Things to do in Longjiang

No. 5 of Fall Viewing Attractions in Jilin

Chagan Lake Scenic Area

Chagan Lake, also known as Chagan Pao, Mongolian for Chagan Nur, meaning white holy lake, includes three sister lakes: Xindian Lake, Xinmiao Lake and Kuli Lake. Chagan Lake is one of the ten largest freshwater lakes in the country, and also serves as the set of the TV series "Holy Water Lake." Sit in the thick grass and listen to the melodious horse-head harp, go fishing in a boat, birdwatch or enjoy many other leisure activities.

No. 9 of Fall Viewing Attractions in Inner Mongolia

Arxan Bailang Peak Scenic Area

Arxan Bailang Peak Scenic Area is located in Bailang Town, Arxan City, in the heart of the Greater Khingan Range, and consists mainly of Bailang Peak and the Tao'erhe National Wetland Park at the foot of the mountain. The main peak has an elevation of approx. 1,500 m. The summit is covered by a vast expanse of periglacial stone sea, a landscape of rubble left by years of freeze-thaw weathering in the alpine climate. Jagged boulders are stacked layer upon layer, naturally forming a viewing platform with a wide field of view. Standing on the stone sea, you can take in the vast forest of the Greater Khingan Range. Climbing high to overlook the forest is the core experience here: on clear days, distant mountains layer upon layer and waves of forest rise and fall, and in the early morning, you can watch the sunrise from the edge of the forest; after fall arrives, birch and larch trees paint the slopes golden, and in winter, after snowfall, the branches are often covered in rime. At the foot of the mountain, the Tao'erhe Wetland river system winds through, home to many water birds, and features a science education center; Bailang Town developed from an old logging camp, and the Forest Folk Village and Deer Village still retain the atmosphere of forest life. At the Sika Deer Park, you can see herds of sika deer up close, and wolf culture and forest folk elements are integrated into many details of the scenic area. From the stone sea to the wetlands, and from the forest folk village to the sika deer park, Bailang Peak blends the grandeur of the Greater Khingan Range with the warmth of forest life, making it a place worth slowing down to carefully experience the intersection of nature and culture.

Luoxiya Avenue Historical and Cultural Block

The Rossiya Historical and Cultural Block in Qiqihar, Heilongjiang Province is located in the Ang'angxi District. It is a representative of the well-preserved Russian-style buildings along the China-Eastern Railway. The block extends outward from the original Ang'angxi Railway Station. There are more than 100 Russian-style buildings, including railway stations, employee clubs, engineers' buildings, railway hospitals and other facilities, forming a fully functional building complex. The building adopts a brick and wood structure with distinctive features: the exterior wall is equipped with carved doorways, high and narrow windows are matched with thick walls, and the interior retains wooden floors, fireplaces and fire walls, combining Russian style with practical functions. As a witness to the history of the China-Eastern Railway, the block combines the Russian architectural art of the late 19th century with the regional characteristics of Northeast China. In recent years, the local government has repaired key buildings, restored historical elements such as colored windows and wood carvings, and simultaneously upgraded the trail lighting and guide system. The street texture with towering ancient trees is now completely preserved in the block. Visitors can experience smart guided tours and take photos in Russian costumes.

Genghis Khan Park

Genghis Khan Park is located on Han Mountain in the northern part of Ulanhot city and is an urban mountain park built into the mountainside. The park is lush with trees, and hiking trails wind through it. It is not only a place for local citizens to take daily walks and exercise, but also a main destination for tourists visiting Ulanhot to learn about Mongolian history and culture. Inside the park stands a large bronze statue of Genghis Khan on horseback, which is one of the landmarks where visitors stop to take photos. The granite steps leading from the mountain gate to the summit spread out along the slope, and the process of climbing them is part of the fun of the visit. The park's highlight is the Genghis Khan Temple located on the top of Han Mountain. It was first built in the 1940s and is known as the "Western Mausoleum and Eastern Temple" together with the Genghis Khan Mausoleum in Ordos. The front of the temple is shaped like the Chinese character "shan" (mountain), blending Mongolian, Han, and Tibetan architectural styles. The hall houses a gilded bronze seated statue of Genghis Khan, and the interior and exterior of the hall display Yuan Dynasty weapons, clothing, books, and other items. Large murals on the walls depict the main experiences of his life, which are worth a slow and careful look. Han Mountain itself is not high, but the view from the top is expansive. The streetscape of Ulanhot and the winding Taoer River in the distance are in full view, and the scenery is especially beautiful at sunset on clear days. In summer and fall, the mountain is full of greenery, making the visiting experience more comfortable.

No. 3 of Best Things to Do in Wudalianchi Scenic Area

Beiyao Spring

North Spring and South Spring, which are only about 100 meters away from South Spring, echo one of the famous springs in the Wudalianchi cold spring series. It is also another major source of water in the famous Wudalianchi mineral water. A pavilion was built directly above the spring to protect the entire spring. The modern pumping facilities continuously transport the spring water to the mineral water factory, and after special technical treatment, the bottles are shipped.

Hong'an Park

"Located at the eastern end of Fularji District, Qiqihar City, 30 kilometers away from Qiqihar Railway Station, 3 kilometers away from Fularer Base Station, and 23 kilometers away from Qiqihar Airport. The original village in the garden reproduces a picnic in a human forest, surrounded by animal hides and wood. The primitive life scene of forking and catching fish is intoxicating in the ancient life."

