What to pay attention to when traveling to Hulunbuir

Best time to travel

The northern part of Hulunbuir City is a forest area. The best travel season is from May 5th to 20th and mid-to-late September. In May, the trees are green and the mountains and plains are covered with green. Rhododendrons are in full bloom; in September, the autumn colors are dyed all over the Daxinganling Mountains, making it a good time for photography.

The south is dominated by grasslands, and the best travel season is July to September. November to mid-February is the best time for ice and snow tourism.

Every year from March 15th to June 15th is the fire prevention period. During this period, you must apply for a fire prevention certificate in most areas of Hulunbuir City. This period is also the middle of the year in most areas of Hulunbuir City. During the most bleak period, you can only visit the Daxinganling forest area in early May when the azaleas are in full bloom all over the mountains and fields.

Suggestions for those who love photography

1. Summer: The grasslands and forests are mainly green, and the photographed person wears red clothes for better effect.

2. Autumn: Autumn in Hulunbuir is the harvest season, and the joy of harvest is everywhere. Clothes can be matched as you like, but it is recommended to match them with either colorful or plain ones.

3. The light in the morning and evening is suitable for photography. From June to August, it will be bright at 4 o'clock in the morning and it will not be dark until 9 o'clock in the evening. If you want to take pictures of sunrise and sunset, calculate the time well.

4. It is recommended to bring an extra memory card and an extra battery, because the scenery is so beautiful and you can’t let it slip at critical moments.

Special Etiquette on the Grassland

1. Love Animals

When a car is driving on the grassland, if it encounters a herd of livestock on the road, it should sound the whistle early so that the herd can get out of the way early. open. Otherwise, the vehicle will suddenly startle the animals, and the animals will lose weight if they run quickly. If you encounter a herd of livestock on the grassland, cars and pedestrians should take a detour and do not pass through the herd. Otherwise, it will be considered disrespectful to the livestock owner.

2. Entering the yurt

To enter the yurt, walk to the left of the stove and sit on the west or north side of the yurt, because the east side is the owner's living area. When taking a seat, do not block the Buddha statue hanging on the north Hana (wall). When entering a Mongolian home, whether it is a yurt or a brick house, you are not allowed to sit or step on the threshold.

3. Serve tea

When visiting a herdsman's house or at a tourist spot, the host or the waitress will first serve the guest a bowl of milk tea. Guests should stand up slightly and use both hands or right hands to pick up the dishes. Never use your left hand to pick up the dishes, otherwise it will be considered as not being etiquette. When the host or waitress is pouring tea, if the guest does not want tea, please gently touch the spoon or spout with the edge of the bowl, and the host will understand the guest's intention.

4. Toast

Pouring wine and toasting guests is the traditional way of Mongolian hospitality. Usually the host pours the wine into a silver bowl, gold cup or horn cup, and sings a moving traditional Mongolian toast song. If the guest refuses to drink, he will be considered to look down on the host and is unwilling to treat him sincerely. Guests should immediately catch the wine, dip their ring fingers in the wine and tap it in the direction of heaven, earth and the stove to show their respect to the gods of heaven, earth and fire. Don't force yourself if you don't know how to drink, but you can touch your lips as a sign of acceptance of the host's pure friendship.

Things to note when traveling to Hulunbuir in winter

1. Prepare cold-proof clothing

The temperature in northern winter ranges from 0℃ to -30℃, and in some places it can reach - Above 30℃. You should prepare down jackets (preferably with hoods), thick woolen turtlenecks, wool pants, down pants, gloves, etc. If you go to the Qinling Mountains or north of the Yangtze River, you must wear high-top snow cotton shoes. Wearing leather shoes will make you unbearably cold.

2. Pay attention to anti-slip

There is a lot of ice and snow on the roads in the north in winter, and the road surface is slippery. It is easy to slip when wearing leather shoes. It is best to wear snow non-slip cotton shoes or sneakers. Remember not to wear leather shoes. , otherwise it will be difficult to move.

3. Prevent falling into snow pits

In the forest and snow fields, most of the original roads are covered with snow. When you are not sure of the road conditions, you should not move forward rashly. You need to find tree trunks for cover. Use the stick to find out the depth before moving forward. If you unfortunately fall into a snow pit, you must not struggle because the harder you struggle, the deeper you will fall. You should wait for rescue.

