Some places near Yinchuan are: -Xi'an, Shaanxi: A historic city in central China, Xi'an is home to the Terracotta Warriors, a collection of life-sized statues of warriors and horses. -Dunhuang, Gansu: A city in northwestern China, Dunhuang is known for its Buddhist cave temples, including the Mogao Caves, which are a UNESCO World Heritage Site. -Hohhot, Inner Mongolia: The capital of Inner Mongolia, Hohhot is a major cultural and commercial center in the region.