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For these photos I specifically flew to Harbin once The temperature of minus 20 degrees is really chilling❄️ But Harbin is really really beautiful❤️ . 1️⃣Diamond Sea 2️⃣Ice and Snow World 3️⃣Saint Sophia Cathedral 4️⃣Music Corridor 5️⃣Harbin Pharmaceutical Factory Six 6️⃣Harbin South Station 7️⃣Central Street 8️⃣Harbin Grand Theater 9️⃣Songhua River Road Bridge . ✅Travel recommendation ✔️Harbin day trip D1: Red Brick Street morning market-Music Corridor-Diamond Sea-Ice and Snow World-Saint Sophia Cathedral-Central Street . ✔️Harbin two-day tour D1: Songhua River Railway Bridge-Music Corridor-Diamond Sea-Sophia Cathedral-Central Street D2: Ice and Snow World-Return . ✔️Harbin three-day tour D1: Songhua River Railway Bridge-Sophia Cathedral-Central Street D2: Diamond Sea-Music Corridor-Songhua River Railway Bridge-Harbin Pharmaceutical Factory Six-Harbin Grand Theater D3: Ice and Snow World-Return . 🏠Accommodation recommendation If you have a sufficient budget, you can live near Central Street, which is relatively close to various attractions If you want to save budget, you can live near the Jiangbei University City, where the subway is directly accessible and very convenient .

For the nostalgia of Harbin, Ice and Snow World! It is said that this year's Ice and Snow World covers an area of 810,000 square meters, with an ice construction area of 610,000 square meters, which will be the largest in history! The big slide has been fully upgraded, from 8 slides to 14! Prepare your strategy in advance! Hurry up and remember it, friends! ⏰Opening hours: Late December, every day 11:00-22:00. It is estimated that the lights will be turned on from 16:00 to 16:30. It is recommended to enter the park between 12-2 o'clock, you can take pictures of the Ice and Snow World under the sun, and you can watch the sunset after playing two projects at 4 o'clock. Transportation: 🚇Subway Line 2, Ice and Snow World Station Exit 3 🚌Bus 88, 125, 119, 126 🚕Take a taxi, not far from the city 👀Tourist projects: ❶Snowflake Ferris Wheel (120m high, overlooking the scenery on both sides of the river) ❷Extreme Big Slide (the deserved king of the queue, 500m long slide, experience the thrill of speed) ❸Dream Big Stage (Dance to the rhythm of MC Left and Right Brother) In addition, there are ice bikes, snow circles, ice performances, etc., which are very lively. 📸Share a few photo spots: ✔Take a picture of the Ferris wheel at the ice sculpture ✔Take a picture from the top of the slide ✔Central ice sculpture 👉🏻Dressing suggestions: The temperature in the park is a few degrees lower than outside, gloves, hats, ear bags, cotton shoes, cotton pants should be prepared to prevent frostbite! 👉🏻It is recommended to wear thermal underwear + thermal liner + down jacket + windproof warm pants + snow boots Prepare enough warm babies, both body and phone need. ❗️Other tips: ▼About warm clothing, because very warm clothing is needed, many people may not need it after playing, it is recommended to buy it at the local clothing wholesale market, the price is cheap and the key is very warm! ▼About eating, you must try Northeast iron pot stew, barbecue, spicy hot, Russian meal... The portion is very large! Affordable! Taste. ▼Candied haws and popsicles are not recommended to eat outdoors, they really can't bite. ▼About playing, Ice and Snow World first make an appointment for the slide and Ferris wheel, there are many people! In addition to the Ice and Snow World, you can also go to the Songhua River Ice Field to check in, which is very photogenic, 10 minutes drive from the Ice and Snow World, navigate to the Beach Tribe. ▼Don't miss Harbin Pharmaceutical Factory No. 6, Sofia Church, and Central Street.

