
Harbin Gears Up for Winter Tourism Boom with Ice Festival Revival
Harbin is preparing for a winter tourism boom as the iconic ice festival returns. The ice and snow economy is bringing prosperity to China’s ‘ice city.’
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Harbin is preparing for a winter tourism boom as the iconic ice festival returns. The ice and snow economy is bringing prosperity to China’s ‘ice city.’
Harbin introduces ‘Mr Snowman,’ a 20-meter-tall snowman on Sun Island, inviting tourists worldwide to experience its enchanting ice and snow attractions.
Harbin’s Ice and Snow World expands with 10 new ice slides, totaling 24. Fancier ice sculptures and ready venues for the Asian Winter Games await visitors this winter.
Standing at 20 meters tall on Harbin’s Sun Island, “Mr. Snowman” invites tourists worldwide to experience an icy wonderland. Crafted from 4,000 cubic meters of snow, this giant welcomes all with open arms.
Harbin’s colossal ‘Mr. Snowman,’ standing 20 meters tall on Sun Island, extends a warm welcome to tourists worldwide, inviting them to enjoy an unforgettable ice and snow rendezvous.
Harbin unveils ‘Mr. Snowman,’ a 20-meter-tall snow giant welcoming tourists worldwide to its icy wonderland.
A colossal 20-meter-tall “Mr. Snowman” on Harbin’s Sun Island invites tourists worldwide to experience the city’s enchanting ice and snow festival.
Harbin’s 20-meter tall “Mr. Snowman” on Sun Island welcomes tourists worldwide, inviting them to enjoy an unforgettable ice and snow rendezvous.
Harbin unveils the “Legendary Sacred Flame”, a snow sculpture crafted for the 2025 Asian Winter Games, embodying the spirit of the upcoming event.
As the 37th Harbin Sun Island International Snow Sculpture Art Expo nears, ‘Mr. Snowman’ debuts, captivating visitors at Harbin Sun Island Scenic Area with over 260 snow sculptures and winter activities.
China unveils plans to enhance ice-and-snow tourism in the northeastern region, extending visa-free transit in Harbin and promoting winter attractions to domestic and international visitors.
Harbin’s Central Avenue is serving up a sweet revolution as traditional tanghulu expands beyond fruits to include candied king crabs, vegetables, and more, delighting visitors with innovative flavors.
Harbin City in northeast China is elevating its winter tourism by expanding the famed Ice-Snow World to one million square meters, attracting more visitors and invigorating the seasonal economy.
Bird experts confirm the rare sighting of a North American American Robin in Harbin, marking one of the few records of this species in China.
Harbin, known as China’s Ice City, will host the 9th Asian Winter Games from February 7 to 14, bringing the event back since 1996. The 100-day countdown unveiled the torch, medals, and anthem.
China is set to send over 170 athletes to compete in all events at the 2025 Asian Winter Games in Harbin, with more than 1,500 athletes from 34 countries and regions participating.
Harbin City will host a three-day SCO ice hockey tournament from Saturday, featuring teams from China, Russia, Kyrgyzstan, and Kazakhstan, highlighting regional sports cooperation.
An ice hockey tournament among SCO members, including China, Russia, Kyrgyzstan, and Kazakhstan, kicks off in Harbin City, showcasing regional cooperation through winter sports.
Discover how photographer Shi Jiwei brings visitors’ fairytale dreams to life in Harbin’s winter wonderland.