Scenic spot introduction:

The old eight major buildings in Changchun are centered on the Geological Palace, which is the former site of the eight ruling institutions of the Puppet Manchukuo Kingdom. The architectural styles of each building in the eight major departments are different, integrating Western style into one, with both majestic buildings and courtyards with hanging flower arches. These buildings appear faintly among the bustling green trees on both sides of Xinmin Street, making the entire street elegant and clean.

Attractions distribution:

The old Eight Departments are located on Xinmin Street, including Ministry of Military Affairs (Ministry of Public Security), Ministry of Justice, Ministry of Economic Affairs, Ministry of Communications, Ministry of Agriculture, Ministry of Culture and Education, Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Ministry of People’s Livelihood were all founded by the last emperor Aisin Gioro Puyi. The Eight Departments, together with thePuppet Manchukuo State Council and Puppet Manchukuo Comprehensive Legal Office (judicial and prosecutorial organs), jointly gave an ordinary street a strong historical color.

Scenic spot features:

Visits, ancient visits, historical tours, architectural tours, monuments, architecture
Attraction Address
Travel Guide

Travel Notes of Travellers:

  • Travel Guide: Changchun Free Travel Four-Day Travel Guide 2018

travelling guideline:

Jiubabu is adjacent to Nanhu Park and visitors can visit it in one day.

Best time to visit:

All seasons

Shopping recommendations:

(Local specialties) ginseng, deer antlers, sable skins, Laomaosheng candy, wood carvings, Hu Ji Zhen different pickles, Ding Feng Zhen cakes, Dehui straw weaving.

(Special delicacies) Guilin Road snacks, eight Manchu bowls, Changchun Sauce Pork, frozen dumplings, hoof filaments, bacon pancakes, etc.

Tourist Transportation

Scenic spot location:

China>Jilin Province>Changchun City>Nanguan District

How to get there:

Bus route: You can take No. 238, 258, 267, or 367 and get off at Xinmin Street.

Scenic area map:

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Attraction Tickets

Ticket prices for the old eight major departments:

free

Scenic area opening hours:

All day

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