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2026.09.03 16:41 GMT+8

Matryoshka Square: Where Chinese, Russian and Mongolian cultures meet

Updated 2026.09.03 16:41 GMT+8
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Bordering Russia and located close to Mongolia, Manzhouli in Hulunbuir, Inner Mongolia features a distinctive blend of Chinese, Russian and Mongolian cultural elements. Matryoshka Square is a vivid showcase of these cultural influences.

The two matryoshka doll-shaped hotels at Matryoshka Square in Manzhouli, Hulunbuir, Inner Mongolia. /CGTN

The two matryoshka doll-shaped hotels at Matryoshka Square in Manzhouli, Hulunbuir, Inner Mongolia. /CGTN

A view of Matryoshka Square in Manzhouli, Hulunbuir, Inner Mongolia. /CGTN

A view of Matryoshka Square in Manzhouli, Hulunbuir, Inner Mongolia. /CGTN

Two hotels shaped like matryoshka dolls, traditional Russian nesting dolls, are the square's most eye-catching landmarks. The larger one stands 93 meters tall and is the world's largest matryoshka doll-shaped building. Its facade features painted female figures representing China, Russia and Mongolia.

A view of a pedestrian street near the matryoshka doll-shaped hotels at Matryoshka Square in Manzhouli, Hulunbuir, Inner Mongolia. /CGTN

A view of a pedestrian street near the matryoshka doll-shaped hotels at Matryoshka Square in Manzhouli, Hulunbuir, Inner Mongolia. /CGTN

Visitors can also explore a nearby pedestrian street, where they can shop for souvenirs and choose from a variety of foods.

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