Mammoth Park in Hulunbuir City

Mammoth Park

In the far northwest of the Autonomous Region close to the Russian border, among the great Hulun Buir Prairie lies the city of Hulun Buir, home to the modern Mammoth Park. Among the attractions are large mammoth statues, a giant Ferris wheel, roller coasters as well as large scale replicas of famous Russian buildings.

Why is Mammoth Park So Special

Mammoth Park is a national 4A-level tourist attraction with the theme of Zalainol culture. The scenic spot has the world “large mammoth sculpture group” and its paleontological sculpture group has been included in the Guinness World. There are also Russian style buildings, the first generation of railway station overpasses, more than a dozen steam locomotives. Mammoth Park is a theme park which integrates leisure, recreation and tourism, and focuses on the promotion of Zaranol “Mammoth Hometown” culture. From April 1980 to spring 1984, three mammoth paleontological fossils were unearthed in the open pit mine of Zalai Nor area. One of them, unearthed in July 1980, is the largest one among the fossil specimens of mammoth till now in China, which is rare in history. Zalai Nor was named as the “hometown of mammoth”. Location of “Mammoth Park” Scenic Spot.

Where is Mammoth Park Location

Mammoth Park Scenic Spot is located in Zalainol New Area, Hulunbeir City, Inner Mongolia, 7 kilometers north of Zalainol 301 National Road to Manzhouli. It is adjacent to Manzhouli, the largest land crossing in China, and is about 20 kilometers away from Dalai Lake, Guomen, Taowa Square and other scenic spots. The Park covers an area of 1 million square meters.

Introduction of Mammoth Park

Mammoth Park is located in Zaranol District of Manchuria, more than 20 kilometers away from the city. It is very convenient to drive. There are no tickets in the park. Although the theme is mammoth, it is mainly a paradise for children. There are many playgrounds in the park.

Useful Travel Tips

  • There is also a train exhibition deep in the park, which attracts tourists to travel long distances.
  • If there is a bicycle or battery car rented in the park, one can be considered. Because the whole park is very large, it’s hard to walk.

Hotels Nearby Mammoth Park

  • The Jinshunyuan Hotel is a great choice for guests looking for accommodation in Manzhouli, having been recently opened in 2017. It’s easy to keep connected with the property’s Free in-room Wi-Fi. Manzhouli Railway Station is the closest major transportation option, approximately 21km away.
  • The Jiasheng Hotel Manzhouli is a great choice for guests looking for accommodation in Manzhouli, having been recently opened in 2016. This property is just a short distance away from the Zhalainuoer Area.
    In terms of transportation, Manzhouli Railway Station is approximately 26km away. The nearest railway station is Manzhouli Railway Station, approximately 26km away. Famous attraction Jalainur Mammoth Scenic Area is just a short taxi ride away.

Attractions Nearby Mammoth Park

  • Zhalainuo’er National Mine Museum
  • Tiemu Zhenda Hanhangying
  • Zhalainuo’erguojiakuangshan Park
  • Wedding Palace

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Edited by  Lynette Fu/付云锐