The 2026 Inner Mongolia Autonomous Region Tourism Development Conference Held in Ordos

On the morning of July 10, the 2026 Inner Mongolia Autonomous Region Tourism Development Conference was held in Ordos. The conference gathered industry experts, business representatives, and cultural and tourism officials from across the autonomous region. It featured a range of activities, including expert advice sessions, achievement releases, city tourism promotions, and tourism finance initiatives. Focusing on innovation and upgrading in the cultural tourism industry, the conference unveiled a series of major cultural tourism achievements, injecting strong momentum into the high-quality development of cultural tourism in Inner Mongolia.

Yu Minhong Addresses the Conference

The conference featured a rich and substantive agenda. Participants watched the cultural tourism promotional video Vibrant & Diverse Inner Mongolia, immersing themselves in the region’s unique cultural and tourism resources and distinctive local charm. During the conference, Ordos City shared its development experience, while Hohhot, Hulunbuir, and Alxa League presented their tourism promotions. The conference also released the list of Inner Mongolia’s 20 most popular scenic spots and 10 top tourist routes for 2026, introduced cultural tourism financial products, and held project signing ceremonies.

The conference invited a group of industry leaders, scholars, and experts to provide insights and suggestions. Guests including Yu Minhong, Shi Zhan, and Ge Lei delivered keynote speeches, combining industry trends with the unique cultural tourism features of Inner Mongolia. Yu Minhong noted that modern cultural tourism has evolved beyond traditional sightseeing into immersive life experiences that emphasize participation and engagement. He summarized the essence of cultural tourism with the quote: “Life is not a track, but an open wilderness; life is not measured by time, but driven by passion.” His views closely aligned with industry realities and resonated with attendees.

Balancing theoretical guidance with practical implementation, the conference explored the potential of Inner Mongolia’s cultural tourism market through intellectual support, achievement application, and resource coordination. It further strengthened the cultural tourism brand of “Brilliant Inner Mongolia.”