Jilin Travel Guide

Here is a travel guide for Jilin: 1. Winter Travel (with a focus on Changbai Mountain) 1. Changbai Mountain Scenic Area Heaven Lake: In winter, the lake is covered in snow and ice, and the blue sky and white snow make for a spectacular view. You can take a snowmobile or hike up the mountain to see it. However, be aware of the weather, as some viewing routes may be closed in winter due to bad weather. Changbai Mountain North Slope Hot Springs: In the cold winter, soaking in the hot springs while surrounded by snow and ice is a unique experience. The hot springs are rich in minerals and are good for your health. Changbai Mountain Devil's World Scenic Area: In the early morning, the river is shrouded in mist, and the trees on both sides are covered in frost, as if you are in a fairyland. Photography enthusiasts should not miss this place, as you can take very artistic photos. 2. Transportation From Jilin City or Changchun City, you can take a high-speed train to Dunhua, and then transfer to a car to Changbai Mountain Scenic Area. If you are flying directly to Changbai Mountain Airport, there are buses from the airport to the scenic area. 3. Accommodation There are many resorts and hotels at the foot of Changbai Mountain. For example, Wanda International Resort has good accommodation and facilities such as a ski resort and hot springs, making it suitable for families and vacationers. 2. Summer Travel 1. Songhua Lake Songhua Lake is a large artificial lake, and in summer, the water is clear and surrounded by mountains. You can take a boat tour of the lake and mountains, and have a picnic or camp by the lake. Some resorts by the lake offer various water activities, such as jet skiing and kayaking. 2. Jingyuetan National Forest Park Located in the southeast of Changchun City, it has a high forest coverage rate. There are many hiking and cycling routes, with beautiful scenery and fresh air along the way. There are also several viewing platforms where you can overlook the entire forest park. 3. Jiaohe Red Leaf Valley Autumn (September to October is the best time to visit, but you can also go in summer to enjoy nature) is when the valley is lush and the streams are flowing. In autumn, the leaves gradually change color, and the mountains are covered in red leaves, like a painting. In summer, you can escape the heat and enjoy the tranquility and vitality of nature. 3. Food Recommendations 1. Manchu Wula Hot Pot Using a traditional copper pot, the broth is delicious, and usually contains sauerkraut, pork, blood sausage, and other ingredients, with a strong Manchu flavor. 2. Korean Cold Noodles Jilin has many Korean communities, and cold noodles are a traditional Korean dish. Buckwheat noodles with cold beef broth, kimchi, beef slices, cucumber strips, and other side dishes, with a sweet and sour taste. 3. Jilin Fried Noodles Fried noodles are a specialty snack in Jilin City, made by frying starch noodles until golden brown, and then adding sesame paste, chili oil, vinegar, and other seasonings, with a crispy outside and tender inside.