Who says fairy tales are all lies? Everyone thinks I went abroad, but actually, I'm in Manzhouli!

Hidden in Inner Mongolia is a treasure town at the junction of China, Russia, and Mongolia—Manzhouli. It has more exotic charm than Harbin, is more magical than Disneyland, and best of all, it’s less crowded and cheaper!

✨ Must-visit highlights in Manzhouli

▪️ Matryoshka Doll Square: The world's largest matryoshka doll-themed park, with over 200 dolls, even the trash cans are doll-shaped! Recommended to stay at the matryoshka-themed hotel and enjoy the spectacular Russian circus.

▪️ National Gate Scenic Area: Climb the fifth-generation national gate to overlook the Russian town and experience the amazing "one glance sees two countries" feeling. The boundary marker check-in is super impressive!

▪️ Mammoth Park: Feels like stepping into the Ice Age, with giant mammoth sculptures perfect for photos. The atmosphere is amazing at dusk!

▪️ Sino-Soviet Golden Street: At night, warm yellow lights outline a fairy tale scene. The street is lined with Russian-style buildings, making you feel like you’re in Moscow!

🚶 2 days 1 night essential itinerary

Day 1: First taste of exotic charm

· Morning: Arrive in Manzhouli and head straight to Matryoshka Doll Square to snap tons of photos
· Noon: Check in at the popular Ruble Western restaurant to taste authentic Russian cuisine
· Afternoon: Stroll along Sino-Soviet Golden Street to shop for Russian crafts
· Evening: Enjoy the Matryoshka Doll Square light show and immerse yourself in a fairy tale world

Day 2: In-depth border scenery tour

· Morning: Visit the National Gate Scenic Area to feel the solemn border atmosphere
· Noon: Try Mongolian specialties like hand-pulled meat or Nomin Tara milk tea
· Afternoon: Explore Mammoth Park or visit Hulun Lake, the "Sea of the Grasslands"
· Evening: Buy Russian chocolates, matryoshka dolls, and other souvenirs

🍽️ Taste explosion recommendations

· Russian feast: Ruble cheese buns, Russian grilled sausages, Ukrainian borscht
· Mongolian classics: Nomin Tara pot tea, hand-pulled meat, Buryat steamed buns
· Local specialties: Shaomai with Mongolian milk tea for a hearty breakfast, roasted whole lamb

💡 Helpful tips

· Transportation: Fly to Manzhouli Xijiao Airport or drive there
· Accommodation: Family-friendly matryoshka hotels or cost-effective homestays near Sino-Soviet Street
· Best season: June to August for lush grasslands; winter for an ice and snow fairy tale experience
· Avoid pitfalls: Bring a jacket for big temperature differences between morning and night; ID required for National Gate Scenic Area

Manzhouli aftereffects: After returning home, you’ll always feel the photos aren’t enough, dreaming of matryoshka dolls, Russian domes, and grassland sunsets...💤

Don’t come easily! Otherwise, you’ll lose your soul in this border fairy tale town! 😭

📍: Manzhouli City, Inner Mongolia
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