A Must-See Border Town! 2-Day Tour Around Dandong

✨Top 3 Dandong Experiences A Glimpse of North Korea: Take a Yalu River cruise and see the Sinuiju Special Administrative Region of North Korea with your own eyes. Memories of a Heroic City: Visit the panoramic wall at the Memorial Hall of the War to Resist US Aggression and Aid Korea. The Starting Point of the Border: Take a photo with the 0 km marker of National Highway G331/G228 and the statue of Chairman Mao. 🚶♀2-Day, 1-Night Essential Itinerary Duration: 2 days, 1 night Day 1: Dandong City → Memorial Hall of the War to Resist US Aggression and Aid Korea → Yalu River Broken Bridge → Hekou Scenic Area → Hushan Great Wall → Lvjiang Village Day 2: Lvjiang Village → Return to Dandong Highlights: Border scenery between China and North Korea, war history, rapeseed flower fields, and the nostalgic charm of "Where the Peach Blossoms Bloom." 📅Day 1: Dandong City → Lvjiang Village (approx. 200 km, 4-hour drive) Morning: First Exploration of History and the Border 7:30–9:00 am: Memorial Hall of the War to Resist US Aggression and Aid Korea Must-sees: 360° panoramic war scenes and a replica of Peng Dehuai's command post. Reservations are required (free). Tip: Arrive before 8:00 am to avoid crowds. 9:30–10:30 am: Yalu River Broken Bridge. Climb the bridge and look out over Sinuiju, North Korea. Tickets: CNY 30. Midday: Nostalgic Charm of "Where the Peach Blossoms Bloom" 11:00 am–1:00 pm: Hekou Scenic Area, the birthplace of the song "Where the Peach Blossoms Bloom." Route: Dandong City → Hekou Scenic Area (40-minute drive) Afternoon: The Great Wall and the Border Highway 2:00–3:30 pm: Hushan Great Wall Highlights: The eastern starting point of the Ming Dynasty Great Wall. Climb the "One Step Across" and look out over North Korean farmland. Tickets: CNY 60. Tip: Some steps are steep. Non-slip shoes are recommended. Drones are prohibited (border control). 4:00–7:00 pm: Drive to Lvjiang Village Route: Along National Highway 331 → Zhenjiang Town → Hunjiang Great Bend Viewing Platform (stop for photos) → Lvjiang Village Scenery along the way: Hunjiang Great Bend (the First Bend of Liaodong) and riverside rapeseed flower fields (golden fields in May–June). Evening: If you're lucky, you can capture the sunset and the iconic old fisherman casting his net in Lvjiang Village. Accommodation: Village guesthouses. Enjoy iron pot stewed river fish for dinner. 📅Day 2: Lvjiang Village → Return to Dandong (approx. 200 km, 4-hour drive) Early Morning: Lvjiang Village's Hidden Gems 5:30–7:00 am: Watch the sunrise from Shenxian Peak. Activity: Hike for 20 minutes to the summit and take photos of the "submerged land" tidal flats and fishing boat silhouettes in the morning mist. Morning: Countryside and Nature 10:30 am–12:00 pm: Rapeseed flower fields and the mouth of the Hunjiang River. Rapeseed flower fields: Navigate to the "Dà Měi Lǜ Jiāng" logo. Wearing a white dress will make your photos even better (best time to visit is May–June). Afternoon: Return to Dandong 1:00–5:00 pm: Return route options Recommended route: Lvjiang Village → Paohun Line → Danji Line → National Highway 331 → Dandong City. Take photos of any scenery you missed along the way. ⚠Important Notes Border Control: Carry your ID card at all times. Do not take photos of North Korean sentry posts or use drones. Road Conditions: Some sections of National Highway 331 are mountain roads with sharp bends and steep slopes. Experienced drivers are recommended. April–May: The peach blossoms in Hekou and the rapeseed flowers in Lvjiang Village are both stunning. September–October: The colorful autumn foliage of the Hunjiang River is perfect for photography. Food and Accommodation Recommendations: Accommodation in Lvjiang Village is basic. Book 2 weeks in advance during peak season. 🌉In Dandong, even the wind whispers tales of history.