Chunkun Mountain receives autumn tourists
Chunkun Mountain, located in Baotou, in North China’s Inner Mongolia autonomous region, stands ready to embrace the fall, the best season for sightseeing, on Aug 20. Chunkun Mountain covers an area of 30 square kilometers. It is the largest alpine meadow grassland in the central and western part of the autonomous region and has hot springs available all year round. The mountain is classed as a national 3A-level scenic area and in 2014 was recognized by the Ministry of Agriculture for its spectacular grasslands. [Photo/Baotou Evening News]
An aerial photo shows an ovoo on Chunkun Mountain, on Aug 20. Ovoos are sacred stone structures used as shrines or altars. They are mainly used for religious ceremonies, but it is also believed that they can bring a good harvest or good health to an individual. [Photo/Baotou Evening News]