4. Car anti-skid

In many places in the north, the roads are covered with snow and ice in winter, and the tires are prone to slipping. Therefore, tire anti-skid chains are needed. When there is ice and snow on the road, the wheels need to be covered with anti-skid covers. chain.

5. Car antifreeze

Most of the winter in the north is below 0℃. When the car ignites at night, the water in the water tank should be drained. Otherwise, the water will freeze after a night of frost. Ice, or replace the water with "antifreeze".

6. Keep the camera warm

For electronic shutter cameras or camcorders, when the temperature is below -20°C, the battery is prone to "discharge", the camera "fails", and the shutter cannot be pressed. Therefore, after shooting outdoors, you should promptly put the camera inside your coat to "keep it warm" and take it out when needed. Also, be sure to stock up on extra batteries.

7. Backup medicines

It is easy to catch a cold in the cold winter. When traveling, you should prepare medicines such as Antelope Cold Tablets to treat colds and colds. People in the north like to eat cold dishes, and those who are not used to it are prone to "stomach upset". It is necessary to prepare thirst-quenching medicines such as Huangliansu; in the north where dry mouth is dry, it is necessary to prepare heat-clearing granules such as Xia Sangju and Huang Laoji.

8. Prevent snow blindness

It mostly snows in northern winter, and the snow is highly reflective. You need to wear sunglasses when going out to protect your eyes.

9. Others

Prepare a thermos bottle, moisturizer, and lip balm for use. Outdoor adventure tourists also need to prepare flashlights, down sleeping bags and other outdoor activities.

Notes on grassland travel

1. June to September in Inner Mongolia is the best season for summer travel, but the temperature difference between morning and evening is large, so tourists are advised to bring more clothes. You cannot just wear short-sleeved shirts, shorts or skirts. You should bring appropriate long-sleeved clothes and add or subtract them at any time.

2. There are more mosquitoes on the grassland after July in summer, so you should bring some Fengyoujing (available locally). It is best to wear travel shoes instead of sandals to avoid mosquito bites.

3. Pay attention to safety when participating in various activities on the grassland, and be sure to make good preparations for horseback riding. Do not wear clothes that are too long, otherwise they may float and frighten the horse; if possible, you can borrow riding boots or leggings from tourist spots. This will not only prevent your legs from being worn out, but also prevent your entire foot from being put into the stirrup once you fall off the horse; When riding a horse, it is best not to carry cameras and other valuable items with you to avoid breaking or losing them.

4. Most of the drinking water on the grassland has high saline-alkali content. It is sometimes difficult for first-timers to adapt, so it is necessary to prepare some mineral water.

5. The accommodation rooms are generally not equipped with toiletries, slippers and water cups, so please bring your own in advance.

6. Driving and riding horses on the grassland must be within the designated range to avoid getting lost or damaging the grassland.

7. For long-term travel, please prepare a pair of comfortable and suitable shoes. There are long distances between the scenic spots, so you can prepare some water and snacks to replenish your physical energy in time.

8. Most of the residents of the grassland are Mongolian, and most of the food is meat. People from the south may not be used to it. You can prepare some commonly used gastrointestinal medicines for stomach and digestion in advance, just in case. needs.

9. There are many local ethnic minorities and rich cultural resources, so please respect the habits of ethnic minorities and local customs during your journey.

Health and Safety Issues

1. July and August each year are the local tourist peak seasons, and the number of tourists is large. There will be crowds at scenic spots, traffic congestion, tight accommodation, and queues at restaurants. etc. In this case, be sure to keep your valuables with you.

2. When traveling to grasslands in summer, please bring some mosquito repellents, sunscreen products and commonly used medicines. You should bring some Fengyoujing (available locally) appropriately, and it is best to wear travel shoes instead of sandals to avoid mosquito bites.

3. In summer, due to the large temperature difference between day and night in the grassland and the concentrated rainfall (mostly in July, August and September), it is cooler at night or when it rains, so you should bring warm clothes and Rain gear, please bring a long-sleeved jacket to avoid catching cold.

