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