The vibe in Harbin is electric as the city gears up to host the 9th Asian Winter Games starting February 7! ❄️🏆 The capital of northeast China's Heilongjiang Province is pulling out all the stops to make tourists feel right at home.
From the moment you land at Harbin Taiping International Airport, you'll see symbols of the Games everywhere. Downtown is decked out in full festive mode! 🎉 On the bustling Central Street, one of Harbin's main arteries, there's a massive flagship Asian Winter Games official store. Spanning 2,000 square meters, it's big enough to welcome over 800 shoppers at once! 🛍️
With around 1,500 types of products across 21 categories—think mascot figurines, cool decorations, trendy backpacks, and stylish clothes—there's something for everyone. The hottest items? Anything featuring the adorable mascots, Siberian tigers Binbin and Nini! 🐯❤️
But it's not just about shopping. Local students are stepping up as volunteers, eager to lend a hand. From guiding traffic and offering mobile phone charging stations to distributing hot water and hand warmers, they've got tourists covered. ☕🔥
Some volunteers shared with China Media Group (CMG) that they're stoked to make visitors' experiences in Harbin comfy and unforgettable. It's their way of contributing to the Games and soaking up the once-in-a-lifetime vibes! 🙌
If you're heading to Harbin for the Games, get ready for a warm welcome in this winter wonderland! 🌨️🌟
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Harbin ready to make tourists feel at home during Asian Winter Games
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