4. If you are not traveling with a group, remember to buy insurance when traveling by yourself.

Item list

1. Documents

1. ID card/passport

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3. Student ID card

4. Travel book, driver's license

2. Backpack

1. Mountaineering bag (45-80L does not etc. You can use a trolley case instead when driving)

2. Backpack

3. Waist bag or shoulder bag (carry as needed)

3. Clothing

1. Jacket or down jacket

2. Fleece jacket

3. Sweater

4. Long pants, long-sleeved shirt

5. Some T-shirts

6. 2-3 pairs of underwear

7. Some socks

8. Hiking shoes

9. Casual shoes

10. Slippers

11. Hat

12. Sunglasses

13. Gloves

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4. Accommodation supplies (depend on your own circumstances to decide whether to bring them)

1. Sleeping bag

2. Inflatable pillow

< p>3. Bedsheets

5. Lighting

1. Flashlight

2. Headlamp

6. Photography related

1. Camera and lens

2. Tripod

3. Suede (lens cloth)

4. Camera bag and waterproof cover

5. Laptop (can be brought when driving)

6. Spare battery and charger

7. Memory card, card reader

< p>7. Automobile supplies

1. Traction cable

2. Jack

3. Spare tire

4. Car-mounted A set of tools

5. Oil filter

6. Several car cleaning cloths

7. Car-mounted air pump

8. Military picks and shovels

9. Multi-function inverter

10. Compass, ball

11. Battery cable (TX’s car in the fleet suffered a loss (electricity, can help start the car)

12. 1 set of belts

13. Antifreeze glass water

14. Pipes and empty oil drums that can absorb oil

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15. Cigarette lighter air pump

16. Vehicle fuse

8. Communication and navigation

1. 1-2 mobile phones and charging Device, battery

2. GPS navigation

3. National highway map

9. Medicines

1. Motion sickness/shipping medicine< /p>

2. Insect repellent and anti-mosquito, cooling oil

3. Gastrointestinal medicine: Modeline, berberine, ten drops of water

4. Cold medicine: Isatis root (daily Two packs), Baifu Ning (fever-reducing type)

5. Vitamin tablets, throat lozenges, hemostatic bandages, band-aids, cotton swabs

6. Trauma drugs, anti-inflammatory drugs, chlortetracycline eye Cream

7. Special personal medicines

10. Hygiene products

1. Toiletries: toothbrush, toothpaste, soap, towel, shampoo, comb, shaver Shaver, lipstick, sunscreen

2. Hygiene products: wet wipes, toilet paper, sanitary napkins

11. Catering categories

1. Insulated kettle< /p>

2. Swiss Army Knife

3. Instant noodles, compressed biscuits, chocolate, beef jerky

4. Mineral water, coffee, tea, sports drinks

12. Others

1. Outdoor watches

2. Several waterproof bags

3. Pens and notebooks

4 , telescope

About fire prevention certificate

Generally speaking, you need to apply for a fire prevention certificate during the spring and autumn fire prevention periods. If you are joining a group or chartering a car, you do not need to apply for it. You can do it yourself. Friends who drive to Hulunbuir need to apply for a fire prevention certificate during the fire prevention period, but not during the rest of the time.

It is very convenient to apply for a fire prevention certificate. With your valid certificate, you can apply for it at the service departments of the forestry bureaus in various places. There is no charge for the application.

The Hailar application location is at the administrative service hall on the south side of Yimin Bridge. Please bring your driver's license and ID card to apply.

Eating issues

1. The price of a dinner at the scenic spot is 40-50 yuan per person per meal, and the amount of food is relatively large. The cuisine is basically Northeastern cuisine, and you can taste localized Russian cuisine in border towns. Regardless of whether it is a hotel or a family hotel, breakfast is basically 10 yuan per person.

2. The meat dishes are mainly beef and mutton. Whether they are sauced, rinsed, boiled, roasted or stewed, they are all very delicious without any smell. Before serving the food, a plate of knives is put on it, which is used to cut the meat and eat it. It looks very bold, and it would be a shame not to eat the meat in large pieces. The chicken is basically stupid chicken, fresh, but a bit old. Eggs are called Mushu there. Ingredients such as braised pork ribs seem to be frozen pork and are not recommended to be tried. There are fish, and carp are common. There are two kinds of fish that are more distinctive, the squid and the Chinese sub-fish. They are delicious and tender when fried. The Chinese sub-fish has more bones.

3. Potatoes are abundant in the local area and taste good. Pink potato flowers are still a sight. Many family restaurants have their own vegetable gardens. Cucumbers, tomatoes, peppers, eggplants, and kohlrabi (that is, cabbage) are very common. They are picked and eaten fresh. They are very fresh. Mushrooms are a specialty product and are relatively expensive, especially white mushrooms. Black fungus appears frequently in various dishes and tastes good.

