Hailar, Wade-Giles romanization Hai-la-erh, formerly Hulun, city, northeastern Inner Mongolia Autonomous Region, China. It lies on the south bank of the Hailar River, at its junction with the Yimin River. Since 2001 Hailar has served as the urban district of the newly created Hulunbuir city. The area was occupied by the Chinese in the 7th century CE under the early Tang dynasty (618-907) when it was part of the Heishui protectorate general. Chinese occupation, however, was short-lived and never very effective. During the period of Mongol domination in the 13th century, there was a walled settlement on the river's north bank, traces of which survive. In late Ming times (16th–17th century) the area was occupied by the Solon (Tungus) and Daghor (Daur) peoples. After 1644, under the Qing dynasty (1644-1911/12), the Manchus gave a considerable degree of autonomy to the local Mongol tribes, who established Hailar as their seat. The city's development was greatly stimulated in 1899 with the arrival of the Chinese Eastern Railway, built by the Russians under the Sino-Russian treaty of 1896. In 1901, during the Boxer Rebellion of Chinese against foreigners, Hailar was occupied by Russian forces. In 1905 it was opened as a river port for foreign commerce.

The Chinese government abolished its autonomous status in 1910, renamed the city Hulun (designating it a county), and established a regular Chinese local administration. The city’s primary role has always been that of a market and commercial centre. In earlier times it was the terminus of caravan routes from central Mongolia and the site of great annual horse fairs. Now a railway city and the focus of an extensive road network, it stands between the areas colonized by Chinese settlers and the Mongolian border pasturelands. It trades in meat, hides, and dairy products. Plants manufacturing machines, chemicals, and paper have been established there. A large open-cut coal mine is located about 42 miles (70 km) south of the city, near the Yimin River. Hailar also has established a food-processing industry, using the rich farming and livestock products nearby.

Airports in Hailar

1. Hailar International Airport (HLD)

Hailar International Airport is an international airport serving Hailar District of Hulunbuir, a prefecture-level city of Inner Mongolia, China. The airport was formerly called Hailar Dongshan Airport until it was renamed on 1 January 2011. Among the facilities available are Wi-Fi connection and pay-per-use lounge. The flight will take around 26 hours from PSP 33 927.30. This is a one-stop flight. You will depart from Manila Philippines Airport (MNL) and you will land at the Hailar Airport (HLD). There are few airlines to choose from. Among them are Air China, China Eastern, Cathay Pacific and Shanghai Airlines.

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When is the Best Time to Fly to Hailar?

If you're looking for the very warmest time to visit Hailar, the hottest months are July, June, and then August. See average monthly temperatures below. The warmest time of year is generally late July where highs are regularly around 80.5°F (26.9°C) with temperatures rarely dropping below 59.4°F (15.2°C) at night. If dry weather is what you're after, the months with the lowest chance of significant precipitation in Hailar are January, February, and then April. The lowest chance of rain or snow occurs around early to mid-January. When can you find snow in Hailar? Weather stations report a right amount of seasonal snow likely to be deepest around December, especially close to mid-December. The best time to ski (if at all) in Hailar is often around early December when fresh powder is deepest.

Hailar has some humid months and slightly dry months in the opposite season. The least humid month is May (34.2% relative humidity), and the most humid month is December (61.3%). Wind in Hailar is usually calm. The windiest month is April, followed by May and September. April's average wind speed of around 8.3 knots (9.6 MPH or 15.4 KPH) is considered "a gentle breeze." Maximum sustained winds (the highest speed for the day lasting more than a few moments) are at their highest in early to mid-April where average top sustained speeds reach 14.7 knots, which is considered a moderate breeze.

The busiest month for tourism in Hailar, China in April, followed by March and September. Prices for hotels and flights will be most expensive during these months, though you can save if you purchase well in advance. Tourists are unlikely to visit Hailar in July. Those willing to visit at these times will likely find it the least expensive month. The middle-year months have very comfortable weather with comfortable high temperatures. These months see the most precipitation with 5 to 8 days of precipitation per month. June - August is the slowest season for tourism in Hailar, so lodging and other accommodations may cost less than usual.

Catch Lantern Festivals while in Hailar. Since this festival signifies the end of the Chinese New Year, it is expected to be celebrated on 19 February in 2019. The Lantern Festival is full of life and color as many people come together to light lanterns and share lantern riddles. Those who provide answers to the riddles are rewarded with gifts. This day is also famous for traditional dances like the lion dance, where men imitate the movements of a lion in a lion costume. Imagine a grown man moving in a lion costume, what a sight! Lanterns fill the sky on this day twinkling like stars as the float upwards like clouds.

Scheduled on 5 April 2019, Qing Ming Jie, also known as Pure Brightness and Tomb-Sweeping Day, is modeled after Jie Zitui, who cut off a piece of his flesh to feed his exiled lord. On this day, many pay respects to their dead family and relatives to sweep their tombs and bring offerings of food and wine they loved while they were alive. This is how the lord later paid respects to Jie Zitui, who had already passed on by the time he had regained his power and wanted to return his debt. Kites are also flown on this day to usher in good luck. To make it extra special, lights are attached to the kites and the strings of the kites are cut so that they fly free in the sky.

What are the Top 3 Things to Do in Hailar?

Hailar is one of the most visited cities in the world. Many attractions can be found in Hailar.

1. Moerdaoga National Forest Park - The Moerdaoga National Forest Park is the first national forest park in the Greater Khingan Range (Greater Xing’an Mountain) within Inner Mongolia Autonomous Region. It is the biggest national forest park of its kind in China. “Moerdaoga” literally means that “Set out for battle and Ride your horses” that was legendarily said by Genghis Khan who tried to integrate the tribes. The forest park abuts the Hulunbuir Grassland on the south, the Erguna River on the north, filled with old and tall trees and numerous streams and rivers. The park is within the administration Moerdaoga Town of Ergun City. The best time to visit is during May – September ( July and August are the best months). You can either take a bus or an overnight train to reach there.

2. Genhe Wetland - Genhe Wetland has an area of 126,000 hectare , the largest wetland in Asia, about 3km to the west of Ergun City. Genhe Wetland is scattered around the forest and the grassland with many types including marshes, shrub swamps, swamp forest, open bogs and moss. Genhe Wetland is on the plain delta formed by Erguna River and other three alpine rivers including Genhe River, Deerbugan River and Hawuer River.

3. Manzhouli City - Manzhouli is the largest border city in Inner Mongolia. It abuts Russia in the north, approx. 192km to the west of Hailaier (the city center of Hulunbuir). Manzhouli has the largest border crossing in China. The National Gate ( Guo Men ) is 9 kilometers to the west of Manzhouli Downtown. Manzhouli is a port city of comprising the folk customs of the three countries including China, Russia and Mongolia, a blend of Chinese and Western cultures. The City is rife with unique buildings of Russian, Mongolian and Chinese styles.