As temperatures plunge to -25°C, Harbin’s Ice and Snow World has once again transformed the capital of Heilongjiang Province into a luminous winter wonderland, drawing over 2 million visitors since its January 2026 opening. This year’s edition features a 40-meter-tall ice replica of the Great Wall illuminated by AI-powered LED systems, alongside a 500-meter ice slide dubbed "Dragon’s Descent" and nightly performances blending Uygur folk dances with holographic storytelling.
Local artisans, using ice harvested from the frozen Songhua River, have crafted intricate sculptures reflecting both traditional Lunar New Year motifs and futuristic architectural designs. The park’s economic impact is substantial, with hotel occupancy rates in the Chinese mainland’s northeastern region hitting 98% during peak weekends, according to provincial tourism data.
For global travelers, Harbin offers visa-free transit policies extended through March 2026, while overseas investors eye opportunities in the region’s growing winter sports infrastructure ahead of the 2027 Asian Winter Games.
