Unlike most cities around the world, Harbin, the capital of Heilongjiang province of China comes alive and is full of excitement at winter
. This metropolis is most famous for its dense exoticism and breathtaking sceneries of snow that welcome every visitor with typical warm hearted Asian hospitality.
Harbin, also a rich source of ice and snow culture is famous for its perfect blend of western and eastern cultures in just the right mix. Sometimes referred to as the Moscow in the Orient or Paris in the Orient, this city of ice carries a wealth of unforgettable memoirs. White weddings or ice weddings are a specialty enjoyed by locals who skate their joy of a happy union. The International Ice and Snow festival together with the ice lantern exhibition attracts a grand audience from around the world. This event certainly displays the most laudable and extraordinary efforts of sculpture and carving in epic proportions.
The local cuisine of Harbin has an endless variety of mouth watering delicacies sourced by the varying cultures of immigrants in the city. Some of the other attractions of Harbin include the Ji Le Buddhist Temple, St. Sophia Church and the Harbin Ice and Snow World. The art corridor of rare architecture also known as the Central Avenue is one of the longest pedestrian streets of Asia and makes up part of Harbins many attractions along with the Northeast Tiger Garden and Zoo.
The charm of Harbin doesnt end here. Flanking the picturesque Songhua River, overlooks the Shangri-La Hotel, Harbin that serves class and elegance on a single platter to every discerning traveler. This Harbin hotel that peaks over the citys Business District makes it a convenient sojourn for every fortune hunter. Its simply awe-inspiring landscape uniquely sets this hotel in a class of its own as one of the best luxury hotels in Harbin.