Yinchuan is a transport hub for Ningxia and the surrounding areas. It is the center of a network of internal airlines and the train station is a gateway to many other large Chinese cities. The highways into Yinchuan make car hire or long-distance bus travel ... Read More>>
Medlar (Gouqi) 枸杞 Licorice Root (Gancao) 甘草 Helan Stone (Helanshi) 贺兰石 Tanyang Lambskin (Tanyangpi) 滩羊皮 Star Jelly (Facai) 发菜 Ningxia Rugs (Ningxia Ditan) 宁夏地毯 Qingtong Gorge Willow Weave (Qingtongxia Liubian) 青铜峡柳编 Shizuishan ... Read More>>
The city of Yinchuan is generally not well serviced by buses. There are not many lines (less than 40), and services are not frequent. Two tourist lines open over the May holiday and national holiday, going to West Xia Imperial Tombs and the Rock Carvings of ... Read More>>
The city of Yinchuan covers an area of 9,555.38 square km and has a population of 1.99 million (2010), with 2 counties, one city and three districts under its jurisdiction. The urban area of Yinchuan is 107 square kilometers with a population of 1.285 ... Read More>>
Vital Statistics (2006) GDP: RMB33.5 billion GDP per Capita: RMB 23,506 Economic Growth Rate: 13.4% Population: 866.7 thousand (urban) 539.3 thousand (rural) FDI: US$32.34 million Annual Average Wage: RMB 23,226 Government Effectiveness Rating: N/A 2006 ... Read More>>
Yinchuan's bar scene is less developed than those of other cities, though this is not to say that there is no fun to be had at night. The Hui people love to sing. There are numerous places where they gather to do just this, often accompanied by dancers and ... Read More>>
Meng Ji Snacks 孟记小吃 The homely snack bar run by an old couple deserves its good reputation. Recommended: Hui Dou Zi (boiled peas), Shuang Nai Pi (double crème) Add: Hubing Jie, Yinchuan Tel: 0951-6034981 Yinchuan Snack Street The street runs ... Read More>>
• GDP: RMB 97.48 billion (2011) • Per Capita Disposable Income of Urban Residents: RMB 19,481 (2011) • Economic Growth Rate: 12% (2011) • Resident Population: 1.99 million (2010) • Unemployment Rate: 3.6% (2011) • Enrollment ... Read More>>
Braised sweetbread (Hui Yangzasui) 烩羊杂碎 This popular snack is served throughout much of Ningxia, and is often eaten in soup. Crispy chicken (Xiangsu Ji) 香酥鸡 This is a type of fried chicken that has a distinct local flavor, thanks to the delicious ... Read More>>
The spring In Yinchuan is mild, and the summer short but quite hot, with average July maximums of 31C (87F). A cool autumn paves the way for long cold dry winters, when maximum January daytime temperatures are around -2C (28F), plunging to -16C (4F) at ... Read More>>
Yinchuan has a cool and thankfully predictable climate with plenty of sun and little rain. However, its position in the desert guarantees dry winds and sand. Smart travelers will bring sunblock, sunglasses and heavy-duty moisturizer (particularly if you're ... Read More>>
Though Yinchuan is a small center compared to other capital cities in China, it nonetheless has some local specialties from the city and the surrounding region of Ningxia. Of note in Yinchuan are the famed local 'five treasures', each corresponding to a ... Read More>>
Steamed Lamb (Qingzheng Yanggaorou) 清蒸羊羔肉 Hand-grasped mutton (Shouzhua Yangrou) 手抓羊肉 Sweet and Sour Yellow River carp (Tangcu Huanghe Liyu) 糖醋黄河鲤鱼 Zhongwei Pigeon Fish (Zhongwei Gezi Yu) 中卫鸽子鱼 Jinqian Star Jelly (Jinqian Facai) ... Read More>>
Yinchuan's long distance bus station is a busy hub for visitors to the city. Buses leave for Beijing, Xi'an (11-14 hrs), Lanzhou (7 hrs), Jinan, Baoji, Taiyuan (15 hrs) daily, and most cities within Ningxia Province. Yinchuan also has a Tourist Bus Station, ... Read More>>
Yinchuan Hedong Airport is in Lingwu City, in Linhe Town, under the jurisdiction of Yinchuan. There are currently 13 airlines with flights to Beijing (1 hr 40 min), Xi’an (1 hr), Shanghai (2.5 hrs), Guangzhou (4 hrs), Shenzhen (4.5 hrs), Chengdu (2.5 ... Read More>>
Yinchuan is blessed with an intriguing mix of natural and cultural sights, all of which combine to make it a memorable city for visitors. It's a quiet and leafy city that does not have the sheer number of attractions found in places such as Beijing or ... Read More>>
The Baotou-Lanzhou Railway cuts through the Ningxia region from north to south, running through Yinchuan on its way. This line connects the city to Baotou, Inner Mongolia (where it meets the Beijing-Baotou Railway) and Lanzhou (where it meets the ... Read More>>
Yinchuan is the captal of Ningxia Hui Automomous Region, which is located in northwest China along the upper and middle reaches of the Yellow River. The terrain of the Region is arid and in many parts mountainous, but the city of Yinchuan enjoys the shelter ... Read More>>
Yinchuan has a great deal to offer in the way of entertainment to visitors looking to unwind after a day's sightseeing. Local squares such as South Gate Square or Zhongshan Park, and smaller indoor venues provide the setting for traditional music played on ... Read More>>
Since May 2012, the Yinchuan cab starting fare has been increased from five to seven RMB (for the first 3 km). and 1.2 RMB for every kilometer thereafter. A standard waiting fee is charged for speeds under 12 km/hour. The first 3 minutes of waiting are ... Read More>>
The main influence on Ningxia's cuisine comes from the Hui people who make the Autonomous Region their home. The Hui culture incorporates a variety of Muslim flavors, providing a distinct flavor of cuisine in this region. In Yinchuan, there is a good mix of ... Read More>>
China Country Code Number: 0086 Yinchuan City Code Number: 0951 Emergency & Most Commonly Used Fire: 119 Police: 110 Traffic Reporting Tel: 122 Local Telephone Directory: 114 China Telecom 10000 China Unicom: 10010 China Mobile: 10086 China Tietong: ... Read More>>
Renting a self-drive car is not an option for most visitors, as a Chinese driver's license is required. However, most companies offer driver service as an affordable option. Price for reference: Toyota: 260 RMB per day Polo: 320 RMB per day Buick: 320 RMB ... Read More>>