Exploring Yanji- 大数跨境

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2024-03-30

导读：Weekend Trip Tip

The city of Yanji, as the capital of the Yanbian Korean Autonomous Prefecture, boasts a unique blend of Chinese and Korean influences, and is famous for its great food and laid-back atmosphere.

What to experience in Yanji?

Korean-Chinese Culture: One of Yanji's most distinctive features is its vibrant Korean-Chinese community, which has deeply influenced the city's culinary scene, traditions, and entertainment. Travelers can savor an array of mouthwatering delicacies, from savory kimchi pancakes to hearty barbeques, in local eateries scattered throughout the city. Additionally, visitors can experience traditional performances such as colorful dance recitals and folk music concerts, which showcase the cultural heritage of the Korean-Chinese population.

Yanji Cuisine: Yanji is a paradise for barbecue enthusiasts. There are various types of barbecue and different barbecue utensils available. The barbecue meat is delicious and abundant, with a wide range of seasonings, and a rich variety of pickled vegetables for customers to choose from without limit. In addition to barbecue, there are other delicacies such as bibimbap, ginseng chicken soup, seaweed rice rolls, rice cakes, sweet-and-sour pork and more.

Seaweed-wrapped rice rolls are also a major feature of Yanji cuisine. They can be filled with various ingredients.

Additionally, nearly every restaurant in Yanji brews its own rice wine. With a low alcohol content and excellent flavor, it's more like a beverage.

Coffee Culture: For coffee aficionados seeking a cozy respite amidst their explorations, Yanji offers a plethora of charming coffee shops dotted throughout the city. Whether craving a robust espresso or indulging in a creamy latte, visitors can find an array of specialty cafes serving up artisanal brews and delectable pastries, providing the perfect setting to unwind and soak in the city's laid-back atmosphere.

Beer Houses: People in Yanji enjoy going out to socialize with friends. The city boasts numerous beer houses, creating an atmosphere for leisure and chatting with friends.

There's even beer hotpot available.

Bars: Yanji's bar culture is vibrant, with fashionable young people dancing freely in bars.

Outdoor Activities: In Yanji, you can take a stroll along the river or go hiking in the mountains.

Local Attractions:

Mao'er Mountain: This scenic mountain range, located just south of the city, offers breathtaking views of Yanji and its surrounding countryside. Visitors can explore tranquil hiking trails that wind through the forests of this famous mountain, which is named after a traditional Korean-Chinese hat.

Dinosaur Kingdom: A popular dinosaur-themed amusement park that is a great place to take children while exploring Yanji.

Dinosaur Museum: There's also a museum showcasing the reptilian giants who once roamed this land millions of years ago. This is the only proper dinosaur museum in Jilin province.

Korean-Chinese Folk Village: Visitors can wander through traditional hanok-style houses here. This area is also famous for renting out traditional Korean-Chinese clothing, and many people flock here to take beautiful photos of themselves and others in this vibrant traditional attire.

Business Street: An iconic business area flush with vibrant neon signs. It offers a large selection of restaurants and other businesses for visitors to explore.

It's worth mentioning that Yanji has an excellent five-star hotel - the Red Daisy Hotel. If you are our client, you can contact us to help you book the hotel.

Accessibility: Situated approximately 340 kilometers southeast of Changchun, the capital city of Jilin Province, Yanji is easily accessible by various modes of transportation. Travelers can opt for a convenient high-speed train journey of about 2.5 hours, or a scenic drive which typically takes around 4-5 hours by car.