Baishan City is located in the hinterland of Changbai Mountain, a city of ice, snow and forests. Key attractions include Heaven Lake on Changbai Mountain (the largest volcanic crater lake in China, an alpine lake with distinct scenery in different seasons), Swan Scenic Area (a group of volcanic rock waterfalls, a geological wonder), and Lushuihe National Forest Park (primitive forest, hunting experience). Local cuisine features Changbai Mountain iron pot stew (stewed chicken and fish with cornbread), Korean-style cold noodles (sweet, sour and refreshing), spicy kimchi (appetising), ginseng chicken soup (nourishing), as well as forest frog oil and wild vegetables, showcasing the flavours of Northeast China and the Korean ethnic group.