China's winter economy expected to break record in revenue
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China's winter economy expected to break record in revenue

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By Xu Jiayi | chinadaily.com.cn | Updated: 2025-01-06 16:56 A visitor poses for photos at the Harbin Ice-Snow World in Harbin, Northeast China's Heilongjiang province, Jan 5, 2025. During the 2024-2025 winter season, China is expected to see 520 million trips in the ice and snow leisure sector, with tourism revenue anticipated to surpass 630 billion yuan, according to a report released by the China Tourism Academy released on Sunday, Xinhua News Agency reported. The 41st Harbin International Ice and Snow Festival kicked off on Sunday in Harbin, Northeast China's Heilongjiang province. A total of 87 major investments in the ice and snow sector were made, raking in a total of 85.72 billion yuan in 2024, according to Han Yuanjun, a researcher of the China Tourism Academy. During the 2023-2024 ice and snow season, China saw 430 million visitors and recorded revenue of 524.7 billion yuan in the sector, the report said, adding that ice and snow tourism is currently undergoing a positive growth momentum.

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每日一词 | 冰雪经济统计监测制度 statistical monitoring system for the ice and snow economy
1 week, 1 day ago

每日一词 | 冰雪经济统计监测制度 statistical monitoring system for the ice and snow economy

China Daily  

黑龙江率先在全国建立起冰雪经济统计监测制度。黑龙江省统计局数据显示，2024年黑龙江冰雪经济总产出达2661.7亿元，其中，冰雪旅游产出1823.3亿元。 Heilongjiang has taken the lead nationally in establishing a statistical monitoring system for the ice and snow economy. 2025年2月26日，游客在哈尔滨冰雪大世界园区内玩冰滑梯。（图片来源：新华社） 【知识点】 近年来，随着我国冰雪经济的蓬勃发展，尤其是在2022年北京冬奥会的成功举办后，冰雪运动和冰雪旅游进入黄金发展期，中国冰雪产业迅速驶入快车道，“点燃”万亿级市场。2024年11月，国务院办公厅发布《关于以冰雪运动高质量发展激发冰雪经济活力的若干意见》，明确要求开展冰雪经济常态化监测、加强数据统计分析。2025年，正在着力打造世界级冰雪旅游度假胜地和冰雪经济高地的中国最北省份黑龙江，在国家统计局支持指导下，率先在全国建立起冰雪经济统计监测制度。 黑龙江省统计局表示，建立冰雪经济统计监测制度的目的是摸清相关底数，为更好推动冰雪经济发展提供决策参考。据介绍，为充分发挥统计数据支撑作用，黑龙江省统计局在税务、文旅、体育、交通、农业农村、工信等部门的协同配合下，对冰雪经济相关部门数据进行全面搜集整理。在此基础上，还对全省主要景区、购物商圈、冰雪游乐园、滑雪场、博物馆、文化艺术馆、早市夜市等7大类200余个旅游重点项目开展典型调查，涉及近4万个经营主体。初步测算结果显示，黑龙江冰雪经济发展势头强劲，“冷资源”持续向“热经济”转化，初步呈现由“一季红”到“季季红”、“一地热”到“全省热”的态势，对相关产业带动作用更加突出，为经济发展提供稳固支撑。 【重要讲话】 “三亿人参与冰雪运动”成为现实，人民群众获得感显著增强。北京冬奥会、冬残奥会的筹办举办推动了我国冰雪运动跨越式发展，冰雪运动跨过山海关，走进全国各地，开启了中国乃至全球冰雪运动新时代。筹办以来，我们建设了一大批优质的冰雪场地设施，举办了一系列丰富多彩的群众性冰雪赛事活动，人民群众参与热情持续高涨，参与人数达到3.46亿，冰天雪地成为群众致富、乡村振兴的“金山银山”。 The goal of involving 300 million people in ice and snow activities has come true, with people's sense of fulfillment being enhanced. The preparation and hosting of the Games have pushed forward the leap-frog development …

每日一词 | 冰雪经济统计监测制度 statistical monitoring system for the ice and snow economy
1 week, 1 day ago

