2025 Genhe Travel Guide: Must-see attractions, popular food, hotels, transportation routes (updated in October)

Location: Genhe City, Hulunbuir City, Inner Mongolia Autonomous Region Admission: ¥40 (No reservations required, but internet signal is poor, so it's best to have cash on hand.) The deer park is located within the Greater Khingan Range, making it ideal for self-driving. On the day of our visit, the drive from Genhe City took about two hours. This is a reindeer and sika deer-themed attraction, featuring vast sloping grasslands and lush forests. You can interact closely with reindeer and sika deer, making it a great family-friendly experience. The domesticated reindeer are completely fearless of people; some will beg for food from visitors, while others will rest quietly. Sika deer are more shy and don't like people getting too close. #DeerBuerXing'anSacredDeerPark

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Autumn in Hulunbuir is not “golden,” it’s God’s spilled palette of softness! 🍁 Light golden grass waves, crimson forests, dark green pine woods, deep blue lakes… it’s like stepping into a Monet painting, even the wind carries warmth～ 📍Why choose autumn in Hulunbuir? 🔸One of China’s earliest autumns: Mid-September the grasslands turn golden, late September to early October the forest areas (Arxan, Moerdaoga) reach peak color, meeting autumn earlier than northern regions! 🔸Ultimate gentleness: No summer noise, only endless grass waves, tranquil river bays, and the rustling of reindeer crossing the tundra, maximum healing power! 🔸Richest terrain variety: Grasslands, forests, wetlands, lakes, border towns… all the essence of northern autumn in one trip! 📸Hidden photo spots & gentle experiences (avoid crowds!): 1️⃣ Morigele River Grassland (classic but a must-visit!) 🔸“Cliff” viewing platform (unofficial): Overlook the world’s first winding river snaking through golden grasslands, at sunrise/sunset the water glows amber, breathtaking! (📍Navigate to “Xibuer Aobao,” turn right at the dirt road) 🔸Grass bale formations deep in the grassland: Avoid the viewing platform crowds, drive toward 【Muyun Mountain Top Hotel】, encounter rows of golden grass bales, lie down and shoot lazy, cinematic shots! 🌾 2️⃣ Erguna Wetland (Asia’s largest wetland!) 🔸Skip the scenic area, go to the “free hillside”! Navigate to “Labudalin Farm Fourth Production Team,” climb to the top for a panoramic wetland view—rivers like ribbons winding through colorful forests, saves the ticket fee instantly! 📌Gentle moment: Evening light gilds the forest with fuzzy gold edges, backlit portraits are stunning! 3️⃣ Birch Forest Scenic Area vs Wild Forest 🔸Scenic area: Boardwalks are convenient, reindeer park allows interaction (buy moss for 20 yuan), suitable for elders and children. 🔸Wild forest king: On the way 【Enhe→Shiwei】 or by the 【Border Road】, deserted birch forests carpeted with fallen leaves, sunlight piercing trunks casting light beams, full cinematic vibe! 4️⃣ Border Road (X904 County Road): 🔸Autumn corridor along the China-Russia border river! From Shiwei to Heishantou, drive along the Erguna River, the sections from Wuka to Qika to Jiuka are the most stunning! Wheat fields, haystacks, border posts, hills dyed in autumn colors… truly “driving through a painting”! 🛣️ ⚠️Note: Signal is weak throughout, download offline maps in advance; drones are prohibited! 5️⃣ Arxan Forest Park (must add if passing by!) 🔸If time allows (+2 days), rush to Tuofengling Tianchi (volcanic lake surrounded by golden pines), and Buzong River morning mist (autumn blue hour)! Autumn colors here arrive about a week earlier than Hulunbuir’s forest areas. 6️⃣ Reindeer Tribe warm moments: 🔸Aoluguya Reindeer Tribe: Spend 20 yuan to buy moss, watch reindeer gently nuzzle your palm, eyelashes frosted—a gentle heart-melting moment! 🦌 📌Photo tip: Wear white/cream sweaters, squat lightly to meet the reindeer’s eye level for intimate shots. 7️⃣ Small town slow life: 🔸Enhe Russian Village: Stay in log cabins, ride horses through misty grasslands at dawn, learn to make rye bread in the evening. 🔸Manzhouli: The Matryoshka Doll Square at night looks like a fairy tale, Mammoth Park offers vintage castle photo ops. 🍂Best time to enjoy autumn (accurate to the week!): 🔸Early autumn (9.10-9.20): Grasslands start to yellow, forests slightly tinted, fewer people and better prices. 🔸Peak autumn (9.20-10.5): The pinnacle! Golden grasslands, forests interwoven with red, yellow, and green, stable weather. (⚠️Most crowded during National Day) 🔸Late autumn (10.5-10.10): Falling leaves, possible first snow, a desolate beauty. 🚗7-day in-depth self-driving route (tested, no rush!): Day1: Hailar →【Morigele River】(cliff + deep grassland) → stay in Erguna Day2: Erguna →【Free wetland hillside】→【Wild birch forest shoot】→ stay in Enhe Day3: Enhe →【Shiwei】→【Border Road】(Wuka-Jiuka) → stay in Linjiang/Shiwei Day4: Linjiang →【Eagle’s Beak】→【Moerdaoga Forest Park small train】→ stay in Genhe Day5: Genhe →【Aoluguya Reindeer Park】→【Erguna River Wetland】→ stay in Heishantou (horseback sunset viewing) Day6: Heishantou →【Border Highway】→【Manzhouli Matryoshka Doll Square】→ stay in Manzhouli Day7: Manzhouli →【Hulun Lake】→ return to Hailar 📌Key: Drive the border road in the order “Shiwei → Jiuka → Wuka → Heishantou,” passenger side closer to the border river! ⚠️Pitfall tips (hard-earned lessons): 🚥Transport: 🚗 Rent a car or self-drive with an SUV! Some roads are rough (border road prone to waterlogging in rainy season), local car hire about 600-800 RMB/day (including fuel), sign a contract! 🚩Don’t trust low-price tours! Be cautious of those including “herder visits,” may be heavily commercialized. 🏠Accommodation: 🔸Heating starts late September! Choose hotels with heating/electric blankets, in Enhe and Shiwei stay in newly built log cabins (better soundproofing). 🔸Book 1 month in advance! Peak season is busy, Mongolian yurts in Heishantou and Matryoshka Doll hotels in Manzhouli are in high demand. 👗Clothing: 🧣Big temperature differences! Sweater + jacket during the day, thin down jacket/windbreaker needed for mornings and evenings! Bright scarves/hats add a nice touch. 👢Waterproof boots are essential (heavy dew on grasslands in the morning)! 🍽️Food: 🥩Must-eats: Hand-pulled meat, Buryat buns, Russian rye bread, iron pot stew, grilled lamb chops! ❗Avoid: Expensive “wild fish” near scenic spots. 🔖Others: 💰Bring cash! Signal is weak in border areas. ♻️Protect the environment, don’t trample the grasslands! 🐎 Ride horses at official stables (Heishantou is the most regulated), buy insurance! ✨Conclusion: Autumn in Hulunbuir is a gentle painting of endless grasslands and rivers, the soft sound of reindeer crossing the tundra, and the undisturbed freedom along the border roads. Before the autumn breeze cools, rush to this limited-time romance～ 🍁

