What to do and see in Yinchuan, Ningxia: The Best Sights & Landmarks

May 18, 2021 Leonarda Pillsbury

Yinchuan is the capital of the Ningxia Hui Autonomous Region, China, and historically it was the former capital of the Western Xia Empire of the Tanguts. It has an area of 4,467 km (1,725 sq mi) and a total population of 1.99 million. Its built up area is home to 1,290,170 inhabitants spread on three urban districts. The name of the city literally means "silver river".
Restaurants in Yinchuan

1. Yinchuan Zhonggu Building

Jiefang East Road, Xingqing District, Yinchuan 750004 China
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5.0 based on 1 reviews

Yinchuan Zhonggu Building

2. Haibao Temple (North Pagoda)

Northern Suburbs, Xingqing District, Yinchuan 750001 China +86 951 503 8042
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4.5 based on 12 reviews

Haibao Temple (North Pagoda)

3. Western Xia Imperial Tombs

East Foot of Helan Mountain, West 35 Km from Yinchuan, Yinchuan 750200 China +86 951 611 9581 http://www.nxxwl.com
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4.0 based on 122 reviews

Western Xia Imperial Tombs

Reviewed By WorldGlutton - Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

From the city of Yinchuan, it took us 45 mins drive on tour bus to arrive at Xi Xia Mausoleum, which is the Imperial cemetery of Xi Xia Kingdom. Xi Xia or Western Xia was a dynasty situated at this North Western region of ancient China during 1038 to 1227 B.C. The burial ground over an area of 50 sq km, several upstanding stone tablets with inscriptions in both English & Chinese language. It was recorded that No.3 Tomb belongs to First Emperor Li Yuanhao of Xi xia Kingdom. There are 9 mausolea and 250 attendant tombs. This site was destroyed during the Mongolian Conquest of Xi Xia, but its major historical and cultural monuments are now under State protection. Efforts are underway to secure & preserve the remaining tombs. Xi Xia Museum is located within Royal Imperial Graveyard but it is a far walk, thus some prefers to ride on the battery car for the tour. Museum has collections on fine works from Xi Xia’s history , culture, religious art ,social economy, the mausoleum , conservation & inheritance. Through the exhibits of objects , charts, photographs ,creative painting ,sculpture, sand table scene and multi media presentation, it indeed gives travelers a vivid description of the History of Xi Xia Dynasty . History of this Western Xia Kingdom was not recorded in the formal Chinese history because Ghenzhis Khan decreed that no memory of the Xi Xia should remain after he executed the whole Xi Xia clan after his army finally conquered the kingdom. We did not have time to walk around the whole Art Gallery, nevertheless it is no doubt an educational and interesting experience to have visited the poorly understood era of Western Xia Dynasty.

4. Chengtian Temple (West Pagoda)

Limin Street, Yinchuan 750001 China
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4.0 based on 27 reviews

Chengtian Temple (West Pagoda)

Reviewed By needasinecure

The West Pagoda complex is a short but pretty spot in the city. The sight is well managed and very well manteined. The entry ticket and tower tickets are sold separately. I did climb the tower, which was enjoyable but is difficult for older and less limber individuals as the stairs are steep and narrow.

5. Xixia Square of Yinchuan

Beijing West Road, Xixia District, Yinchuan 750021 China
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4.0 based on 5 reviews

Xixia Square of Yinchuan

6. Nanmen Tower

Nanxun Road, Xixia District, Yinchuan 750021 China
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4.0 based on 25 reviews

Nanmen Tower

7. Yinchuan Haibaota Temple

Northwest of Xingqing District, Xingqing District, Yinchuan 753500 China
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4.0 based on 5 reviews

Yinchuan Haibaota Temple

8. Rock Paintings of Helan Mountain

Hekankou, East Side of Helan Mountain, Yinchuan China +86 951 601 0049
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4.0 based on 48 reviews

Rock Paintings of Helan Mountain

Reviewed By Mandi1217 - Port of Spain, Caribbean

Beautiful place. Breathtaking views. Worth a visit. Ningxia is not as populated as other areas, less pollution and really great food.

9. NiuJie

West of South Gate Mosque, East of Yong'an Lane, Yinchuan China
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4.0 based on 6 reviews

NiuJie

10. Drum Tower of Yinchuan

Jiefang East Road, Xingqing District, Yinchuan 750001 China
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3.5 based on 47 reviews

Drum Tower of Yinchuan

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