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Xilinhot is one of top tourist cities of China. Located in the middle
of Inner Mongolian Autonomous Region is the Xilin Gol Grasslands,
bordering on the Republic of Mongolia in the north and neighboring
Hebei Province in the south. Within the zone are vast stretches of
natural grasslands and landscapes of sandy land, lakes and volcanic
remains, the most typical prairie scenery in Inner Mongolia. It is
also one of the main regions where the Mongol ethnic group live in
compact communities. The zone boasts a great number of historical
sites. Xilinhot is approximately 500km northeast of Hohhot and 600km
north of Beijing. The town of Xilinhot is well connected with highways
going in all directions. There are also air and rail routes linking
it with Hohhot and Beijing. The city boasts good natural grazing grounds
and various species of wild fauna and flora. Its scenic spots include
the Beizi Temple and Xiri Tala Holiday Resort. The joy of a place
like this is that you are already in the grasslands - they begin at
the edge of town.
Well in terms of food Xilinhot has not much to offer but one can
try some great Mongol food in Hohhot which is well connected with
Xilinhot. The most famous specialties in Hohhot are the many meat
dishes, with the focus mainly on mutton or lamb. The most famous
dish in town is undoubtedly the Mongolian hotpot, which can be found
in most restaurants. The best place to try this specialty is in
the city's chain restaurant, "Dunlaishun", that has spawned
thousands of copies across China. Also worth trying is the succulent
roast leg of lamb that is a tasty, although often a little too fatty,
addition to a culinary trip to the city. Leg of lamb is often expensive,
up to RMB200. Probably the most commonly eaten dish in the city
is the hand-held mutton. |
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