Hohhot

Hohhot (Chinese: 呼和浩特 Hūhéhàotè; Mongolian: {{MongolUnicode|ᠬᠥᠬᠡᠬᠣᠲᠠ Kökeqota ) is the capital of Inner Mongolia, and part of a metropolitan area with a population of around 2.5 million.

Hohhot Halal Travel Guide

Although Hohhot has only been the capital of Inner Mongolia since 1947, it has taken on the role with ease and with a rapidly growing population (around 1.6 million) it has begun to challenge Baotou as the region's industrial and economic powerhouse. Although only around 11% of the city's population are indigenous Mongols, Mongolian Buddhism (an offshoot of Tibetan Buddhism) continues to thrive and Mongolian culture is actively preserved. As a new capital and the city lacks an abundance of historical and tourist sites. However, it is still definitely worth visiting if in the area. The city is at its greenest and most pleasant in Spring and early Summer.

Because of the large Hui Muslim population, restaurants with a green or yellow sign are generally Halal and will not serve Beef. Mentioning Beef to the owner is considered a grave insult and should be avoided. Take the opportunity to sample the mutton dishes instead.

Travel to Hohhot

Buy a Flight ticket to and from Hohhot

Hohhot Baita International Airport (IATA Flight Code: HET) is Inner Mongolia's main airport. It is one hour outside of Hohhot; regular flights are available to Beijing, Chifeng, Guangzhou, Hailar, Shanghai, Shenzhen, Shijiazhuang, Tianjin,Wuhan, Xi'an, and Xilinhot.

International flights are available to Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia.

By Rail

Hohhot is connected to the following cities by rail: Baotou (2 hr), Beijing (6-11 hr), Datong (4 hr), Erenhot (9 hr), Yinchuan (9 hr), Moscow and Ulaanbaatar.

There are two train stations in Hohhot: Hohhot (Huhehaote), and the newer Hohhot East (Huhehaotedong).

The Beijing to Hohhot overnight train is K89. K89 departs at 21:00 and arrives at 07:20 (9 hr). The K90 from Hohhot to Beijing departs at 21:23 and arrives at 07:20 (cost is ~US$24 for a hard sleeper).

Trains 4652 and 4653 run between Hohhot and Erlian. The train leaving from Hohhot departs at 22:00 and arrives at 06:08 (cost is about US$11 for a hard sleeper).

Travel on a Bus in Hohhot

The long distance bus station is located next to main train station. Facing the station, it is on the left side of the square.

There are regular bus services to the following cities: Baotou (2 hr), Beijing (8-11 hr), Datong (4 hr), Erlian (6-7 hr, ¥88) and Dongsheng (3 hr).

How to get around in Hohhot

Best way to travel in Hohhot by a Taxi

Taxis start at ¥6 during the day (¥7.50 at night?) and are highly available throughout the day. Taxis are difficult to flag 14:00-15:00 as people go back to work as well as during early evening, or with foul weather. Many streets have regular traffic jams so be prepared to sit and watch the meter.

Travel on a Bus in Hohhot

Busses run until 20:30 during the winter. English schedules are difficult to find.

Travel by bicycle in Hohhot

Bicycles are by far the most convenient and common in the city. Be careful with the new/foreign traffic patterns. Left turns occur after straight traffic, typically bicycles turn left from the bicycle lane with auto traffic through intersections. Following local traffic is often the safest way to ride and will orient you to traffic patterns, customs, and flow. During peak hours, traffic police will dictate crossing times. Parking your bicycle is easy and convenient in the 'corral' spaces.Attendants will issue you and your bicycle matching 'sticks' and your bicycle will be generally safe while you shop or go to work. Rates are ¥0.5-2/day. Hours may vary.

There are now several apps for smart phones that can be used to hire bicycles, in particular (once linked to a bank card) the social media app Wechat or the wallet app Alipay can be used to hire many public bicycles.

By foot

Depending on construction levels, walking the city is very easy and common and is perhaps the best way to interact with local residents. During peak hours, traffic police will dictate crossing times. Theft and molestation is generally not high in the city, however prudence should always be trainingd. As a city spectacle, a smile will often turn obvious bewilderment of the passing people into delight. Try it out! ¥0.5-1 is a reasonable amount to offer beggars and the homeless, as well as empty plastic bottles.

What to see in Hohhot

• Da Zhao Temple - 大召寺; Dàzhāosì | a lot of buses from almost everywhere go here ¥70 The oldest Buddhist monastery in the city constructed in 1579. A 2.5-meter silver statue of Sakyamuni Buddha is among the temples most precious treasures.

