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Xilin Gol Citywalk: 3-Day Itinerary — Galloping Across Paradise Grasslands
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Xilin Gol Citywalk: 3-Day Itinerary — Galloping Across Paradise Grasslands
Overview
Xilin Gol, "River on the Plateau" in Mongolian — one of China's four great grasslands. Three days of horseback riding, yurt stays, and Mongolian feasts.
Best Season: late Jun-Sep | Budget: ¥800-1,200
Day 1: Xilinhot
Beizi Temple (free), Erdun Oboo, Xilin Gol Museum (free). Mongolian roast lamb back.
Day 2: West Ujimqin Grassland
Horse riding (¥200/hr), herder family visits, Naadam Festival (Jul-Aug).
Day 3: Xanadu World Heritage Site (¥50) + Duolun Lake (¥40)
Yuan Dynasty summer capital, visited by Marco Polo.
Food
- Boiled lamb (¥80)
- Roast lamb ribs
- Mongolian milk tea + fried millet