Genhe is the second northernmost county-level city in China, located at 52 degrees north latitude, with a coldest temperature of minus 58 degrees and an average annual temperature of minus 5 degrees. As a small potato from the south, coming here in the height of summer in August, I still had to wear a thick coat. Genhe's morning market has all kinds of vegetables and fruits, especially various types and colors of tomatoes, which I found very novel. Here, I tried biting into a pine cone for the first time and realized that squirrels must find it quite tiring to gnaw on pine cones. The guesthouse I stayed at in Genhe: Muxin Yijia Guesthouse. The owner is very kind, and in the garden, they grow green onions, lettuce, and cucumbers that you can pick and eat yourself. The cucumbers 🥒 are very delicious 😋. Leaving Genhe, I headed to Xing'an Sacred Deer Park. The signal here is poor, and tickets can be purchased with cash for 40 yuan. There are more sika deer here, but fewer reindeer 🫎 than expected, and it was not as fun as I had imagined.

📍Must-visit TOP 5: 1️⃣ Morigele River: The "world's first winding river" described by Lao She, stunning from an aerial view! 2️⃣ Heishantou: Ride a horse chasing the sunset + stay in a Mongolian yurt, be a grassland child for a day 3️⃣ Erguna Wetland: Asia's largest wetland, golden and breathtaking in September 4️⃣ Oroqen: Feed reindeer by hand! The fairy-tale Oroqen tribe 5️⃣ Manzhouli: The fairy-tale city on the China-Russia border, night views more magical than Disneyland 🐎 Immersive experiences: ✔️ Wear a Mongolian robe to milk cows/feed lambs (so adorable!) ✔️ Learn archery + race on grassland go-karts (super thrilling) ✔️ Join a bonfire party and dance the Andai dance (the atmosphere is amazing) 🍖 Foodie hits: ▪️ Hand-held meat + blood sausage (most authentic at herders' homes) ▪️ Whole roasted lamb ceremony (full of ritual) ▪️ Russian rye bread + blueberry jam (border exclusive) 🚗 Transportation guide: ▫️ Self-driving: SUV recommended (some roads are wild) ▫️ Car hire: Local driver and guide (about 500 CNY/day) 🏡 Accommodation recommendations: ✅ Mongolian yurt: lie under the starry sky and watch the Milky Way ✅ Log cabin: Russian-style wooden house ✅ Manzhouli Matryoshka Hotel: live in a fairy tale 💡 Insider tips: ✨ Rapeseed flower sea in July-August, golden birch forest in September ✨ Big temperature difference between morning and evening, bring a thick jacket! ✨ Prepare brightly colored dresses for stunning photos Here, every day feels like living in a poem!