每日一词 | 冰雪经济统计监测制度 statistical monitoring system for the ice and snow economy

China Daily  

黑龙江率先在全国建立起冰雪经济统计监测制度。黑龙江省统计局数据显示，2024年黑龙江冰雪经济总产出达2661.7亿元，其中，冰雪旅游产出1823.3亿元。 Heilongjiang has taken the lead nationally in establishing a statistical monitoring system for the ice and snow economy. 2025年2月26日，游客在哈尔滨冰雪大世界园区内玩冰滑梯。（图片来源：新华社） 【知识点】 近年来，随着我国冰雪经济的蓬勃发展，尤其是在2022年北京冬奥会的成功举办后，冰雪运动和冰雪旅游进入黄金发展期，中国冰雪产业迅速驶入快车道，“点燃”万亿级市场。2024年11月，国务院办公厅发布《关于以冰雪运动高质量发展激发冰雪经济活力的若干意见》，明确要求开展冰雪经济常态化监测、加强数据统计分析。2025年，正在着力打造世界级冰雪旅游度假胜地和冰雪经济高地的中国最北省份黑龙江，在国家统计局支持指导下，率先在全国建立起冰雪经济统计监测制度。 黑龙江省统计局表示，建立冰雪经济统计监测制度的目的是摸清相关底数，为更好推动冰雪经济发展提供决策参考。据介绍，为充分发挥统计数据支撑作用，黑龙江省统计局在税务、文旅、体育、交通、农业农村、工信等部门的协同配合下，对冰雪经济相关部门数据进行全面搜集整理。在此基础上，还对全省主要景区、购物商圈、冰雪游乐园、滑雪场、博物馆、文化艺术馆、早市夜市等7大类200余个旅游重点项目开展典型调查，涉及近4万个经营主体。初步测算结果显示，黑龙江冰雪经济发展势头强劲，“冷资源”持续向“热经济”转化，初步呈现由“一季红”到“季季红”、“一地热”到“全省热”的态势，对相关产业带动作用更加突出，为经济发展提供稳固支撑。 【重要讲话】 “三亿人参与冰雪运动”成为现实，人民群众获得感显著增强。北京冬奥会、冬残奥会的筹办举办推动了我国冰雪运动跨越式发展，冰雪运动跨过山海关，走进全国各地，开启了中国乃至全球冰雪运动新时代。筹办以来，我们建设了一大批优质的冰雪场地设施，举办了一系列丰富多彩的群众性冰雪赛事活动，人民群众参与热情持续高涨，参与人数达到3.46亿，冰天雪地成为群众致富、乡村振兴的“金山银山”。 The goal of involving 300 million people in ice and snow activities has come true, with people's sense of fulfillment being enhanced. The preparation and hosting of the Games have pushed forward the leap-frog development …

每日一词 | 冰雪经济统计监测制度 statistical monitoring system for the ice and snow economy
1 week, 1 day ago

每日一词 | 冰雪经济统计监测制度 statistical monitoring system for the ice and snow economy

China Daily  

黑龙江率先在全国建立起冰雪经济统计监测制度。黑龙江省统计局数据显示，2024年黑龙江冰雪经济总产出达2661.7亿元，其中，冰雪旅游产出1823.3亿元。 Heilongjiang has taken the lead nationally in establishing a statistical monitoring system for the ice and snow economy. 2025年2月26日，游客在哈尔滨冰雪大世界园区内玩冰滑梯。（图片来源：新华社） 【知识点】 近年来，随着我国冰雪经济的蓬勃发展，尤其是在2022年北京冬奥会的成功举办后，冰雪运动和冰雪旅游进入黄金发展期，中国冰雪产业迅速驶入快车道，“点燃”万亿级市场。2024年11月，国务院办公厅发布《关于以冰雪运动高质量发展激发冰雪经济活力的若干意见》，明确要求开展冰雪经济常态化监测、加强数据统计分析。2025年，正在着力打造世界级冰雪旅游度假胜地和冰雪经济高地的中国最北省份黑龙江，在国家统计局支持指导下，率先在全国建立起冰雪经济统计监测制度。 黑龙江省统计局表示，建立冰雪经济统计监测制度的目的是摸清相关底数，为更好推动冰雪经济发展提供决策参考。据介绍，为充分发挥统计数据支撑作用，黑龙江省统计局在税务、文旅、体育、交通、农业农村、工信等部门的协同配合下，对冰雪经济相关部门数据进行全面搜集整理。在此基础上，还对全省主要景区、购物商圈、冰雪游乐园、滑雪场、博物馆、文化艺术馆、早市夜市等7大类200余个旅游重点项目开展典型调查，涉及近4万个经营主体。初步测算结果显示，黑龙江冰雪经济发展势头强劲，“冷资源”持续向“热经济”转化，初步呈现由“一季红”到“季季红”、“一地热”到“全省热”的态势，对相关产业带动作用更加突出，为经济发展提供稳固支撑。 【重要讲话】 “三亿人参与冰雪运动”成为现实，人民群众获得感显著增强。北京冬奥会、冬残奥会的筹办举办推动了我国冰雪运动跨越式发展，冰雪运动跨过山海关，走进全国各地，开启了中国乃至全球冰雪运动新时代。筹办以来，我们建设了一大批优质的冰雪场地设施，举办了一系列丰富多彩的群众性冰雪赛事活动，人民群众参与热情持续高涨，参与人数达到3.46亿，冰天雪地成为群众致富、乡村振兴的“金山银山”。 The goal of involving 300 million people in ice and snow activities has come true, with people's sense of fulfillment being enhanced. The preparation and hosting of the Games have pushed forward the leap-frog development …

