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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.

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

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!

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.

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, known as the Ice City of the East🌨❄, is famous for its unique ice and snow landscape and rich historical culture🌟. On this magical land, nature and humans have jointly composed a magnificent chapter🎵. Feast of Ice and Snow Wonders The winter in Harbin is a feast of ice and snow wonders🎉. Walking along the Songhua River, you will be shocked by the ice sculptures⛄ and snow scenes in front of you😮. Sun Island Scenic Area is a good place to watch ice and snow sculpture art🌈, where the ice sculptures are of various shapes, crystal clear, like dazzling gems💎. In the Ice and Snow World, you can appreciate world-class ice and snow architecture🏰 and sculpture🗿, and experience the magical charm of winter✨. European-style Cityscape Harbin is a city full of European style🏛, and Central Street is the historical witness of this city📜. Walking on this century-old street, you can appreciate the exotic architectural group🏢, feel the thickness of history and the blend of cultures🌍. The Sofia Cathedral is one of the landmarks of Harbin🏰, it has witnessed the historical changes of this city🌅. In addition, there are attractions such as the Russian Style Town🏞, which make you feel as if you are in a European town🏡. Treasure of Natural Landscape In addition to the city's prosperity🌆 and historical precipitation📜, Harbin also has many treasures of natural landscapes💎. Sun Island🌳, Hulan River🌊 and other scenic spots are beautiful, and are good places to relax🧘‍♀. Here, you can get close to nature🌿, feel the tranquility and beauty of mountains and rivers🏞. Blend of History and Modernity Harbin is a vibrant modern city🏙, and also a city with a long history🏛. During your trip to Harbin, you can feel the unique charm of this city✨: the ancient cultural heritage🏺 and the modern cityscape🏢 blend with each other, providing tourists with an unforgettable visual feast👀. Conclusion The trip to Harbin is an unforgettable experience🌟, whether it's the spectacular ice and snow wonders❄, the European-style cityscape🏛, or the treasure of natural landscapes💎, it's unforgettable💖. In addition, visiting the former site of the Japanese Army's 731 troops is a profound historical education📚, reminding us to remember history📜 and cherish peace🕊. In this beautiful city✨, you can feel the perfect integration of history and modernity🌆, nature and humanities🌳, which deeply purifies and sublimates the soul💖.

This year, Harbin has really shown its strength! This city, filled with the enchantment of ice and snow, has given us so many surprises this year! If you're still hesitating about whether to come and play, all I can say is: don't hesitate haha! This time, the local natives have organized 10 fun and photogenic places within Harbin city for the lovely potatoes, all within the city and conveniently close for visiting. ① Ice and Snow World Directly travel to the real world of Frozen, so beautiful and spectacular! If you want to experience the thrill, you can also try a big slide, and at night feel the passion of a disco with thousands of people. ② Sophia Church On a snowy day, it feels like instantly traveling to the streets of Europe, an incomparable feeling! As night falls, it adds a mysterious touch like Hogwarts. ③ Central Street The soul of this city. This historic street, with buildings on both sides that possess both Eastern elegance and Western romance, they tell the history and culture of Harbin. ④ Music Corridor The adorable snowmen that went viral are all here! At the same time, this is a European-style building, as if you've gone to Europe. ⑤ Sun Island Snow Expo At the entrance, there's a cute and silly big snowman, and inside there are various snow sculpture artworks that dazzle the eyes. There are also attractions to enjoy. ⑥ Window of Eurasia A niche park, great for photos, Harbin's little Disney. ⑦ Bund Dock You can take a free photo with a big snowman, or buy a ticket to experience motorcycle drifting and big slides. ⑧ Songhua River Railway Bridge A century-old railway bridge, the sunset by the river in the evening is super beautiful for photos. ⑨ Polar Park The adorable penguins 🐧 can be cuddled up close, which is really healing. There are also beluga performances and dolphin 🐬 shows. ⑩ Harbin Pharmaceutical Factory No. 6 In a second, travel to the Louvre in Paris, it really feels like walking in Europe. Travel Tips: 🌈Remember to wear thick clothes and a hat, and take good warming measures Photo outfit: warm vest + warm clothes + warm baby + sweater + coat + down jacket; for the lower body choose thick fleece leggings + fleece-lined pants; for shoes choose fleece socks + heated insoles + snow boots; and match with a hat, gloves, scarf, and mask. 🌈Plan your route the day before, it starts getting dark around 3:30 pm, so be aware of the sunset time. 🌈Bring a power bank and warm baby when going out, as the outdoor temperature is low, and your 📱 may run out of battery easily.