[Introduction]: The best time to visit the Hulunbuir Grassland is from June to September every year. May–June: Early summer on the grassland. The scenery is no different from summer, with fewer people, beautiful scenery, and high cost performance. July–August: Peak season for grassland tourism. A popular destination during the summer vacation. Air tickets, accommodation, and meals are all at the highest prices of the year. September: Early autumn on the grassland. The grassland slowly changes from green to colorful, presenting a golden color. 🛬 [Itinerary]: Day 1: Arrive in Hailar District and check into the hotel Day 2: Hailar - Morigele River - Ergun Wetland - Check into Ergun Day 3: Ergun - Birch Forest - Aoluguya Reindeer Tribe - Cold Pole Genhe Day 4: Genhe - Mordaga National Forest Park - Manzhouli, a small town on the Sino-Russian border Day 5: Shiwei - Sino-Russian border defense line - Grass sliding - Grassland horse riding - Check into a Mongolian yurt Day 6: Black Mountain Head - Border Highway - Hulun Lake - Matryoshka Square - Manzhouli Day 7: Manzhouli - Barhu Mongolian Tribe - Large-scale equestrian performance - Return flight ⛺ [Must-see attractions]: Morigele River Scenic Area, Ergun Wetland, Birch Forest, Aoluguya Reindeer Tribe, Thousand-meter grass slide, grassland horse riding, Hulun Lake, Matryoshka Square 🍩 [Must-eat delicacies]: Hand-pulled meat, hot pot, Russian cuisine The three most representative cuisines of Hulunbuir: Hand-pulled meat is more of a Mongolian cuisine, which can be eaten with Mongolian pot tea, sausage, etc. Manzhouli, where China, Russia, and Mongolia meet, you can taste authentic Russian cuisine, grassland hot pot, Hulunbuir is famous for its natural pastures, and pure grass-fed lamb melts in your mouth! 🏨 [Accommodation Guide]: Four-star local accommodation throughout the trip, one night in a grassland Mongolian yurt, and one night in a Russian wooden house with distinctive features. 🚌 [Transportation Guide]: Arrive at Hailar Dongshan Airport by plane / Purchase train tickets to Hailar Station 🧡 [Tips]: There is a big temperature difference between morning and evening on the grassland, so bring enough autumn clothes and warm clothes to keep warm and avoid catching a cold.

#SoloTravelPlan Share travel plan🧳 Haila'er-Genhe 3 days 2 nights Hulunbuir, Inner Mongolia, China🇨🇳 ⏳Day 1 📌Haila'er Railway Station-Genhe Railway Station🚉 About 45.5 yuan Hard seat type 💺 About 6 hours 51 minutes 📌Check in at Genhe Hotel 🏨 2 nights, price 370 baht (about 185 baht per night, single room, private bathroom) ⏳Day 2 📌Chartered car for 1 day tour 🚖 350 yuan 📌Aoluguya Reindeer Park 🎫 50 yuan 📌Woodcarving painting shop 📌The 11th Cold Pole Marathon of China 2024🏃➡️ 📌Zhongguo Lengji Genhe❄️☃️ 📌Temperature Square🌡️❄️ 📌Genhe Park Bridge🌉 📌Genhe City View🏙️ ⏳Day 3 📌Check out of Genhe Hotel🏨 📌Travel back by train🚉 Genhe Railway Station-Haila'er Railway Station About 45.5 yuan Hard seat type 💺 About 7 hours 7 minutes 📌Arrive at Haila'er Railway Station safely 💰Total expenses 2,658 baht (Referring to the date of travel, the exchange rate of 1 yuan = 4.66 baht) 💡Don't be afraid of traveling alone. It's not as difficult as you think. Every problem has a solution. Language is not an obstacle. #HarbinHackTripicealone2025 #TravelByYourself #TravelChina #TravelPlan #hailaer #genhe

Lengji Village, Genhe, 2025 📍Address: Jinlin Forest Farm, Jinhe Town, Genhe City, Hulunbuir, Inner Mongolia Autonomous Region, China 🕰️Opening Hours: Open all year round 💞Reason for Recommendation: According to statistics, it was once the coldest city in China, with temperatures dropping as low as -53°C, earning it the name 'The Coldest Village in China' or 'Zhongguo Lengji Kun'. It is a northern city that is not yet popular among tourists, making it a quiet and peaceful small town with hidden beauty. 🗓️Travel Planning: To get to Genhe City, you need to take a train from Hailar City, which takes at least 7 hours and 30 minutes. Train schedules are quite limited. From Genhe City to Lengji Village, the distance is 53 kilometers, taking about 1 hour and 30 minutes. It is recommended to hire a car for the trip. #TripHilariousHarbinIceAlone2025 (25 Dec 24- 7 Jan 25)

#tripflytoprayfornewyear Lingji Village Snow Sculpture, Genhe 2025 📍Address: Jinlin Forest Farm, Jinhe Town, Genhe City, Hulunbuir, Inner Mongolia Autonomous Region, China 🕰️Opening hours: Open all year round. There will be a snow sculpture from December to February. 💞Recommended reason: It is a small village but has beautiful snow sculptures. Anyone who comes to Genhe City should stop by. 🗓️Travel planning: To get to Genhe City, you have to take a train from Hailar City for at least 7 hours and 30 minutes. There are relatively few train rides. From Genhe City to Lingjikun Village, the distance is 53 kilometers and it takes about 1 hour and 30 minutes. You should rent a car to take you around. #triphagglingharbinIceAlone2025 (25 Dec 24- 7 Jan 25)

#tripflyingtoprayfornewyear Genhe Railway Station, Inner Mongolia 📍Address: Auluguya Road, Genhe Town, Hulunbuir, Inner Mongolia, China 💞Recommended reason: It is a city about 7 hours and 30 minutes away from Hailar. It is a small city, but there are many places to visit. There are not many people and few tourists. This train station is small. 🗓️Travel planning: There are limited trains to Hailar. Please check the schedule carefully.

