I remember Changbai Mountain the most, this place where I feel at ease is my hometown

Written in front

When we walk on the red brick road, we always don’t know whether we are losing or gaining. Accustomed to the cold world surrounded by reinforced concrete, how much material and fame we have gained, but how much nature and authenticity we have lost. When I came to Changbai Mountain, I realized some of the connotation of "the wise enjoy the water, the benevolent enjoy the mountains".

The water in Changbai Mountain is carefree, mighty and mighty, or soothing and gentle. The mountain stream at the bottom of the hidden valley is silent but neither humble nor rebellious. There are several glasses in the office that are sparkling but not arrogant or noisy. The moon can be seen in the clear stream. , the long river can be rowed, like a wise man who is distant, quiet, free and easy; the mountains of Changbai Mountain are at ease, either majestic or majestic, or clear and beautiful. A solitary mountain is a scene, and a winding mountain is also a scene. It can reach into the clouds. , the hero can look down upon the world, like a benevolent person who is deep, broad, wise and sophisticated.

"The light of the mountains is pleasing to the birds, and the shadows of the pond are empty of people's hearts." Walking in such a quiet world, the joy when you first see it, the nostalgia when you look back, everything is so exciting and heart-warming. install.

Day 1

Set out from Changchun, pack your bags, bring your camera and a pair of eyes that discover beauty, and meet up with friends from all over the world in Changbai Mountain This mysterious and charming northern territory. Every time I take the high-speed rail from Changchun Station to Longjia Airport, the whole journey only takes ten minutes, which is very convenient. Because I had some things to deal with in the afternoon, I chose to take the evening flight of Fortune Air. Passengers checked in faster and the plane took off early, arriving thirty minutes earlier than expected. When we arrived at Changbai Mountain, the pick-up staff from the Haoting Holiday Inn we had booked were already waiting for us at the airport. It took about half an hour's drive to arrive at the Changbai Shanxi Scenic Area Tourism Distribution Center, which is the newly opened Changbai Shanxi Mountain Gate. It is more like a modern tourist resort. town.

Haoting Holiday Hotel

The night in the mountains is so quiet and fascinating. It was already past nine o'clock in the evening when we arrived at the Changbai Shanxi Scenic Area Tourism Distribution Center. The place was not very big, the colorful lights decorated on the road were flashing, and customers from various Northeastern restaurants were bustling, so it was quite prosperous. It was quite late, so we didn’t go shopping much and went straight to the hotel we booked. The decoration style of the hotel is relatively traditional, very clean and comfortable, and the price is reasonable. A good sleep on the soft and comfortable big bed will relieve your physical and mental fatigue.

The next day

Changbai Mountain North Scenic Area

Get up early in the morning After that, we couldn’t wait to embark on a journey to explore Changbai Mountain. Our first stop was the North Scenic Area of ??Changbai Mountain. The North Scenic Area was far away from where we lived and took more than an hour’s drive. The North Scenic Area mainly includes underground forest, Green Pool, Julong Hot Spring and waterfalls. Of course, the most important one is Tianchi.

If you don’t want to walk too much, then the North Scenic Area is a better choice. The buses in the scenic area are very convenient, and you can reach the top of Tianchi by car. Because of the unique Due to the terrain and climate, not everyone who visits Changbai Mountain can see Tianchi. Following the tour guide’s advice, we first took a bus to Tianchi. The road leading to Tianchi is full of "elbow bends" in Northeastern dialect. I have to say that the drivers in the scenic area are really good at driving. Although the mountain road is steep, the car still drives very smoothly. When we arrived at Tianchi, many tourists had gathered in the viewing area above, because Tianchi was surrounded by heavy fog, and everyone was waiting for the clouds to dissipate.

All the waiting is always wonderful and worth it. After more than twenty minutes, the fog in Tianchi gradually began to dissipate, and the mystery of Changbai Mountain Tianchi was unveiled. Although it is not as magnificent and open as when the sky is clear, the clouds and mist are a bit more poetic and picturesque. I heard the staff said that only one-third of the tourists can see the whole Tianchi, and what can be seen is very special. Lucky people, we can say are very lucky.

There is a local saying in Changbai Mountain: "A mountain has four seasons, and the weather is different ten miles away." The weather changes frequently, and the scenery has a different charm. After coming down from Tianchi and having a light meal, we went to the waterfall scenic area. Although the waterfall is not as spectacular as Huangguoshu Waterfall, the high mountain waterfall also has a wonderful artistic conception of "water coming from the sky". Today, I came to Changbai Mountain during a drizzle. The green trees on the mountain were shrouded in mist and rain, and the hot springs at the foot of the mountain were flowing and steaming. Everything was like a fairyland on earth.

It is also a stretch of clear water. If Tianchi is the pure and tranquil side of Changbai Mountain, then Green Abyss Lake is It is the passionate and energetic side of Changbai Mountain. Green Yuan Tan is named after the turquoise and deep water of the pool. The waterfall here flows straight down, with the highest drop reaching more than 20 meters. The waterfall falls on the boulder, stirs up huge water splash, and then flows into the deep pool. The green pond filled with mist and rain has a kind of classical Chinese landscape beauty, which can be incorporated into poetry or painting.