4. In forest areas, shopkeepers often recommend game and wild vegetables. They taste good, so you can try them. Pine cones boiled in salted water are common in stalls everywhere. They are fresh pine nuts. They are delicious, but they can easily stain your hands.

5. You can still taste the Russian-style cream, which the locals call "Ximidan". It is thinner and lighter, but very fresh. The yogurts from Yili, Mengniu and Hailar purchased in cities such as Hailar are much thicker and richer in taste. The milk in the small border villages is freshly squeezed and boiled, with a layer of milk coating and a strong milk aroma. Ice cream and ice cream are rich in milk flavor, cheap and good quality, so you must try them.

6. Blueberries are called "Du Shi" locally and have a bit of sour taste. Put the small blueberries in a big pot, sprinkle with white sugar and eat them. The taste is a bit like sugar hawthorn, sweet and sour, not bad. Blueberry jam won’t become more plentiful until August, and the small border villages only supply blueberry jam. Blueberry juice can be found everywhere, with a wide variety of packaging brands. Women prefer it, and it has no pigment and is a natural food.

7. Cheese and beef jerky are very unique local foods that are easy to carry. They taste very good and are green foods. They are worth trying.

8. Hailar beer is still delicious. Most of the local liquors are low-alcohol liquors, and Kumis is the most distinctive, with a distinct milky aftertaste.

9. When driving for a long distance, meals may not be on time, so you need to prepare some snacks.

10. Bring some commonly used medicines, such as diarrhea and bloating. Eating beef and mutton every day will cause stomach bloating. It is a very commonly used medicine!

Questions about chartering a car

1. When chartering a car, the price must be negotiated. The driver’s food and lodging are usually included in the chartered car here, and the gas and tolls are borne by the driver.

2. You should also treat drivers with sincerity and treat them as partners. Most drivers are locals and have a good understanding of local customs. They can also do some things for you on the way. Explained along the way. This will bring more fun to your journey, and at the same time, the driver’s rich experience can prevent you from being deceived during the journey.

3. Even in the peak season, it is actually not that difficult to charter a car. If you have not contacted the car in advance, don’t worry, try to choose a driver with a good reputation and a good car.

Horse riding

When roaming the grassland on horseback, you must follow the horse owner's instructions when choosing a horse and riding it to avoid accidents. Pay attention to the following:

1. When passing a horse, walk in front of the horse's head, not behind the horse's butt, to prevent the horse from kicking you.

2. When mounting, you should mount from the left side of the horse, pedal the stirrup with your left foot and step on the horse with your right foot.

3. After getting on the horse, you should sit firmly on the saddle, use the front soles of your feet to push on the stirrups and buckle the toes inward to clamp the horse's belly. Keep your waist straight, hold the reins with both hands, and use your heels to gently Knock the horse's belly to make it walk.

4. If you want the horse to turn left, use your left hand to gently pull the reins to the left. To turn right, use your right hand to gently pull the reins to the right. If you want the horse to stand, use both hands to gently pull the reins backward at the same time, but pay attention. Do not pull back hard suddenly to prevent the horse from suddenly standing up and injuring the person.

5. When dismounting, wait for the horse to stop, step on the stirrup with your left foot, and step off the horse with your right foot. Also dismount on the left side. Be careful not to dismount from the right side to prevent the horse from being unaccustomed to it. When it comes to kicking people, Mongolians are used to standing on the left side of the horse when training horses, so the left side of the horse is the safest.

6. Don’t fight with each other while riding a horse (especially don’t answer the phone while riding a horse), and don’t slap other people and your own horse at will to avoid frightening the horse and causing accidents.

7. When leaving the horse, you should also walk in front of the horse's head.

Photography

1. Summer: The grasslands and forests are mainly green, and the photographed person wears red clothes for better effect.

2. Autumn: Autumn in Hulunbuir is the harvest season, and the joy of harvest is everywhere. Clothes can be matched as you like, but it is recommended to match them with either colorful or plain ones.

3. The light in the morning and evening is suitable for photography. From June to August, it will be bright at 4 o'clock in the morning and it will not be dark until 9 o'clock in the evening. If you want to take pictures of sunrise and sunset, calculate the time well.

4. It is recommended to bring an extra memory card and an extra battery, because the scenery is so beautiful and you can’t let it slip at critical moments.