An opening ceremony of the Impression of Inner Mongolia Photography Exhibition is held in Beijing on April 1. [Photo provided to chinadaily.com.cn]

The photography exhibition Impression of Inner Mongolia kicked off at the National Art Museum of China in the capital Beijing on Saturday.

Jointly sponsored by the publicity department of the CPC Inner Mongolia Autonomous Regional Committee and the National Art Museum of China, the exhibition will run to April 11.

Over an 11-day period, a total of 117 photos featuring the unforgettable natural and urban scenery, profound culture and unique folk customs in North China's Inner Mongolia autonomous region are on display, providing a chance for people to learn about the region through the camera's lens.

The opening ceremony of the Impression of Inner Mongolia Photography Exhibition attracts the participation of many photography enthusiasts. [Photo provided to chinadaily.com.cn]

It's early morning, as horses graze on the Hexigten Grassland, administered by Chifeng city. [Photo by Mei Changhua/provided to chinadaily.com.cn]