What are the recommended attractions to visit in Harbin for a first-time visit?

If you want to explore popular attractions in Northeast China, Harbin is a must-visit transit station. However, it is not just a transit station. Walk along the century-old "Central Street," listen to the joyful cooing of white pigeons at the "Sophia Church," immerse yourself in the fantasy of the "Ice and Snow World," and savor authentic Northeastern cuisine. Apart from Yabuli Snow Village, there are more places in Harbin waiting for you to stay and capture memories.

Saint Sophia Cathedral

· Built in 1907, Saint Sophia Cathedral is a landmark building in Harbin, with its green onion-shaped dome being particularly eye-catching. Once the largest Orthodox church in the Far East, it is now the best-preserved Byzantine-style building in China. After being converted into an art gallery, it showcases nearly a thousand pictures and a city planning model, reflecting the history, present, and future of Harbin.

Ice and Snow World

At Ice and Snow World, you can admire the world's tallest, longest, and largest ice and snow landscapes. Each edition features a new theme. Here, you can also see globally renowned buildings, classic cartoon characters, and enjoy European-style song and dance performances.

Sun Island

Sun Island Park is located on the north bank of the Songhua River in Harbin city, facing Stalin Park across the river. It is known as a summer resort by tourists. The island features numerous European-style villa buildings, which were used by Russians as summer retreats. These architectural pieces are nestled among lush green trees. This is the largest winter theme park in China with a snow theme, turning into a world of snow in winter.

Russian Style Town

Russian Style Town is located in the core of the famous Sun Island Scenic Area in Ice City Harbin, adjacent to the riverside scenic line. The entire town consists of 27 villas and houses with Russian style. The town is nestled among flowers and green trees, with a unique natural and architectural landscape.
Volga Manor is located in Chenggaozi Town, Xiangfang District, Harbin City, on the banks of the Ashi River, 16 kilometers from Hacheng Road. Covering an area of more than 600,000 square meters, it is a garden themed around Russian culture, a manor completely filled with exotic charm.
Dragon Tower, with a height of 336 meters, ranks second in the world and first in Asia among steel towers. It is a comprehensive multifunctional tower that integrates broadcasting and television transmission, tourism, dining and entertainment, advertising, environmental and meteorological monitoring, microwave communication, and wireless communication. It is a landmark building in Harbin, Northeast China. Dragon Tower has become a must-visit tourist destination for visitors from home and abroad.

Yingjie Hot Spring

The Yingjie Scenic Area in Bin County has discovered a hot spring water vein. Compared to other hot springs, Yingjie Hot Spring has a high fluoride content, which is very beneficial for bones and skin. The water temperature is 52°C, making it a high-quality cold-region hot spring, classified as a calcium carbonate spring. With the advantageous natural resources in the surrounding area, Yingjie Hot Spring offers visitors a fairyland-like experience of 'soaking in hot springs amidst mountains and waters.'

Yongtai World

Yongtai World is a fantasy kingdom meticulously designed for guests of different ages. With a large indoor sun dome design and original themed street scenes, it allows guests to experience endless joy in a world of eternal spring.