I went to Harbin with a friend and played solidly for a week. It was so cold, but it was really beautiful. I have compiled some of my personal travel experiences for your reference. Travel Equipment Prepare a set of thermal underwear, thin velvet base long sleeves for outer wear, knee cotton pants, windproof and waterproof trousers, down jacket, wool sweater or high collar sweater, down jacket, snow boots, disposable slippers, sunglasses, scarf hat, ear muffs, plush gloves, lip balm, moisturizing and hydrating, masks, etc., power bank, warm baby, self-heating shoe pad, chocolate snacks, etc. Food Recommendations Sweet and sour pork, spicy hot pot, iron pot stew, rice bag, stuffed skin, sweet and sour pork loin, candied haws, three fresh ground, blood sausage, northern tofu brain, etc. The food in the Northeast is really a lot and the taste is very nice. The portion size there is really generous. Don't order too many portions at once. Wait for the dishes to come up. If it's not enough, order again. Refuse to waste. My Travel Route D1 Landing in Harbin (if you arrive early, you can go out to the Saint Sophia Cathedral, Central Street, Songhua River Railway Bridge) D2 Harbin-Yabuli Town (we experienced dog sledding, went to Yabuli Panda Pavilion to see pandas) D3 Yabuli-Snow Town-Erdaobaihe (experienced snowfield hiking, strolled around the Northeast Market on Snow Charm Street, ate Northeast candied haws (super delicious, there are many kinds), also went to experience skiing and snowmobiling, visited the Ten Mile Gallery, twisted the Northeast Yangko in the afternoon, and finally participated in the bonfire party and set off fireworks) D4 Changbai Mountain-Changbai Waterfall-Xiaotianchi (very lucky to see Tianchi, ate hot spring boiled eggs, soaked in hot springs to experience what is called ice and fire) D5 Changbai Mountain-Changchun 【Closing Pit Suggestions】 1. Goggles: can be used when skiing, other times wear sunglasses, see if there are rental goggles, it is not cost-effective to buy one specially, if you don't ski often, you don't need to buy one specially 2. Coat: can be rented at the foot of the mountain, depending on personal physique, if you are afraid of cold, sisters are advised to rent one (generally 50-100, need 100 deposit) I saw that there are also down jackets for rent, you can also rent, so you won't have the situation of buying one specially and then wearing it once and always staying in the closet 3. It is best to carry a water cup with you, the Northeast is very dry, drink more water, and also put a cup of water in front of the bed at night. About Group Tours I still think it's possible to join a group, the road conditions are all snowy mountain roads, very technical. The group includes hotel + tickets + business car + aerial photography, so my friend and I chartered a car, and did not encounter invisible compulsory consumption. As for accommodation, we stayed in a four-star hotel, and the team leader would not urge us to set off very early, and the most touching point is that you can tell the master to stop at any time on the road if you encounter a place you want to go, get off the car and play enough before going to the next place, the whole is very free. This time the Harbin small group really found the right one!! If you also want to join a group tour, be sure to look carefully and keep your eyes open, don't sign up for those low-price shopping groups!

Harbin's Diamond Sea is open again!!! When my friend came a few days ago, the Ice and Snow World was about to open, and the Diamond Sea, as their ice mining site, was temporarily closed for safety. The Ice and Snow World is now open, so the Diamond Sea is open to the public again! Standing on the frozen Songhua River, looking at the large piece of Diamond Sea in front of you, you really feel like you're in Iceland. Location: Beach Tribe. There are enthusiastic Harbin staff at the entrance to guide you, and you'll get there quickly if you go straight down. Transportation: There is a parking lot at the entrance, and it takes only twenty or thirty minutes to take a taxi from the city. Admission: FREE Travel route Safety issues: The Diamond Sea is now an official attraction, with a sign directly at the entrance, and staff at the entrance to guide you. It's definitely safe for tourists to enter, and the temperature in January is already below twenty degrees, so the ice is very solid. Don't worry too much, but if the weather warms up and the authorities don't let you in, don't go! 2 Because the sun sets in Harbin at three o'clock, the best shooting time is then. The sun shines on the ice blocks and it really shines! But because I was going to the Ice and Snow World in the afternoon, I went to the Diamond Sea at noon. The light is strong but you can still take pictures. 3 The Ice and Snow World is a ten-minute walk from here. If time permits, I suggest you play together, so you don't have to come twice. Precautions: You must wear more clothes. The weather in Harbin is really not a joke at minus twenty degrees! It's really cold! Warm baby, down jacket, hat, scarf, gloves, none can be less! It is recommended to buy a pair of gloves that can be used for taking pictures. Don't ask me why, I just didn't buy it and my hands were numb from the cold. Every time I press the shutter, I have to take off my gloves, but here you can't take off your gloves for half a minute!

