Located within the Changbai Stone Forest Scenic Area in Changbai County, about 15 kilometers ahead, there hangs a curtain of water on the cliff, cascading straight down like poured water—this is the famous Diaoshuihu Waterfall, one of the twenty-four scenic highlights of the Changbai Stone Forest Scenic Area. Though not as grand and magnificent as the Lushan Waterfall, Diaoshuihu Waterfall may not evoke the poetic awe of “mistaking it for the Milky Way descending from the heavens…”
The Korean Ethnic Folk Village is located in the eastern part of Changbai County on the frontier of the motherland. Nestled against mountains and beside waters, it boasts beautiful and simple scenery, facing Huishan City in Ryanggang Province of the Democratic People's Republic of Korea across the river. Traditional customs and folk culture blend seamlessly with the landscape, casting a mysterious aura over this small village and giving it...
Fifty-Gangding, located in Changbai County, is a world nature reserve. It boasts not only unique natural landscapes but also showcases its rich geological features and precious three-dimensional resources in full splendor. On March 16, 2008, in order to complete the photo shoots for the publication of the "Changbai Scenery Photo Album" commemorating the county’s 50th anniversary...
Rime Ice in Changbai In the depths of winter, when the vast northern lands lie barren and bleak, the uniquely enchanting rime ice and idyllic snowscapes along the Yalu River in Changbai County captivate travelers from near and far. They offer a refreshing and otherworldly beauty that makes one feel as though they are melting into a forgotten paradise—dreamlike and intoxicating...
Shibadagou Hot Springs A thousand springs in Changbai’s Dragon Pool, warm currents rise to reveal hot springs. The Shibadagou Hot Springs in Changbai County, Jilin Province, have been hailed as “miraculous springs” by locals for over a hundred years due to their legendary healing properties. Since joining the army in Changbai in 1977, I’ve lost count of how many times I’ve bathed in the Shibadagou Hot Springs...
Traveling to the Alpine Garden is not just about hiking and sightseeing or admiring flowers — it’s a unique kind of enjoyment. Visiting Changbai Mountain in summer without seeing the Alpine Garden would be a great pity. In mid-July last year, my friends and I climbed Changbai Mountain again. This time, it wasn’t to see the Heavenly Lake but to head straight for the Alpine Garden…
The Changbai Stone Forest Scenic Area is located within Changbai County and lies in the alpine tundra valley zone of the Changbai Mountain area. Featuring unique flora such as lithops and ledum palustre, it showcases the distinctive characteristics of Changbai Mountain and its tundra landscape. The canyon is lined on both sides with white and gray pumice stones, presenting a dazzling array that resembles a colorful and diverse natural geological museum. The dark bluish-black stone forest consists of interlocking tooth-like stone pillars formed from volcanic tuff...
Changbai County Pagoda Mountain Park is located in the only Korean autonomous county in Jilin Province—Changbai Korean Autonomous County. It is the highest-altitude park in Northeast China, with an elevation of 894 meters and covering an area of about three square kilometers. It is a comprehensive recreational area integrating sightseeing, exhibitions, and entertainment. The mountain was anciently known as Canglong Ridge. Legend has it that in ancient times, a jade dragon flying through the sky looked down upon the picturesque landscapes of Changbai and descended to the earth, transforming into a dragon-shaped mountain that lies peacefully across the land. Changbai County Pagoda Mountain Park is divided into two main sections: entertainment and sightseeing at the foot of the mountain, and sightseeing and exhibitions on the mountain. At the base, aside from children’s play facilities, visitors can also see animals such as sika deer, sables, black bears, and roe deer, as well as over 200 varieties of precious flowers cultivated in the greenhouse.