#tripflyingtoprayfornewyear Auluguyawoodcarvingshop, Genhe Town 📍Address: Genhe Town, Hulunbuir, Inner Mongolia Autonomous Region, China 🕰️Opening hours: 09:00-17:00 💞Reason for recommendation: The woodcarvings are very beautiful and delicate. They are another form of beautiful art. The owner is kind and allows visitors to visit and take pictures. 🗓️Travel planning: You should rent a car to take you around.

Reindeer Tribe of Aoluguya Ewenki in Genhe City 📍Address: Genhe City, Hulunbuir, Inner Mongolia Autonomous Region, China 🕰️Opening Hours: 09:00-17:00 💰Average Cost per Person: Reindeer viewing fee 50 yuan 💞Reason for Recommendation: Get up close with the reindeer and feed them 🗓️Travel Planning: It is recommended to hire a car to visit various spots as the distances between them are quite far. Allocate 2-3 hours for the reindeer viewing spot

#tripflyingtoprayfornewyear View of Genhe240° Inner Mongolia 📍Address: Genhe, Hulunbuir, Inner Mongolia Autonomous Region, China 💞Recommended reason: Going up to the highest point, you can see the city view of almost 240°, very beautiful, covered with fluffy snow, very impressive 🗓️Travel planning: Come to Genhe by train from Manzhouli, take the train to Hailar station, take about 2 hours and 30 minutes, from Hailar to Genhe, another 7 hours and 50 minutes, there are very few trains, you have to check the time carefully, it takes almost 10-11 hours.

#tripflyingtoprayfornewyear Temperature Square, Genhe City, Inner Mongolia 📍Address: Genhe, Hulunbuir, Inner Mongolia Autonomous Region, China 💞Reason for recommendation: Genhe City has the record for the coldest city in China, with the name Lingji Village, which had the lowest temperature of -58°C. 🗓️Travel planning: Take the train from Manzhouli to Hailar station, which takes about 2 hours and 30 minutes. From Hailar to Genhe City, it takes about 7 hours and 50 minutes. There are very few trains, so you have to check the time carefully. It takes about 10-11 hours.

#tripflyingtoprayfornewyear Lingji Square, Genhe City, Inner Mongolia 📍Address: Genhe, Hulunbuir, Inner Mongolia Autonomous Region, China 💞Reason for recommendation: Genhe City has the record for the coldest city in China, and is named Lingji Village. The lowest temperature was -58°C. 🗓️Travel planning: Come to Genhe City by train from Manzhouli, change at Hailar station, and take about 2 hours and 30 minutes. From Hailar to Genhe City, it is another 7 hours and 50 minutes. There are very few trains, so you have to look at the time carefully. It takes about 10-11 hours. From the city, this square takes about 40 minutes to 1 hour. The distance from the city is about 40 kilometers.

#tripflyingtoprayfornewyear Review of Genhe restaurant 📍Address: Genhe, Hulunbuir, Inner Mongolia Autonomous Region, China (opposite the gas station next to Xinlinhai Hotel, walk about 500 meters) 💰Average price per person: about 40 yuan for a meal 💞Reason for recommendation: Favorite menu, Guobao or fried pork with sweet and sour sauce, a lot of food, one person can share it for 2-3 meals. There is no plain rice. This shop sells rice porridge with many flavors.

#tripflytoprayfornewyear ReviewofXinlinhaiHotelGenhe, Inner Mongolia 📍Address: A-2 Linhai Road, Genhe, Hulunbuir, Inner Mongolia, China 🕰️Opening hours: Open 24 hours a day, with the owner to welcome you 💰Average price per night: Book through trip.com for 191 baht per night 💞Recommended reasons: Single room, private bathroom, very cheap, large bed, comfortable bed, large hot water heater 🗓️Travel planning: 3 kilometers away from Genhe Railway Station

Buddies😎, listen to me🙌, Inner Mongolia is simply amazing😍! It's located in the vast northern frontier of our great China💪, a place full of charm and magic🤩. 🎈Four days and three nights of leisurely fun strategy coming up🎈: Day1️⃣: First stop, we must check in at the Hulunbuir Grassland👏, wow😍, that endless green ocean🌊, as if waving at you🙋‍♀️, inviting you to run and frolic to your heart's content🎉. Buddies👫, here you can enjoy the feeling of freedom🎈, and feel the pleasant breeze on your face😚. Day2️⃣: On the second day, let's enter the Matryoshka Scenic Area in Manzhouli🎪, the matryoshkas here are really too cute🤗, each with a cute appearance🥰, making you can't help but want to take a photo with them📷. Day3️⃣: On the third day, delve into the Daxing'an Mountains🌳, feel the embrace of nature😎. Breathing in the fresh air🌿, it feels like the whole person has become refreshed👍. 8 must-visit spots👇, each with its own highlights😜: 👉Hulunbuir Grassland: The vast grassland🌱, like a green carpet of the earth👏, makes your heart broaden as well🤩. 👉Manzhouli Matryoshka Scenic Area: The cute matryoshkas🧸, as if telling touching stories📖. 👉Daxing'an Mountains: The dense forest🌳, a treasure of nature👀, waiting for you to explore🧐. 👉Aershan National Forest Park: Beautiful mountains and waters🌄, as if you are in a fairy tale world🎄. 👉Erguna Wetland: Rich ecological resources🦚, broadening your horizons👀. 👉Moerdaoga National Forest Park: The breath of the primeval forest🎄, lets you feel the charm of nature😎. 👉Xiangsha Bay: Listen to the sound of the desert🎶, feel that unique charm🤩. 👉Genghis Khan Mausoleum: Pay homage to the style of a generation of heroes🐎, feel the thickness of history📜. Wow😎, among these 8 spots, the Hulunbuir Grassland is free😜, buddies can frolic on the grassland to their heart's content👏! Personal travel experience small tips🤓: 🔸Buddies🙋, remember to bring sun protection items👝, otherwise, you will get tanned😜. 🔸There are quite a few mosquitoes on the grassland🦟, don't forget the mosquito repellent👌. 🔸The taste of Inner Mongolian cuisine is strong😜, you can prepare some stomach medicine💊. The cuisine of Inner Mongolia is also quite rich😍, here are 5 recommended food streets👇: 🥘1. Hulunbuir Food Street: Fragrant barbecue🍖, rich milk tea🥛, the taste is simply intoxicating😍. 🥘2. Manzhouli Sino-Russian Style Street: Russian-style cuisine🥂, definitely satisfying your taste buds👅. 🥘3. Aershan Food Street: Specialty wild vegetables🥗, fresh and tasty🤤, letting you taste a different flavor👍. 🥘4. Erguna Food Street: Fragrant hand-grabbed meat🥩, one bite and the fragrance lingers😜. 🥘5. Tongliao Food Street: A variety of snacks🍡, making you eat non-stop🤩. Buddies👫, Inner Mongolia is really a super great place😍, with beautiful scenery🤩, lots of delicious food😜, simply enchanting🤗. Come on a trip that you can just get up and go👏!

