Taiping International airport in Harbin is the second largest in northeastern China. The airport has attracted 18 airlines which operate 84 routes including more than 50 domestic routes. Flights leave daily to Beijing (2 hrs), Tianjin (2 hrs), Shanghai (3 ... Read More>>

As one of the largest cities in northeast China, Harbin enjoys excellent transportation links to and from the city. What's more, Harbin is also one of China's gateways into Siberia, Russia and northeast Asia, making it an invaluable "hinge" for ... Read More>>

Harbin is a great place to enjoy the outdoors in both summer and the winter. Many people from all over China, Russia and Korea flock to the city for its shopping opportunities, attracted by the export and commodity fairs of local industries. Visitors to the ... Read More>>

The road network is also well developed in Harbin. Highways including the 102 (Beijing-Harbin highway), 202 (Heihe-Dalian highway), 211 (Harbin-Tongjiang highway), 222 (Harbin-Yichun highway) and 301 (Manchouli-Suifenhe) radiate from the city in all ... Read More>>

Harbin has plenty of options for those looking for a night on the town: coffeehouses, teahouses, KTVs, Western-style bars and other late-night venues, attributable to the Western influence in the city. Many head to Guogeli Dajie, a street that is dotted ... Read More>>

Harbin is the tenth largest city in China, and beyond question one of the most idiosyncratic. From a fusion of Russian and Chinese cultures has sprung a city full of surprises unlike any other major metropolis in the world. It lies on the southern bank of ... Read More>>

ChangBai Mountain Wild Ginseng (Panax) 长白山野山参 Sable Fur 貂皮 Pilose Antler 鹿茸 Agate 玛瑙 Wild houtou mushroom 猴头 Harbin Sausage 香肠 ChangBai Mountain Wild Ginseng (Panax) 长白山野山参 Ginseng is a famous root known for its medicinal ... Read More>>

Most visitors to Harbin come in the winter, to experience the famous festivals: the Ice Lantern Garden Party and Harbin International Ice and Snow Festival. These events are spectacular showcases of ice-art and a time for celebration across the whole of the ... Read More>>

Lie Ba 列巴 Red Sausage and Air-Dried Sausage 红肠&风干香肠 Songren Xiaodu (Pinenuts tripe) 松仁小肚 Hotpot and Harbin beer 火锅哈尔滨啤酒 Assorted Shish-kabobs 串儿 Lamb 羔羊肉 Harbin Spring Rolls 春饼 or 卷饼 Lie Ba 列巴 Lie Ba, a kind of large ... Read More>>

Vital Statistics (2006) GDP: RMB 209.4 billion GDP per Capita: RMB21, 374 Economic Growth Rate: 13.5% Population: 4.73 million (urban) – 5.08 million (rural) FDI: US$403 million Annual Average Wage: RMB16, 292 Government Effectiveness Rating: 104th ... Read More>>

Large busses and a fleet of mini-busses run from around 05:30 or 06:00 with the network shutting down between 19:00-21:30. The routes are quite comprehensive and cost between 1 RMB (city area) and 2 RMB (urban area). Visitors are warned to prepare their ... Read More>>

Central Street of Harbin 中央大街 One of the main commercial streets in Harbin, this 1.4-km-long street is a genuine museum of European architectural styles, including Baroque and Byzantine façades, blending Eastern and Western traditions. This ... Read More>>

The total area of the city is 53.1 thousand square kilometers of which 7086 square kilometers is urban. In 2010, the resident population of Harbin was 10.63 million. Males are 5.4 million, 50.85% of the total resident population and females are 5.2 million, ... Read More>>

Harbin' s legendarily cold winters last for several months – snowfall begins in November but thermometers regularly dip below 0C as late as April. The lowest temperature recorded here is a petrifying -38C but the January average minimum is around ... Read More>>

• GDP: RMB 424.34 billion (2011) • Per Capita Disposable Income of Urban Residents: RMB 20,030 (2011) • Economic Growth Rate: 12.3% (2011) • Resident Population: 10.63 million (2011) • Unemployment Rate: 3% (2011) • Enrollment ... Read More>>

Mushroom Chicken Soup 小鸡炖蘑菇 Braised Salmon 红烧大马哈鱼 Braised Deer Tail 烩鹿尾 Dumplings (Jiaozi) 饺子 Mushroom Chicken Soup 小鸡炖蘑菇 Mushroom chicken soup is one of the four great stewed dishes of northeast China. Chicken morsels are cooked in ... Read More>>

Harbin is one of the largest hubs for rail transportation in China, second only to Shenyang. It has two railway stations. Generally speaking, trains terminating at or starting from the city will use Harbin East Railway station: through-trains stop at Harbin ... Read More>>

Harbin is most closely associated with its spectacular winters: the Ice Lantern Festival, Ice and Snow Festival, the Yabuli Ski Resort and other glacial events. Whist it is certainly true that Harbin is extremely good at snowy pursuits, they are by no means ... Read More>>

Shuangfu Dining Street 双福食街 Originally built in 1993, the goal of Shuagfu Dining Street is to promote “Longjiang Cuisine”. Its distinctive flavors can be sampled in many dishes including sautéed vermicelli with sauerkraut, chicken ... Read More>>

The cost of taxis fluctuates according to the operating company, which can be identified by the logo on the taxi. Harbin taxis start at 8 RMB for the first 3km with a 3 RMB fuel surcharge, so the starting price for the taxi is really 11 RMB. After the first ... Read More>>

Harbin' s dining culture and cuisine are characterized by immigrant influences from Russia, Japan and other parts of China, which have created an intriguing fusion of tastes from different parts of the world. The four main Chinese influences on the local ... Read More>>

Ferry Between April and December visitors can travel along the Songhua River by ferry. They leave from destinations including Jiu Zhan, Tongjiang Jie, the Flood Control Monument, Daowaiqidao Jie and Sun Island, running from 08:00-19:00, costing between 1 ... Read More>>

Harbin's weather is both its major selling point and its biggest flaw depending on your point of view. During the long winters (November to February) it is the coldest city in China ,where temperatures can plummet as low as - 40 but visitors armed with ... Read More>>

When renting a car, a Chinese license is required, so foreigners are advised to engage a local driver. Rental requirements include a passport and a deposit of RMB 5000 to 10,000. Visitors are advised to make an advance reservation during holiday periods ... Read More>>