40 years of development in Inner Mongolia

Inner Mongolia: then and now

2018-11-07 (chinadaily.com.cn)

A photo exhibition was recently held in Hohhot, Inner Mongolia autonomous region, showing how the region has changed since China’s reform and opening-up implemented in 1978. 

The photos capture moments from everyday life over the past few decades, with images of people at work and play. 

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Two photographs starkly contrast the clothing worn by modern residents of the region, with the basic outfits worn by workers in years gone by. [Photo/northnews]

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Transport in the region has improved dramatically, with dirt tracks still sometimes used as roads back in 1978. [Photo/northnews]

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Healthcare in Inner Mongolia has changed beyond recognition, with massive government investment funding state-of-the-art modern hospitals. [Photo/northnews] 

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A single telephone once served everyone in a village, whereas now anyone can be contacted at the push of a button. [Photo/northnews]

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