By a stroke of luck, Harbin has become my No.1⃣️ station travel destination when I returned to the country. At that time, the temperature was only -10 degrees, and the enthusiasm of travel enthusiasts had already started activities on this land. But in fact, there are not many permanent attractions in the city, mainly centered on Central Street: Sophia Church, Songhua River, Red Brick Street Morning Market, etc. This winter is really too cold. I am determined to make every time I take out the camera a picture. Simply put, pull your photo/travel partner in to learn!. .🔸Bench by the church The bench at the front door: There will be light hitting here from 11:00-1:00 at noon; but there will also be many little sisters lining up here! The effect is a bit far-fetched at other times on the shady side. The bench at the side door: 3-4 o'clock sunset time, I didn't take this (because I had a fever hhh) 5 o'clock after the night view when the lights are on! 🔸Octagonal Pavilion Here you can take pictures of the frame through the arch perspective, you need to find more angles, there are closed stairs and so on here, you need to pay attention to safety. 🔸Sinkhole There is a sinkhole in front of the Octagonal Pavilion, which will be closer to the church, and there is almost sun all day. I chose to sit on it and take pictures! 🔸Front door Of course don't stand too close! A little farther away, the lens has a little upward angle + stretch your hand forward (to get a little lens distortion effect. .Half a year, I saw the Sophia Cathedral in Turkey and the Sophia Church in Harbin, which is a bit magical! Also reviewed the photography skills of my photo partner half a year later, I hope he can continue to work hard

Once winter comes, Harbin turns into a romantic ice city, Not just the Ice and Snow World, The Diamond Sea on the surface of the Songhua River is also worth looking forward to, It was once banned from entering, but now it is reopened for free, Those who want to go can rush, At sunrise or sunset, The ice blocks under the refraction of the sun are like shiny 💎 diamonds. - 📍Navigate to the 'Beach Tribe', after getting off the car, walk towards the river from the parking lot on one side, there will be no security guards to stop. ⏰Recently, a lot of little potatoes from the south have checked in at the Diamond Sea. If you want to avoid the crowd, try to go before 8:30 in the morning. The sunrise (7:00-8:00) and sunset (3:00-4:00) are very photogenic, and the backlight shooting is super beautiful. 📷Bring a drone, the Diamond Sea shot from the air is even more shocking. ❄️Be sure to keep warm, bring hats, gloves, scarves🧣, etc. 🥾Be careful when taking pictures, the ice surface under your feet is very slippery.

p1-5 Ice and Snow World p6 Saint Sophia Cathedral p7-9 Songhua River 👍Most recommended: It's suggested to stay near a subway station, 👎Least recommended: It's not recommended to stay on Central Street, Harbin is very popular this year, firstly, the accommodation on Central Street is seriously overpriced, secondly, it's crowded and hard to get a taxi & very congested

| If you can't go to Iceland, then come to Harbin. Harbin Travel | If you can't go to Iceland, then come to Harbin.🧊 "Accidentally stepping into a world of blue" If you can't make it to Iceland, you must visit Harbin to check in at the same kind of blue ice. These ice blocks are directly taken from the Songhua River, and a part of the ice harvested each year is sent to the Ice and Snow World to be made into various ice sculptures, while the remaining ice blocks are piled up here, forming a 'diamond beach', also known as the 'diamond sea'. Winter is Harbin's home ground, this diamond sea is the romance that belongs exclusively to Harbin, a city with a rich ice and snow atmosphere, making one feel as if they are in a fairy tale world. 🚗The main means of transportation to the diamond sea are by subway or taxi. It takes about an hour to get from the city center to the diamond sea, but it's worth mentioning that Harbin's subway station for the Ice and Snow World is also very characteristic, suitable for sisters to take photos and check in. After exiting the station, it is recommended to take a taxi to the Sand Beach Tribe, about one kilometer away from the Ice and Snow World. 📷:It is suggested to wear pure white or pure black for great photos! Definitely pay attention to keeping warm, it is recommended to be fully equipped with hats, gloves, and scarves. When I took photos, it was around two o'clock, and sisters can go to check in around three o'clock, just in time to catch the sunset. Although the weather wasn't very good that day, it had a different flavor. Make sure your power bank is fully charged, as mobile phones can easily freeze and shut down in Harbin's winter temperatures📵 ‼️Note: The ice surface will be very slippery, so be careful when walking, and it is not recommended to walk towards the center of the river. It is very dangerous if the ice is not solidly frozen. Taking photos by the river is also very photogenic, and it's completely sufficient for posting on social media, friends even thought I went to Iceland💞🥹

Harbin has rapeseed flowers? Yes! Harbin really has a sea of rapeseed flowers! Right near the city area! This is located on the Songhua River Embankment Road in Daowai District of Harbin City, adjacent to the Binjiang Wetland. There is a vast sea of rapeseed flowers next to the wetland! These rapeseed flowers grow in large areas by the water, and they should be wild. After careful identification, they are indeed rapeseed flowers! The rapeseed flowers are currently in full bloom, making it a great time to come for photography and check-ins! Tips: The sea of rapeseed flowers is spread across the entire Binjiang Wetland area, among which it is particularly concentrated in a place called 'Xijiatun'. It is a 20-minute drive from the city center, with the rapeseed flowers on the left side of the road. Parking here is very convenient, and the scenery is especially beautiful! Navigate to 'Xijiatun, Daowai District, Harbin City' to find it!

