Jilin (city) Travel Guide — Things to Do, Food & Hotels
prefecture-level city in Jilin, China
About Jilin (city)
Jilin has a population of 1.3 million people. It is bisected by the Songhua River. The city was originally a fortress and it was an important ship building city during the Qing Dynasty. During World War II, the city was taken by Russia and has never fully recovered from the damage caused by the occupation. Now it is a growing industrial city with some decent attractions, especially in the winter. For many, it serves as a staging point for travel toChangbaishan National Nature Reserve.
Top Attractions in Jilin (city)
Explore the best things to see and do in Jilin (city):
- ★Beidahu Skiing Ground
- ★Beishan Park
- ★Catholic Church of Jilin
- ★Century Square
- ★Explore
- ★Ice Lantern Festival
- ★Ice-rimmed Trees
- ★Jiangcheng Square
Where to Eat in Jilin (city)
Must-try local food and restaurants:
- 🍴Cherry Blossom
- 🍴Dongsheng Islamic Restaurant
- 🍴Full House
- 🍴German Beer Bar
- 🍴Jin Zhou Tang Cheng
- 🍴Laobai Sausage Restaurant
Where to Stay in Jilin (city)
- 🏨Empire Garden Hotel
- 🏨Jiangcheng Hotel
- 🏨Motel (Railway Station Branch)
Jilin (city) Travel Guide Sections
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