Erjin

Erjin, also known as the Erjin Banner, is a administrative division within the Hulunbuir prefecture-level city in Inner Mongolia, China. It is situated in the northeastern part of the Inner Mongolia Autonomous Region, bordering the country of Mongolia to the south. The region is characterized by its vast grasslands, a traditional nomadic landscape that has historically been central to the lives of its inhabitants.

The primary ethnic group in Erjin Banner is the Evenk people, one of the indigenous groups of Siberia and northeastern China. The Evenk have a rich cultural heritage, deeply connected to reindeer herding and hunting. While traditional lifestyles persist, modern economic activities in Erjin include animal husbandry, agriculture, and increasingly, tourism drawn by its unique natural scenery and ethnic culture. The area experiences a continental climate with distinct seasons, featuring cold winters and warm summers. Erjin Banner plays a role in the border trade with Mongolia due to its geographical location. The local administration focuses on developing infrastructure and supporting the preservation of Evenk traditions and language.