Hohhot is the capital of Inner Mongolia and the political, economic, scientific and cultural center of the region and is recognized as one of China's better-known historical cities. The name Hohhot is Mongolian for "green city". It is known as a national forest city, a model tourist city, one of the global Top 20 for economic growth, China's Top 100 for economic strength, and China's Top 50 for investment and finance. It also has an abundance of dairy products. 

Geography

The cities of Baotou and Erdos lie to the west and Ulanqab to the east as well as Shanxi province to the south. It is a key point for China's western development strategy while, at the same time, providing a hub for the north, northwest, and the rest of the mainland. It also connects China with Mongolia, Russia and even Eastern Europe.

Climate

The city has a continental monsoon climate and distinct four seasons with long, cold winters, short, hot summers, and violent weather changes in spring and autumn. Its coldest temperature can be -12.7℃, and the hottest, 22.9℃. 

Administrative divisions

The city covers an area of 17,200 square kilometers, with a 2,065-sq-km urban area. The administrative area includes four districts -- Xincheng, Huimin, Yuquan and Saihan -- and four adjoining counties -- Togtoh, Horinger, Qingshuihe, and Wuchuan -- and a banner called Tumd Left Banner. It is home to 3.14 million people.

Economy

In the first quarter of 2023, the regional GDP of Hohhot, capital city of North China's Inner Mongolia autonomous region, was 86.1 billion yuan ($12.5 billion), a year-on-year increase of 7.2 percent, according to a municipal press conference held on April 21.

In terms of industries, the added value of the city's primary industry was 1.81 billion yuan, a year-on-year increase of 4 percent. The added value of its secondary industry was 25.36 billion yuan, an increase of 13.1 percent. Lastly, the added value of its tertiary industry was 58.91 billion yuan, an increase of 5.2 percent.