This winter, Harbin's major bathing centers are full of popularity, comparable to the Spring Festival. Tourists from the south rush to the bathing center with their suitcases in tow, wanting to get a glimpse of the bathing culture of the Northeast. These southern tourists are affectionately called "little potatoes" by netizens because they are not tall, like to wear light-colored down jackets and cute hats.
In addition to the bathing center, Harbin's ice and snow world, Hagia Sophia Cathedral, Central Street and other attractions are also favored by tourists. According to the big data of a tourism platform, the popularity of Harbin soared by 300% month-on-month, becoming the "top stream" of domestic travel destinations this winter. According to data from a homestay platform, the number of bookings for Harbin New Year's Day homestays increased by 27 times year-on-year.
In order to facilitate the travel of tourists, Harbin has extended the operating hours of buses and subways, and the ice and snow season will last until the end of March 2024. This initiative has received an enthusiastic response from tourists, who have said that Harbin's ice and snow season is a must-visit destination for them this winter.
Tourists from the south enjoy the unique charm of the Northeast bathing culture in the bathing center of Harbin. The bathing culture of the Northeast attracts tourists in its unique way. In the bathing center, visitors can experience the traditional Sauna of Northeast China, bath soaking, massage and other services, so that the body and mind can be completely relaxed. The decoration of the bathing center is also full of Tohoku characteristics, and the walls are full of paintings of ice and snow scenery, making people feel as if they are in the icy and snowy nature of Tohoku.
Harbin's ice and snow world has attracted the attention of a large number of tourists. This snow theme park is known for its spectacular ice sculptures and ice lantern shows. Visitors can feel the charm of snow and ice here, and enjoy the exquisite ice and snow sculptures. The ice lantern show brings visual enjoyment to people, making people feel as if they are in a fairytale world.
Saint Sophia Church and Central Avenue are also among the must-see attractions for tourists in Harbin. St. Sophia's Church is a landmark of Harbin, and its unique Russian style has attracted the attention of many tourists. Central Avenue is the commercial hub of Harbin, with a plethora of shops, restaurants and cafes where visitors can shop and dine.
The popularity of Harbin is not only reflected in the popularity of the attractions, but also in the growth of homestay bookings. More and more tourists choose to spend their holidays in Harbin's homestays and feel the warmth of home. According to data from Harbin's homestay platform, the number of homestay bookings during the New Year's Day increased by 27 times year-on-year, which shows the attractiveness of Harbin.
Harbin's ice and snow season will also last until the end of March 2024, giving visitors a longer time to appreciate and experience the beauty of ice and snow in Northeast China. Whether it's a bathing center, a snow world, or other attractions, Harbin offers visitors an unforgettable winter destination. Tourists from the south say that Harbin's ice and snow culture has made it their top travel destination this winter.