Yinchuan, located in the center of Ningxia Hui Autonomous Region in northwest China, is about 680 miles from Beijing. The city’s history dates back to the 3rd century BC and is an important city on the ancient Silk Road with a rich historical and cultural heritage. Yinchuan has a population of about 2 million. As the capital of Ningxia, its economy continues to grow, with an annual GDP of more than $10 billion. Traditional consumer products in the city include: Ningxia Goji Berries宁夏枸杞, Tan Sheep Skin滩羊皮, Ningxia Carpets宁夏地毯, Hui Embroidery回族刺绣, Ningxia Lamb宁夏羊肉, Ningxia Baijiu宁夏白酒. Top 10 tourist attractions in Yinchuan: Western Xia Tombs西夏王陵, Helan Mountain贺兰山, Zhengbei Fortress Western Film Studio镇北堡西部影城, Ningxia Museum宁夏博物馆, Yinchuan Great Mosque银川市清真大寺, Shahu Lake沙湖, Shuidonggou Site水洞沟遗址, Helan Mountain Rock Carvings贺兰山岩画, Yellow River Ancient Ferry黄河古渡, Hai Bao Pagoda银川市海宝塔.
