Stories from Changbai · China

Jilin Province tourism officials stated that roads leading to the core areas of the Changbai Mountain National Nature Reserve cannot be widened. The area is a protected national site, and the sides of the roads are designated as conservation zones.

Jika Yi village, located in Sichuan Province's Garze Tibetan Autonomous Prefecture, has been named one of the best tourist villages by the UN World Tourism Organization. The village spans an altitude range from 1700 to 5000 meters and is home to 92 Tibetan households.

Tourists like Yang Zhennan described their experiences as unique and highly recommended, enjoying the atmosphere and traditional snacks.

Tourists are experiencing the natural beauty of Changbai Mountain, with clear river waters flowing from the mountain, a spectacle that was once a scene of volcanic eruption. Many tourists are seeking immersive experiences beyond simple sightseeing, enjoying activities like pastoral cycling and dragon root experiences. The operational head of Tianyuan Community, Wang Qiuping, stated that they arrange pastoral walks and dragon root experiences for tourists. Foreigners are showing strong interest in traditional Chinese culture and medicine, with students like Krist finding new perspectives and dreams through activities like learning Chinese and understanding traditional Chinese medicine. Krist, who has lived in Chengdu for three years, enjoys local life, visiting tea houses, and sharing ancient poetry with schoolchildren.

A student from a rural family in Jilin Province expressed pride in their mother, who worked as a cleaner and sanitation worker to support their education.

Jilin Province has launched a promotion for the G331 highway, known as 'Changbai Mijin,' offering free access to scenic areas.