每日一词 | 冰雪经济统计监测制度 statistical monitoring system for the ice and snow economy
1 week, 1 day ago

每日一词 | 冰雪经济统计监测制度 statistical monitoring system for the ice and snow economy

China Daily  

黑龙江率先在全国建立起冰雪经济统计监测制度。黑龙江省统计局数据显示，2024年黑龙江冰雪经济总产出达2661.7亿元，其中，冰雪旅游产出1823.3亿元。 Heilongjiang has taken the lead nationally in establishing a statistical monitoring system for the ice and snow economy. 2025年2月26日，游客在哈尔滨冰雪大世界园区内玩冰滑梯。（图片来源：新华社） 【知识点】 近年来，随着我国冰雪经济的蓬勃发展，尤其是在2022年北京冬奥会的成功举办后，冰雪运动和冰雪旅游进入黄金发展期，中国冰雪产业迅速驶入快车道，“点燃”万亿级市场。2024年11月，国务院办公厅发布《关于以冰雪运动高质量发展激发冰雪经济活力的若干意见》，明确要求开展冰雪经济常态化监测、加强数据统计分析。2025年，正在着力打造世界级冰雪旅游度假胜地和冰雪经济高地的中国最北省份黑龙江，在国家统计局支持指导下，率先在全国建立起冰雪经济统计监测制度。 黑龙江省统计局表示，建立冰雪经济统计监测制度的目的是摸清相关底数，为更好推动冰雪经济发展提供决策参考。据介绍，为充分发挥统计数据支撑作用，黑龙江省统计局在税务、文旅、体育、交通、农业农村、工信等部门的协同配合下，对冰雪经济相关部门数据进行全面搜集整理。在此基础上，还对全省主要景区、购物商圈、冰雪游乐园、滑雪场、博物馆、文化艺术馆、早市夜市等7大类200余个旅游重点项目开展典型调查，涉及近4万个经营主体。初步测算结果显示，黑龙江冰雪经济发展势头强劲，“冷资源”持续向“热经济”转化，初步呈现由“一季红”到“季季红”、“一地热”到“全省热”的态势，对相关产业带动作用更加突出，为经济发展提供稳固支撑。 【重要讲话】 “三亿人参与冰雪运动”成为现实，人民群众获得感显著增强。北京冬奥会、冬残奥会的筹办举办推动了我国冰雪运动跨越式发展，冰雪运动跨过山海关，走进全国各地，开启了中国乃至全球冰雪运动新时代。筹办以来，我们建设了一大批优质的冰雪场地设施，举办了一系列丰富多彩的群众性冰雪赛事活动，人民群众参与热情持续高涨，参与人数达到3.46亿，冰天雪地成为群众致富、乡村振兴的“金山银山”。 The goal of involving 300 million people in ice and snow activities has come true, with people's sense of fulfillment being enhanced. The preparation and hosting of the Games have pushed forward the leap-frog development …

China's ice city greets over 90 million visitors in 2024-2025 winter season
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China's ice city greets over 90 million visitors in 2024-2025 winter season