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

Take beautiful photos, eat delicious food, and experience the charm of the ice and snow city❄ ✨About the hotel: It is recommended to stay near Central Street It is the center of the attractions, convenient for eating, drinking and playing ✨About food: Barbecue, Northeastern cuisine, iron pot stew, frozen pear, sticky bean bag Grilled cold noodles, egg burgers, Madier popsicles ✨About outfit: Scarves, hats and gloves are essential Be sure to wear a long down jacket, short ones really can't stand it Recommend wearing pants with more than 800 grams of velvet or two pairs of pants ✨Harbin travel tips: 1⃣Mobile phones will freeze and shut down or quickly lose power in extremely cold conditions Carry a power bank and mobile phone warm stickers with you 2⃣Prepare tools such as selfie sticks and tripods when taking pictures Can't hold on for more than 5 minutes with bare hands, hands start to numb 3⃣Don't arrange too many attractions every day 🤩Day1 1⃣Saint Sophia Cathedral, the landmark building of Harbin must come 2⃣Daoli vegetable market, it's very warm indoors, grilled cold noodles and fried cakes are so delicious 3⃣Harbin Pharmaceutical Factory No. 6, European-style buildings feel like being abroad, great for photos!! 4⃣Baroque style street, the retro romantic street is worth a visit 5⃣Songhua River Railway Bridge, you must come here to watch a sunset 6⃣Central Street, shopping during the day and night will have different experiences 🤩Day2 1⃣Hongzhuan Street morning market, come to catch the Northeast morning market from 6:00-9:00, delicious and cheap 2⃣Deer Fish Coffee, on Central Street, a Christmas tree full of atmosphere 3⃣Your neighbor, the little bear tree at the entrance of this Korean restaurant is too cute 4⃣Harbin Station, the Hogwarts Northeast branch full of magical atmosphere 5⃣Frozen Rose, come to see the romantic winter frozen rose 🤩Day3 1⃣Music Corridor, the cute limited edition snowman is back⛄ 2⃣Ice and Snow World 3⃣Lanting Shuihui, come and experience the bathing culture of the Northeast 4⃣Barbecue, Northeast barbecue is so delicious~

🌊Diamond Sea | Harbin's winter miracle, a blue ice feast on the Songhua River!💎 Finally set foot on this magical land of Harbin, and encountered a dreamlike diamond sea. The ice blocks on the Songhua River are neatly arranged, like blue diamonds, shining under the sun, making people feel as if they are in a fairy tale world. 📍Navigation: Beach Tribe There are now managers at the entrance, you can walk in from the road next to it, about 500 meters later, you can reach the river along the path, and appreciate this beautiful ice block. 📌Best viewing time: It is recommended to arrive at around three o'clock, you can appreciate the blue ice during the day, and around three and a half, the sun begins to set, you can capture the diamond sea under the sunset, dreamy and beautiful.

Harbin's Evening | The Banks of the Songhua River as Winter Departs and Spring Arrives Winter has passed, and can spring be far behind? Despite it being March, Harbin is still very cold, and the frozen surface of the Songhua River will take almost another month to completely thaw. The longing for spring has never ceased. The banks of the Songhua River are still beautiful at dusk, with the sunset glow being the most beautiful scenery. When the ice and snow melt away, it will be a different scene of sparkling waves.