Journey to the Greater Khingan Range · Snowy Forests & Endless Woods

The Greater Khingan Range, China’s northernmost borderland forest, is a land where the seasons draw their most vivid lines. Here, you’ll hear the whispers of birch trees, follow the tracks of reindeer, and witness winter’s boundless white merging with summer’s lush green mountains. It is both a paradise for nature lovers and a meeting place of ethnic traditions and borderland charm.

History & Culture · Memories of the Frontier

As one of China’s most important ecological shields, the Greater Khingan Range has long been home to multiple ethnic groups. The Evenki, Hezhe, and Daur peoples have thrived here for generations, preserving their distinctive hunting and nomadic customs. In modern times, this vast forest has been both a treasure trove of timber and a stage for countless stories of those who built and protected the frontier.

Folk Customs & Borderland Spirit · Songs in the Forest

The region’s folk traditions are as vibrant as its landscapes.

• Naadam Gathering Festival: Ethnic communities dress in their finest attire, singing and dancing around sacred cairns (aobao) to pray for favorable weather and prosperity.

• Bonfire Festival: An Evenki tradition where, under the starry sky, villagers light great fires, sing, dance, and share the joy of harvest.

• Winter Ice Fishing: Local fishermen cut holes through thick river ice and haul in fresh fish with large nets—a lively scene that showcases the ingenuity and resilience of frontier life.

Flavors of the Greater Khingan · Untamed & Authentic

• Iron Pot Stew: Fresh meats and vegetables simmer together in a large iron pot, with golden cornmeal buns lining the rim. The broth is rich and aromatic, the meat tender, and the buns infused with savory flavors.

• Sticky Bean Buns: Made with millet or glutinous rice dough and filled with sweet red bean paste—soft, chewy, and beloved as a traditional staple.

• Cold-Water Fish: Delicately textured and ideal for steaming or slow simmering.

• Venison & Mushroom Soup: The gamey richness of venison perfectly complemented by the earthy fragrance of wild forest mushrooms.

• Blueberry Delicacies: Plump, tangy blueberries enjoyed fresh, or transformed into jams, wines, and juices.

Four Seasons of Beauty · Must-See Sights & Experiences

• Beiji Village, Mohe: China’s northernmost settlement. Visit the ‘Northernmost Post Office’ and the ‘Pole of China’ monument, and experience the thrill of ‘finding the north.’ On lucky nights, the aurora borealis may dance across the Arctic sky.

• First Bend of the Heilongjiang River: A natural, 30-kilometer-long Ω-shaped meander, with a perfectly rounded island embraced by clear waters and golden sands—like a giant emerald set in gold.

• Baiquangu Ecological Scenic Area: Named after its Hundred Springs River, it features glacial relics such as ice-carved ridges and wave-eroded caves. With over 280 natural springs and nearly 90% forest coverage, it’s an ideal retreat for leisure, wellness, and forest therapy.