For a family with a first-grader, it’s probably only during winter or summer vacation that a spontaneous trip is possible. With the summer break upon us, not going on a beautiful journey would almost feel like a waste. Where to go? The overcrowded beaches are out of the question—my husband suggested: why not head north and find a cool summer retreat? He had hit the nail on the head—I made up my mind right away—Mudanjiang it is!
I had long heard about the beauty of Mudanjiang but never had the chance to go. Now that the time was right, taking the kids and visiting this place with the “elders” seemed like a great idea. We hunted for travel guides, booked plane tickets, rented a car—all preparations were in full swing. For an independent trip, we flew straight to Mudanjiang, then rented a car to drive around. Once everything was set, our whole family boarded a plane heading north to begin our summer adventure in Mudanjiang.
We returned the rental car, packed our bags, and set off on our journey home. Our perfect trip to China’s most beautiful eco-tourism city—Mudanjiang—had come to an end. There were no crowded streets, no bustling traffic. Amid a relaxing trip, we experienced the majestic mountains and rivers, rich resources, and serene beauty of the northeastern land—the picturesque Jiangnan hidden within forests and snowy plains, the land of fish and rice nestled between white mountains and black waters. Summer in Mudanjiang is so beautiful, making it a fantastic choice for escaping the heat. In winter, I imagine it must be a completely different scene, covered in silvery white. Mudanjiang, let’s meet again next time!