Changbaishan/Changbai Mountain

​​Overview​​

Changbai Mountain (长白山), straddling China-North Korea border in Jilin Province, is a ​​AAAAA-rated scenic area​​ and ​​UNESCO Biosphere Reserve​​. Its name means "Perpetually White," reflecting its snow-capped peaks and nine-month winters.

​​Natural Wonders​​

1. ​​Tianchi Lake​​: A volcanic crater lake at 2,194m altitude, with an average depth of ​​204m​​ (max ​​373m​​)—China’s deepest alpine lake. It freezes for seven months (November–June) and fuels three major rivers: Songhua, Tumen, and Yalu.
2. ​​Biodiversity​​: Home to ​​2,596 plant species​​ (e.g., ginseng) and ​​2,442 animals​​, including endangered Siberian tigers and red-crowned cranes.
3. ​​Volcanic Activity​​: A dormant volcano last erupted in ​​1702​​. The region has ​​49 scenic spots​​, like waterfalls, hot springs (83°C), and the "Grand Valley".

​​Climate & Seasons​​

• ​​Winter​​: Snow depths reach ​​50cm​​, with skiing and ice festivals.
• ​​Summer​​: Temperatures average ​​20°C​​, ideal for hiking and viewing alpine flora.
• ​​Extreme Weather​​: Holds national records for lowest temps (​​−7.3°C avg​​), fastest winds (​​11.7m/s​​), and fog (​​265 days/year​​).

​​Cultural Significance​​

• Sacred to ​​Manchu​​ and ​​Korean​​ cultures as a mythical birthplace.
• Historic Qing Dynasty "forbidden zone" preserved its ecology.
• Legends of Tianchi’s "lake monster" persist, with over ​​1,000 reported sightings​​.

​​Tourism & Infrastructure​​

• ​​Access​​: Changbaishan Airport; high-speed rail (opening 2025) will boost visits.
• ​​Activities​​: Skiing, hot springs, helicopter tours, and Korean cultural festivals.
• ​​Conservation​​: Protected since 1960, with ​​87.7% forest coverage​​ and air quality ​​100× UN standards​​.

​​Visitor Info​​

• ​​Best Time​​: June–September (summer), December–March (winter sports).
• ​​Tickets​​: ​​¥125​​ (peak season); gates open ​​6:30–16:00​​.

Changbai Mountain blends ​​adventure, ecology, and culture​​, making it a top global destination.