Different from the bustle of Changbai Mountain and the hustle and bustle of Harbin, the beauty of Hulunbuir in winter is quiet, dynamic, cold and hot. 📸Special attractions 🦌Aoluguya Reindeer Park China's last hunting tribe lives with the forest elves 🧝‍♂️ reindeer deep in the dense forests of Greater Khingan Range. ❄️Lengji Village The village closest to the coldest point. The lowest temperature in winter in history has reached minus 58 degrees Celsius, and water can be poured into ice 🧊 🪆Linjiangtun A very beautiful little village with beautiful scenery on the China-Russia border. 🪆Shuiwei One of the few Russian 🇷🇺 ethnic groups in China! 🌊Erguna Wetland China's best-preserved and largest wetland is also known as "Asia's No. 1 Wetland"! ✨Tips 1️⃣ Put a heat pack in a warm room before going out. 2️⃣Try not to wear white, the snowfield is almost all white, and it’s easy to be swallowed up when taking photos! 3️⃣Try not to drive yourself🚗, there is no signal in some areas, it is all white, it is very dangerous to drive yourself❗ 4️⃣ Be careful not to slip when taking photos📸. It is best to wear waterproof shoes, clothes and pants that can be used to rush into the snow to take photos! 🍜Eat Grilled lamb chops, sweet and sour pork, Northeastern stew, roasted whole lamb, milk tea, hand-pulled meat... 🚗Transportation It is recommended to choose a small group or charter a car, led by an experienced driver, to take a beautiful, niche and private route and check in for different beautiful views!

Genheyuan National Wetland Park is located on the western slope of the northern foot of the Greater Khingan Range, in Genhe City, Hulunbuir City, Inner Mongolia Autonomous Region. The park has a variety of ecosystems including forests, swamps, rivers, lakes, etc. The forests and wetlands are interlaced and are all in their original or natural state. It is the breeding ground for many East Asian waterfowl and one of the most intact and typical cold temperate wetland ecosystems in my country that has preserved its original state. Genhe River, the largest tributary of the Ergun River, is the main body of the wetland park. According to local hotel staff, if it had been 15 days earlier, the entire wetland would have been colorful, instead of the single color shown in the photos today. #lake #stream #river #forest #wetland #naturetrip #naturalbeauty #naturalwonder #InnerMongolia #travelinChina

Keshiketeng Banner is located in the eastern part of Inner Mongolia Autonomous Region, northwest of Chifeng City. It lies at the junction of the Inner Mongolia Plateau, the southern end of the Greater Khingan Mountains, and the Yanshan Mountain remnants of Qilaotu Mountain, with an average altitude of 1,100 meters. It boasts numerous scenic spots and diverse cultures. Keshiketeng Banner features the most beautiful self-driving routes: the "Dada Line" and the "Rea Line." Dada Line: From Dali Lake to Daqing Pasture, the main attractions include Dali Lake, Baiyin Aobao Sandy Spruce Forest, and Ashatu Stone Forest. Along the way is the vast Gongger Grassland. Rea Line: From Reshuitang to Ashatu Stone Forest.

