Moscow of the East, Little Paris of the East - Harbin
Harbin, a city full of ice and snow charm, attracts countless tourists to visit, whether it is the Ice and Snow World in winter or the Songhua River in summer. Here is a detailed guide to Harbin, hoping to help you with your trip.
**I. Must-see attractions**
1. **Saint Sophia Cathedral**
- The church at night is particularly charming under the light, making it a great place to take photos.
2. **European-style architecture area**
- With a hundred years of history of European-style architecture, walking in it is like being in a foreign country.
3. **Songhua River**
- Built along the river, the interior is in the style of Russian classical architecture, and is a landmark shooting location in Harbin at night.
4. **Ice and Snow World**
- The winter ice and snow wonderland, it is recommended to play the big slide first, then experience the Ferris wheel, and enjoy the fairy tale-like sunset of ice and snow.
5. **Sun Island**
- Suitable for a full day of play, it is recommended to play for 3-4 hours, and go early to avoid the peak of the crowd.
6. **Volga Manor**
- Russian-style manor, you can ride horses for sightseeing, and take a cruise on the ancient sailboat in Poseidon Bay.
7. **Northeast Tiger Forest Park**
- A large cat breeding base, you can observe the life scenes of Siberian tigers up close.
**II. Food recommendations**
1. **Roadside Grilled Beef (Aijian Store)**
- The beef is grilled to a crispy outside and tender inside, with a fragrant aroma.
2. **Golden Time Russian Restaurant (Central Street Store)**
- Classic Russian dishes are unforgettable.
3. **Lao Chang Spring Pancake (Central Street Store)**
- The spring pancake is as thin as paper, rolled with various vegetables, and is a specialty food in Harbin.
4. **Tadao's Western Restaurant (Central Street Store)**
- A century-old restaurant with a deep heritage, Russian-style western food is quite distinctive.
**III. Accommodation suggestions**
1. **Near Central Street**
- Central Street is a bustling area in Harbin, with many high-cost performance accommodation options nearby, such as Puyuan Hotel, Jin'an Meihau International Apartment, etc.
2. **Songhua River**
- Choose accommodation near the Songhua River to enjoy the magnificent river view.
**IV. Travel tips**
- **Transportation**: Harbin's public transportation system is very convenient, you can plan your itinerary in advance to ensure a smooth trip.
- **Photography**: Each attraction has a unique photo background, so bring a camera or phone to capture the beautiful moments.
- **Weather**: Harbin is cold in winter, so please take warm measures before traveling.
I hope this guide will add more fun to your trip to Harbin! During the trip, please pay attention to safety and respect local customs. Have a nice trip!