Yinchuan, “Yin” for short, the capital city of Ningxia Hui Autonomous Region, lies to the west of the Yellow River and to the east of Helan Mountain. Yinchuan is the military, political, economic, cultural, transportation center of Ningxia. The land-form is divided into two main parts, the mountainous region in the west and south and the plains in the north and east. Lying in the central section of Ningxia Plain which is irrigated by the Yellow River, Yinchuan holds abundant water resources and enjoys the reputation of “A Land of Fish and Rice in the Frontier”.
Yinchuan has a long history, it is the capital city of Western Xia which created splendid culture as well as gorgeous architecture. There is a famous national scenic spot called Mausoleum of Western Xia Dynasty. Based on the folk-tale, Yinchuan also enjoyed the reputation of “Phoenix City”.
Yinchuan is a multi-nationality city including Han, Hui, Manchu, Mongolian, and Chaoxian peoples. Among them, the Hui people account for 1/3 percent of the total population and they have maintained the traditional folk customs and life style that are unique to other ethnic group.
A brilliant culture has contributed to Yinchuan being a famous tourist city. A transportation system of highway, railway and airlines in Yinchuan provides speed and convenience.
Hotels of different grades are available, providing you warm and comfortable places to relax yourself.