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Harbin has ignited a fervor for ice and snow tourism on Chinese social media this winter, since the opening of the 41st Harbin International Ice and Snow Festival on Jan 5. The craze for winter sports has fueled tourism in China's ice city of Harbin, with the number of tourist arrivals growing 9.7 percent year on year to over 90 …

Diverse tourism spots prosper from ice shows, chill hotpot
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Diverse tourism spots prosper from ice shows, chill hotpot

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By PENG CHAO in Chengdu and ZHOU HUIYING in Harbin | China Daily | Updated: 2025-02-27 07:28 Tourists line up to buy steamed buns at a morning market in Harbin, Heilongjiang province, on Jan 28. "It's incredibly thrilling, and my heart soared with me," said Zhang, a tourist from East China's Zhejiang province, after trying the Super Ice Slide at …

Diverse tourism spots prosper from ice shows, chill hotpot
3 weeks, 6 days ago

Diverse tourism spots prosper from ice shows, chill hotpot

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By PENG CHAO in Chengdu and ZHOU HUIYING in Harbin | China Daily | Updated: 2025-02-27 07:28 Tourists line up to buy steamed buns at a morning market in Harbin, Heilongjiang province, on Jan 28. "It's incredibly thrilling, and my heart soared with me," said Zhang, a tourist from East China's Zhejiang province, after trying the Super Ice Slide at …

Nation's frozen assets keep paying dividends
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Nation's frozen assets keep paying dividends

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The fulfillment of China's ambitious goal of encouraging 300 million people to participate in ice and snow activities has facilitated the rapid expansion of the winter sports industry in the country. WANG JILIN/FOR CHINA DAILY/XINHUA Backed up by surging public interest and robust market demand, international governing bodies and business insiders remain bullish on the growth potential of China's winter …

Nation's frozen assets keep paying dividends
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Nation's frozen assets keep paying dividends

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The fulfillment of China's ambitious goal of encouraging 300 million people to participate in ice and snow activities has facilitated the rapid expansion of the winter sports industry in the country. WANG JILIN/FOR CHINA DAILY/XINHUA Backed up by surging public interest and robust market demand, international governing bodies and business insiders remain bullish on the growth potential of China's winter …

Nation's frozen assets keep paying dividends
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1 month ago

Nation's frozen assets keep paying dividends

China Daily  

The fulfillment of China's ambitious goal of encouraging 300 million people to participate in ice and snow activities has facilitated the rapid expansion of the winter sports industry in the country. WANG JILIN/FOR CHINA DAILY/XINHUA Backed up by surging public interest and robust market demand, international governing bodies and business insiders remain bullish on the growth potential of China's winter …

Nation's frozen assets keep paying dividends
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1 month ago

Nation's frozen assets keep paying dividends

China Daily  

The fulfillment of China's ambitious goal of encouraging 300 million people to participate in ice and snow activities has facilitated the rapid expansion of the winter sports industry in the country. WANG JILIN/FOR CHINA DAILY/XINHUA Backed up by surging public interest and robust market demand, international governing bodies and business insiders remain bullish on the growth potential of China's winter …

Nation's frozen assets keep paying dividends
1 month ago

Nation's frozen assets keep paying dividends

China Daily  

The fulfillment of China's ambitious goal of encouraging 300 million people to participate in ice and snow activities has facilitated the rapid expansion of the winter sports industry in the country. "From going abroad to learn from the world's best, to attracting visitors from our own surrounding markets, I think that speaks volumes for the progress of China's winter sports …

Asian Winter Games host city woos more travelers
1 month, 1 week ago

Asian Winter Games host city woos more travelers

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People visit the Central Street in Harbin, Northeast China's Heilongjiang province, Jan 30, 2025. The 9th Asian Winter Games, which took place between Feb 7 and Feb 14, attracted a large number of inbound tourists who enjoyed sightseeing and shopping in Harbin, Northeast China's Heilongjiang province, injecting new vitality into cultural and tourism consumption. "Under the guidance of the central …

In China's Harbin, world's largest ice-and-snow park draws record visitors
1 month, 2 weeks ago

In China's Harbin, world's largest ice-and-snow park draws record visitors

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A bird's-eye view of the Harbin Ice and Snow World in Heilongjiang province. ZHANG SHU/FOR CHINA DAILY HARBIN -- Harbin Ice-Snow World, the world's largest ice-and-snow theme park, has welcomed over 3 million visits as of Tuesday, setting a new attendance record just 52 days into its 26th edition, organizers announced. Located in Harbin, the capital of Northeast China's Heilongjiang …

