🌨️ Winter is here, and Harbin is turning into the ultimate snow paradise! Located in northeast China's Heilongjiang Province, this city is attracting adventurers from all over with its epic ice and snow activities. Whether you're into ice sculpting festivals or gliding down snowy slopes, Harbin's got you covered! ⛄❄️
Last winter was off the charts! Harbin welcomed over 87 million tourists—that's a 300% jump from the previous year! Tourism revenue skyrocketed by 500%, hitting a whopping 124.8 billion yuan ($17.3 billion). Talk about a snow-fueled economic boom! 💰⛷️
This year, the buzz is even bigger. During the Spring Festival, hotel bookings shot up by 76% compared to last year, according to Chinese travel platform Qunar. With the 2025 Harbin Asian Winter Games on the horizon and cool new winter-themed adventures, everyone wants a piece of the action! 🎿🏂
All Aboard the Snow Express! 🚂❄️
To make your snowy dreams more accessible, Harbin rolled out some awesome winter-themed train routes. The K974 ice and snow-themed train, launched by China Railway Nanchang Group, now zooms between Xiamen and Harbin, connecting the south to the snowy north like never before! 🗺️🚄
But wait, there's more! The K5197 ice and snow travel photography train is turning heads with its super cool studio cabins. Imagine capturing insta-worthy shots right on the train—grandma and grandpa are loving it! 📸👵👴
\"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,\" said Jin Yue from Liaoning Province. Talk about aging like fine wine! 🍷✨
So grab your warmest coat and get ready to dive into Harbin's winter wonderland. Whether you're a thrill-seeker, a culture enthusiast, or just looking for that perfect snow selfie, Harbin is the place to be this season! ❄️📷
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Harbin's winter tourism booms with new experiences, upgraded services
cgtn.com
