Julong Spring

　　    Julong Spring is situated on the northern slope of Changbai Mountain, about 900 meters from Changbai Waterfall. In an area of just 10 square meters, over 30 springs gush out. According to scientific measurements, the water temperature can reach up to 82°C. Here, regardless of summer or winter, the area is always filled with steam and mist. Especially in the harsh winter, against the backdrop of the snowy white landscape, the hot springs are shrouded in fog, resembling a mystical fairyland. The minerals deposited around the hot springs over the years come in various colors such as red, brownish-red, yellow, blue, and green, looking like beautiful ceramics. A faint smell of sulfur lingers in the air. Pearls-like bubbles rise to the surface, emitting sounds akin to boiling water. If you look carefully, you’ll find the grass near the springs still vibrant and green even in winter. If visitors wish, they can even take an open-air bath in the midst of falling snow – truly a delightful experience.

　　    These hot springs vividly demonstrate that the residual heat from the magma after the volcanic eruption of Changbai Mountain has not yet dissipated, or in other words, that volcanic activity still exists deep underground.

　　    When visiting Julong Spring, it’s best to try eggs boiled in the hot spring. Perhaps due to some chemical reaction, the egg yolks become solid while the whites remain soft. There’s also a mild sulfur aroma, and when eaten with a sprinkle of salt, they have a unique flavor.

　　    The spring water contains a high amount of sulfides, which dye the surrounding rocks and pebbles in golden, azure, crimson, and emerald hues, sparkling with colorful brilliance and releasing rising steam, creating a particularly pleasing sight for visitors. Especially in winter, when the surroundings are blanketed in silver and ice, this spot remains filled with steam and rising mist — a truly unique scene.

　　    Changbai’s hot springs are known as the “Divine Water,” possessing significant medical and health benefits. Tests show that the spring water contains dozens of beneficial elements and minerals. It can help relax muscles and improve circulation, dispel cold, and prevent illness, with particularly notable efficacy in treating arthritis and skin conditions. There are hot spring bathing pools available for visitors, with adjustable water temperatures. After bathing, one feels exceptionally refreshed. The hot spring baths of Changbai Mountain are hailed as the “Best Baths Under Heaven” and enjoy a prestigious reputation.