Jilin Hometown Culture

A bilingual hometown heritage site for Jilin, China — old photos, place names, dialect, heritage flavors, travel and culture, in Traditional Chinese and English.

Old Photos

Vintage views of the Songhua River, Beishan stories, streets then and now.

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Old Place Names

Vanished alleys and old address plates; every name holds a history.

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Jilin Dialect

Local words and the stories behind them.

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Heritage & Taste

Time-honored shops, snacks and childhood flavors.

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Travel & Culture

Rime ice guides, winter fishing, the Beishan temple fair, skiing, Manchu and Korean culture.

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Practical Info

Transport, lodging and what to wear each season — a practical guide for visitors.

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