Bits of Info: The Songhua River Ice and Snow Happy Valley is the youngest theme park of the Harbin International Ice and Snow Sculpture Festival. The park was initially open to the public on January 5, 2011. Since then it is annually open in the same day and lasts about two months on the Songhua River. The Songhua River in winter is as bustling as a summer bathing beach. It's frozen hard with ice almost one meter thick, making it a great playground for all kinds of ice sports. One can go swimming, skating and ice sailing, or ride in ice junks or horse-drawn sleighs on the Songhua River in winter. When I was there, I was quite melancholic for I see families, couples, and group of friends. That time, my heart 🤍 froze but what can I do, I just have me, myself, and I. So, I just slid my sadness away! ❄️☃️ ❄️❄️❄️❄️❄️❄️❄️❄️❄️❄️ #roadtrip#bestislandtraveltowns#naturalwonders#urbanexplorer

Harbin, a city known as the 'Oriental Paris', is even more enchanting in winter, as if you've stepped into a magical fairy tale city of snow. I. Must-visit Attractions ❄ Ice and Snow World: The world's largest ice and snow landscape park, where ice sculptures and lights complement each other, intoxicating. ❄ Songhua River Snow Scenery: Stroll along the river and admire the magnificent snow-covered river, as if in a fairyland. ❄ Sophia Cathedral: The snow-covered cathedral is even more solemn in winter, a landmark of Harbin. ❄ Sun Island Ice Sculpture Art Museum: Art and ice sculpture blend together, showing the artistic charm of ice sculpture. ❄ Harbin Ice Lantern Art Museum: The pinnacle of ice and snow art, the lights are dazzling at night, and it's breathtaking. ❄ Snow Expo: The world-famous Harbin International Ice and Snow Festival, all kinds of exquisite snow and ice sculptures, breathtaking. ❄ Central Street: European architecture is even more charming in the snow, this street known as the 'First Street of the East' has many interesting shops and food. ❄ Harbin Railway Bureau Cultural Park: Railway culture and snow scenery are integrated, it's a good place to trace the history of Harbin. ❄ Ice and Snow Amusement Park: Suitable for family fun, there are various ice amusement facilities, allowing you to release your childlike heart. ❄ Snow Town: Although it's some distance from Harbin, the snow houses in Snow Town are an excellent place in winter. 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Comprehensive Information on Attractions ❄ Ice and Snow World Ticket: Priced according to specific activities Opening hours: From the end of December to the end of February each year Recommended visit time: Better at night Transportation: Bus or taxi One-sentence comment: A feast of ice and snow art, amazing. ❄ Songhua River Snow Scenery Ticket: Free Opening hours: All day Recommended visit time: Daytime Transportation: Walk or bus One-sentence comment: The river is dressed in silver, like a poem and a painting. ❄ Sophia Cathedral Ticket: Free Opening hours: 8:00 - 17:00 Recommended visit time: Daytime Transportation: Bus or taxi One-sentence comment: The church in the snow, like a fairy tale world. ❄ Sun Island Ice Sculpture Art Museum Ticket: Priced according to specific activities Opening hours: All day Recommended visit time: Daytime Transportation: Bus or taxi One-sentence comment: The perfect combination of ice sculpture and art. ❄ Harbin Ice Lantern Art Museum Ticket: Priced according to specific activities Opening hours: From the end of December to the end of February each year Recommended visit time: Better at night Transportation: Bus or taxi One-sentence comment: The treasure of ice lantern art. (Continue to list the information of other attractions) III. Best Time to Visit The best time to visit Harbin in winter is from the end of December to the end of February the following year. This period is the peak of the Harbin Ice and Snow Festival, with all kinds of ice sculptures, snow sculptures, light shows and other wonderful activities. In this season, you will be able to feel the unique charm of Harbin in winter. IV. Travel Route Guide ❄ Day 1: Ice and Snow World and Songhua River Snow Scenery Morning: Ice and Snow World Noon: Taste local winter food Afternoon: Songhua River Snow Scenery Evening: Night tour of Central Street ❄ Day 2: Sun Island Ice Sculpture Art Museum and Harbin Ice Lantern Art Museum Morning: Sun Island Ice Sculpture Art Museum Noon: Taste winter food Afternoon: Harbin Ice Lantern Art Museum Evening: Participate in Snow Expo activities Day 3: Sun Island Ice Sculpture Art Museum and Harbin Ice Lantern Art Museum Morning: Sun Island Ice Sculpture Art Museum Noon: Taste winter food Afternoon: Harbin Ice Lantern Art Museum Evening: Participate in Snow Expo activities Day 4: Central Street and Harbin Railway Bureau Cultural Park Morning: Stroll on Central Street, taste European style Noon: Try the special snacks on Central Street Afternoon: Harbin Railway Bureau Cultural Park, learn about the railway history of Harbin Evening: Feel the unique charm of winter on Central Street Day 5: Snow Town Adventure Morning: Go to Snow Town Noon: Taste local food Afternoon: Visit the snow houses in Snow Town Evening: Enjoy the night view of Snow Town and experience the beauty of ice and snow V. Local Food Don't miss the winter food in Harbin, including: Candied haws Madieer ice cream Harbin sausage Old Northeast sauerkraut stewed vermicelli Northeast big board Ice and snow food in Ice and Snow World VI. Travel Preparation 🪪 Documents: Please be sure to bring your ID card when you travel. 🧳 Luggage: In winter, bring warm clothes, keep warm and moisturize. 🧴 Toiletries: Sunscreen, lip balm and other protective items. 💊 Medicine: Cold medicine, cold medicine and other common medicines. 👔🎩 Other: Heavy winter clothing, gloves, hats, umbrellas, etc. VII. Transportation Guide ✈ Plane: Harbin Taiping International Airport is the main aviation hub, with flights from all over. 🚄 Train: Harbin Station and Harbin West Station are two main train stations, with many high-speed trains and ordinary trains. 🚗 Car: You can enter Harbin via highways and national highways. 🚢 Boat: There are ice and snow cruise ships on the river in Harbin, where you can enjoy the snow scenery along the river. VIII. City Transportation 🚌 Bus: Harbin has a developed bus system that covers major attractions. 🚕 Taxi: There are taxi services in the city for convenient travel. 🚗 Self-driving: Be cautious when driving in winter, understand the local road conditions. IX. Accommodation Recommendation There are many accommodation options in the center of Harbin and around various scenic spots. You can choose the appropriate hotel according to your personal preferences and budget. X. Pitfall Guide ⚠ Please keep warm when outdoor activities, wear non-slip shoes. ⚠ When going to the ice surface activities, please follow the safety regulations and walk carefully. ⚠ Sun protection and moisturizing are equally important, pay attention to protect your skin.

