Harbin
China · Heilongjiang · 145 m
Description
Harbin (哈尔滨) is the largest city in northeastern China and the capital of Heilongjiang Province. The metropolis is best known for the Harbin International Ice and Snow Festival, the world's largest ice and snow festival, its Russian and European-influenced architecture, and its long, snowy winters. Landmarks such as Saint Sophia Cathedral and Zhongyang Pedestrian Street reflect the city's historic role as a major hub of the Chinese Eastern Railway. Harbin combines Chinese and Russian cultural influences with modern urban development and is widely regarded as China's “Ice City” and the country's premier winter travel destination.
Length of stay
Recommended length of stay: 2 to 4 days (optimal 3 days)
Travel season
Best time to visit: December – February
- Jan
- Feb
- Mar
- Apr
- May
- Jun
- Jul
- Aug
- Sep
- Oct
- Nov
- Dec
Highlights
- Harbin Ice and Snow World (December - February)
- Saint Sophia Cathedral
- Zhongyang Pedestrian Street
- Harbin International Ice and Snow Sculpture Festival (December - February)
- Sun Island Snow Sculpture Art Expo (December - February)
- Songhua River Ice Activities (December - February)
- Siberian Tiger Park
- Dragon Tower
- Harbin Polarland
- Sun Island Scenic Area
- Stalin Park
- Flood Control Monument
- Songhua River Cableway
- Harbin Grand Theatre
- Volga Manor
- Unit 731 Museum
- Jile Temple
- Northeast Tiger Forest Zoo
- Yabuli Ski Resort(Day trip)
Getting there
- Airports:
- HRB
- Train stations:
- Harbin Railway Station