Tourists savor 'wine town' during National Day holiday

YINCHUAN — Nestled at the eastern foothill of the Helan Mountains in the Ningxia Hui autonomous region, Dulaan Holiday Wine Stroll was bustling with tourists during the just-concluded seven-day National Day holiday.

There is much to keep wine buffs busy, from meandering through vineyards or exploring the well-stocked cellars, to — of course — savoring a glass, or two, of the local wine. For the adventurous, cycling through the mountains offers encounters with blue sheep or red deer. Overnight guests can also stargaze under astronomers' guidance, adding a touch of education to their leisure.

"I was pleasantly surprised by this quaint 'wine town'! It's incredibly relaxing," exclaimed Lu Di, a resident of Yinchuan, the regional capital.