Wuhai: Sandy Summer on the Yellow River
Wuhai, China is a prefecture-level city located in the Inner Mongolia Autonomous Region. It sits on the banks of the Yellow River, nestled between deserts Gobi and Ordos. Hence, the city is rich with natural resources. The city is one of the remote areas in of the country with more Mongolian influence. Wuhai Airport (WUA) serves the city with daily flights to and from Beijing and Xi’An.
Best Time to Visit
Visitors who come to Wuhai do so as a part of the Yellow River tour. The city experiences the four seasons very distinctively. Many come to the city between June and August when it is the warmest and it is ideal to explore the sights. The Nadam Festival also takes place around these months. Wuhai hotels tend to be expensive because of the huge demand. If you want to avoid the huge crowd but still enjoy pleasant weather, come a little earlier, from March to May.
What to Do & Area Attractions
One of China’s longest rivers is the Yellow River. From Wuhai, you can book tours at a local agency who will bring you to the majestic river where you can watch fishermen doing their role or catch a romantic sunset. As the city is in-between deserts, you can also explore Desert Gobi and Desert Ordos where you can also find camels and try riding them. Sand dunes are also found at Jinshawan Tourist Area. For Wuhai hotels and accommodations, you should consider the four-star Grand Skylight International Hotel Wuhai which serves an excellent complimentary breakfast. You can also check Sunny Marriott Hotel & Suites Wuhai just a short drive from the airport.