A boost to ice and snow economy
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1 month, 2 weeks ago

A boost to ice and snow economy

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MA XUEJING/CHINA DAILY Editor's note: With Chinese people's passion for ice and snow sports ignited by major winter sports events, the 9th Asian Winter Games, which opened in Harbin on Friday, promises to be another spectacular winter sports in China after the Beijing 2022 Winter Olympic Games, promoting camaraderie, peace and prosperity. In turn, Heilongjiang will contribute to China's "300 …

Asian Winter Games can drive Harbin's development
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Asian Winter Games can drive Harbin's development

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Sheng Haipeng of China competes during the Men's Freestyle Skiing Halfpipe finals the 9th Asian Winter Games in Yabuli, Northeast China's Heilongjiang province, Feb 8, 2025. Major international sports events have always been an important economic lever for the host country, and hopefully the 9th Asian Winter Games in Harbin this year will play the same role. The Asian Winter …

Asian Winter Games can drive Harbin's development
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Asian Winter Games can drive Harbin's development

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Sheng Haipeng of China competes during the Men's Freestyle Skiing Halfpipe finals the 9th Asian Winter Games in Yabuli, Northeast China's Heilongjiang province, Feb 8, 2025. Major international sports events have always been an important economic lever for the host country, and hopefully the 9th Asian Winter Games in Harbin this year will play the same role. The Asian Winter …

Xi Jinping's vision drives China's winter sports boom
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Xi Jinping's vision drives China's winter sports boom

China Daily  

An aerial drone photo shows tourists visiting the Harbin Ice-Snow World in Harbin, Northeast China's Heilongjiang province, Jan 23, 2025. Enthusiasm is especially high as the 9th Asian Winter Games opens Friday in Harbin, marking another milestone for China's winter sports development. By April 2024, following the Beijing 2022 Winter Olympics, around 313 million people — over 22 percent of …

Xi Focus: Turning ice and snow into gold
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Xi Focus: Turning ice and snow into gold

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An aerial drone photo shows tourists visiting the Harbin Ice-Snow World in Harbin, Northeast China's Heilongjiang province, Jan 23, 2025. With winter temperatures sometimes dropping below minus 30 degrees Celsius, the provincial capital Harbin is dubbed China's "ice city." 300 MILLION PEOPLE IN WINTER SPORTS Xi has identified China's ice-and-snow sector as both a key economic driver and a vital …

Wuhan's ice and snow industry gains momentum
2 months ago

Wuhan's ice and snow industry gains momentum

China Daily  

The ice and snow industry in Wuhan, capital of Hubei province and one of China's "four ovens" — cities known for their steamy summer temperatures and sparse winter snowfall — has prospered in recent years. The venue of the resort simulates outdoor skiing resorts by using snow-making machines, and ice sculptures transported from external cold storage for construction, said Yu …

Wuhan's ice and snow industry gains momentum
2 months ago

Wuhan's ice and snow industry gains momentum

China Daily  

The ice and snow industry in Wuhan, capital of Hubei province and one of China's "four ovens" — cities known for their steamy summer temperatures and sparse winter snowfall — has prospered in recent years. The venue of the resort simulates outdoor skiing resorts by using snow-making machines, and ice sculptures transported from external cold storage for construction, said Yu …

China embraces winter's chill
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2 months ago

China embraces winter's chill

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Geographical diversity and new offerings are resulting in a panoply of experiences designed to make the most of the cold season, Yang Feiyue reports. Editor's note: China Daily reporters leverage local expertise to craft diverse itineraries, showcasing a blend of historical landmarks and natural wonders across highly recommended cities and sites, offering practical guidance for your exploration of the country. …

A sparkling wonderland of joy
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2 months ago

A sparkling wonderland of joy

China Daily  

The Harbin Ice-Snow World is the biggest draw for visitors to the northeastern city in Heilongjiang province. As the three northeastern provinces of Heilongjiang, Jilin, and Liaoning have continued to upgrade infrastructure and introduce celebrations to create immersive winter experiences, the region is now at the heart of the country's winter tourism. Sporting activities at world-class ski resorts, displays of …

A sparkling wonderland of joy
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2 months ago

