Jilin · China
Ji'an travel guide
Ji'an is a city in Jilin, China, home to about 169,000 people.
- Best months
- September
- Nearest airport
- TNH109 km · Tonghua Sanyuanpu Airport
- Currency
- CNYrenminbi
- Time zone
- Asia/Shanghai
- Language
- Chinese, Putonghua, Standard Chinese
About
About Ji'an
As early as the 1st century BC, shortly after the founding of the Goguryeo Kingdom, a capital city was established in what is now Ji'an, historically known as "Guongnae City." For a considerable period, this area served as both the royal capital and the military and political center. It wasn't until the 5th century CE that Goguryeo moved its capital to Pyongyang, but the Ji'an area remained an important secondary capital and royal burial ground.
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Things to do
What to see and do in Ji'an
See
- Wandu Mountain City
- Capital Cities and Tombs of the Ancient Koguryo Kingdom
- Tomb of the General
- Stele of King Gwanggaeto
- Tombs of Goguryeo Nobles
- Yalu Riverbank
Do
In Ji'an, itineraries usually don't need to be packed; it's more suitable to take your time, explore, and adjust as you go.
- Ji'an Gaojuli Relics Park
- Ji'an Museum
- Ji'an Border Riverside Walk
- Wunvfeng National Forest Park
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Where to stay
Which part of Ji'an to stay in
Accommodation options are mainly concentrated in the city center, ranging from budget hotels to high-end hotels. Most are located along the Yalu River or near cultural relics sites, and transportation is convenient.
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When to go
The best time to visit Ji'an
The most comfortable months for a city stay in Ji'an are September. July is the warmest month, with average highs of 27 °C; July is the wettest, with about 229 mm of rain.
Comfortable means average daytime high between 18 °C and 29 °C and under 80 mm of rain in the month. Averages for 1991–2020 over the surrounding area, a grid square about 50 km across, so a coast or a nearby mountain can make the town itself warmer or cooler. Data: CRU TS v4.10, Climatic Research Unit, University of East Anglia (Open Database License).
Getting there
Getting to Ji'an: airports and arrival
The nearest airport with scheduled flights is Tonghua Sanyuanpu Airport (TNH), about 109 km from the city centre in a straight line.
Getting around
Ji'an has a limited number of bus routes, but they generally cover the train station, city center, and some major attractions. The buses are mainly regular city buses, with relatively low frequency; waiting times may be longer outside peak hours. If your itinerary is relatively fixed, it can be a good supplementary mode of transportation. Taxis are plentiful and one of the most convenient ways to get around the city. Short trips within the city are common, and prices are generally low. They are time-saving when traveling to the train station, hotels, or scattered historical sites.
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TNH · Tonghua Sanyuanpu Airport
Local knowledge
Eating, drinking and staying safe in Ji'an
Eat
Ji'an cuisine is mainly Northeastern home-style cooking, characterized by generous portions and strong flavors.
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Questions
Ji'an: questions travellers ask
When is the best time to visit Ji'an?
The most comfortable months for a city stay in Ji'an are September. July is the warmest month, with average highs of 27 °C; July is the wettest, with about 229 mm of rain.
Which airport is closest to Ji'an?
The nearest airport with scheduled flights is Tonghua Sanyuanpu Airport (TNH), about 109 km from the city centre in a straight line.
What currency is used in Ji'an?
renminbi (CNY).
Nearby
Destinations near Ji'an
Sources: city facts from Wikidata and Wikipedia; airports from OurAirports; climate from CRU TS v4.10 (University of East Anglia Climatic Research Unit), 1991–2020 monthly means, 0.5° grid; places to stay, guest scores and amenities from each operator's own public pages. How this guide is made.