Arxan fulfills all my fantasies about autumn in the Greater Khingan Mountains

Be sure to visit Arxan in autumn to see a fairy tale world🍁
From September to October, Arxan is unbelievably beautiful, with golden birch forests, crystal-clear lakes, and mountains reflected in the water—every snapshot looks like a postcard📸

🏞Recommended travel itinerary:
DAY 1:
📍Arxan City ➠ Arxan Railway Station (check in at China’s most beautiful train station)
📍Wuli Spring (you can drink the spring water, remember to bring an empty bottle)
📍Rose Peak (great for watching the sunset in the evening)
🏠Accommodation: It’s recommended to stay in Arxan City; there are over 100 comfortable business hotels

DAY 2:
📍Arxan National Forest Park (120 RMB/person, a must-visit)
✔️Tuofengling Tianchi (wooden plankwalk throughout, altitude 1332 meters)
✔️Grand Canyon (volcanic lava landform)
✔️Santang Gorge (perfect combination of forest, river, and strange rocks)
✔️Dichi (a very small volcanic crater lake)
🚗Park transportation: Sightseeing bus 85 RMB/person, it’s recommended to buy a ticket package that includes the bus
🕒Recommended visit time: at least 4-5 hours
⚠️Tips: The park is very large, it’s recommended to bring your own snacks and hot water, and wear comfortable hiking shoes

🍗Food recommendations:
🔸Mongolian milk tea: Weiguang Fresh Milk Food Store (Arxan City)
🔸Iron pot stew: Nongjiale Iron Pot Stew (city food street)
🔸Wild mushrooms: pick wild vegetables on the mountain and cook them back at your accommodation

🚗Transportation suggestions:
✈️Plane: Some cities have direct flights to Arxan Airport
🚂Train: Trains to Arxan are available from Beijing, Harbin, and Shenyang
🚗Self-driving: Driving all the way from Hulunbuir or the grasslands is very enjoyable