A sparkling wonderland of joy

China Daily  

By YANG FEIYUE | CHINA DAILY | Updated: 2025-01-23 08:55 The Harbin Ice-Snow World is the biggest draw for visitors to the northeastern city in Heilongjiang province. As the three northeastern provinces of Heilongjiang, Jilin, and Liaoning have continued to upgrade infrastructure and introduce celebrations to create immersive winter experiences, the region is now at the heart of the country's …

A sparkling wonderland of joy
2 months ago

A sparkling wonderland of joy

China Daily  

The Harbin Ice-Snow World is the biggest draw for visitors to the northeastern city in Heilongjiang province. As the three northeastern provinces of Heilongjiang, Jilin, and Liaoning have continued to upgrade infrastructure and introduce celebrations to create immersive winter experiences, the region is now at the heart of the country's winter tourism. Sporting activities at world-class ski resorts, displays of …

A sparkling wonderland of joy
2 months ago

A sparkling wonderland of joy

China Daily  

The Harbin Ice-Snow World is the biggest draw for visitors to the northeastern city in Heilongjiang province. As the three northeastern provinces of Heilongjiang, Jilin, and Liaoning have continued to upgrade infrastructure and introduce celebrations to create immersive winter experiences, the region is now at the heart of the country's winter tourism. Sporting activities at world-class ski resorts, displays of …

Southern parts of China discover joy of snow tourism
2 months ago

Southern parts of China discover joy of snow tourism

China Daily  

People visit Lushan Mountain after a snowfall in Jiujiang, Jiangxi province. LIU LIXIN/CHINA NEWS SERVICE Immense potential According to a 2023 report on ice and snow tourism, the total scale of China's ice and snow industry exceeded 800 billion yuan in 2022 and is expected to reach 1 trillion yuan by 2025. The report said the current ice and snow …

Winter Wonderland adds warmth to 2025 Spring Festival season
2 months ago

Winter Wonderland adds warmth to 2025 Spring Festival season

China Daily  

Beijing is bustling with a range of cultural and sports activities to celebrate Chinese New Year, leveraging the city's winter attractions and legacy of the 2022 Beijing Winter Olympics. Organized by the Beijing Bureau of Culture and Tourism, the events aim to showcase Beijing's winter tourism resources and celebrate the legacy of the 2022 Beijing Winter Olympics in the lead …

Southern parts of China discover joy of snow tourism
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2 months ago

Southern parts of China discover joy of snow tourism

China Daily  

Children enjoy winter time at the ski resort in Zigui on Dec 15. Liu Gang, the director of the mass sports division of Jiangxi Provincial Sports Bureau, said that Jiangxi currently has two outdoor ski resorts, and cities such as Yichun, Xinyu, Ganzhou and Nanchang also feature both indoor and outdoor ice rinks. "We encourage various ice and snow-related activities …

Winter brings ice fishing to China's northeast
2 months, 1 week ago

Winter brings ice fishing to China's northeast

China Daily  

The first haul yielded 175,000 kg of fish, which were sold at auction. During the ice fishing season, tourists can enjoy freshly prepared authentic dishes to the soothing sound of horsehead fiddles and traditional dances, while enjoying the fishing and hunting culture. The ice fishing season on Lianhuan Lake, which runs until Feb 14, has transformed the remote lake into …

World's largest ice-snow theme park attracts 1 million visitors in 20 days
2 months, 1 week ago

World's largest ice-snow theme park attracts 1 million visitors in 20 days

China Daily  

As the city's iconic landmark, the Harbin Ice-Snow World, with this year's edition, the largest in its history, boasts 1 million square meters. The bustling Harbin Ice-Snow World, the world's largest ice-and-snow theme park, has welcomed more than 1 million visitors just 20 days after opening, setting a record high for the annual winter wonder that has delighted guests for …

World's largest ice-snow theme park attracts 1 million visitors in 20 days
2 months, 2 weeks ago

World's largest ice-snow theme park attracts 1 million visitors in 20 days

China Daily  

As the city's iconic landmark, the Harbin Ice-Snow World, with this year's edition, the largest in its history, boasts 1 million square meters. The bustling Harbin Ice-Snow World, the world's largest ice-and-snow theme park, has welcomed more than 1 million visitors just 20 days after opening, setting a record high for the annual winter wonder that has delighted guests for …

World's largest ice-snow theme park attracts 1 million visitors in 20 days
2 months, 2 weeks ago

