Yanbian-Baishan City Walk: Explore a Unique Urban Charm
The short holiday is coming. Are you ready for a 5-day tour of Yanbian-Baishan? Experience the delicious collision of Korean hot pots and Northeast China iron pot stew. Take in the magnificent scenery of Changbai Waterfall and the unique culture of the Korean Folk Village. Plus, enjoy the snow and ice carnival at the Wanda Ski Resort and Snow Park. Come and explore!
🏃Itinerary:
Day 1: Departing from Shanghai, we will fly to Tonghua and then transfer to the west slope of Changbai Mountain to begin our wonderful journey!
Day 2: In Yanji, we will first visit the magnificent Yanji Bridge and experience the beauty of the bridge blending with the river. Next, we will visit the Yanbian Museum to learn more about the history and culture of this area.
Day 3: We will head to the mystical and magnificent north slope of Changbai Mountain to explore the secrets of nature. In the afternoon, we will visit the Korean Folk Village to experience the unique culture of the Korean people and enjoy authentic local cuisine, such as Korean hot pot and Northeast China iron pot stew.
Day 4: At the Wanda Ski Resort, we can not only enjoy skiing but also have fun at the Changbai Mountain Wanda Water Park. In the evening, the Hannan Mountain Hot Spring awaits us to soothe our tired bodies and minds.
Day 5: At the end of our pleasant journey, we will depart from Wanda Resort and head to Tonghua Airport to take a flight back to Shanghai Pudong, returning home with wonderful memories and experiences.🌟
On this trip, we will not only appreciate the natural beauty of Changbai Mountain but also experience the folk culture of the Korean people. There are also plenty of snow and ice activities and delicious food waiting for us!🏂🍲✨
Must-see attractions:
- Changbai Mountain North Slope Scenic Area ⭐⭐⭐⭐
Address: Inside Changbai Mountain Scenic Area, Erdaobaihe Town, Antu County, Yanbian Korean Autonomous Prefecture (approx. 36 km south of Chibei District, Erdaobaihe Town)
Opening hours: Jan 29–Apr 30, 7:30am–5pm
Suggested duration: 1 d
This is a classic geological wonder. Standing here, you can enjoy a panoramic view of the magnificent Tianchi Lake and experience the wonders of nature.
- Hannan Mountain Hot Spring ⭐⭐⭐
Address: No. I-163, Resort Town, Wanda International Tourist Resort, West Scenic Area, Fusong County, Baishan City, Jilin Province
Opening hours: Mar 11–31, 1pm–9pm
Suggested duration: 2–4 h
This is an ideal place for bathing and recuperation. The dense water vapor shrouds the top of Changbai Mountain, making you feel like you are in a fairyland.
- Yanbian Museum ⭐⭐⭐
Address: No. 8627 Changbai West Road, Administrative Center, Yanji City, Yanbian Korean Autonomous Prefecture, Jilin Province
Opening hours: Closed on Mondays; Tue–Sun, 9am–4pm (Nov 1, 2024–Apr 30, 2025)
Suggested duration: 1 hr
The Yanbian Museum combines history and ethnic characteristics. With a rich collection, it is a good place to learn about local history and culture.
- Korean Folk Village ⭐⭐⭐
Address: Guoyuan Village, Malugou Town, Changbai Korean Autonomous County, Baishan City, Jilin Province
Opening hours: Open all day
Suggested duration: (Depending on the specific situation)
Here, tradition and nature blend perfectly, showcasing the unique folk customs of the Korean people, making it a truly unforgettable experience.
Travel checklist: 🧳 Things you need to bring to Yanbian-Baishan!
👕 Clothing: Down jackets, thermal underwear, cashmere pants, snow boots, and thick socks. The temperature is still low in March, so be sure to keep warm!
🎒 Accessories and other items: Waterproof hats, scarves, masks, and gloves. Also, bring hand warmers and a thermos. Don't let yourself get cold when you're out and about.
