Media representatives of the "Perceiving Happiness in China" Jilin Tour pose for a group photo in Changchun on Oct 11. [Photo/Cialian News]

The "Perceiving Happiness in China" Jilin Tour, organized by the State Council Information Office, officially kicked off in Changchun on Oct 11. A group of over 30 domestic and international media representatives and influencers embarked on a seven-day journey across Jilin to explore the province's achievements in ecology, industry, and culture.

Their itinerary included stops in Changchun, Songyuan, Liaoyuan, Ji'an, and Changbai Mountain. In Changchun, the first stop, visitors were impressed by the Geological Museum of Jilin University, which features a fascinating collection of dinosaur fossils and mineral specimens. At FAW Jiefang and China FAW's NBD headquarters, automated production lines and smart robots showcased Jilin's advanced manufacturing power.

Jilin Tour members visit the former Manchukuo central bank building. [Photo/Cialian News]

Historic landmarks such as the former Manchukuo central bank building, the Soviet Red Army Martyrs Memorial Tower at Renmin Square, and the Xinmin Avenue Historical and Cultural Block left a deep impression. Participants said these sites revealed the city's memory and highlighted Jilin's thoughtful balance between preserving its heritage and embracing innovation.

The group also visited the High School Affiliated to Northeast Normal University to attend the launch ceremony of the "Outstanding Films Enter Campus" event in Jilin, where the China Foundation for Human Rights Development and China Film Group donated 10 film projection sets and 100 film screenings to 10 ethnic schools in the province.