In 1919, after news of the "March 1st Movement" in Korea reached Yanbian, anti-Japanese activists across the region decided to hold an anti-Japanese event in Longjing on March 13 in support of the Korean national independence movement. On the afternoon of March 13, 1919, thousands of people from all over Yanbian broke through the blockades of Japanese police and feudal...
The former site of the Japanese Consulate in Gando was established in 1907 when Japan dispatched police to Longjing Village under the pretext of “protecting the lives and property of Koreans,” setting up what was called the “Temporary Police Office of the Residency-General in Gando.” Saito Kijirō was appointed as the head of the office. In September 1909, Japanese imperialism and the Qing government signed the “Tumen River Korean-Chinese Border Agreement”...
The Longshan Korean Ethnic Folk Village in Longjing City was established in 1995, officially named by the Jilin Provincial Government, and began receiving foreign guests. Nestled against mountains and near water, the village boasts beautiful scenery, warm hospitality, and rich ethnic customs. It lies 10 kilometers north of Yanji City, 9 kilometers west of Longjing City, backed by the steep and majestic Mao'er Mountain...
Piyanshan Mountain is located in the southwestern part of Longjing City, about 3 kilometers from the city center, and enjoys convenient transportation. It is covered with lush trees, surrounded by rivers, and boasts pleasant scenery, making it a natural mountain park in Longjing. The mountain preserves cultural relics from the Neolithic Age as well as sites related to anti-Japanese resistance activities. Piyanshan is part of the foothills of the Yinggaoling Range, a branch of the Changbai Mountains...
The “Former Site of Dacheng Middle School” is a cultural heritage site protected by the Yanbian Korean Autonomous Prefecture. It is located within Longjing Middle School at No. 789 Minsheng Street, Longjing City, Yanbian Korean Autonomous Prefecture, Jilin Province, approximately 20 kilometers from Yanji International Airport. As an exclusive exhibition hall collecting historical materials on the Chinese Korean ethnic group, it mainly houses educational and anti-Japanese struggle histories of the Chinese Koreans since the late 19th century...
Oriental Bear Park is located about 5 kilometers from the suburbs of Longjing City and 15 kilometers from Yanji, the capital of Yanbian. Established in 1988, the park is a comprehensive, modern wildlife observation facility integrating wildlife conservation, breeding, development, utilization, and eco-tourism. It is also the largest bear breeding base in Asia. The park covers an area of...
Longjing Well is located at the intersection of Longjing Street and Liudaogou in present-day Longjing City. In the late 19th century, Korean settlers Zhang Renshuo and Park In-yeon discovered an ancient well about 60 meters northeast of the intersection of Longjing Street and Liudaogou in what is now Longjing City. The well water was cool and sweet, so the settlers erected a “well sweep,” known as the “Dragon Bucket.” Later…
The Tianfozhi Mountain Nature Reserve is located in Longjing City, Yanbian Korean Autonomous Prefecture, Jilin Province. It is China’s first nature reserve dedicated to precious edible fungi and the country’s only national-level nature reserve aimed at protecting matsutake mushrooms and their ecosystem. Rich in natural resources, its primary conservation focus is the unique...
Batch and Announcement Date of Longyan Tomb Cluster: Fourth Batch, October 20, 1987 Address: Longyan Village, Dexin Township, Longjing City Period: Bohai Kingdom (698–926 AD) Category: Ancient Tombs Managing Authority: Longjing Cultural Relics Management Office Open to Public: No The Longyan Tomb Cluster is located approximately 300…
Batch and announcement date of Chuan Kou Shan Cheng: 6th batch, May 31, 2007 Address: Guangkai Town, Longjing City Category: Ancient Ruins Management Unit: Longjing Cultural Relics Management Office Open to Public: No Chuan Kou Shan Cheng is located on the mountain top 300 meters northwest of Wutun in Chuan Kou Village, about 15 li north of Kaishantun Town, Longjing City. The entire city is built from earth, roughly...
Batch and announcement date of Jingu Ruins: 6th batch, May 31, 2007 Address: Jingu Village, Dexin Township, Longjing City Category: Ancient ruins Managing authority: Longjing Cultural Relics Management Office Open to public: No The ruins are located 2 li south of Jingu Reservoir in Dexin Township. The site dates back approximately 2700 to 2000 years, equivalent to the early Eastern Zhou period in the Central Plains...
