Harbin is China's ice city — Russian architecture, snow, and the world-famous ice festival in winter.
The Ice and Snow World, Central Street, St. Sophia Cathedral, and the Siberian tiger park.
Russian-style bread, sausages, and hotpot to warm up.
Taxis and buses; dress warmly in winter (down to -30°C).
Visit in winter for the ice festival, or summer for pleasant weather. Pack serious winter gear.
December to February, peaking in January.
As low as -30°C in winter — bring thermal layers.