Where is the Ulanqab Prairie?

Ulanqab Prairie is in the central part of Inner Mongolia Autonomous Region.

Ulanqab Prairie is located in the central part of Inner Mongolia Autonomous Region, China, about 400 kilometers away from Beijing. It covers Ulanqab City and its surrounding areas and is one of the important components of the Inner Mongolia grassland. Ulanqab Prairie has open terrain and lush grasslands. It is one of the most representative prairie in China. It is the traditional residence of Mongolian herders and one of the important nodes along the ancient Silk Road.

Ulanqab Prairie is famous for its magnificent grassland scenery, unique folk culture and rich ecological resources. Here, you can enjoy vast grasslands, running cattle and sheep, traditional yurts, horseback riding and archery and other rich and diverse grassland cultural experiences. It is also one of the favorite destinations for many tourists and photography enthusiasts.

Climate environment of Ulanqab Prairie

1. Drought: Ulanqab Prairie is a typical arid area with low annual precipitation. Summers are relatively humid, but rain is sometimes unevenly distributed and may be concentrated in a few heavy rainfall events, while winters are relatively dry.

2. Large temperature difference: The temperature difference between day and night in Ulanqab Prairie is obvious, especially in summer. The days can be very hot and the nights can become cold, with the temperature difference between day and night reaching more than 10 degrees Celsius.

3. Severe cold winter: Winter is cold and dry from the end of November to the end of February. The temperature can drop to minus 20 degrees Celsius or even lower. Common northwest winds and occasional cold air bring additional cold.