Changbai Mountain Travel Guide | A must-visit human wonderland in your lifetime Always go to Changbai Mountain to go on a date with nature and feel its majesty and majesty
|A must-visit human wonderland in your lifetime Always take a trip to Changbai Mountain to go on a date with nature and feel its majesty and majesty. Changbai Mountain Travel Guide | A must-visit human wonderland in your lifetime
Always take a trip to Changbai Mountain, go on a date with nature, feel its majesty and magnificence, experience that unique ice and snow charm and primitive style. This guide will take you to play around Changbai Mountain and encounter a fantastic journey.
First, preparation before departure
- Documents: Mainland China ID card must be brought. If you have a student card, senior citizen card and other discount documents, you may be able to enjoy ticket discounts.
- Clothing: Winter trip, be sure to prepare thick down jacket, plush jacket, warm cotton pants, snow boots, scarf, gloves, thunder hat, mountain top wind cold, these can help you withstand the severe cold;
- Items: Sunglasses (snow blindness), sunscreen (strong UV rays in the mountains), thermos (drink hot water at any time), charger (photo consumes electricity faster), raincoat (variable weather in the mountains, easier to carry than an umbrella).
Second, how to get to Changbai Mountain
- Air: You can reach Changbaishan Airport (near Xipo), Longjia Airport (Changchun), and Yanji Chaoyangchuan International Airport. Cities without direct flights to Changbai Mountain Airport can fly to Changchun Longjia Airport first, then transfer to Changbai Mountain by high-speed rail or passenger car; Yanji Chaoyangchuan International Airport is closer to the northern slope of Changbai Mountain and has more flight options.
- High-speed rail: Changbaishan Station (near the north slope of Erdaobaihe Town), Songjianghe Station (near the west slope). There is a direct high-speed rail from Changchun, Yanji and other places.
- Self-driving: The scenery along the way is beautiful, but there may be snow and ice on the roads in winter, which requires cautious driving and anti-skid chains ready.
Third, where to live in Changbai Mountain
- Erdao Baihe Town: Close to the north slope, mature facilities, hotel B&B options, from affordable B&Bs to high-end star hotels. Like the Crowne Plaza Changbai Mountain Hot Springs, where you can enjoy characteristic herbal hot springs;
- Songjiang River Town: Suitable for tourists who go to the western slopes for sightseeing and skiing, surrounded by Wanda Resort, with Westin, Hyatt and other hotels inside, which can meet different needs.
- Wanda Resort: Located near the west slope, it combines accommodation, dining, entertainment, and skiing.
Which slope of Changbai Mountain is worth visiting
Changbai Mountain has four slopes, the eastern slope cannot be visited in North Korea, the other three slopes have their own characteristics:
- North Slope: The earliest development, convenient transportation, high value for money accommodation, complete supporting facilities, suitable for the elderly and children. There are rich attractions such as Tianchi, Changbai Waterfall, Julong Hot Spring Complex, Xiaotianchi, Green Abyss Pool, and underground forest.
- West Slope: You can see the sky pool up close, the volcanic landscape is spectacular and shocking. However, it requires climbing 1442 steps, which requires certain physical strength and is more suitable for young tourists. The surrounding resort area is perfect and it is prime for skiing.
- South Slope: Excellent views, pristine landscape, but relatively few attractions, and only open 2 - 3 months each year in the summer and autumn seasons, need to grab tickets in advance.
For the first time to Changbai Mountain, it is recommended to choose the north slope; tourists who want to ski and have better physical strength can consider the west slope; if you are looking for a unique perspective and pristine landscape, and just in time to catch up with the opening time, the south slope is a good choice.
Five, how to play in Changbai Mountain
North Slope Day Trip
- Tenchi: Take the reverse bus directly to the top of the mountain and enjoy the sapphire-like Tianchi.
- Changbai Waterfall: The drop is 68 meters, the water flows down, majestic, is the source of the Songhua River.
- Julong Hot Spring Complex: Hot hot spring complex, don't forget to taste the hot spring cooked egg, egg white like jelly, egg yolk ripe, unique flavor.
- Little Sky Pond: Quiet and beautiful, it was the filming location of "Snow Mountain Flying Fox", surrounded by trees and clear water.
- Green Abyss Pool: The water of the pond is as green as emerald, and the waterfall is like a fairyland on earth. It is super beautiful to take pictures.
- Underground Forest: Stroll through the valley floor, weaving through the primeval forests, and feel the tranquility and magic of nature.
Day trip to Western Slope
- Tianchi: Requires climbing 1442 steps, you can enjoy the vertically distributed forest belt on the way, and upon reaching the summit, you can see the blue water of Tianchi and the Sino-North Korean Border Monument.
- The Grand Canyon of Changbai Mountain: Comparable to the Grand Canyon of the United States, the canyon is rugged with rugged rocks of various shapes, a work of nature.
- Alpine Garden: July - August Flowers bloom in full bloom, like an aerial garden, colorful and beautiful.
- King Pond: The water is clear and the surrounding scenery is beautiful. It is a peaceful paradise.
North Slope + West Slope Two-Day Tour
Day1: North Slope Tour, the itinerary refers to the North Slope Day Trip Route.
Day2: Head to the West Slope and click on the West Slope Day Trip Route.
Six, Changbai Mountain specialty food
- Korean cuisine: stone pot bibimbap, rich ingredients with fragrant rice, stir well with a spoon, a bite down super satisfying; cold noodles, noodles chewy, soup sweet and sour, summer heat essential; spicy cabbage, sour and spicy appetizer, can be eaten directly, can be paired with other dishes.
- Northeastern cuisine: iron pot stew, various ingredients stewed in a large iron pot, hot, full of a pot of happiness; chicken stewed mushrooms, chicken tender, mushrooms absorb the broth, rich fragrance; pot packed meat, crispy outside and tender inside, sweet and sour taste makes people want to stop.
Seven, precautions
- Weather and warmth: The climate at the top of the mountain is changeable, more than 200 windy days a year, Tianchi is high altitude, be sure to carry warm clothing (such as down jacket, thick sweater, scarf, gloves, snow boots, etc.), do a good job of cold protection;
- Tickets and tickets: Adult tickets plus section tickets are about 225 yuan per person, and you need to pay an additional 80 yuan for tickets to Tianchi.
- Time planning: Each slope requires a day to tour, plan the sequence in advance to avoid delays.
- Food preparation: You can bring your own high-calorie foods, such as chocolate, beef jerky. On the north slope you can taste the specialty hot spring boiled eggs.
- Other: Bring a raincoat, the use of umbrellas is not recommended if the mountain is windy;
The beauty of Changbai Mountain is a treasure bestowed by nature. We look forward to your personal visit to unveil its mystery and reap an unforgettable memory of your trip.