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China

Harbin / Cool Ice, Hot City

MeowScore 😸85/100
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🐈 Cats in the city 😸
☀️ Sun-soaked days 😼
🚗 Traffic density 😻
🔈 Noisiness 😸
📸 Views and Sightseeing 😸
🌳 Parks and greenery 😼
👮‍♂️ Safety 😸

Best month

January

Experience the magical Ice and Snow Festival at its peak.

january

Visit for Harbin's Ice and Snow Festival! (max. 20 words)

february

Celebrate Chinese New Year with beautiful ice sculptures. (max. 20 words)

march

Explore the frozen Songhua River before it thaws. (max. 20 words)

april

Experience the beautiful spring scenery of Sun Island Park. (max. 20 words)

may

Enjoy the warm weather and blooming cherry blossoms. (max. 20 words)

june

Watch the Dragon Boat Festival on the Songhua River. (max. 20 words)

july

Escape the heat with a visit to cool Ice and Snow World. (max. 20 words)

august

Witness an international music and art festival in the city. (max. 20 words)

september

Experience the traditional Northeastern cuisine festival. (max. 20 words)

october

Explore the colorful autumn foliage at Beilong Hot Springs. (max. 20 words)

november

See the beautiful rime ice on trees in the countryside. (max. 20 words)

december

Ski in the winter wonderland of Yabuli Ski Resort. (max. 20 words)

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Reasonable prices

Bigmac $?

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Harbin is moderately priced, with many affordable street food options and a range of prices for shopping. However, some tourist activities and luxury goods can be expensive.

Look for street food stands and local markets for affordable options. Bargain at markets and do research on prices before buying luxury items.

Usual visit duration

3-5 days

Harbin Ice and Snow Festival

Usual visit duration

3-5 days

Harbin Ice and Snow Festival

Main reason to visit Harbin, takes a few days to see all the ice sculptures and winter activities.

Tipping

0%

No tipping culture in Harbin

Tipping

0%

No tipping culture in Harbin

Cash is preferred, credit card can be used in some places. Splitting the bill is not common, everyone pays their own share.

internet situation

meh Speed

Slow internet speeds reported by locals

great Availability

Relatively stable and available most of the time

great Cellular

Good signal strength reported by users

Electric socket type A

Common in North and Central America, and Japan. Mind voltage difference, especially for Japan (100V).

CNY

1 CNY =
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biking possible

Bike lanes but heavy traffic

walkable -ish

Decent sidewalks but busy roads

LGBTQ hostile

Conservative attitude

A purrfect winter wonderland for adventurous cats who don't mind chilly paws and frosty whiskers.

You'll be feline fine exploring the ice sculptures, cat-tastic cuisine, and meow-nificent parks.

Things to do

The mainstream

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Sun Island
🐅
Siberian Tiger Park
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Central Street
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St. Sophia Cathedral
🌨️
Harbin Ice and Snow World

The mainstream

🌳
Sun Island

A beautiful island escape surrounded by nature that offers scenic catwalks and boat rides.

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🐅
Siberian Tiger Park

A chance to get up close and personal with these majestic big cats and learn about conservation efforts.

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🛍️
Central Street

A bustling pedestrian street with European-style buildings that caters to cat's love for food and shopping.

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⛪
St. Sophia Cathedral

A stunning Russian Orthodox church with architecture that's worth a paw-dropping visit.

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🌨️
Harbin Ice and Snow World

A winter wonderland of ice sculptures and snow activities that will leave any cat in awe.

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Off the beaten path

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Longta Tower
🎭
Harbin Grand Theatre
🎆
Zhaolin Park
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Harbin Ice and Snow World
🏞️
Sun Island

Off the beaten path

🐾
Longta Tower

A historic tower with a beautiful view of the city. A hidden gem for adventurous cats.

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🎭
Harbin Grand Theatre

A beautiful theatre with stunning architecture and performances. Perfect for cultured cats.

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🎆
Zhaolin Park

A stunning park with an ice lantern show in the winter. Perfect for cats who love ice and lights.

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❄️
Harbin Ice and Snow World

A winter wonderland with ice carvings and a magical atmosphere. A must-visit for cats who love snow and ice.

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🏞️
Sun Island

A beautiful island with a sculpture museum and stunning nature. Perfect for cats who love art and nature.

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biking possible

Bike lanes but heavy traffic

walkable -ish

Decent sidewalks but busy roads

LGBTQ hostile

Conservative attitude

Mindful meoweler tips

Harbin: A Winter Wonderland

Harbin is a cat's paradise in the winter! Meow-val at the Ice and Snow World, admire ice sculptures, and try hot and spicy stews. Don't forget to bring your warmest paw gear!

Celebrate the Chinese New Year in Harbin

Join the fun of Chinese New Year in the world's largest ice and snow festival. Highlights include fireworks, ice lantern exhibits, and traditional dragon and lion dance performances.

A Mix of Cultures

Harbin has a unique blend of Russian and Chinese influences. Don't miss the St. Sophia Cathedral, the Russian Orthodox Church, and the Central Avenue, all showcasing the city's intriguing history.

Useful external sites

www.icefestivalharbin.com

Harbin Ice and Snow World↗

Official website for the world-renowned winter attraction in Harbin featuring ice and snow sculptures

www.chinahighlights.com/harbin

Harbin Travel Guide↗

Comprehensive travel guide for Harbin including attractions, accommodations, and transportation

www.hrbhuang.com

Harbin Siberian Tiger Park↗

Official website for the Siberian Tiger Park in Harbin known for its conservation efforts and close-up encounters with tigers

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