Haoting Holiday Inn Restaurant

How can we not reward ourselves after a day of traveling in the mountains? Taste your stomach. For dinner, we chose the Chinese restaurant on the fourth floor of the Haoting Holiday Hotel. Naturally, we ate very down-to-earth Northeastern specialties. The restaurant uses wild and fresh ingredients from the Changbai Mountains and uses Northeastern cooking techniques, which is very characteristic of the local characteristics of the Changbai Mountains. Cold Pig's Mouth Mushroom. Pig's Mouth Mushroom is a unique ingredient of Changbai Mountain. It is slightly poisonous. It is said that if you eat too much, your lips will swell into the shape of a pig's mouth, so it is named Pig's Mouth Mushroom. Mixed with fresh cucumber, it is refreshing and delicious, fresh and tender.

Cricket tofu soup. Although the crickets look like crayfish, they have very high requirements for their growth environment. This dish may be eaten in few places except Changbai Mountain. Yes, this dish uses fresh clams from Changbai Mountain and boils them with tofu to make balls. The soup is delicious, smooth and delicious.

The third day

Changbai Shanxi Scenic Area

The scenery you see is naturally different from the different angles. Each has its own charm. I had enough time, and after visiting the North Scenic Area, I felt that it was not enough, so I embarked on the journey to the South Scenic Area in the early morning. Now Changbai Mountain Scenic Area has a preferential policy. You can visit the northern and southern scenic spots within three days after purchasing the ticket. There is no need to buy another admission ticket, and you only need to pay the transportation fee for the scenic bus.

My previous impression of Changbai Mountain was that except for Tianchi, it was canyons, forests and waterfalls. Little did I know that the sea of ??flowers was only in July. Changbai Mountain keywords. The "Sky Garden" at an altitude of 1,600 meters is the only treasure house of original alpine vegetation in the Northeast. It is less crowded with tourists and more fresh and quiet. The green grass next to it is intertwined with colorful flowers. Looking from a distance is refreshing, and looking up close is exciting.

After seeing the sea of ??flowers, we went straight to Tianchi, where the sightseeing bus in the West Scenic Area stopped. In the parking lot at the foot of the mountain, you need to climb more than a thousand steps to reach Tianchi. The whole journey takes about an hour. Because there are many people, you will not walk very fast. There are low alpine meadows along the way. It feels like being in Switzerland.

After climbing to the top of the mountain, I finally saw the dreaming Tianchi. Although it was rainy again, Tianchi is not shrouded in fog, and the lush green grass makes the clear water of Tianchi appear more mysterious and bright.

Xiangman Village Iron Pot Stew

Iron pot stew is more characteristic of Northeast China For delicious food, walk into the Xiangman Village Iron Pot Stew Restaurant. The large pots, stoves, and some old objects are all memories of the older generation. Not only is this place full of elements of the times, but the dishes are also full of nostalgia.

There are three large pots sitting on the stove, with firewood set underneath, and all kinds of delicacies are cooked right in front of you. After putting all the ingredients, wait for them to simmer over low heat. Open the lid and stew chicken, chunks of ribs, beans and potatoes into one pot, full of flavor. Carp and vermicelli are stewed in a pot, which is delicious and delicious.

Firewood was placed under the steaming cauldron to drive away the coldness of this rainy night. Our friends sat around the big pot, looking forward to the fragrant "food" under the lid. The wonderful Northeastern Duo performance around us was very lively. We picked up our chopsticks and ate together, laughing and happily. I feel that we always need something new in life, try different food, and meet some different people.

The fourth day

Erdaobaihe Town

Every Every time I visit Changbai Mountain, I like to take a walk around Erdaobaihe. I didn’t have too many itineraries planned for the last day. After breakfast, I drove to Erdaobaihe Town with a few friends. Freshness and comfort are my deepest impression of this small town at the foot of Changbai Mountain. Take a leisurely stroll through this charming town. You can see flowers, green grass, blue sky and green trees everywhere. Everything is so clean and pure. Hold a handful of sweet spring water, take a few deep breaths of the fresher air of Changbai Mountain, let your body wander around the planet, and leave your heart in the pure land of Changbai Mountain.

Write at the end

Walking alone, the wind is rolling, and the water is vast. It has been more than a week since I left Changbai Mountain, and the hustle and bustle of the world in front of me is no longer what it used to be. In my spare time, I make a pot of tea and think back on those days in Changbai Mountain. I can still feel the unprecedented peace and tranquility. The big ones are hidden in the city, and the small ones are hidden in the wilds. Although they are not as good as the benevolent and wise people, they have new fires and new teas, but their youth is still good. They can travel between heaven and earth and enjoy the years of poetry and wine.

2019.07.21

Zhong Yuan in Spring City, Beiguo