You have to visit Harbin at least once! Encounter a fairy tale world of ice and snow

Who would have thought! A -30℃ ice and snow fairy tale, from Russian romance to Korean ethnic fireworks, every frame is breathtakingly beautiful～Here’s a super practical guide, so you can dive in without any worries! 🎒Travel Essentials 1️⃣ Clothing: Quick-dry underwear + fleece + long waterproof down jacket, fleece-lined pants + ski pants, high-top anti-slip snow boots (one size bigger) + touchscreen gloves + ear protection hat 2️⃣ Accessories: Sunglasses (to prevent snow blindness), crampons, heat packs (for body + phone), thermos 3️⃣ Skincare: High-moisture cream + lip balm + face masks (the north is dry enough to crack your skin!) 4️⃣ Electronics: Power bank (battery drains fast in low temperatures) 🚗 Transportation Guide ✈️ Major transport: Fly into Harbin, out from Yanji, no backtracking, flights and high-speed trains are convenient 🚘 Intercity car rental: Highly recommended! Driving in snow is very dangerous, choose a legitimate 5-9 seat vehicle, driver familiar with snowy roads, carpool with 4 people costs about 100 RMB per person per day, flexible and worry-free 🚍 Scenic area transport: Taxis and buses are convenient in Harbin and Yanji, walking is the main way inside Snow Town 📅 Itinerary Overview 👉D1: Central Street → Saint Sophia Cathedral → Ice and Snow World → Stay in Harbin 👉D2: Harbin → Yabuli Ski Resort → Horse-drawn sled → Stay in Yabuli 👉D3: Yaxue Highway → Datudingzi Mountain → Ice and Snow Gallery → Stay in Snow Town 👉D4: Snow Town → Xueyun Street → Jingpo Lake Winter Fishing → Stay in Erdaobaihe 👉D5: Changbai Mountain Tianchi Lake → Green Pool → Hot Springs → Stay in Erdaobaihe 👉D6: Demon World Rafting → Yanji Folk Park → Popular Bullet Screen Wall → Stay in Yanji 👉D7: Yanji → Water Market → Return from Yanji/Harbin/Changchun 🏨 Accommodation Recommendations 🏡 Harbin: Near Central Street, walking distance to Saint Sophia Cathedral, very convenient for shopping and dining 🏡 Snow Town: Book a special kang bed-stove homestay 2 weeks in advance, choose newly renovated ones on Xueyun Street with private bathrooms for more comfort 🏡 Changbai Mountain: Erdaobaihe Town (cost-effective) or Wanda Resort (one-stop for skiing and hot springs) 🏡 Yanji: Homestays around Yanji University, right downstairs is the popular wall, lots of food options nearby 🍲 Food Recommendations 🍱 Harbin: Guo Bao Rou (sweet and sour pork), iron pot stewed goose, Madie’er popsicles (super refreshing in the cold) 🍱 Snow Town: Frozen pears (thaw in cold water to burst with juice), grilled little chicken, sticky bean buns 🍱 Changbai Mountain: Hot spring boiled eggs (jelly-like egg whites), Korean ethnic rice cakes 🍱 Yanji: Fengmao grilled skewers, Jeonju bibimbap, Shunji cold noodles, rice sausage at Water Market ⚠️ Notes 1. Warmth first! Protect head, hands, and feet especially. Snow Town and Changbai Mountain can reach -30℃, don’t skimp on heat packs 2. Ask prices before spending in Snow Town, avoid roadside low-price scams; choose official channels for car rentals to avoid illegal cars 3. Put cameras and phones in sealed bags before going indoors to prevent fogging and damage 4. If you have a weak stomach, Northeast dishes are hearty and salty, eat small amounts more frequently at first 5. Changbai Mountain Tianchi Lake opening depends on weather, check the scenic area announcements before departure This winter, let’s go to Northeast China for an ice and snow rendezvous together～ Snow falls on your shoulders, delicious food warms your heart, happiness maxed out!