Hexigten Global Geopark Museum
克什克腾世界地质公园博物馆
Located in Jingpeng Town, this museum presents the geological heritage and grassland ecology of Hexigten systematically, and is a good first stop for self-drivers.
The Hexigten Global Geopark Museum is in Jingpeng Town, the seat of the banner government, and is the entry point for understanding the whole geopark. Through text, specimens, and models, it explains how the Aershan granite stone forest, the Qingshan granite potholes (rock basins), the Dalinor volcanic group and lakes, the Hunshandake Sandy Land, and the Quaternary glacial remains of Huanggangliang were formed. It also has exhibits on grassland flora and fauna and on Mongol culture. A visit takes about an hour, which suits a rainy day or your arrival day in Jingpeng, and you'll get more out of the other areas after seeing the museum first. Check opening hours and admission on site, as it may close on Mondays. The coordinates are an estimated location in the urban area of Jingpeng Town.
Opening hours
approx. 09:00–17:00; check on-site notices
Nearby sights
- Jingpeng Town
- Qingshan Granite Potholes
- Reshuitang Hot Spring
- Huanggangliang National Forest Park
- Baiyinaobao Sandy Spruce Forest
- Ganggeng Nur Lake
- Asihatu Stone Forest
- Mantuo Hill