• Inner Mongolia Museum - 内蒙古博物院; Nèiměnggǔ Bówùyuàn - 40.8383, 111.73111 take bus 3 from Xinhua Plaza, various other buses from elsewhere in town also go there Inner Mongolia Museum - Inner Mongolia Museum 3410768 Exhibitions of the flora and fauna and history of (Inner) Mongolia from the stone age until modern times, as well as on minerals and mining, space exploration, and dinosaurs. Although not all captions are in English there is still a lot of information available and it's not difficult to understand the exhibitions.

• Temple of the Five Pagodas - 五塔寺; Wǔtasì | about 20 minutes walk southeast of Da Zhao ¥75 An Indian style temple constructed in 1732. Famous for its frescos of 1,500 carved figures of Buddha and the inscription of the Diamond Sutra and an engraved Mongolian star chart.

• The Great Mosque | Walk north for about 10 minutes from Da Zhao along the primary street, it's on the right side The oldest and largest mosque in the city built in 1693 in Chinese style.

• Tomb of Princess Zhaojun - 昭君墓; Zhāojūnmù | take bus No. 6 from Da Zhao, switch to bus No. 44 that will take you there ¥65 The resting place of Han princess who voluntarily married a nomad Hun chief to secure peace. She is attributed with the ability to perform miracles. Also contains a small but interesting museum about the Huns including English captions.TombofPrincessZhaojun1 - Tomb of Princess Zhaojun

• Xilitu Zhao - 席力图召; Xílìtúzhào | 112 Danan Street, Yuquan District Opposite Da Zhao ¥70 The largest Buddhist temple in the city and main seat of Buddhism in Inner Mongolia.

Top Muslim Travel Tips for Hohhot

• Dazhao Temple Festivals | Songjing Da Fahui (8th-15th of the 1st and 6th lunar months), Songbalin (14th day of the 1st and 6th lunar months), Liang Dafo (15th day of the 1st and 6th lunar months), and Mani Hui (14th-17th day of eighth lunar month).

• Get to the mountains | take bus 54 north until it ends at the edge of town; this bus can be easily caught along the north side of Xinhua Plaza heading west

• Great Wall
• Wind Turbines
• People's park | Zhongshan west road - You can drive a pedal boat (50 ¥/60 ¥ for 2/4 people) on one of the lakes, ride a giant wheel or just walk around in this very nice park. Parts are like an amusement park, other parts just like a normal park. No entrance fee for the park.

Halal Food & Restaurants

• Bei Guo Zhi Chun (The Garden Restaurant) - High A greenhouse/warehouse turned into a massive eatery where plants are abundant as well as water features, indoor yurts, and private space. Great for parties or intimate dinners. The menu is very comprehensive. Tea is not free but is delicious. Wait staff is friendly and places orders via wireless PDAs so it may seem they are pushy.

• Zang Can Cafe (Tibet Food Bar) | In the heart of the city, east side of Xinhua Plaza, look down the alley way south of the hotel, it is on the north side - High A small Tibetan restaurant. Great food, atmosphere & jewelry. Private room can sit a dozen people.

• Xi Bei | Chengjisihan Dajie, Xincheng District - GPS: At the new stadium to the northwest of the city - High

A northwestern Chinese cuisine chain, which started in Inner Mongolia; one of the four stores in Hohhot. The menu is very comprehensive. Tea is not free. The menu is in Chinese and English and meals are delivered via roller skate. Maybe someday they'll re-label the Noodles appetizer called "Panda-crusted noodles." Plenty of superior Muslim friendly rooms available. Wait staff is friendly and places orders via wireless PDAs so it may seem they are pushy.

• Mongolian Food the Race Track - High Meals served in traditional Mongolian style in your own private yurt.

• Fengwei Huoguo | just southwest of Xinhua Plaza, facing north with a large green sign - Medium Seafood hotpot. Busy every night, for good reason.

• Shiao Hotel | a large hotel along Zhongshan road, west of Victory shopping plaza, with a multi-colored deck at 22 stories with a large Eiffel Tower like radio tower atop it -- Hard to miss Opening Hours: Buffet closes at 21:00 doors close at 21:30 The buffet is ¥70/person Buffet overlooking all of Hohhot that rotates so you get the whole 360. Come early.

