When the first ray of sunshine in the East shines on Changbai Mountain, Jilin starts her new day. Located in the middle of northeast of China, Jilin sits in the center of Northeast Asia, accessible to both Russia and DPR Korea. If you view China’s
map as a rooster, then Jilin is just in its eye. Hello everybody, I am Andy, Director of Department of Culture and Tourism of Jilin Province. I am so pleased to introduce a beautiful Jilin to you.
 
  The history of Jilin can be traced back to ancient times. During thousands of years, this land sheltered dozens of northern minority nationalities. In her long history, she never lacks of great cultural and legendary stories. From the founding of the
People’s Republic of China to today, she has been the grain producer and industrial base of the country. She is also the cradle, and has created so many firsts in China, including the first car, the first film studio, the first large hydropower plant, and the
first alpine ski resort. As the most diligent and intelligent daughter of new China, she continues to create the legends of new age, with an area of 187,400 square kilometers and a population of 27.53 million.
 
  The beauty of Jilin lies in her mystery. The ancient nation, long history and vast land formed a profound and unique Chinese culture. The most important part is people’s keen understanding of their relationship with nature. From the forbidden area
of the Qing Dynasty to brave the journey to Northeast, this black land has witnessed many miracles in human history. Seeking harmony with nature means to respect and protect nature, learn from and draw energy from nature, instead of fighting
against it. Jilin people believe as long as there are mountains, rivers and the nature, human beings can thrive, so can their culture. This belief drives the civilization to evolve for 5,000 years, and invigorates it in the ever changing world. That is the
cultural essence of the ancient civilization.
 
  The beauty of Jilin lies in wonders. The mountain is wonderful. Changbai Mountain is a natural ecological shelter for northeast China even for northeast Asia. It is a holy land of culture and spirit for generations of the people of northeast China,
native and original. The water is wonderful. Tianchi, like a pool from the heaven, is the headwater for all rivers in the region. For thousands of years, its water remains the same amount. The hot spring contains multitude pro-health elements and is
called “holy water” for TCM health preserving. There is the largest reserve of high-quality mineral water in China. The land is wonderful. With different landscapes, this land provides rich resources, 12 kinds of mineral reserves, like oil shale and
diatomite top in China. This fertile black land also abounds with ginseng, 70% of the world output comes from Jilin. Known as the “Spirit of grass” and “King of herbs”, ginseng has been regarded as the life-saving medicine and Spirit Bottle for energy
supplement. The snow is wonderful. Dancing in the air is a scene, crystallized on the tree is rime, falling on the ground is a sign of bumper harvest next year. Snow is a messenger for happiness and abundance. Just within a few years, growth of winter
tourism in Jilin is taking the lead nationwide. The most famous and competitive three ski resorts of China are all in Jilin, which can receive skier visits as many as 1.5 million person times. It can be said that "Chinese quality skiing is in Jilin" has become
the consensus.
 
  The beauty of Jilin is all-around. Come to Jilin, feel her beauty, power and vitality. If you are a skier, experience a different challenge and conquest of braving the ice and snow. If you are a traveler, experience a different culture and soul touch, you
will find your true self. If you are a businessman, explore a different market and opportunities which will bring you more success.
 
  Jilin is beautiful, I am waiting for you here.