Witness the stunning beauty of Harbin Snow Village in winter

Nicknamed the “Fairy Tale Village” of China, Harbin Snow Village attracts a large number of tourists every year who come to enjoy the picturesque beauty and bone-chilling cold of Harbin in winter. Let's discover the interesting aspects of this famous snow village with Vietjet!

Harbin Snow Village is nicknamed the “Fairy Tale Village” of China.

1. Where is Harbin Snow Village?

Harbin Snow Village, also known as Xuexiang, is located in the Xuexiang National Forest Park in China, Chanting town, Hailin, Mudanjiang city, in the southeast of Heilongjiang province.

The snow village in China covers an area of 500 hectares and is situated at an altitude of 1,200 meters above sea level. The terrain is characterized by gentle hills - “nine mountains, half water, half fields.” Harbin Snow Village experiences a snow season lasting up to 7 months (from October to May of the following year). It receives the most snowfall in China, with an average annual snow depth reaching up to 2 meters.

Harbin Snow Village has repeatedly received national-level honors such as: Top 10 most beautiful villages in China, Top 10 scenic spots of “Beautiful China,” National Civilized Village, and Prominent International Rural Tourism Destination in China.

2. Ideal time to visit Harbin Snow Village

To witness the most beautiful snowfalls, you should visit Harbin Snow Village from December to March of the following year. Besides admiring the romantic snowy scenery and the beautiful snow village, you can also experience interesting activities unique to the icy land, such as skiing, ice skating, snow sledding, and snow sculpting.

A picturesque scene at Harbin Snow Village.

3. Travel guide to Harbin

3.1 Getting to Harbin

Currently, there are four main modes of transportation to Harbin, depending on your departure location you can choose the appropriate means:

Airplane: There is currently no direct flight from Vietnam to Harbin, so you will have to transit in major Chinese cities such as Beijing, Chongqing, etc. You will land at Harbin International Airport, about 46 km east of the city center.
Train: If you want to enjoy the scenery by train, you can book tickets at major stations in Beijing. The travel time is about 1.5 - 2.5 hours, depending on the route.
Car or bus: If you prefer traveling by road, you can rent a car or take a bus. Be sure to check the GPS map and bus route guide carefully to avoid getting lost.

3.2 Getting to Harbin Snow Village

To reach Harbin Snow Village, you can choose a taxi or rent a car.

If you choose to take a taxi, negotiate the price with the driver in advance or ask them to turn on the meter to avoid overcharging.

If you want to rent a car for convenient travel, choose reputable rental locations such as hotels, homestays where you stay, or kiosks right at the airport.

4. Notable Attractions in Harbin Snow Village

4.1 Xueyun Street

This is the only pedestrian street in the Xuexiang Scenic Area, stretching over 900 meters from north to south. Initially, Xueyun Street was a small railway station of the Shuangfeng Forest Farm, connecting many roads to Harbin, Mudanjiang, Yabuli, and other places. Therefore, Xueyun is nicknamed the “road with three intersections, surrounded by mountains on three sides, and the wind never blows.” The area has many souvenir shops selling goods characteristic of Northeast culture.

Xueyun pedestrian street has many shops selling souvenirs.

4.2 Xuexiang Cultural Exhibition Hall

The Xuexiang Cultural Exhibition Hall covers an area of 4,244 m² and is a unique building displaying over 3,100 artifacts that highlight the historical and cultural values of the Xuexiang region. The exhibition hall has the following main display areas: Overview of Xuexiang Culture, Xuexiang Natural Resources Display Area, History of Xuexiang Civilization in China - Ancient History Display Area, Modern History Exhibition Area, miniature displays of production and life scenes in Xuexiang, Xuexiang Flora and Fauna Exhibition Area, Xuexiang Chinese Film and Television Love Exhibition Area, Xuexiang Chinese Culture and Art Exhibition Area,...

4.3 Bangchui Mountain Village

Bangchui Mountain Village is named after the abundance of Bangchui (ginseng) in this land in the past, and after many years of development, it has become a popular tourist destination. To make it easier for visitors to explore, Xuexiang has built a convenient boardwalk. Tourists can experience treasure hunting or explore the folk customs of Northeast culture.

4.4 Bangchui Mountain Scenic Boardwalk

The Bangchui Mountain Scenic Boardwalk is over 300 meters long, built along the mountainside and the houses of the local residents. Along the path are wooden houses, barns, granaries, fences, wooden ladders, etc. The scenery here is simple yet incredibly poetic when covered with snow, and the snow layers are also swirled into strange shapes, making the scenery lively and unusually attractive.

The “snow mushrooms” are a unique symbol of Harbin Snow Village.

4.5 Observatory

Following the Bangchui Mountain boardwalk to the highest peak, you will reach the observatory. The observatory is made of wood, 8 meters high, and is divided into 2 levels. From the observatory, you can gaze far into the distance and enjoy a 360° view of the picturesque Harbin Snow Village. Additionally, you can admire the breathtaking natural scenery, such as thousands of towering mountains, endless green pine trees stretching to the horizon, or the snowy highway winding through the mountains like a giant dragon.

5. Some Tips When Visiting Harbin Snow Village

Here are some tips when visiting Harbin Snow Village:

The weather here is extremely cold, about -20 to -30°C, sometimes as low as -35°C. So, prepare plenty of warm clothes, especially keeping your head and feet warm.
Bring plenty of heat packs to avoid temperature shock.
Avoid keeping your wallet in the outer coat pocket to prevent theft.
When staying overnight in Harbin Snow Village, keep your luggage compact; only bring a small handbag or suitcase with enough essentials for one night in the village.
When arriving at the airport or station to catch a taxi, find the right taxi stand to avoid trouble.

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