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FREYA MAYUnited States

A spontaneous family trip to Dandong for two days and one night

Exploring the unique charm of this border city - Dandong, the Sino-North Korean border city, is truly captivating! It boasts rich historical heritage, beautiful natural scenery, and offers a close-up experience of North Korean culture~ 🌟Must-visit attractions: 📍Yalu River Broken Bridge A must-see historical landmark where you can clearly see Sinuiju City across the river in North Korea. Best visited at sunset for stunning light effects! Address: Jiang'an Road, Zhenxing District 📍Memorial Hall of the War to Resist US Aggression and Aid Korea The only national museum dedicated to this historical period, with impressive exhibits. Free entry with ID card, closed on Mondays 📍Hushan Great Wall The easternmost starting point of the Ming Dynasty Great Wall. Climb up to see the "One Step Across" scenic spot - the closest point to North Korea. Wear comfortable sports shoes 📍Jinjiangshan Park The city's highest point offering panoramic views of Dandong and North Korea. Famous for cherry blossoms in spring and spectacular maple leaves in autumn 🍜Food recommendations: ✅Korean cuisine: Must-try cold noodles (recommend Samcheonri Cold Noodles), rice cakes, and kimchi. Authentic Korean restaurants can be found on Donggang Road ✅Dandong seafood: Fried clams with eggs is a local specialty. Fresh seafood can be bought and cooked at the market ✅BBQ: Both Korean-style grilled meat and Northeastern Chinese barbecue are excellent. Recommend Badagou Night Market 🏨Accommodation suggestions: ✔Riverside hotels: Great for night views of Yalu River (e.g., Dandong Friend Hotel) ✔City center: Convenient location for dining and shopping (hotels near Xin'an Street recommended) 💡Tips: 1️⃣Bring your ID card as it's required at many attractions 2️⃣Consider border tours if you want to see Sinuiju, North Korea 3️⃣The riverside can be windy, especially in autumn - bring a jacket 4️⃣Taxi rides from downtown to most attractions cost under 20 yuan
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Posted: Jul 14, 2025
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