On March 8, 1976, the sky fell on Jilin — the largest witnessed meteorite shower in history. The 1,770 kg Jilin No. 1 is the biggest single stony meteorite ever found. Museum guide, science, and visiting tips.
Culture & Heritage
Confucian temples, Manchu roots, meteorites and old streets — the stories behind Jilin City, for curious visitors.
- Jilin Meteorite Museum: Touch a Rock Older Than Earth Itself
- Manchu Roots of Jilin: The Garrison Town That Named a Province
Why is Jilin called Jilin? A Manchu phrase meaning 'city along the river.' Explore the city's Manchu roots — the 1661 river navy, the General of Jilin, the Manchu Museum, and living traces in food and dress.
- Jilin Confucian Temple: The Northeast's First Temple to Confucius
Jilin Confucian Temple (Jilin Wenmiao): history, what to see along the central axis, tickets and visiting tips — the Qing dynasty's first Confucian temple in Northeast China.