World's largest ice-snow theme park attracts 1 million visitors in 20 days

China Daily  

As the city's iconic landmark, the Harbin Ice-Snow World, with this year's edition, the largest in its history, boasts 1 million square meters. The bustling Harbin Ice-Snow World, the world's largest ice-and-snow theme park, has welcomed more than 1 million visitors just 20 days after opening, setting a record high for the annual winter wonder that has delighted guests for …

Making art and fun from the ice, snow and freezing cold in Harbin, China
2 months, 2 weeks ago

Making art and fun from the ice, snow and freezing cold in Harbin, China

Associated Press  

HARBIN, China — People are making the best of the freezing weather in northeast China: Sculptors have finely chiseled ice into elaborate structures resembling landmark castles and temples, and visitors are appreciating the artwork and the excitement of ice slides and other attractions at the annual Harbin Ice and Snow World. Share Share Copy Link copied Email Facebook X Reddit …

'Ice City' warms up for winter Games
2 months, 2 weeks ago

'Ice City' warms up for winter Games

China Daily  

With mascots greeting visitors and competition venues prepared in optimal conditions, "Ice City" Harbin launched its one-month countdown to the 9th Asian Winter Games on Tuesday. Relying on its abundant winter sports facilities and the rich experience gathered when hosting the event for the first time in 1996, the city is confidently pushing ahead with the final preparations, according to …

From ice castles to mythical sculptures: China's winter wonders draw global attention
2 months, 2 weeks ago

From ice castles to mythical sculptures: China's winter wonders draw global attention

India Today  

Winters in China offer breathtaking tourist attractions, and two major events are stealing the spotlight! Meanwhile, the Changchun New World of Ice and Snow in Jilin Province showcases spectacular ice sculptures depicting mythical creatures, snowflakes, and animals, celebrating the harmony of nature. Located in one of the world’s top powder snow bases, this event used 100,000 cubic meters of snow …

Winter provides cold comfort
2 months, 2 weeks ago

Winter provides cold comfort

China Daily  

Tourists pose for photos in front of towers, part of a group of carved ice sculptures at the Harbin Ice-Snow World late last month. He has been delighted by the many delicately carved ice sculptures at the Harbin Ice-Snow World, and the distinctive Russian-style architecture of Central Street. Dai Bin, president of the China Tourism Academy, says that participation in …

Winter provides cold comfort
2 months, 2 weeks ago

Winter provides cold comfort

China Daily  

Tourists pose for photos in front of towers, part of a group of carved ice sculptures at the Harbin Ice-Snow World late last month. He has been delighted by the many delicately carved ice sculptures at the Harbin Ice-Snow World, and the distinctive Russian-style architecture of Central Street. Dai Bin, president of the China Tourism Academy, says that participation in …

China's visa waiver woos Southeast Asian tourists
2 months, 3 weeks ago

China's visa waiver woos Southeast Asian tourists

China Daily  

Tourists visit the Harbin Ice-Snow World, the world's largest ice-and-snow theme park, in Harbin, the capital city of Northeast China's Heilongjiang province, Dec 21, 2024. SINGAPORE — Kerryn Lee May Xin, 27, was prepared to trade Singapore's tropical heat for the icy landscapes of northeastern China. Lee attributes Southeast Asia's burgeoning interest in China to the country's recent visa-free agreements …

China's visa waiver woos Southeast Asian tourists
2 months, 3 weeks ago

China's visa waiver woos Southeast Asian tourists

China Daily  

Tourists visit the Harbin Ice-Snow World, the world's largest ice-and-snow theme park, in Harbin, the capital city of Northeast China's Heilongjiang province, Dec 21, 2024. SINGAPORE — Kerryn Lee May Xin, 27, was prepared to trade Singapore's tropical heat for the icy landscapes of northeastern China. Lee attributes Southeast Asia's burgeoning interest in China to the country's recent visa-free agreements …

China's 'Ice City' cracks down on ticket scalping in winter tourism
2 months, 3 weeks ago

China's 'Ice City' cracks down on ticket scalping in winter tourism

China Daily  

An aerial drone photo shows a view of the Harbin Ice-Snow World in Harbin, Northeast China's Heilongjiang province, Dec 21, 2024. HARBIN -- In response to recent ticket scalping issues in winter tourism, China's "Ice City" Harbin in northeast Heilongjiang province has cracked down on 21 ticket reselling cases and arrested 23 offenders, the local police said Saturday. The city …

