The markets in the province are flourishing. Jilin is very strong in education and scientific research. There are 181 independent natural science institutions and 37 social science institutions, its optics, applied chemistry, solid physics, biological engineering, automobile research etc. are all in the lead in China. There are 42 colleges and universities in Jilin. Its average number of students ranks front row in China.
Movie industry occupies a decisive position.
In the whole country, literature, arts, culture and natural science, books, news, publishing, broadcasting television, sports etc. have enlivened and enriched the cultural life of the people in Jilin. Jilin is a beautiful and a charming place. There are lively and colorful ice carvings then. You must visit the Museum of the Former Palaces of the Last Emperor Pu Yi, which was used as sets in the movie The Last Emperor. Photographs of the emperor, his weddings, wives, parents and English teacher are on display.