The traditional Korean houses in Beixing Village are located in Beixing Village, Sanhe Town, Longjing City, Yanbian Prefecture, and are categorized as important modern historical sites and representative architecture. The traditional Korean houses in Beixing Village are listed as part of the seventh batch of provincial-level cultural heritage protection units. …
Chaodong Mountain City is located in Longjing City, Yanbian Prefecture, and is categorized as an ancient site. It is a cultural relic protection unit at the provincial level, listed in the seventh batch. …
View Three Nations is located within the Fangchuan National Key Scenic Area, at the junction of China, Russia, and North Korea. It is 63.6 kilometers from the city center. Standing on the viewing platform and looking south, the Tumen River flows gently into the distance, with the Russia–North Korea Railway Bridge spanning across it. Gazing along the river, you can see where the river meets the sea—a spectacular sight. Turning southwest, you’ll see rolling hills in Hoeryong City, North Korea, with lush willows and blue rivers. Looking southeast, the Russian town of Khasan’s Podgornaya settlement lies just within view. Further ahead lies a vast coastal plain dotted with lakes and marshes. At the edge of the plain, the deep blue Sea of Japan stretches to the horizon, resembling a silver ribbon floating against the sky. Here, visitors can take in the breathtaking panorama of mountains embracing the sea, the ocean encompassing all streams, the boundless expanse of the sky, and the exquisite beauty of the land.
Lotus Pond Scenery is located within the Fangchuan National Key Scenic Area at the southern foot of Shacao Peak, about 54.2 kilometers from the city center, covering an area of over 30 hectares. Every July and August, the red lotus flowers of the Tumen River, which have a history of 135 million years, bloom vibrantly in the lake, with red, white, and pink lotuses creating a stunning contrast. The surrounding hillsides are lush and green, while the lake teems with wild ducks and seabirds, occasionally dotted with egrets and red-crowned cranes, offering a scene reminiscent of West Lake. Due to the long-standing legends and spiritual significance of Lotus Lake, local residents have long formed the tradition of gathering in groups to admire the blooming lotuses during their peak season, praying for the blessings of the Lotus Fairy. Today, the Tumen River red lotus has gained widespread fame, attracting an increasing number of visitors. Here, tourists can take boat rides on the lake, enjoy the blossoms, go fishing, and even savor a feast of wild fish native to Lotus Lake.
Diaoshuihu Waterfall Diaoshuihu Waterfall is located in the middle reaches of the Sandao Gully River, about 40 kilometers northeast of Hunchun City, at the foot of Xuedai Mountain. It gets its name from the natural waterfall and over one thousand square meters of lake surface formed when the river is blocked by large rocks. The waterfall features rapid currents and splashing waves, surrounded by high mountains, dense forests, and deep valleys. In spring, the green mountains...
Dahuanggou Party History Education BaseDahuanggou Party History Education BaseDahuanggou Party History Education Base is 90 li from the city center. It is the birthplace of the Hunchun County Committee and also served as the base area for Hunchun’s anti-Japanese resistance. It has been approved as a provincial-level cultural relics protection unit and a youth education base under the China Committee for the Care of the Next Generation.
Lingbao Temple is located on Beishan Mountain in downtown Hunchun at an elevation of 120 meters. It covers an area of 10,000 square meters, with a total investment of 60 million yuan. The scenic area includes sixteen Buddhist landmarks: the Mountain Gate, Bell and Drum Towers, Child-Giving Guanyin, Ksitigarbha Bodhisattva, the God of Wealth Hall, Dripping-Water Guanyin, the Heavenly King Hall, Maitreya Buddha, the Mahavira Hall, Thousand-Handed Guanyin, Stone Forest Grand Buddha, Tian Tan Reclining Buddha, Lingbao Pagoda, the Great Wall, Ten Thousand Buddhas Cave, and Water Spirit Cave. Each site features a unique and innovative design. Every year, a large number of devotees come here to burn incense and pray for blessings, while an increasing number of tourists visit to sightsee and explore.
Within the Jingxin Plain, rivers flow through and lakes are scattered across the landscape, forming what is known as the "Jingxin Wetland," also referred to as the "Lower Tumen River Wetland." The main contiguous area of the wetland spans 5,874 hectares, making it one of the key protected wetlands in Jilin Province. This wetland boasts rich flora and fauna, including the only habitat in China where wild large-fruited roses grow...
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