Duolun Grassland

Duolun Grassland

Siziwang Banner was the territory of the Dörbed tribe under the rule of Noyan Tai, the fifteenth-generation descendant of Hasar. The Dörbed tribe of Noyan Tai was also among those that migrated eastward with the Qahar Tashala during the late Ming Dynasty. “Noyan Tai had four sons. The eldest, Sengge, was known as Mörgen Heshuoqi; the second, Sonom, was known as Dar Taiji; the third, Ombu, was known as Bukū Taiji; the fourth, Ierzhaqi, was known as Mörgen Taiji. The four sons divided the pastures among themselves, and later the tribe came to be named after them.” In Mongolian, it is called the Dörbed tribe, meaning the Four Sons tribe. In 1636, they were granted the title of Zasak and bestowed the name Darhan Zholiktü, establishing the Dörbed Tribe Banner, which is now known as Siziwang Banner.

Historically, the Dörbed—now the Duolun Grassland—is beautiful and fertile. Here, in spring, the grass is lush and green, filled with birdsong and floral fragrance; in summer, the land boasts abundant water and grass, with a pleasant climate; in autumn, the skies are high and the air crisp, offering stunning scenery; in winter, it is draped in silvery white, stretching endlessly. Siziwang Banner has a long history. As early as 10,000 years ago during the Paleolithic Age, ancient humans thrived on this pristine grassland. To date, stone tools such as wedge-shaped stone cores, blades, shovels, and scrapers have been unearthed in Hongger Sumu and the Jiang’an Development Zone, confirming the presence of ancient human activity. Due to the favorable ancient geography and climate for flora and fauna, rhinoceros fossils from the Tertiary period were discovered at a brick factory 3 kilometers south of Wulanhaote Town. These are rare fossils of the large-chinned rhinoceros in China, and also one of the significant paleontological finds in China and the world.

The beautiful and fertile Duolun Grassland spans 20,000 square kilometers and is home to 250 species of grassland plants. It is part of the northern Inner Mongolia desert and semi-desert grassland region. The Mongolian people here are known for their warmth, generosity, simplicity, and hospitality. The annual Nadam Fair is held here, which is the most grand celebration on the grassland, featuring events such as wrestling, horse racing, and archery...

Source: People's Government of Ulanqab City