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Arxan Autumn Fairy Tale | The 300,000-Year-Old Volcanic Secret Realm Is So Beautiful

The mountains fulfill all my fantasies about autumn in the Greater Khingan Range✨ People often say that autumn in northern Xinjiang is a moving oil painting, but it wasn’t until my feet stepped onto the larch trees in Arxan that I understood—the wind here carries poetry. The 300,000-year-old volcanic relics, the golden brilliance of the forest sea, and the warm mist of the hot springs all tell a story of hidden tenderness~Such a beautiful fairy tale world, no one is allowed to miss it!😍 🚗【3 Days 2 Nights Nanny-Level Travel Itinerary】 Day 1️⃣: Arxan Railway Station (one of China’s most beautiful small stations) → Arxan World Geopark Museum (explore volcanic relics) → Wuli Spring (natural mineral water source) 📍Accommodation recommendation: Hot spring hotel in Arxan city center Day 2️⃣: Arxan National Forest Park (275 RMB/person) → Wusulangzi Lake (Sunrise at Crane Lake) → Buzong River Popular Bridge → Blue House (popular check-in spot) → Buzong River at Tianchi Service Area 📍Accommodation recommendation: Unique guesthouse at Tianchi Service Area Day 3️⃣: Forest Ranch → Rose Peak (geological wonder) → White Wolf Peak (overlooking the entire golden forest) 📍Return trip or continue staying in the city center 📸【5 Stunning Photo Spots】 1️⃣ Arxan Railway Station 📍Address: Intersection of Wenquan Street and Hailar Road, Arxan City ⏰Opening hours: Open all day The red-roofed wooden cabin-style small building is surrounded by golden larch trees, every shot looks cinematic! If you want to avoid crowds, you can take photos of the train 🚂 from the back. 2️⃣ Wusulangzi Lake 📍Address: Inside Arxan National Forest Park Recommended time: 5:30-6:00 AM to see the morning mist, the fog is super dreamy~ 3️⃣ Buzong River 📍Navigate to the uphill entrance of "Tianchi Resort Hotel" The winding river looks like a golden ribbon, with cattle grazing by the riverbank, full of healing vibes 💯 4️⃣ Rose Peak 📍Address: Beside Provincial Road S203, Arxan City The mountain is not high, a 15-minute climb to the top, with a panoramic view of the autumn-colored forest 🌄 5️⃣ Blue House 📍Beside the Haraha River Blue House + white birch forest + cattle, a perfect Instagram-style masterpiece! Remember to wear light-colored clothes for photos~ 💡【Super Practical Tips】 🔸Dress guide: Big temperature difference between day and night! Thin jacket during the day, down jacket in the early morning and evening, light colors look better on camera 🔸Ticket tips: Book tickets in advance on Trip.com to skip the line! Remember to check the sightseeing bus schedule 🔸Accommodation recommendation: Stay inside the scenic area for morning mist photos, stay in the city center for convenience in dining and lodging 🔸Best lighting: Portraits look amazing before 9 AM & after 4 PM 🔸Must-try food: Hand-pulled lamb and ice-boiled mutton at "Grassland Restaurant" in the city center, irresistibly fragrant! 🍁This autumn, let’s fall into the golden fairy tale together~
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Posted: Oct 26, 2025
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