Chagan Lake Winter Festival Sets Record with $238K ‘First Fish’ Auction
Chagan Lake’s 24th winter festival opens with a record-breaking 1.7M yuan fish auction, celebrating tradition and funding ecological protection in Jilin Province.
Winter Tourism
Harbin Unveils World’s Largest Ice-and-Snow Theme Park
Harbin’s 2026 Ice and Snow World, the world’s largest ice-and-snow theme park, blends technology and culture to draw record global visitors while boosting regional tourism.
Xinjiang’s Ski Resorts Fuel $28.6B Winter Economy by 2030
Xinjiang’s ski resorts drive a booming winter economy, targeting $28.6B by 2030 through innovative ‘snow +’ strategies and unique desert skiing experiences.
Global Mayors Explore Harbin’s Innovation and Culture at 2026 Dialogue
Harbin hosts international mayors’ dialogue focusing on cold-climate urban innovation, cultural exchange, and sustainable winter tourism strategies.
Songyuan’s Ice Fishing Festival Draws Global Winter Tourism Spotlight
Jilin’s Songyuan City launches 24th annual ice fishing festival, blending ancient traditions with expanded winter sports and cultural experiences through March 2026.
Mount Fanjing’s Winter Rime Captivates Visitors in 2026
Guizhou’s Mount Fanjing dazzles with rare rime ice formations in early 2026, blending natural wonder with cultural significance.
Chagan Lake Winter Spectacle Kicks Off 2026 with Ice Fishing Festival
Jilin Province’s Chagan Lake launches its 24th winter fishing festival on January 8, merging ancient traditions with new ice-snow attractions in 2026.
Harbin’s Frost-Proof Robot Idols Steal the Spotlight in 2026
China’s Harbin Ice and Snow World captivates visitors with a frost-resistant robot dance troupe, blending cutting-edge tech with winter tourism in 2026.
North China’s Winter Tourism Surges as Ski Resorts Expand Offerings
Tianjin’s Jizhou International Ski Resort reports record New Year holiday visitors, expanding facilities to meet booming demand for winter sports in north China.
Harbin Hosts 18th International Collegiate Snow Sculpture Contest
46 global university teams compete in Harbin’s annual snow sculpture contest, blending art and cultural exchange under subzero conditions.
Chongqing Trees Don Colorful Sweaters to Brighten Winter Landscape
Chongqing’s creative winter tree sweaters blend art and practicality, drawing visitors and sparking conversations about urban innovation.
Winter Wonder: Hukou Waterfall’s Snowy Spectacle in 2026
Hukou Waterfall’s winter transformation showcases nature’s power as snow meets roaring currents. Experts explain the science behind the frozen banks and surging falls.
Harbin’s ‘Rose Icefall’ Captivates Visitors in 2026 Winter Season
Harbin’s 2026 Ice and Snow World dazzles with the ‘Rose Icefall,’ a 15-meter winter wonder blending art and nature, driving tourism growth in Northeast China.
Hukou Waterfall’s New Year Snowscape Draws Record Crowds in 2026
Heavy snowfall transformed Hukou Waterfall into a winter wonderland during China’s 2026 New Year holiday, attracting thousands with icy cliffs and rainbows over roaring waters.
Harbin’s 2026 Ice and Snow World Breaks Records as Global Winter Destination
The 27th Harbin Ice and Snow World, now the largest in its history, combines cutting-edge technology with cultural showcases, driving winter tourism growth in northeast China.
Harbin’s Sun Island Snow Expo Unveils 2025 Winter Wonderland
Harbin’s 38th Sun Island Snow Sculpture Expo opens, showcasing massive snow art and boosting winter tourism in Northeast Asia.
China’s Snow Town Transforms into Winter Fairy Tale with Iconic ‘Mushroom Houses’
Northeast China’s Snow Town captivates visitors with iconic snow-covered ‘mushroom houses’ and enchanting winter landscapes, boosting regional tourism in 2025.
Winter Wonderland: Rime Ice Transforms Xiling Snow Mountain into Ethereal Paradise
Xiling Snow Mountain in Sichuan dazzles with rare rime ice formations, drawing tourists and scientists to its winter wonderland this December.
Inner Mongolia’s Ice Floating Thrives in -40°C Winter Wonderland
Inner Mongolia’s extreme -40°C winters fuel a booming ice floating tourism sector, blending Arctic-inspired adventure with traditional Mongolian culture.
Harbin’s 26-Meter ‘Fuwa’ Snowman Becomes Winter Tourism Icon
Harbin’s 26-meter ‘Fuwa’ snowman debuts as a cultural symbol, boosting winter tourism and economic prospects in Northeast China.