If winter has an end, it must be in Mohe. This is the "Rooster's Crest Peak" of China's map, a fairy-tale secret land wrapped in pure white snow, a place where you can engrave the words "northern scenery" deep into your memory. Come to Mohe for a winter date about snow, forests, and aurora fantasies. At the northernmost coordinate, write your own ice and snow story. 🌲 Step into the birch forest and enter a fairyland Mohe's birch forest is the gentlest stroke of winter. The vast birch trees shed their green leaves, becoming even whiter and more upright against the snow, like elves guarding a secret realm. You can, like the traveler in the picture, wear a warm plush coat, run freely and pause in the forest, watch the sunlight filtering through the branches casting mottled shadows, and listen to the crunching sound of snow underfoot. If the wind happens to blow, the falling snowflakes will weave an exclusive "snow dance" for you, and every snap is a fresh and healing winter masterpiece. 🦌 Accompanied by reindeer, be a child of the forest In Mohe's reindeer park, you can encounter these creatures from a "fairy tale kingdom." They have large and elegant antlers, with gentle and curious eyes. Like in the picture, hold a small basket and feed the reindeer. When they come close, the snow crystals on their eyelashes sparkle, as if instantly transporting you to a Nordic forest secret. Take a photo with the reindeer and let this "snow elf" become your special companion on your Mohe trip. ✨ Polar light painting, draw a starry river on a cold night Mohe's night is not just quiet snow. When night falls, you can try a "light painting magic"—like the traveler in the picture, waving steel wool in the cold night, letting golden sparks bloom into circles in the darkness, as if crushing the Milky Way in your palm. If you're lucky enough, you can also look up at the clear night sky and hope for a glimpse of the aurora (the best time to see the northern lights in Mohe is from September to April of the following year). Even if you don't catch the aurora, the starry sky is enough to enchant you. 🏠 The northernmost villages, fully embrace the ritual of "north" Arctic Village: Check in at "China's northernmost post office," send a postcard to yourself far away; take a photo in front of the "northernmost home," and enjoy the fun of "finding north"; stay overnight on a traditional northeastern kang bed, with snow outside the window and warmth inside, experiencing the most authentic northern lifestyle. Beihong Village: A more niche and primitive village than Arctic Village, where the snow is quieter and there are fewer people. You can stroll along the Heilongjiang Riverbank, see the Russian forest and snowfields across the river, and experience the pure border village charm. 🍲 Warm and hearty food, savor Northeast flavors in minus thirty degrees After playing, step into a Northeast cuisine restaurant and order a pot of iron pot stewed goose. Watch the owner put potatoes, vermicelli, and goose into the iron pot to simmer. When the lid is lifted, the aroma dispels all coldness; try a frozen sugar-coated hawthorn stick, biting into the icy crisp shell and sweet and sour fruit—Mohe's most representative "cold sweet" in winter; also try frozen pears, soaked in water to thaw, biting into juicy sweetness, a childhood memory for Northeast kids. 🚗 Travel tips Best time: November to February of the following year, when the snow scenery is at its peak, and you can experience special activities like water splashing turning to ice and snowmobiling. Transportation: You can fly to Mohe Guliang Airport or take a train to Mohe Station. Local car rentals or shared rides are more convenient for touring. Clothing: Dress warmly! Down jackets, snow boots, scarves, gloves, hats—fully equipped. Mohe's cold is a romantic chill to be respected. Mohe's winter is an endless poem. Come here, step on the thickest snow, see the quietest forest, meet the warmest people, and turn all your winter fantasies into tangible reality. Book your trip on Trip.com and set off to Mohe for the northernmost ice and snow date in China! Mohe · Greater Khingan Mountains

The most beautiful scenery in the Greater Khingan Mountains in autumn is all on the road! Photos 1, 2, 3, 4, 6, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, and 13 are all on the way to Qiqian. Photos 5 and 7 are from a small path randomly taken on the way from Genhe to Shiwei. Everything is completely free! I also visited paid spots but didn’t capture any particularly beautiful scenes. Compared to last time I came to the Greater Khingan Mountains, it’s quite a bit less impressive—maybe because of the weather. I planned five days, and the weather was pretty average for three of them. Hopefully today will be a bright sunny day.

This is a fully soft-cabin themed train specially designed for winter ice and snow journeys, with its first departure on October 25, 2025. It will take you through vast snowy forests, encounter the mysterious aurora, experience intangible cultural heritage, and feel the unique charm of the ice and snow world. Crossing the Greater Khingan Mountains, Immersed in Intangible Cultural Heritage The train will pass through the Greater Khingan Mountains, taking you deep into the hunting tribe of the Oroqen people for an immersive intangible cultural heritage experience. You can step into a fairy-tale-like snow village, check in at the northernmost village in China, and feel the purity and tranquility of the ice and snow world. Thoughtful Service, Worry-Free Journey The special train offers butler-style service, with ground guides accompanying you throughout the trip, and professional medical staff on board to ensure a more caring and worry-free journey. Whether it’s itinerary arrangements or health protection, you can enjoy your trip with peace of mind. Classic Itinerary, Efficient Travel The themed train departs in the evening and arrives in the morning, with a classic itinerary design that saves travel time, allowing you to spend more time enjoying the beautiful scenery and delicious food. The optimized route includes stops to fully appreciate the unique landscapes of the snow world, Ali River, Oroqen areas, and the chance to encounter the mysterious aurora. Luggage Worry-Free, Relaxed Journey The train is thoughtfully designed to accommodate large luggage on board, eliminating the hassle of carrying bags on and off the train. You can easily enjoy the scenery while chatting, making the journey no longer boring. "Enjoy Longjiang · Snow Country" is not just a train, but an unforgettable ice and snow journey. It will take you into the ice and snow world to experience the grandeur and tranquility of nature and the unique cultural charm. Come and join this magical ice and snow adventure!

