Alxa Travel Guide

Alxa League, located at the westernmost edge of the Inner Mongolia Autonomous Region, is a land of unique desert landscapes, the majestic Helan Mountains, the ancient mystery of the Western Xia Kingdom, and the awe-inspiring Gobi Desert scenery. It is also home to the ancient Juyan culture, the bold Mongolian traditions, and the distant Silk Road civilization.

The region is also notable for its rock art, with the Mandala Mountain petroglyphs serving as a prominent example. This area is one of the most extensive and richest in ancient rock art in China.

Alxa League is home to a diverse range of ethnic groups, including Mongols, Han Chinese, Hui, Manchu, and Tibetans, with the Mongol people being the most prominent and culturally distinctive group. The region’s rich and historically significant prairie culture offers a fascinating experience, where visitors can savor lamb cooked by hand, drink hearty Mongolian liquor, and sing songs to the sky. Here, the harmony between heaven and earth creates a unique, enchanting atmosphere.

Notable Attractions in Alxa League

Eji Banner Museum
Eji Banner Museum - Home to 5176 items
Established on May 18, 2012, the Eji Banner Museum (额济纳旗博物馆) is a state-owned cultural institution covering an area of 11,000 square meters. The museum...
Juyan Lake (juyanhai) A Crescent Moon
Juyan Lake (Juyanhai) - A Crescent Moon
Juyan Lake (居延海, Juyanhai), shaped like a crescent moon, is the terminal lake of the Heihe River, China’s second-largest inland river. Historically...
Guangzong Temple The Most Prestigious Temple In Inner Mongolia
Guangzong Temple - The Most Prestigious Temple in Inner Mongolia
Guangzong Temple (广宗寺), also known in Tibetan as “Danji Leng” and commonly referred to as the “Southern Temple (南寺),” is the largest...
Tengger Desert Scenic Area
Tengger Desert Scenic Area - The Fourth Largest Desert in China
The Tengger Desert (腾格里沙漠), located in the Alxa region of Inner Mongolia, covers an area of over 30,000 square kilometers, making it the fourth-largest...
Ejin Desert Poplar Forest Stunning Autumn Colors
Ejin Desert Poplar Forest - Stunning Autumn Colors
The Ejin Desert Poplar Forest (额济纳胡杨林), known as Ejin Hu Yang Lin National Nature Reserve, covers an impressive area of 26,253 hectares and is classified...
Badain Jaren Desert Desert Of A Thousand Lakes
Badain Jaren Desert - Desert of A Thousand Lakes
The Badain Jaren Desert (巴丹吉林沙漠) is located in the western part of Inner Mongolia, China, at the base of the Yiner Basin, covering an area of 47,000 square...
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Feel free to ask any question about this place ^_^x