, do it at the front where there are pastures, as there are no horses further in. Make sure to find a legitimate horse team with someone holding the reins. Don't startle the horses; safety first. 💕

Traveling in Inner Mongolia, starting from Hohhot, it takes about an hour and a half to reach a sunflower field located outside the Hongshiya National Ecological Park in Zhuozi County, Ulanqab City, deep in the Daqing Mountains. Unlike the 'sea of sunflowers' I saw last month in Altay, Xinjiang, and just last week in Kazakhstan, the vast and flat sunflower fields here look like they were leveled with a spirit level during the early growth stage. The endless sea of flowers is so beautiful that it is irresistible to stop and admire them. Friends who are traveling or driving here recently should not miss it~ Of course, the Hongshiya Scenic Area, which charges 60 yuan per person and does not charge vehicle fees, is also worth a visit in my opinion. Especially the Hongshiya Temple, which looks stunning from a distance, with its architecture set against the blue sky, white clouds, and green grass, making it unforgettable. Note: The entire scenic area and the route to Hongshiya are very clean. There is no 'dirty, messy, and poor' situation like in some volcanic scenic areas. Even the not-so-wide lanes are orderly and courteous, with no trash cans or visible administrators, yet no one litters. Truly deserving of a thumbs up. I share these travel memories and encounters with everyone. If anyone feels the same or has other encounters, feel free to leave a comment in the comment section. Tips: There are not many public restrooms along the way, so everyone should prepare in advance according to their own situation. The temperature difference between morning and evening is large, so it is recommended to bring jackets and long pants. Families traveling with children can drive to the top of the mountain, where the scenery is excellent and the cost of horse riding and taking photos is not high. Hongshiya National Ecological Park, Ulanqab, Inner Mongolia

Hongshiya, also known as Golden Turtle Temple. I started from the urban area of ​​Hohhot, which is very close to Hohhot. We set off at three o'clock in the afternoon. It was really beautiful all the way. We took a lot of photos before we even reached the mountain. Hahaha~ We got to the mountain around four o'clock and watched the sunset. We didn't go back until after eight o'clock. This ticket is worth 40 yuan. The entrance ticket to the scenic spot is 60 yuan. You can find it here. The chartered driver will buy it on your behalf! Some drivers may be cheaper. Inside Hongshiya, you can enjoy horse riding and camel milk. When you went there, you encountered a kite festival. There were so many kites in the sky that you felt it was unnecessary to play (there was no experience). Tips: Hongshiya is an alpine pasture with changeable weather. When the weather is good, wear physical sun protection. In cloudy or light rainy weather, the temperature will be very low, so be sure to bring a jacket and trousers. Regarding accommodation: Locals do not recommend staying in yurts. They are relatively humid, have many mosquitoes, and have average facilities.

The closest grassland to Hohhot is Redstone Cliff, which is just an hour's drive from the city. The journey is filled with beautiful scenery, so it doesn't feel long at all!! Along the way, there's a large sunflower field, which is super cute. The grass is still very green this month, and the curves on the road are perfect for taking amazing photos, it really looks like a little Switzerland. To capture the photos on p4p5, you have to climb up the big hill, which is located between Bashang and Hongshaba on the map. The entrance fee for the Redstone Cliff scenic area is 60 yuan, and after entering, you drive all the way to Tianci Grassland. Along the way, you'll see lots of little calves and ponies, and even witnessed a family of calves crossing the road looking at motorcycles, haha, so cute!! Inside the scenic area, there are horse and camel rides available. According to local friends, taking a short ride is quite expensive, so it's okay not to ride, especially since I'm quite scared of horseback riding anyway Small tips - Be sure to bring a jacket, it's incredibly cold on the mountain, I almost froze to death - When going to the grassland, it's better to wear long pants. The sunflower field is really beautiful, and if you wear shorts, you won't be able to go down to take photos because the grass is very prickly A few thoughts I really advise those who have been living in the city for a long time, especially in a competitive place like Beijing, to call up friends and go to the grassland. After being in the city for so long, I've come to realize how precious friendship is. It's so rare to find friends with whom you can share a deep connection. To take a car to such an open place, with no clients, no work, no WeChat, no Tencent meetings, just a pure gathering between people, it's almost moving to tears when I think about it after coming back. There's always time for work, and there's always time for superficiality. But when true friends gather, they can travel thousands of miles together.

