Residents enjoy watching performers sing and dance at the Yidexi night market. [Photo by Tian Chi / For goinnermongolia.com.cn]

The city and district governments in Hulunbuir are leading major efforts to vitalize the urban area through infrastructure and cultural-tourism corridor projects along the Yimin River.

The projects span both sides of the Yimin River and include a variety of cultural leisure areas and unique small pavilions. They feature a vibrant music square and an exotic train restaurant, combining cultural appeal with everyday attractions to create immersive experiences for both visitors and residents.

The newly-opened train restaurant attracts tourists and locals alike. [Photo by Tian Chi / For goinnermongolia.com.cn]

In response to increasing living standards and changing consumption patterns, the night-time economy has emerged as a new engine for urban development. To capitalize on this opportunity, the Ewenki Autonomous Banner introduced the Yidexi Night Food and Intangible Cultural Heritage Market, complemented by a lively summer carnival.

These events are designed to strengthen the local night-time economy, enhance cultural activities, and offer residents and tourists a wider variety of after-dark entertainment and shopping choices.

A girl enjoys the cultural and leisure corridor along the Yimin River. [Photo by Tian Chi / For goinnermongolia.com.cn]