The autumn in the Greater Khingan Mountains arrives especially early. The leaves are already turning yellow, and in just over ten days, it will be the best time to enjoy the scenery. Here’s your ultimate guide to the earliest red leaves in the country. After completing this trip, you’ll truly feel it’s a must-visit autumn travel route in life! 📍 Itinerary (Super detailed version) D0 Arrive at Hailar Airport. Many cities have direct flights or convenient transfers. If you have time, explore this small city. D1 Hailar — Moergerle River — Erguna Cliff grasslands + Erguna wetland sunset, overnight in Erguna. Recommended accommodation: big hotels or wooden manor houses, both with great atmosphere~ D2 Erguna — Xing’an Reindeer Park — Moerdaoga A reindeer park even more photogenic than Olguya✔, stunning wetland views from the mountaintop! Overnight in Moerdaoga, enjoy Northeast China’s iron pot stew🔥. D3 Moerdaoga — Forest Park Mini Train — Shiwei/Linjiang — Enhe Russian ethnic village, wooden houses + oil painting style small town, perfect for photos. D4 Enhe — China-Russia border checkpoint — Heishantou Wild grassland borderline, horseback riding to watch the sunset is incredibly romantic! D5 Heishantou — Ribbon River — Manzhouli The border defense highway is insanely beautiful, you can also grass-ski at Ribbon River, and enjoy the Russian-style small town night scene. D6 Manzhouli — Hulun Lake — Arxan Big lake + grasslands intertwined, scenic views all along the way. D7 Arxan Forest Park Heavenly Lake / Unfrozen River / Santan Gorge… step into a fairy-tale forest full of autumn colors. D8 Arxan — Hailar Return trip, heading home with a full autumn filter🍂. ✨ Accommodation/Food: Many towns along the way with relatively complete facilities. ✨ Best time: Late September to early October ✨ Remember to bring warm clothes, the temperature difference between day and night is huge! Autumn in the Greater Khingan Mountains + Hulunbuir = the ultimate romance of red leaves, grasslands, lakes, and forests! 📌 Save this self-driving guide and follow it exactly to capture a whole “autumn photo album.”

I walked into the Greater Khingan Mountains, described countless times in textbooks! The gift of late autumn filled this journey with surprises from the very first moment✨ 🚗The scenery flowing outside the car window was just like a moving oil painting🎨 From the emerald carpet of Hulunbuir Grassland gradually transforming into a vibrant palette of wetland colorful forests and then to the stunning morning mist of Qiqian Village Every frame was so breathtaking it made people stop and take photos. 📍Stunning Moment: Encountering Hulun Lake When this "lake within a sea" came into view all expectations turned into awe! 💛The golden lake surface connected with the horizon 🌬️The crisp wind rustled the reeds and also stirred my heartstrings～ 🌊Beautiful Legend: English Name: Dalai Nor Chinese Name: Dalai Nuoer Lake Address: Hulunbuir City, Inner Mongolia This lake also has a romantic story: The nomadic Mongols of the Qing Dynasty used "Dalai" (sea) + "Nor" (lake) to name it "a lake like the sea." Standing by the lake, gazing into the distance it felt as if I could hear, from hundreds of years ago, the echoes of herdsmen galloping on horseback and see them gathered around bonfires singing ancient songs about the lake📜 🌅What I want to say at this moment: The words in textbooks finally gained warmth The late autumn sun shone on the lake surface like scattered gold dust and also illuminated the most beautiful memories of this journey～

Girls! If you think Hulunbuir is just about the vast grasslands, you're wrong! This time I discovered so many hidden gems, quickly save this exclusive guide! ​🌟 Off-the-beaten-path secret spots recommended:​​ ​1️⃣ Meet the white reindeer at the Reindeer Park​ At Hulunbuir’s Reindeer Park, there is a unique white reindeer! They are super gentle and you can get up close for photos. It’s best to go in the morning when the reindeer are more active. Wearing light-colored clothes will make your photos pop! ​2️⃣ Stargazing at Shiwei Border Line✨ Shiwei is a small town on the China-Russia border where you can see a sky full of stars at night! I stayed in a local wooden log house, joined a bonfire party at night, and in the morning saw smoke rising from the Russian village across the way. ​3️⃣ Self-driving on the Kaxian Highway​ The Kaxian Highway (987 K - Qika) from Shiwei to Heishantou is definitely a hidden treasure route! Driving along the Erguna River, Russia is just across the bank, and the autumn scenery is unbeatable. ​4️⃣ Wind Valley 360° Viewing🌄 On the way from Enhe to Heishantou, Wind Valley offers a 360° panoramic view of nature with no dead angles! There’s also Smiling River, a 1200-meter grass sledding track, and a high-altitude swing—super thrilling. ​📅 In-depth 7-day itinerary:​​ ​Day 1:​​ Hailar → Anti-Fascist Memorial Park → Tianxia Grassland → Morigele River ​Day 2:​​ Genhe → Oroqen Reindeer Tribe → Deer God Park in Deerbul → Moerdaoga ​Day 3:​​ Moerdaoga National Forest Park → Shiwei → Kaxian Highway ​Day 4:​​ Linjiang → Olochi Manor → Shuimo → Jiuka → Wuka → Heishantou ​Day 5:​​ Heishantou → 186 Ribbon River → Border Defense Highway → Manzhouli ​Day 6:​​ Manzhouli → Hulun Lake → Barhu Mongolian Tribe ​Day 7:​​ Hohonor Lake → Chenqi Grassland → Hailar ​🎯 Special experiences:​​ ✅ Forest Mini Train: Ride a small train through the primeval forest in Moerdaoga, like stepping into a fairy tale world ✅ Ulan Mountain Grass Sledding: 1200-meter super long grass sledding track, exciting and fun ✅ Mongolian Yurt Overnight Stay: Stay with real herders, join a bonfire party at night, and milk cows and feed lambs in the morning ​🚗 Transportation tips:​​ Car rental with driver is recommended. The grassland roads are complex, and renting a car offers more freedom and flexibility, costing about 500-800 RMB/day (including driver). If you’re skilled, self-driving is possible, but be sure to download offline maps. ​👗 Dressing tips:​​ The average temperature in October is around 15°C. It’s recommended to bring a windbreaker, down jacket, hat, and scarf. Bring a red shawl too—it’s warm and looks great in photos! ​💎 Thoughtful tips:​​ • Hulunbuir’s water is hard, so it’s best to drink bottled or boiled water • Prepare some cold medicine and anti-diarrhea medicine just in case • For souvenirs, visit Manzhouli’s market—Russian chocolates and dairy products are great Hulunbuir’s autumn is short and beautiful; if you miss it, you’ll have to wait another year! Start planning now~

