Harbin's Winter Wonderland Brings Fresh Thrills and Chills! ❄️⛄
As winter wraps the city in a blanket of snow, Harbin—the capital of northeast China's Heilongjiang Province—is turning up the heat with its booming ice and snow tourism! 🔥
Last winter, Harbin welcomed over 87 million visitors—that's like the entire population of Germany flocking to one city! 😮 Tourism revenue skyrocketed by 500% to a whopping 124.8 billion yuan ($17.3 billion). Cha-ching! 🤑
This year, the city's cooler than ever! With the upcoming 2025 Harbin Asian Winter Games and epic winter-themed travel options, everyone's itching to join the fun. Spring Festival hotel bookings are up by 76% compared to last year, according to Chinese travel platform Qunar. Talk about a hot ticket! 🎫
All Aboard the Snow Express! 🚂❄️
To keep up with the frosty frenzy, new winter-themed train routes are rolling out. The K974 ice and snow-themed train, launched by China Railway Nanchang Group, now connects Xiamen and Harbin. So, southern snow seekers can hop aboard and dive into the winter magic! ✨
But wait, there's more! The K5197 ice and snow travel photography train is jazzing things up with specially designed cabins offering studio photoshoots on-the-go. Say cheese! 📸 This unique experience is a hit, especially among the young at heart.
\"I am 72 years old this year. I came here to experience this tourist train and the travel photography service, and it has been a wonderful surprise,\" shared Jin Yue, a traveler from Liaoning Province.
So, whether you're a thrill-seeker, a photo enthusiast, or just looking to chill (literally!), Harbin's got something cool for you. Pack your bags, bundle up, and get ready to make some icy memories! 🧣🎿
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Harbin's winter tourism booms with new experiences, upgraded services
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