With the Republic of Mongolia to its north and the Yellow River to its south, Baotou is the largest city in the Inner Mongolia autonomous region and serves as an important transport hub. It is also the industrial and manufacturing center of the region.
Here are some old photos showcasing the city’s history.

The old Baotou Railway Station [Photo/hlnmg.com]

The Baotou Railway Station in the 1990s [Photo/hlnmg.com]

The Baotou Railway Station in 2018 [Photo/hlnmg.com]
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