1️⃣The average outdoor temperature in Harbin is -20 degrees, pay attention to keep warm, the ground will freeze, pay attention to anti-skid 2️⃣The indoor heating in Harbin is quite sufficient, you will take off your coat when you enter the door, and the air will be relatively dry 3️⃣Ice and Snow World has been fully opened, it is recommended to arrive around eight in the morning, the scenic area opens at 11 in the morning, there will be many people in line, if you want to ride the Ferris wheel🎡, the big slide, rush into the scenic area! The night view at night🌃 is very shocking 📷The photos are very good, you can also bounce with Zuo You brother💃, you will be very tired after playing for a day, you can rent a snow ring, both adults and children can play! 4️⃣ Songhua River Carnival There are many ice amusement facilities, don't queue up on the east side‼️The closer to the west, the fewer people 5️⃣Harbin sunset can be seen around four in the afternoon, it is recommended to prepare in advance for those who want to take pictures 🚗Transportation: 🉑Choose to travel by charter, one-stop service 🎒Travel preparation: Hat🧢Gloves🧤Scarf🧣Mask Thermos🍵 Fleece pants Thick autumn clothes and trousers Snow boots 🥾Power bank Warm baby 🗺️Travel route: Day1 Nationwide✈️Harbin Day2 Harbin morning market—Ice and Snow World—Northeast BBQ🍖 (any one is delicious) Day3 Sports Park—Net Red Big Snowman☃️—Madieer Restaurant— Central Street—Songhua River—Authentic Northeastern Cuisine Day4 Northeast Sauerkraut Dumplings— Northeast Tiger Park🐯— Sun Island Scenic Area—Chinese Baroque—Iron Pot Stew Day5 Harbin✈️Nationwide