Skiing resorts in Heilongjiang

Updated: Jan 4, 2019 govt.chinadaily.com.cn Print

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Yabuli Ski Resort, Harbin, Heilongjiang province

Yabuli Ski Resort [Photo/VCG]

Yabuli Ski Resort, 25 kilometers southeast of Yabuli town, Shangzhi, a county-level city, is one of the largest ski resorts in China. Founded in 1980, the resort is affiliated with the Heilongjiang Provincial Sports Commission and consists of five arenas and training venues for alpine, freestyle, cross-country and winter skiing, as well as ski jumping.

A skier in action at Yabuli Ski Resort [Photo/VCG]

It also has two ski resorts for tourists. The center of the ski resort is divided into two major areas: Yabuli ski arena, which hosts international and domestic competitions but is also available for skiers at middle and senior levels, and the Windmill Ski Resort, which is available for skiers of different levels for casual or competitive use.

Skiers have fun at Yabuli Ski Resort. [Photo/VCG]

Yabuli Ski Resort has hosted several national and international competitions, including the fifth and seventh National Winter Games, and the 3rd Asian Winter Games. It's also the permanent site of the annual meeting of the China Entrepreneurs Forum, which is known as "China's Davos.". In 2001 the resort was listed as a national 4A-level scenic spot.

Address: Yabuli town, Harbin, Heilongjiang province

Tel: +86-451-53443333

Ticket price: Admission fee: 10 yuan ($1.45)

Opening hours: 8:00 – 16:30

Ice and Snow World, Harbin, Heilongjiang province

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Large ice engravings bathed in colorful lights at Harbin Ice and Snow World [Photo/VCG]

Harbin Ice and Snow World is an ice and snow art project running annually from the end of December to early March. It is the main host site of the annual Harbin International Ice and Snow Festival, and was established in 1999 by the Harbin government to welcome the new millennium.

Harbin Ice and Snow World [Photo/VCG]

Harbin Ice and Snow World has the best ice and snow sights and entertainment, the most beautiful scenery, and the best activities. Every year, Harbin Ice and Snow World features ice buildings illuminated with colorful lights to welcome tourists from around the world.