Helingeer in a Day: Cultural Gems and Industrial Marvel

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by Isabella

March 30, 2024 · 1 min read

Helingeer 1 Day Itinerary

Embark on a one-day journey through Helingeer, a destination that offers a glimpse into both the past and the present. Begin your adventure at the Ih Juu Temple, a historic site that promises tranquility and a peek into spiritual heritage for two hours. Wander through the temple grounds and admire the intricate architecture. Next, stroll down Saishang Old Street for an hour, where the past comes alive. This characteristic neighborhood brims with cultural vibrancy, offering a chance to witness local life and perhaps collect some unique souvenirs. Conclude your day with a visit to the Mengniu Industrial Scenic Spot. Spend two hours exploring one of China's leading dairy product manufacturers, and gain insight into the country's industrial advancements. This itinerary is perfect for those who appreciate a mix of cultural depth and modern achievements, all within the span of a single day.

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Day 1: Spiritual Serenity and Cultural Charm in Helingeer

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Ih Juu Temple

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Begin your Helingeer journey with a peaceful visit to the Ih Juu Temple, a serene sanctuary nestled in the heart of Hohhot. As the first stop of the day, this historic temple offers a tranquil retreat where you can immerse yourself in spiritual contemplation. Spend a couple of hours exploring the intricate architecture and absorbing the temple's storied past, a perfect introduction to the region's rich cultural tapestry.

Attraction Info

  • Dazhao Street, Yuquan District, Hohhot City
  • Suggested tour duration: 2-3 hour
  • Open from 1/1-12/31(Summer),8:00am-6:30pm;Open from 1/1-12/31(Winter),8:30am-5:30pm

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Saishang Old Street

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After replenishing your spirit at Ih Juu Temple, take a leisurely stroll to Saishang Old Street, just a short distance away. This characteristic neighborhood is a vibrant tapestry of local life and history, where every corner tells a story. With an hour to wander, you can admire the traditional facades, shop for unique souvenirs, and perhaps sample some local delicacies. Saishang Old Street is a delightful contrast to the morning's tranquility, offering a glimpse into the daily bustle of Helingeer.

Attraction Info

  • Ningwu Lane, Yuquan District, Hohhot City
  • Suggested tour duration: 1-2 hour
  • Open 24 hours
1 h 9 min,65.83 km
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Mengniu Industrial Scenic Spot

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Conclude your day with an intriguing visit to the Mengniu Industrial Scenic Spot, a testament to Helingeer's modern industrial achievements. Set within the Shengle Economic Park, this factory tour provides a unique perspective on the production processes of one of China's leading dairy brands. Allocate a couple of hours to discover the innovation and technology that powers Mengniu, rounding off your day with an educational and fascinating experience.

Attraction Info

  • Mengniu Phase 6 Factory, Shengle Economic Park, Helinger County, Hohhot City
  • Suggested tour duration: 2-3 hour
  • Open from 9:10am-11:00am,1:30pm-4:00pm

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Mengniu Industrial Scenic Spot
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Highlights:
The headquarters (factory) of Inner Mongolia Mengniu Dairy (Group) Co., Ltd. is located in Shengle Economic Park, Helinger County, Inner Mongolia, about 40 kilometers away from the urban area of Hohhot. The industrial park can provide tourists with sightseeing tours. Mengniu's liquid milk production line and corporate culture are very attractive to tourists. In order to facilitate tours, Mengniu has built a fully enclosed tour channel. There are full-time tour guides who are responsible for the reception, explanation and management of tourists. It is displayed to tourists in an easy-to-understand form, so that tourists can understand the whole process of production in a very short time. There is the Aoya International Ranch covering an area of 8,848 acres, a highly intelligent production base where robots play the leading role, a high-tech dairy research institute, and the world's largest livestock and poultry biogas power plant, providing visitors with an understanding of Mengniu and the dairy industry. full perspective. Visitors who come to visit here may also receive a Mengniu product, sometimes a pack of milk, sometimes a Mengniu pudding or a Mengniu ice cream. The factory also provides free explanation services for tourists.
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Ih Juu Temple
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Highlights:
Ih Juu Temple in downtown Hohhot was built in the 8th year of the Ming Emperor Wanli (1580) by Altan Khan, the leader of the Mongolian Tümed. The temple belongs to the Gelug (or Yellow) School of Tibetan Buddhism. Priceless cultural relics not to be missed on a visit to Ih Juu Temple include a silver statue of the Buddha Sakyamuni, the dragon columns and the colorful wall murals. The pure silver statue of the Buddha Sakyamuni in the temple’s main hall weighs 1,500kg. Immediately in front of the Buddha Sakyamuni are two golden dragons entwined around the columns, aptly named the Dragon Columns. Because the murals were painted with mineral-based colors, the colors remain bright and vibrant even today. The murals’ content is mostly classical stories from Buddhist scripture.
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Inner Mongolia Museum
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Highlights:
In order to gain a better understanding of the Mongolian people, the Inner Mongolia Museum is an ideal place to visit. Located in Hothot, the building itself showcases aspects of unique architecture and characteristics of the region.In addition to the displays showcasing the historical aspects of the people of the area, there are also plant, animal and mineral samples and specimens of Inner Mongolia on display as well. The culture and customs of the people are seen and felt here, from their beginning through the Yuan dynasty, to the Ming dynasty and then the Qing dynasty.
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Xilitu Zhao  Temple
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Highlights:
Xilituzhao is a large-scale temple in Hohhot, commonly known as "Xiaozhao" by the locals. Xilitu means "dharma seat" in Mongolian, and the Chinese name of the temple is "Yanshou Temple". It used to hold the power of the Yellow Sect in Hohhot. Xili Tuzhao building Hongchang is an exquisite Tibetan temple. Despite four hundred years of wind and rain, it is still relatively intact. The Great Scripture Hall is the main building of Xili Tuzhao. It is splendid and splendid. It adopts a Tibetan-style structure. The walls are decorated with colored glazed bricks, which form various patterns and patterns, which are dazzling and full of strong artistic effects. In front of the main hall, you can also see the "Pingding Galdan Jigong Monument"; in the southeast of the temple, there is a white tower, 15 meters high, very majestic. Every year, Xi Lituzhao also holds religious activities such as Buddhist meetings and dancing "Qiamu", which are very lively. On weekdays, compared with the Dazhao Temple on the opposite side of the road, this place is quieter. The tour group usually only goes to the Dazhao Temple, and most of the followers of Tibetan Buddhism come here. When you go to Xilitou to play, you can often hear the sound of chanting.
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Saishang Old Street
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Highlights:
Saishang Old Street is located near Dazhao Temple on Danan Street, Hohhot City. It is an ancient street with Ming and Qing architectural styles. It was built in Dazhao during the Wanli period of the Ming Dynasty. There is a side street on the west side of the gate, and an archway is erected. It is called Saishang Old Street. The old street is actually not old. Saishang Old Street is a street that the city government spent two years renovating and reflecting the highlights of the historical and cultural city.
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Helingeer 1 Day Itinerary