[2025 Ji'an Attraction] Travel Guide for Yalu River National Gate Scenic Area (Updated May)

Self-driving in autumn, I found a quite romantic self-driving route in China on Jilin Line G331. The main road and extension line of the G331 Jilin section are used as transportation carriers, with a total length of 1,437 kilometers, connecting multiple treasure towns. This self-driving route starts from Ji'an City and ends in Hunchun City, passing through Linjiang, Changbai Mountain Korean Autonomous County, Changbai Mountain, Tumen, Yanji and other places. These small towns and natural scenery will bring a profound experience to our self-driving journey. 🚗Recommended city attractions along the way (the space is limited, I will focus on recommending my personal favorites) 📍Ji'an ✅Wunvfeng National Forest Park: Don’t miss it to see the autumn colors; ✅Goguryeo cultural relics and tourist attractions: the only world cultural heritage in Jilin Province is here; ✅Brazil Street: A must-eat in Ji'an is the Korean brazier on Brazier Street, a Ji'an-limited delicacy; ✅Big Guitar Theme Plaza: It became the "Rock City" because of "Sewing Machine Band"; ✅Ji'an Morning Market: Must check in, no reason! ✅Yalu River National Gate Scenic Area: Must go! 📍Linjiang ✅Old Baldhead: A paradise for outdoor enthusiasts and photographers ✅Songling Snow Village: a favorite among painters and photographers ✅ Valley Grassland: Northeastern version of "Little Switzerland" ✅Linjiang Night Market: The authentic scenery is irresistible 📍Hunjiang District, Baishan City ✅ Yalu River Cruise ✅Sandaogou Fishing and Hunting Cultural Town ✅Longshan Lake Scenic Area ✅Hekou Painter Village ✅Trailer camping holiday base

Ji'an City is located in southeastern Jilin Province, across the river from North Korea. It is a small border town full of history and culture. It is not only a World Cultural Heritage Site, but also famous for its unique ginseng industry and beautiful natural scenery. Ji'an has a long history and is the birthplace of Goguryeo culture, with rich cultural relics and historical sites. At the same time, it has a pleasant climate and beautiful scenery, and is known as the "Little Jiangnan of Northeast China". 1. Best travel time Ji'an has four distinct seasons, each with its own characteristics. However, considering the climate and scenery, spring (April to June) and autumn (September to November) are recommended as the best travel times. At this time, the temperature is moderate, and the vegetation is either recovering or turning red. It is a great time to enjoy the natural scenery and experience the local culture. 2. Main attractions 1. Five Women Peak National Forest Park - Location: National Highway 303, Ji'an City, Tonghua City - Features: Known as the "Natural Oxygen Bar", with steep mountains and lush forests. Visitors can hike up the mountain and enjoy the beautiful natural scenery along the way. The view from the top of the mountain is wide, and you can overlook the mountains. - Tickets and sightseeing cars: Tickets 65 yuan, sightseeing cars 30 yuan (recommended to save energy). 2. Goguryeo Maruyama Castle - Location: Maruyama Mountain - Features: This is an important site of Goguryeo culture, with well-preserved city walls and a strong historical atmosphere. Climb to the highest point of the city wall and overlook the ancient tombs of the nobles outside the city to feel the vicissitudes of history. - Tour method: Recommended to tour on foot to better integrate into the historical culture 3. Big Guitar Square - Features: A one-to-one replica of the rock and roll symbol in Ji'an City, a popular spot for taking photos. The square is lively at night, with stage performances and various food stalls. It is a great place to experience the border town. 4. Yalu River National Gate Scenic Area Ji'an National Gate Scenic Area is located in Ji'an City, Jilin Province, and is an important attraction on the China-North Korea border. The scenic area brings together two national gates, one for roads and one for railways. The road national gate is a majestic building and the largest and highest-standard border gate in the Northeast. The railway national gate is the Yalu River International Railway Bridge, which has a long history and is a witness to the friendship and exchange between the two countries. Ji'an National Gate not only showcases unique natural scenery, but also carries rich history and culture, symbolizing the friendship between China and North Korea. 3. Transportation guide - Train: Ji'an Railway Station is located on Zhanqian Avenue, Ji'an City, and is the main transportation hub for tourists arriving in Ji'an. There are convenient transportation options around the railway station, including multiple bus routes and taxi services, making it easy for tourists to get to various attractions in the city. - Self-driving: Ji'an City has good road conditions, and self-driving is a good choice for exploring the city. There are parking lots near the railway station, which are convenient for self-driving tourists to park. 4. Accommodation recommendations Ji'an has a variety of hotels and guesthouses for tourists to choose from, such as Ji'an Xinghewan Cloud Hotel and Ji'an Yi Home Smart Hotel. All are located near the city center, with convenient transportation and complete facilities. Tourists can choose suitable accommodation according to their needs and budget. 5. Food recommendations Ji'an's cuisine is also a highlight. Tourists can taste traditional stone pot bibimbap, Ji'an chestnuts, Korean fire pot and other special foods. In addition, Ji'an honey, Korean barbecue, and Yalu River salted duck eggs are also delicacies not to be missed. 6. Precautions - Weather changes: Ji'an has four distinct seasons. Please prepare appropriate clothing according to the seasonal changes. - Sun protection and mosquito repellent: The sun is strong and there are many mosquitoes in summer. Please take sun protection and mosquito repellent measures. - Respect culture: When visiting historical and cultural sites such as Goguryeo ruins, please respect local culture and historical sites. I hope this Ji'an travel guide will help you with your trip. I wish you a pleasant vacation in Ji'an!

A great place to visit on the weekend. Depart on Saturday morning and arrive in three hours. The highway is in good condition and the scenery is beautiful. The order of visiting Ji'an is as follows: (1) Figure 1.2 is Wunü Peak. It is located just off the highway, but pets are not allowed. We only took photos at the entrance and left. It takes three to four hours to climb the mountain. (2) The next stop after Wunü Peak is the National Gate. Pets are also not allowed. There is a sightseeing bus at this attraction, which is a must-ride. (3) After leaving the National Gate, there are a few other attractions along the way, but we didn't visit them. There are not many pets in this city, and hotels are not pet-friendly. If you are staying here, it is recommended to book a homestay. Yalu River National Gate Scenic Area Ji'an Great Wall Public House Chuxin Homestay Store 1