No. 5 of Fall Viewing Attractions in Hulunbuir

Tuofengling Crater Lake

Tuofengling Crater Lake is a high-altitude crater lake in Aershan National Forest Park. The lake gets its name from the surrounding peaks, which resemble a crouching camel when viewed from a distance. It is a lake formed by water accumulating in a crater after a volcanic eruption, dating back approx. 300,000 years, with a water surface elevation of approx. 1,284 m. Viewed from above, the lake's outline resembles a human left foot. The water is crystal clear, and it is surrounded by dense forest. The volcanic landforms in this area are well-preserved, and you can see porous volcanic rocks along the hiking boardwalk. To see the full view of the lake, you need to climb the wooden boardwalk to the viewing platform at the summit to look down at the lake. On clear days, the lake reflects the drifting clouds and the surrounding mountains. In the fall, the colors of the surrounding forest change, contrasting with the deep blue lake water. Along the way, you can see forests and volcanic landforms, and once you reach the top, you can take in the full view of the lake nestled in the sea of forest.

No. 2 of Hot Springs Attractions in Inner Mongolia

Hot Spring Museum of China

The China Hot Spring Museum, located in the Aershan Haishen Holy Spring Tourism Resort, a national 4A-level scenic Attraction, was built by the Inner Mongolia Haishen Group and completed on July 28, 2004. It is a new type of China Hot Spring Museum with international advanced level. The total construction area of ​​the museum is 6,000 square meters, the museum is 9 meters high, and the total investment is more than 80 million. It took two years to build. [About Aershan Mineral Spring] 1. Aershan: Hot Holy Water Aershan is a city famous for water and springs. The full name is "Harun Aershan", which is Mongolian, meaning "hot holy water". It is one of the few cities in the world named after hot springs. The mineral spring group in Aershan is the second largest functional mineral spring group in the world and the largest in Asia. It is world-famous for its wide variety, large number, large amount of water, and rich trace elements. For a hundred years, it has been favored by domestic and foreign recuperators and enjoys the reputation of "holy water and holy spring". 2. Causes The formation of the Aershan mineral spring group is due to the influence of geological tectonic movement in the region, which has formed a series of fault zones and created a complex and diverse geological structure. The strata contain both fertile new Quaternary products and rhyolite and granite after the original volcanic eruption. The rock strata are very rich in rare minerals. The graben also becomes a good water storage space, and the rock stratum fault zone provides a channel for the movement of groundwater. Due to the high pressure and high temperature of the rock strata deep underground, the rocks around the water flow in the fault zone release a large amount of chemical components. Under the action of hydrostatic pressure, the groundwater in a circulating state rises along the fault layer to the surface to form mineral springs; plus the fact that the Aershan area is covered with ice and snow most of the time, the vegetation is intact, and the population is sparse, which retains the intact original ecological environment. The mineral springs are constantly purified and polished underground, and the unique beneficial minerals and trace elements have created the rare and precious holy water springs. 3. Characteristics (1) 4 major spring groups Hot Spring Street, Yinjianggou, Jinjianggou, and Sun Valley (2) 4 temperatures Cold springs (below 25°C), hot springs (25-27°C), hot springs (38-42°C), and hyperthermic springs (above 42°C) (3) 4 main types Radioactive radon springs, sodium bicarbonate springs, metasilicic acid springs, and fluoride springs 4. Efficacy According to laboratory tests and clinical records by relevant departments, the Arshan æ �� springs contain radioactive radon and more than ten trace elements such as fluorine, silicon, strontium, lithium, chlorine, magnesium, and sodium. They have a good effect on diseases of the human body's motor organs, digestive organs, cardiovascular system, nervous system, and respiratory system. They are especially effective in treating rheumatism, arthritis, back and leg pain caused by trauma, gastrointestinal diseases, skin diseases, and hair loss.

Longjiang County People's Park

No. 3 of Best Things to Do in Aershan National Forest Park

Arxan Tianchi Crater Lake

Arxan Tianchi Crater Lake is located on Tianchi Ridge in Aershan National Forest Park and is a high-altitude crater lake formed approx. 200,000–300,000 years ago. When the volcano erupted, the ejecta piled up around the vent to form a circular embankment. Over the years, water accumulated in the crater to form a lake. The lake surface is a smooth oval, longer from east to west and slightly narrower from north to south, completely surrounded by the dense Xing'an forest. The lake is at an altitude of over 1,300 m, ranking just behind Changbai Mountain Tianchi and Tianshan Tianchi in elevation. Compared to Tuofengling Crater Lake in the same park, this one is at a higher elevation but appears smaller. To see the lake, you must first climb nearly 1,000 steps along the forest boardwalk to reach the viewing platform by the lake. Interestingly, the view narrows after reaching the top, as the circular embankment and dense forest block the distant mountains. All you see before you is a pool of clear water reflecting the sky. You need to look down from a high vantage point to see the entire oval lake. The lake water is famous for several peculiarities: it has no inlet or outlet, yet it never dries up during long droughts or overflows during heavy rains, with the water level remaining constant year-round. While surrounding lakes are rich in fish and shrimp, no fish have ever been seen in this lake, and fish fry introduced in the early years have vanished without a trace. As for how deep the lake is, there is still no definitive conclusion. The scenery here is unique in every season: in late spring and early summer, the mountains are shrouded in mist, and Xing'an azaleas bloom along the lakeshore, with the sapphire-like lake nestled between a sea of flowers and pine forests. In the fall, the birch and larch trees turn from green to gold, with golden leaves and snow-white trunks reflected in the deep blue lake. The fall colors are most intense from mid-to-late September to early October, which is also the peak season for visitors. In winter, the lake freezes over and the forest is covered in snow, transforming into a quiet world of ice and snow.