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Ulaan Tolgoi town, Ordos, Inner Mongolia

Updated: 2026-06-17 | govt.chinadaily.com.cn

On World Day to Combat Desertification and Drought, let’s explore Ulaan Tolgoi town, Ordos, Inner Mongolia. Deep in the heart of the Muu Us Desert, this once-sandy land is now covered in greenery, trees, and vibrant life under clear blue skies. Its transformation stands as a powerful symbol of ecological restoration, where the desert has given way to a landscape full of green vitality.