[2025 Fuyuan Attraction] Travel Guide for Dongji Pagoda (Updated Apr)

Located at the easternmost point of Heixiazi Island in Fuyuan City, Jiamusi City, Heilongjiang Province, the Dongji Pagoda marks the easternmost point of China's land territory and holds significant geographical and cultural importance. Designed in an octagonal shape with a Han and Tang dynasty architectural style, the nine-story pagoda stands 81 meters tall. Its base, a two-tiered square measuring 40 meters by 40 meters, exudes grandeur. The pagoda features a circular plaza adorned with a Taiji pattern. With a diameter of 171 meters, the plaza symbolizes the 171 square kilometers of returned territory of Heixiazi Island. Tortoise and Kylin figures are placed at the two poles of the plaza, representing the harmony of water and fire, and the balance of yin and yang. Sixty carved green stone pillars featuring coiled dragons surround the plaza, 56 representing China's 56 ethnic groups, and four exquisitely carved dragon pillars stand at the four corners of the pagoda base, imbued with profound meaning. The bronze decorations of the Dongji Pagoda, crafted by Chinese arts and crafts master Zhu Bingren, are made entirely of copper, including the bronze tiles. They showcase the imagery and meaning of "Dragon Playing with the Eastern Pearl," seamlessly blending traditional cultural heritage with modern forms to create a timeless architectural masterpiece. The Dongji Pagoda is not only a major tourist attraction but also an important symbol of China's territorial integrity and sovereignty. Its unique geographical location and rich cultural significance attract countless visitors, making it a shining pearl in Northeast China. The completion of the Dongji Pagoda not only demonstrates China's status as a major power but also leaves a valuable cultural legacy and a permanent historical testament for future generations. ⏳Visit Time: Tickets are required to visit the island and cost 145 yuan. Plan for 2 to 3 hours to explore.

❤ Recommended reason: The Dongji Pagoda is the easternmost landmark in China, known as "The First Tower of the East." 👍 Top recommendation: The Dongji Pagoda is built in the architectural style of the Han and Tang dynasties. Centered around the pagoda, there are three sculptures: Kirin Offering Auspiciousness, Dongji Treasure Cauldron, and Divine Tortoise Exploring Water. The Dongji Pagoda is located in the center of Taiji Square. Through the pagoda gate tower, there are 12 dragon pillars symmetrically arranged on both sides of the guideway. The reliefs on the dragon pillars depict the evolution of the dragon's image over 5,000 years of Chinese history. 🌟 Highlights: Climb the Dongji Pagoda and look north to see the bustling Heilongjiang River, and look east to see Khabarovsk, the largest city in the Russian Far East. Using the Sino-Russian border post as a reference, the boundary line is clearly visible.

Heixiazi Island is not an island in the river, but a delta formed by alluvial deposits, with an area of about 335 square kilometers. Due to historical reasons, part of Heixiazi Island belongs to China, and part of it belongs to Russia. As part of the China-Russia border, Heixiazi Island has a special status in China-Russia relations, symbolizing the friendly exchanges between the two countries. 📍Location: Heixiazi Island Tourist Area, Heixiazi Island Town, Fuyuan City, Jiamusi City, Heilongjiang Province 💰Cost: CNY 145/person, including tickets and shuttle bus ⏰Opening hours: 7:00–14:30 (subject to the announcement of the scenic area on the day) ⏳Recommended duration: about 2–3 hours 🗺️Route: Take the shuttle bus from the visitor center to the scenic area via Wusu Bridge, first visit the Russian military camp site and Heixiazi Island Wetland Park, then go to and visit Dongji Pagoda, and finally go to and visit Heixiazi Island Secret Bear Park, and return to the visitor center after the tour 🏠Russian military camp site: Consisting of the main building, garage, power house, boiler room, etc., it shows the life and work of the Soviet army 🌿Heixiazi Island Wetland Park: Walk along the boardwalk, see the lush water plants, watch the birds dance, and feel the rhythm of nature in the natural oxygen bar 🗼Dongji Pagoda: The square in front of the pagoda is magnificent, and the pagoda has 9 floors, where you can climb up to see the distant wetlands and Russian ships and cities 🐻Heixiazi Island Secret Bear Park: You can observe black bears up close, watch them swim, walk, sleep, etc. If you like, you can also pay to feed them at the viewing platform 【Tips】 🌟The scenic area is a border area, and drones are prohibited 🌟Currently, self-driving is not allowed, and you need to take the shuttle bus to the island 🌟You need to walk to visit Heixiazi Island Wetland Park, which is divided into a large loop (1,600 meters) and a small loop (900 meters). It is recommended to take the small loop, as the scenery is similar and saves energy 🌟You can take the stairs/elevator to Dongji Pagoda. Whether the elevator is open and the highest floor that can be visited depends on the arrangement of the scenic area 🌟The way to visit Heixiazi Island Secret Bear Park is to take the shuttle bus. It is recommended to sit in the first row, as the view is better. The bus will stop at the viewing platform, where you can get off to visit, and return to the original bus after the visit 🌟Most of the tours in the scenic area are outdoors, so remember to take sun protection measures 🌟There is a restaurant in the scenic area, with a buffet of CNY 30/person, located in Heixiazi Island Secret Bear Park, which you will pass by after the tour