A three-day, two-night trip to the Greater Khingan Range let me see the stunning scenery described in textbooks! When the morning mist cleared, golden sunlight filtered through the birch forest, and the distant lake shimmered with a blue glow. That moment truly healed me～ 🌲 Trip Highlights: - Stroll through the autumn birch forest, with golden fallen leaves covering the path - Encounter the "sea" of the Greater Khingan Range, where the lake reflects the blue sky and white clouds - Enjoy the vast grassland wetlands and spot migrating birds 📍 Recommended Check-in Spots: 1. Birch Forest Scenic Area: Golden birch trunks sparkle under the sunlight, perfect for a desktop wallpaper shot (Opening hours: 8:00-17:00) 2. Wetland Park: Walk along the wooden boardwalk and see various water birds resting (Address: Jiagedaqi District, Greater Khingan Range) 3. "Sea" Viewing Platform: Locals call it the "Sea of Little Khingan," with a lake surface as wide and mirror-like (Best visited at dawn or dusk for the most beautiful light) 🌡️ Travel Tips: - October has large temperature differences between morning and evening, remember to bring a windproof jacket and warm clothes - Waterproof boots are recommended as wetlands and lakesides can be damp - Bring a thermos and snacks, as there are few dining options inside the scenic area 🏨 Accommodation Recommendations: Chain hotels in Jiagedaqi city are convenient, or you can choose a unique guesthouse to experience forest life. We stayed at the Xing'anling Forest Hotel, which offers good value, clean rooms, and sufficient heating.

When the Siberian cold wave sweeps across the banks of the Heilongjiang River, Mohe becomes the first place in China to don a snowy white outfit. This northernmost small city hides all the romantic imaginations people have about the "extreme north"—in the biting air of minus thirty degrees, every breath condenses into mist, every step on the snow produces a crisp "crunch" sound, as if stepping into a pure white fairy tale where time slows down. Upon arriving in Mohe, "finding north" is the first must-do. At the "China’s northernmost home" in Arctic Village, the red-walled, wooden-roofed houses are gently curved under the weight of the snow, and the red lanterns hanging at the door stand out brightly against the white snow. Every snapshot is a winter scene full of festive flavor. Send a postcard from the village’s "northernmost post office," stamped with the exclusive Arctic postmark, so that people far away can also receive the warmth from the northernmost part of the motherland. If luck is on your side, you might catch the aurora late at night—the green light ribbons dance on the dark blue sky, sometimes stretching like silk, sometimes twinkling like stars. At that moment, all the cold is dissolved by this ultimate romance. Leaving Arctic Village and heading deeper to Beihong Village, you can encounter a more original Northeast snow village scene. There are no excessive commercial traces here; villagers’ wooden log houses are covered with half a meter of snow, and smoke rises gently from chimneys in the cold air, blending with the distant sea of forest and snowfields into a tranquil ink painting. Early in the morning, join the villagers in "throwing water to freeze"—hot water arcs through the air and instantly freezes into flying ice crystals. When sunlight shines on them, it refracts into scattered glimmers, making every shot a moment that will flood your social media. To experience Mohe’s "wild charm," the winding rime along the meandering river cannot be missed. The Emuer River in the early morning is not yet fully frozen; steam rises and condenses into thick rime on the willow trees by the shore. From afar, it looks like a silver-clad world, as if entering a crystal world made of ice and snow. Standing on the viewing platform overlooking the scene, the frozen river winds like a silver snake, drawing graceful curves on the snowfield. Every click of the shutter captures stunning scenery that needs no filter. Of course, Mohe’s cold must be countered with warmth. Sit on a heated kang bed in a villager’s home and drink a steaming bowl of Northeast mixed stew. Ribs, corn, and potatoes are stewed until tender and flavorful in an iron pot. One bite spreads warmth from the stomach throughout the body. After the meal, enjoy a frozen pear—bite through the ice shell to find the fruit inside sweet, sour, and juicy, a unique winter flavor of Northeast China. Winter in Mohe is purely cold and exquisitely beautiful. There is no city noise here, only the vast snowfields, the romance of the aurora, and the warmth of the Northeastern people. If you long for a trip that is "cold but happy," why not visit Mohe—at the northernmost tip of the motherland, collide fully with pure white snow, dazzling stars, and warm people. Mohe · Greater Khingan Mountains