Things to do in Gongzhuling

Erlong Lake has beautiful natural landscapes and rich historical and cultural landscapes. The legend of Erlong Mountain is beautiful and moving. The ancient city of Heersu, the ruins of the State of Yan, and the post station of Emperor Kangxi's eastern tour tell long-standing historical stories. Wanbao Mountain and the island in the center of the lake are beautiful and crowded with tourists. "Erlong Pavilion" was nominated by Chairman Li Peng. Standing here, you can see the whole Erlong Lake. Nowadays, flowers, plants and trees are planted on the lakeside and at the foot of the mountain, and pavilions and towers are built to make Erlong Lake more beautiful. Erlong Lake is surrounded by mountains, shaded by green trees, and has beautiful scenery. In spring, various migratory birds and waterfowl come here to breed and live. In summer, wild flowers bloom all over the mountains. In autumn, various wild fruits, fungi and mushrooms can be picked at will. In winter, the snow is white and the scenery is silver. Erlong Lake, surrounded by Erlong Mountain, has a poetic and picturesque scenery that is very charming. The top of the dam of Erlong Lake is 6 meters wide, and a three-story six-hole rolling water gate stands in the middle, which looks very majestic. Erlong Lake has a wide surface and vast waters, giving people a magnificent feeling. Local Specialties Erlong Lake has a water surface of more than 8,000 hectares, and is rich in more than 20 species of fish and shrimp, including green carp, grass carp, silver carp, perch, pond shrimp, etc. The food of Erlong Lake includes typical Northeastern style and special snacks of ethnic minorities such as Korean and Manchu, such as pork stewed with vermicelli, Korean cold noodles, dumplings, buns, etc. It is worth mentioning that the local smoked meat pie is well-known among the Northeastern style snacks. The pie is cut into two pieces, with uniform thickness and moderate toughness and crispness. The delicious smoked meat is wrapped in the middle of the pie. Bite it like a hamburger. Hey - the fragrance of the meat, the toughness of the pie, the freshness of the green onion, and the gag of the sauce make your tongue feel like it is tied with a bow and you are unwilling to give up the lingering and lingering with this simple and delicious food. Especially Li Liangui's roast pork pancake is the most famous golden signboard, and the national leaders praised it after tasting it. The embroidery products of the craft embroidery factory are finely embroidered, with novel patterns and appropriate colors; the wicker products made of local willow branches are peeled and woven into various shapes and specifications, mostly using the natural color of the peeled willow branches, and some are painted with colorful patterns, which are exquisite and beautiful; the carpets hand-woven by male workers in the carpet factory are made of wool as the main raw material, with excellent texture, beautiful patterns, and fine workmanship. They are famous for their density, firmness, beauty, and durability. The jade carvings of the young carving artist Sun Wenli include various flowers, trees, animals, and animals, with artistic shapes, delicate knife skills, and lifelike images. The local arts and crafts also include calligraphy and painting, glass products, clay sculptures, steel and wood furniture, etc.; ginseng is produced in the southern mountainous area of ​​Siping. Many products using ginseng as raw materials or core materials have been launched in Siping, such as ginseng flower crystal flying ginseng gecko essence, ginseng royal jelly, ginseng tea, ginseng flower beer, ginseng soap, etc. Siping's geographical conditions are very suitable for the growth and reproduction of sika deer. Deer antler blood, deer blood, deer fetus, deer penis, etc. are also precious medicinal materials produced here. Siping's local products also include corn, soybeans, sunflower stalks, medical stone, hawthorn, mushrooms, wild vegetables, wild medicinal materials, etc.

It's a bit far from downtown Changchun, about an hour's drive away. The automatic parking system at the entrance was a first for me, and it was free! There were even volunteers to show you how to use it – so thoughtful! The place is incredibly large; walking is impossible. A bus ride around it takes over 40 minutes. The most beautiful area is near the dam, not far from the entrance!

Finally checked out Harbin Ice and Snow World! It's absolutely stunning, a true ice and snow fairytale kingdom! ✨ The ice sculptures are crystal clear, and the super ice slide is thrilling and exhilarating. Although it was very cold, the beautiful scenery and fun were totally worth it. Highly recommended, definitely a worthwhile trip!

The best-preserved former residence of a prominent figure from the Republic of China era in Northeast China is said to be "a grand mansion that encapsulates half of the modern history of Northeast China." The Northeast Flag Change and the Yang-Chang Incident both took place here, making it an excellent site for modern history and patriotic education. The exhibits and reconstructed scenes are abundant, and the artifacts, old photos, and old furniture create a strong sense of immersion.

I regretfully missed the snow cake monkey show during the day, but a quiet stroll through the park still had its own charm. I wandered around leisurely, getting up close to the animals and encountering several rare creatures. The autumn breeze in Northeast China was so refreshing; it instantly relieved all work stress, a brief moment of healing.

Shenyang Imperial Palace. A must-see in Shenyang. Also known as the Shenyang Imperial Palace, it's a World Heritage Site and the birthplace of the Qing Dynasty. Construction began in 1625 as the palace built by Nurhaci and Hong Taiji outside the Great Wall. Along with the Forbidden City in Beijing, it is considered one of the two remaining major imperial palace complexes in China. The architecture features distinct Manchu characteristics, with yellow glazed tiles trimmed with green. The eastern section, including the Dazheng Hall and the Ten Princes' Pavilions, follows the unique Eight Banners layout; the central section, including the Chongzheng Hall, served as the imperial court; and the western section, including the Wensu Pavilion, housed the Siku Quanshu (Complete Library of the Four Treasuries). The architectural styles of Han, Manchu, and Mongolian ethnic groups blend together here.

There were so many people and tourists that I didn't have time to take in many things. It's like a low-end version of the Forbidden City in Beijing. Many of the artifacts on display were discarded from the Forbidden City. Some rooms were off-limits, so people crowded around the entrances to take photos. There was no lighting inside, so the photos didn't look great. The architecture is still quite distinctive.

The famous Harbin Pharmaceutical Group No. 6 Factory produces many brand-name drugs. The historic European-style buildings are beautiful and photogenic! The print exhibition is also quite artistic. The free restaurant offers excellent value for money!

This place has a strong sense of history, attracting many middle-aged and elderly visitors who are nostalgic. The exhibits include film introductions from various eras, primarily using pictures, text, and video materials. It would be great if more filming locations could be added.

The entire scenic area is quite large. It's recommended to allow 2 hours for the Imperial Palace Museum, and the outer area also includes the Northeast Anti-Japanese War Memorial Hall and the M+ Park. Therefore, it's advisable to allow at least 3 hours for the entire scenic area.