1 Day in Tumoteyouqi: Dunes & Lamasery Wonders

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by Noah

May 8, 2024 · 1 min read

Tumoteyouqi 1 Day Itinerary

Embark on a one-day journey through the enchanting landscapes of Tumoteyouqi, where the mystical Whistling Dune Bay awaits your arrival. Begin your adventure at the awe-inspiring dunes of Xiangshawan, where the sands sing beneath your feet, offering a full day of exploration and unique desert activities. After immersing yourself in the vastness of the dunes, travel to the spiritual sanctuary of Wudangzhao Lamasery. Spend two hours in this sacred temple complex, the largest and best-preserved lamasery in Inner Mongolia, where history and spirituality intertwine. This compact itinerary is designed to give you a taste of Tumoteyouqi's natural beauty and cultural richness, all within the span of a single, unforgettable day.

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1 Day in Tumoteyouqi Itinerary: Day 1

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Whistling Dune Bay (Xiangshawan)

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Begin your Tumoteyouqi adventure with the enchanting melodies of the Whistling Dune Bay (Xiangshawan), nestled in the heart of Dalad, Ordos. As the first stop of your day, immerse yourself in the unique acoustic phenomenon where the sands sing beneath your feet. Spend a full day exploring this natural wonder, sliding down the smooth dunes, or simply basking in the vastness of the desert. The Whistling Dune Bay is not just a feast for the ears but also a playground for the adventurous soul.

Attraction Info

  • Dalad, Ordos, Inner Mongolia, China
  • Suggested tour duration: 0.5-1 day
  • Open from 8:30am-6:00pm

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Wudangzhao Lamasery

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After the symphony of sands, find serenity at the Wudangzhao Lamasery, a spiritual oasis that stands as a testament to the region's rich religious heritage. Located in the Shiguai District of Baotou City, this temple is a two-hour journey into the heart of Tibetan Buddhism. Marvel at the intricate architecture and the peaceful ambiance that envelops the lamasery. As the second highlight of your day, let the Wudangzhao Lamasery's sacred halls and ancient relics transport you to a realm of tranquility and contemplation.

Attraction Info

  • Wudangzhao, Shiguai District, Baotou City
  • Suggested tour duration: 2-3 hour
  • Open from 04/01-10/15,8:30am-5:45pm

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Meidaizhao Lamasery
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Highlights:
Meidaizhao Lamasery was founded during the reign of Ming Emperor Qianlong. It was an important center for the introduction of Lamaism into Mongolia. Blending Mongolian, Tibetan and Central Plains Han Chinese styles, this is a rare site that integrates temples, palaces and ponds. Main buildings in the lamasery include the Scripture Hall, Taihe Tower, Mahavira Hall and Taihou Monastery. Tall and majestic, the imposingly magnificent temple has many statues of Buddhas and bodhisattvas, as well as various items used in the practice of Buddhism. The walls are painted with murals depicting Buddhist stories.
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Whistling Dune Bay (Xiangshawan)
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China's desert resort - Inner Mongolia Xiangshawan is a large-scale comprehensive desert leisure scenic Attraction integrating sightseeing and leisure vacation. It is located at the eastern end of China's seventh largest desert - Kubuqi Desert. It is a desert tourist resort in China that is relatively close to the mainland and Beijing. It is a national AAAAA-level tourist Attraction and a national cultural industry demonstration base. It has more than 500 camel teams.

"I am a grain of sand" - this is the first sentence that the people of Xiangshawan say to every guest from afar.

"A world of a grain of sand" - this is the endless joyful realm of Xiangshawan where the people and guests are integrated into nature and free and unfettered like a fairy.

In this world of sand, there is a surreal yet realistic paradise.

Xiangshawan is developed with the concept of green, ecological, environmental protection, energy saving and low carbon, and is the first desert resort and the pioneer of low carbon tourism.



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Wudangzhao Lamasery
Wudangzhao Lamasery
4.5/5 · 1,382 review
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Highlights:
Wudang is located in the depths of Daqing Mountain in Baotou City. A white building built on the hills is surrounded by mountains. Wudangzhao Lamasery is a typical Tibetan Buddhist temple style. There is no unified central axis. All the halls are scattered irregularly in the valley. There are no walls and courtyards, and the buildings are self-contained.
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Northern Weapon City
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The famous Northern Weapons City is located in Fuqiang Road, Qingshan District,Baotou City. It is a military tourist place in china and it was built by the Northern Heavy Industry Group which is an important military enterprise in China, At present, the artillery of tank guns most of the main howitzers, mortars, self-propelled artillery, and artillery shells are manufactured here.If you are a military fan, the weapon city can not be missed. The whole weapon city is divided into four parts as the main square area, the weapon display area, the peace square, and the leisure and entertainment area.The weapon display area is a main place for tourists to enjoy.
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Jiufengshan Mountain Natural Reserve
Jiufengshan Mountain Natural Reserve
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Highlights:
Jiufeng Mountain Scenic Spot is located in Tuyou Banner, Baotou City. There are not only large and small peaks and cliffs standing here, majestic and majestic shores, but also canyons and ravines, streams and waterfalls are also very characteristic. It is located in the north of the Tumochuan Plain, overlooking the Yellow River, with clumps of cliffs, cascading waterfalls, and deep trees and forests. People can enjoy the beauty of nature here. There are many dangerous peaks in Jiufeng Mountain. The main peak is called "Little Taishan", with an altitude of 2338 meters. In particular, the "shimmering" Shihu Lake, the "one-man's gate, ten-thousand-man's-not-open" sky, as well as the vivid and lifelike Reclining Buddha Peak, Kirin Peak, Dushu Peak, etc. Fantastic. In particular, it is worth mentioning the Chaoyang Cave at the top of the nine peaks. It is located on a high place with its back to the north and the south. It welcomes the sunrise in the morning and sends the sunset in the evening. At the top of the southern edge of Daqing Mountain, about 9 kilometers north of Saraki Town, there is a beautiful and mysterious natural cave. Chaoyang Cave is divided into outer cave and inner cave. Entering the outer cave, about 10 meters east, is the inner cave. The outer cave is tall and wide in front and narrow in the back; the inner cave is a deep and unfathomable cave. It is said that there is a giant python in this cave, so since ancient times, Chaoyang Cave has been regarded as a place of gods, and people from far and near have come to worship and pray. After a long time, temple buildings appeared on the mountain below Chaoyang Cave, the statue of the python immortal was also formed in Chaoyang Cave, and there were also resident monks in the temple. During Buddhist festivals and temple fairs on the 17th day of the lunar calendar, tourists and believers flock here, making it very lively.
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Tumoteyouqi 1 Day Itinerary