Tonghua City is located in the southeast of Jilin Province, in the hinterland of Changbai Mountain. Urban area 1.56 million square kilometers, facing North Korea across the river. It has jurisdiction over 2 cities (Ji 'an and Meihekou), 3 counties (Huinan, Liuhe and Tonghua), 2 districts (Dongchang and Erdaojiang), 1 National Pharmaceutical High-tech Zone and 1 Jilin Tonghua International Inland Port Area. There are 45 towns, 14 townships and 23 streets. There are 6 ethnic townships in the city.
Tonghua has a long history and profound cultural heritage. More than 6000 years ago, Tonghua was the birthplace of Koguryo culture and Shaman culture. Koguryo Palace and Mausoleum are the only 5A-level scenic spots in Northeast China that have independently declared successful world cultural heritage. The first aviation school and engineering school of China People's Liberation Army was born here, and it is also the hometown of Gao Zhihang, the "father of China Air Force". From June 5438 to June 20201October, Tonghua City won the title of National Double Support Model City for the ninth time, and achieved the "nine consecutive championships" of the National Double Support Model City.
Tonghua must eat delicious food:
1. Braised pork: Braised pork is one of Tonghua's special dishes. It is made by wrapping lean meat slices with starch and egg liquid, frying them in a pot until golden brown, and then pouring sweet and sour sauce on them. Pot-wrapped meat is characterized by crisp taste, sweet and sour taste and is one of Tonghua people's delicacies.
2. Grilled cold noodles: Grilled cold noodles are one of Tonghua's traditional snacks. Put the cold noodles on the baking tray, then put all kinds of vegetables and meat, and then spread the homemade sauce, which tastes delicious and is a good choice for cooling off the heat.
3. Hulutou: Hulutou is another special snack of Tonghua. It is made by mixing flour and eggs evenly and steaming them on the gourd. Hulutou is characterized by soft skin and sweet stuffing, which is one of Tonghua people's favorite breakfasts.
4. Sweet potato powder: Sweet potato powder is one of the traditional snacks in Tonghua. It is made of sweet potato powder and tastes smooth and delicious. There are many ways to eat sweet potato powder, such as stir-frying, cold salad, stew and so on. It is one of the daily delicacies of Tonghua people.
5. Tofu brain: Tofu brain is one of the traditional specialties of Tonghua. It is made by cutting tofu into pieces and pickling it with special bean paste and other seasonings. Tofu brain is one of Tonghua people's favorite appetizers because of its rich flavor and delicious taste.