Hexigten stone scenic area rated 5A

Hexigten stone scenic area in Hexigten Banner, Chifeng, North China’s Inner Mongolia autonomous region has been listed as a national 5A-level tourist attraction, according to an announcement by the Ministry of Culture and Tourism, on Oct 29. It is the fifth 5A-level tourist attraction in the region.

A “5A” rating is the highest rating a tourist attraction can be awarded by Chinese tourism authorities, with the rating based on factors including safety, hygiene and transport links.  

Hexigten stone scenic area in Hexigten Banner, Chifeng, North China’s Inner Mongolia autonomous region [Photo/VCG]

Stone formations in Hexigten stone scenic area [Photo/VCG]

Hexigten stone scenic area pictured following snowfall. [Photo/VCG]