Traveling upstream along the Yalu River from Changbai Korean Autonomous County, about 90 kilometers from the county town, you’ll reach the world-renowned southern foot of Heaven Lake on Changbai Mountain. Ascending to the lake from the southern slope offers a unique experience. Along the way, you’ll be surrounded by towering peaks, cliffs like walls, primeval forest landscapes with diverse vegetation, as well as famous attractions such as the Bone River Valley, Camel Peak, and Tiger Fang…
Tiger's Back is a major scenic spot on the western slope of Changbai Mountain. It is also a formidable challenge. After passing Gasping Slope, you’ll reach Tiger's Back. It was once an essential route for hikers ascending to view Heaven Lake on foot. The mountain resembles a reclining tiger, with a winding path running along its spine, flanked by steep slopes and cliffs—extremely rugged and treacherous. Hikers must proceed with great caution. …
Changbai Waterfall is located on the northern side of Heaven Lake, at the end of the Chengcha River. The Chengcha River forms a 68-meter-high waterfall after flowing for 1,250 meters. As one of the scenic highlights of Changbai Mountain, it is named Changbai Waterfall. Due to its significant drop, the waterfall is formed by two powerful water columns resembling snow dragons, creating countless splashes and a flurry of flying snow. Below the cliff lies a pool over 20 meters deep…
Within the landscape belt of the Changbai Mountain's Erman birch forest, a waterfall cascades down the cliffs and plunges directly into a pool of emerald water — this is the Green Abyss Pool. The pool shimmers with a deep, serene green. This intoxicating green exudes its elegance, this intoxicating green showcases its nobility. The satin-like green reflects the alpine Erman birches and the giant rocks...
The Changbai Mountain Museum is located in Baishan City, Jilin Province. Established in 1986, it covers a construction area of 2,642 square meters. It is one of the largest and most comprehensive natural museums in China. Built by scientific researchers and technical staff from the Changbai Mountain Nature Reserve Administration, the museum displays over 3,000...
The Siberian Tiger Park is located at the foot of the majestic Changbai Mountain, the homeland of the Siberian tiger, nestled within the vast expanse of the Changbai Mountain range. Covering an area of 50 hectares, it is an ecological forest park primarily featuring large feline species and the forest’s king of beasts—the Siberian tiger. It serves as a base for the protection, research, breeding, and appreciation of endangered species. The park currently has 12 wild-trained...
Due to the volcanic fractures and complex strata in the area, Changbai Mountain has become one of China’s regions with a relatively dense distribution of hot springs. The Changbai Mountain Hot Spring Cluster consists of dozens of springs, varying in size. Their water volume and temperature differ based on their locations. The flow rate, temperature, and water quality of the Changbai hot springs remain stable throughout the year, making them some of the finest hot springs in China...
Small Tianchi Lake is located 3 kilometers north of the Changbai Waterfall, and there are two of them in total. One is hidden in the tranquil yew forests at an altitude of 1773 meters. The lake is circular, covering an area of 5380 square meters, with a depth of over 10 meters and emerald-green water. About 200 meters from this small lake, there is another circular pool similar in size to the first, except...
The surface of Wangchi Lake sits at an altitude of 1,850 meters, covering an area of about 2,000 square meters. The water is crystal clear, and the shores are covered with bulrushes and cattails, accompanied by beautiful dwarf birch and tall pine trees. There are small fish in the lake, many frogs, and a variety of birds in the forest. The clear surface of the lake is often filled with the “croak—croak” of frogs and the “chirp—chirp” of birds. The water is a blue-green hue…
The Changbai Korean Ethnic Folk Village is located in the former Orchard Village of Malugou Town, about 3.5 kilometers east of the county town. Situated at the southern foot of Changbai Mountain and the source of the Yalu River, the village faces Huichun City in the Ryanggang Province of the Democratic People's Republic of Korea across the river. The Changbai Korean Ethnic Folk Village is...
On the northern side of Heaven Lake in Changbai Mountain, between the peaks of Tianhuo and Longmen, there is a large gap. This gap serves as the outlet for the lake. The water from Heaven Lake rushes out through this opening, and over time, the riverbed has been continuously eroded and deepened along the fault zone, eventually forming an enduring river. This river is called the Chengcha River...
Lingguang Pagoda is located on the hilltop to the northwest of the county seat in Changbai Korean Autonomous County, Jilin Province. Built during the Tang Dynasty by the Bohai Kingdom, it is the oldest existing ancient pagoda in Northeast China. The pagoda faces south and overlooks the Yalu River. It is a brick pagoda with closely spaced eaves, designed in the style of a multi-story pavilion and featuring a square base. Today, five stories remain, with a total height of nearly 13 meters. ...