| A stunningly beautiful lesser-known grassland - Hongshiya Mountain Pasture. During the summer vacation of 2023, I went to Hohhot for a concert and took the opportunity to explore around the city. I originally planned to visit the Huitengxile Grassland, but I heard it was crowded, so I found the Hongshiya scenic area which is closer. 🚙 Driving from Hohhot to the Hongshiya scenic area, the journey is over 60 kilometers, and once you leave the urban area, it's mostly mountain roads. Following the navigation, you can reach the entrance of the scenic area within two hours, where you need to buy a ticket 🎫, 60 yuan per person. The scenery gets better as you approach the scenic area, and there are places to stop and gaze into the distance along the way. It's best to drive an SUV or a mid-to-large size car. ⛰️ July and August are the most beautiful months for the grasslands. The innermost part of the Hongshiya scenic area is called Tianci Grassland, which is a high mountain pasture. This area is still relatively less visited by tourists, with lush grass and sheep and cattle scattered everywhere, offering stunning views! You can see the endless grasslands, rolling hills, and flat grassland roads. 📸 Here you can ride horses and camels, and it's recommended to wear white or light-colored clothes for better photos. You can also camp overnight 🏕️. 🌌 At night, you can see the Milky Way with the naked eye, and occasionally the trajectory of satellites passing through the brilliant starry sky. However, capturing the Milky Way is a bit difficult due to the light pollution from Hohhot in the south.

🪨Red Cliff Ecological Park, 4A scenic spot, a diversified tourist area integrating grassland culture, red culture, water culture, and pastoral culture, with unique high mountain ⛰️ meadow grassland, hot spring vacation and recuperation, water park, children's park, 9D glass suspension bridge, Tianquan Reservoir, Swan 🦢 Lake and other bases. 📍Location: 30 kilometers north of the University Town, Zhuozi County, Ulanqab City, Inner Mongolia Autonomous Region Blue sky, white clouds☁️, green land, sheep, the lake is the same color as the sky, the sunset and hundreds of birds fly together, a beautiful grassland landscape painting🖼️ 🚗You can see the beautiful scenery on the way to the Red Cliff Scenic Area. The scenery here is beautiful whether it is winter or summer. Cars can enter the scenic area, and there are also mountain roads inside. ❄️Tips 1️⃣The mountain road is not easy to walk, the car sways left and right on the road, if you get dizzy😵‍💫, it is recommended to bring motion sickness medicine!! 2️⃣The altitude in Inner Mongolia is high, even in winter, the ultraviolet rays will not be weak! 3️⃣In terms of clothing, in addition to keeping warm, you can also choose some with a large color difference from the environment, such as red, blue, etc., and you can also match a pair of sunglasses🕶️ (the snowflakes are super dazzling under the reflection of the sun, you need to prepare a pair) 4️⃣You will see toilets🚻 along the way, go to the convenience when you see it, after all, there are only two for the whole journey! 💵Ticket: 60💰, no need for ID card, you can buy it when you arrive at the scenic spot 🍽️Eat There is a restaurant at the entrance of the scenic area where you can eat, and you can also bring some snacks and water. Travel🚏 Self-driving from Hohhot is 60 kilometers, a journey of 1 and a half hours. The journey from Xiaojingou to Red Cliff is very beautiful. It is common to encounter camels🐫, cattle, and sheep on the road. You can get off the car and take pictures with them📸, but don't get too close!