Inner Mongolia, an autonomous region of northern China, encompasses green steppe, arid desert and lengthy sections of the Great Wall of China. The Hulunbuir grasslands, a vast livestock grazing area with hundreds of rivers and popular fishing lakes, is distinguished by its mix of Russian and traditional Mongolian herder cultures. In the remote west is Badain Jaran Desert and its immense dunes. Area: 1.183 million km² Population: 24.71 million (2010) Largest city: Chifeng Destinations: Hulunbuir, Hohhot, Hailar, Manzhouli, Arxan, Chifeng, more Colleges and Universities: Inner Mongolia University, more