Iconic snow festival marks opening of winter tourist season
2 months, 3 weeks ago

Iconic snow festival marks opening of winter tourist season

China Daily  

HARBIN — Rushing through the entrance of Harbin Ice-Snow World with a throng of tourists, Zhong Xueying stepped into a realm of towering ice, her face lit up with joy as she marveled at the wintry wonders amid the crisp, biting wind. Located in Harbin, capital of Northeast China's Heilongjiang province, the iconic Harbin Ice-Snow World, the world's largest ice-and-snow …

Iconic snow festival marks opening of winter tourist season
2 months, 3 weeks ago

Iconic snow festival marks opening of winter tourist season

China Daily  

HARBIN — Rushing through the entrance of Harbin Ice-Snow World with a throng of tourists, Zhong Xueying stepped into a realm of towering ice, her face lit up with joy as she marveled at the wintry wonders amid the crisp, biting wind. Located in Harbin, capital of Northeast China's Heilongjiang province, the iconic Harbin Ice-Snow World, the world's largest ice-and-snow …

Winter economy to heat up further on policy support
2 months, 3 weeks ago

Winter economy to heat up further on policy support

China Daily  

By ZHU WENQIAN in Beijing and YUAN HUI in Hohhot | CHINA DAILY | Updated: 2024-12-28 07:21 Skiing enthusiasts gather at Jiangjun Mountain International Ski Resort in Altay prefecture, Xinjiang Uygur autonomous region, last week. TANG XIAOBO/FOR CHINA DAILY China's northern regions are turning ice, snow and cold weather into golden opportunities, with tourists flocking to such winter wonderlands, heating …

China's 'Ice City' cracks down on ticket scalping in winter tourism
2 months, 3 weeks ago

China's 'Ice City' cracks down on ticket scalping in winter tourism

China Daily  

An aerial drone photo shows a view of the Harbin Ice-Snow World in Harbin, Northeast China's Heilongjiang province, Dec 21, 2024. HARBIN -- In response to recent ticket scalping issues in winter tourism, China's "Ice City" Harbin in northeast Heilongjiang province has cracked down on 21 ticket reselling cases and arrested 23 offenders, the local police said Saturday. The city …

Booming winter economy across China emerges as new growth area
2 months, 3 weeks ago

Booming winter economy across China emerges as new growth area

China Daily  

Booming winter economy across China emerges as new growth area Xinhua Updated: Dec 27, 2024 The Harbin Ice-Snow World in Harbin, Northeast China's Heilongjiang province, Dec 23, 2024. Located in Harbin, capital of Northeast China's Heilongjiang province, the iconic Harbin Ice-Snow World, the world's largest ice-and-snow theme park, welcomed over 2.7 million visitors last winter. According to online shopping and …

Shanxi tourism boosts winter offerings
3 months ago

Shanxi tourism boosts winter offerings

China Daily  

North China's Shanxi province has planned winter cultural and tourism activities to attract visitors to experience its winter allure and Chinese New Year tourism. During the 2024 Shanxi Winter Tourism Promotion and New Media Marketing Exchange event in Taiyuan on Dec 18, the Culture and Tourism Department of Shanxi Province launched winter cultural tourism activities, unveiling four winter tourism routes …

Shanxi tourism boosts winter offerings
3 months ago

Shanxi tourism boosts winter offerings

China Daily  

North China's Shanxi province has planned winter cultural and tourism activities to attract visitors to experience its winter allure and Chinese New Year tourism. During the 2024 Shanxi Winter Tourism Promotion and New Media Marketing Exchange event in Taiyuan on Dec 18, the Culture and Tourism Department of Shanxi Province launched winter cultural tourism activities, unveiling four winter tourism routes …

Winter tourism, sports hit peak stride nationwide
3 months ago

Winter tourism, sports hit peak stride nationwide

China Daily  

The colorful Harbin Ice and Snow World in the capital of Northeast China's Heilongjiang province opens to the public on Saturday. The travel portal Trip.com Group said that winter tourism bookings began to increase in late November, with searches for such tours remaining popular on the platform this month. Traditional domestic winter tourism destinations such as Harbin, in Northeast China's …

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