As time goes by, the winter of 2024 has quietly arrived, and the winter operation mode of Heixiazi Island Tourist Area has also been grandly opened! Looking back on October 14, 2008, it was a day of great historical significance. About 171 square kilometers of land on the west side of Heixiazi Island and its waters were officially assigned to China. Since then, a unique pattern of "two countries, one island" has been formed here. Heixiazi Island is like a bright pearl, relying on the unique ecological resources on the island, with the grand goal of building a "green ecological tourism island", it continues to bloom with charming brilliance. Now, the "Wetland Park", "Dongji Pagoda", "Exploring the Wild Bear Park" and other fascinating scenic spots have been built and opened here. When you walk into Heixiazi Island, you will find that it truly creates a good tour environment of "fish in the water, birds in the air, bears in the grass, and the whole island is a wetland scenery". If you missed the beauty of midsummer on Heixiazi Island, then don't miss this picturesque autumn and fairy-tale winter. The colorful scenery along the way, like a picture carefully drawn by nature, unfolds slowly in front of you. And the snow-covered Heixiazi Island is even more like a dreamy fairy tale world. The bears running in it seem to be the cute elves of this fairy tale kingdom, waiting for you to explore. Here, we release the winter tourism announcement of Heixiazi Island: 1. Ticket adjustment. In order to let tourists better enjoy the winter trip, the scenic spot waives the transfer car transportation fee and only charges the scenic spot ticket. The ticket for the Wetland Park is CNY 30/person, the ticket for the Dongji Pagoda is CNY 30/person, and the ticket for the Bear Park is CNY 60/person (including special vehicles in the free-range area - bear-watching vehicles). If you buy a joint ticket for three scenic spots, it only costs CNY 90/person, which is very affordable. 2. Preferential policies for specific groups. Elderly people aged 65 (including 65 years old) and above, active military personnel, retired military personnel, police, armed police, and disabled people can enjoy free tickets with valid certificates. If you visit the free-range area of the Bear Park, only CNY 30/person will be charged; children under 1.2 meters (including 1.2 meters) are free; Fuyuan residents can board the island with their valid ID card and will be charged CNY 20/person. 3. Adjustment of operation mode. The Wetland Park, Dongji Pagoda Courtyard, and Exploring the Wild Bear Park in Heixiazi Island Tourist Area are open to tourists. Tourists can drive to the island to enjoy the fun of free galloping. The ticket sales time is 8:30–14:00, and the opening time is 8:30–15:00. The online ticket purchase window has been closed, and the ticket office of the visitor center has been moved to the ticket office of the management station at the head of the Wusu Bridge. 4. Precautions for self-driving tours on the island in winter. Vehicles on the island should cooperate with the ticket office at the bridgehead to register information, visit according to the prescribed route, do not go to other areas, and strictly prohibit crossing the border. The speed limit of vehicles on the island is 80 km/h, and the road is slippery on snowy days, so be sure to slow down. There are many wild animals on the island, please pay attention to avoid them during driving, and leave the island before dark. Do not bring flammable, explosive, and other dangerous goods into the scenic area, and the whole island is prohibited from flying drones. At the same time, pay attention to keeping warm, visit in a civilized manner, protect the environment, and do not litter. Come on, dear friends, this winter, let's meet on Heixiazi Island and start an unforgettable dream trip!