A group of horses carries tourists along the streets of Ordos city's Kangbashi district. [Photo/ordosnews.com]

The Kangbashi district of Ordos city -- in North China's Inner Mongolia autonomous region -- recently launched a horseback city sightseeing tour.

Tourists can experience the pleasure of riding horses without going to an equestrian sports arena, while admiring the charming urban landscapes.

Tourists on horseback arrive at Kangbashi Square. [Photo/ordosnews.com]

Tourists on horseback amble past the Ordos Grand Theater, a landmark building of Ordos city. [Photo/ordosnews.com]

The entertainment and sightseeing tour is scheduled to operate during each year's May Day, Dragon Boat Festival and National Day holidays, as well as from July 1 to Aug 31.

The project aims to promote the "Mongolian Horse Spirit" by taking advantage of the urban landscape and the horse culture in the Kangbashi district.

Tourists taking part in the new horseback tour, take time out to have a picnic. [Photo/ordosnews.com]