• Vienna Pub - 维也纳港湾 | Hulunbeier Nan Road (呼伦贝尔南路) Near Dizhiju Nan Jie - Club with live bands playing Mongolian music all night long. Frequented by many ethnic Mongolians.

eHalal Group Launches Halal Guide to Hohhot

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The Travel Guide encompasses a wide range of features that will undoubtedly enhance the travel experience for Muslim visitors to Hohhot. Key components include:

Halal-Friendly Accommodations in Hohhot: A carefully selected list of hotels, lodges, and vacation rentals that cater to halal requirements, ensuring a comfortable and welcoming stay for Muslim travelers in Hohhot.

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Local Attractions: An engaging compilation of Muslim-friendly attractions, cultural sites such as Museums, and points of interest in Hohhot, enabling travelers to explore the city's rich heritage while adhering to their values.

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Speaking about the launch, Irwan Shah, Chief Technology Officer of eHalal Travel Group in Hohhot, stated, "We are thrilled to introduce our Halal and Muslim-Friendly Travel Guide in Hohhot, a Muslim friendly destination known for its cultural richness and historical significance. Our goal is to empower Muslim travelers with accurate information and resources, enabling them to experience the wonders of Hohhot without any concerns about their faith-based requirements. This initiative reaffirms our commitment to creating inclusive and memorable travel experiences for all our clients."

The eHalal Travel Group's Halal and Muslim-Friendly Travel Guide for Hohhot is now accessible on this page. The guide will be regularly updated to ensure that Muslim travelers have access to the latest information, thus reinforcing its status as a reliable companion for Muslim travelers exploring Hohhot.

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Muslim Friendly Hotels

• Anda Guesthouse - Qiaokao West Street, Saihan District (赛罕区桥靠西街; Sàihǎnqū Qiáokàoxījiē) From the train station, take bus 2, 37 or 61, get off at Inner Mongolia Hospital (内蒙古医院) ☎ +86 471 6918039 Dorms ¥60; doubles ¥280 Electric hob available for cooking, tea & coffee (¥20), light breakfast, train station pick-up, DVDs, internet (¥20 per half hour) and hot showers available without extra charge. Towels for rent (¥7).

• Pinnacle Hotel | Zhao Wu Da Road ☎ +86 471 4316688
• Yunzhong Hotel Hohhot | 27 West Zhongshan Road ☎ +86 471 6968822 +86 471 6962236
• Binyue Hotel - 52 Zhaowuda Road, Saihan neighborhood ☎ +86 471 6605588 +86 471 4310808
• Inner Mongolia Hotel | West Wulanchabu Road ☎ +86 471 6964233 +86 471 6961479
• Inner Mongolia Jin Jiang International Hotel 119 Hulun South Road, Saihan District ☎ +86 21 61226688 ext 7800 This five-star hotel in Hohhot brings guests to a new level of luxury, offering almost 1000 rooms with relaxing amenities, event venues and catering services, and recreational facilities. Its website accepts online reservations.

Travel Next

• The Grasslands. Mongolia's history is linked to its grasslands. Recommended places near Hohhot are: Xilamuren (80 kilometers north), Huitengxile (120 kilometers west) and Gegentela (150 kilometers north).

For Gegentela take a bus from Hohhot to Wu4lan2hua1 （乌兰花, 2 hours approx). You can take the bus (¥70) from the long distance bus station which is very close to the central train station in Hohhot. From here you can take a shuttle van (¥20 per person) or a taxi (¥60) to Gegentela (30 minutes). The place where you will arrive in Gegentala is the Inner Mongolian equivalent of a holiday park (targeting Chinese tourists).At the park and there are 3 classes of yurt available to stay in. The highest two classes (around ¥700 and ¥600 per day) are concrete structures containing a double bed, table and chairs and a shower (shared toilets are available in a separate building). The lowest class of yurt cost ¥780 per day and are more traditional fabric structures with bedding for at least four people to sleep on the floor and a small table but no showers. Cheaper sleeping options are offered by families living near to the park. Most of these families live in brick built houses but have traditional fabric yurts available to rent. These yurts are almost identical to the cheapest option at the park but are available from around ¥80 per day. Most of these small clusters of yurts can be seen from the primary street between Wulanhua and Gegentela, some are located a little further along this road.

Horse riding and Mongolian martial art shows (25 minutes, ¥20 per person) and traditional Mongolian singing and dancing performances (1 hour, ¥70 per person) are available at the holiday park. Horse riding is offered at the holiday park and at many of the nearby families offering lodging. Reasonably priced food (though more expensive than in Wulanhua itself) is available at the park's restaurants and is also offered by the neighbouring families.

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