📇 Documents: Don't forget your ID card and student ID to enjoy more discounts! Also, bring cash and bank cards just in case.
Don't forget to bring your camera and a good mood on your trip to Yanbian-Baishan. Let's set off together and create unforgettable memories! Book a Trip.com group tour to make your journey even more wonderful!
In Wanda Resort, if you stay at a hotel, it is very convenient. The outdoor area is quite interesting, but there are more people indoors. The cleanliness of the pool is average. If you don't stay here, you can take a taxi.
It's beautiful!! And there are a lot of rime😂If I had known, I wouldn't have gone to the Demon Realm!! The Demon Realm is cold and expensive!! It's very warm here and the rime won't melt no matter how much you expose it to the sun. Hahaha, each pool is not far apart, and the water temperature is warm enough so it won't be too cold, but if the towel is wet, it will freeze as soon as it is placed😂It is recommended to put some towels outside for replacement
There are indoor and outdoor pools, not many, but hot enough. I heard that there are many people at night, so we went to the hot spring in the afternoon, and there were very few people. It happened to be snowing, and soaking in the hot spring in the ice and snow was definitely a first-class enjoyment.
Living in Wanda Resort, there are shuttle buses directly to the Hannah Mountain hot spring gate, very close, the whole hot spring area is not very large, indoor hot springs only have two large pools, generally children are the majority, outdoor about 10 pools, from indoor to outdoor door push door, cold wind, all kinds of screams, it is recommended to batch towels and then go out to choose a pool to soak in the heat before changing the room. External hot springs are still beautiful. There aren't many people in the afternoon. If you take pictures, you'll get more people. If you take pictures, it's better to arrive at 3:00 p.m. because it's getting dark at 4:00 p.m., so that you can take pictures of the day and night. Don't wet your hair at the beginning, because it will freeze on your head, soak for a long time, and it will be very hot and cold on your head. If you have a headache, you can wear a swimming cap or a thicker one.
It's exciting to come to Hannah Mountain Bubble Outdoor Hot Spring on winter night. At minus 10 degrees, just opened the door, there was a gust of cold wind, full of eyes, the pool was full of people, frozen to no avail. No matter 3721, people had to squeeze into the scenery, the water was very hot, but the local people said that it was a fake hot spring. Regardless of him, there were people who said that the day when the fake hot springs could be solved by soaking in a bubble was the most popular day for them. I don't know what's wrong. There aren't enough towels, not enough spraying, and the rest is OK. There are 20 people in the small fish pond. There are saunas, no sweat pool or anything. It's not big. The scenery outside is good. There are many pools, but it's too cold. When the hair is wet, it freezes and there are too many people, so it's not all soaked. Hot springs are located at the outermost part of Wanda Resort. There is a shuttle bus.
Because it was soup soaked in 30 nights, the outdoor photography was not good, but the soup felt great. The temperature of more than 20 degrees below zero, the steaming soup pool, if there is another big snow in the daytime, it is really beautiful. Most of the outdoor pools are above 40 degrees, so it's not good to soak long and hot. The overall feeling is better.
Snow is flying overhead, and the surroundings are warm. You can easily experience the Hokkaido experience without leaving the country. It is recommended to call to inquire about the opening conditions before going. The number of indoor and outdoor hot springs open each day is different. If you want to soak in the snow, it is better to ask clearly. Ctrip booking is nearly 100 yuan cheaper than the market price, but you have to book one hour in advance~
The free hot spring tickets provided by the Holiday Inn where I stayed had to be verified at the side before I could get the cards. The lockers were rented for one person, 10 yuan each. The hot spring hall is not big, and the indoor and outdoor pools are not that big either. There are overwhelming food advertisements, and I really don't know if it is a restaurant or a hot spring hall. The pool is very dirty, and the water after taking off the swimsuit after taking a hot spring bath is like muddy water. I don't recommend going there.