'Iron city' on grassland to transform itself into a hub of arts and culture

Baotou, in the Inner Mongolia autonomous region, is renowned for rich natural resources and a booming base of iron and steel production.

Now, it is to explore its potential in the areas of arts, culture and heritage.

The upcoming Baotou Art Fair, scheduled to run from July 12 to July 15, will bring together over 40 cultural institutions from around the country to exhibit artworks and commemorate the rich traditions of cultural heritage.