Move over, Frosty! Harbin’s iconic giant snowman has returned to dazzle visitors with its frosty charm. Standing at a jaw-dropping 18 meters tall—roughly the height of six giraffes stacked up—this icy titan uses enough snow to fill eight Olympic-sized swimming pools! By night, the sculpture glows under Harbin’s neon-lit skyline, turning the city into a real-life冰雪奇缘 (Frozen vibes, anyone?
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Known as China’s ‘Ice City,’ Harbin pulls millions of winter lovers yearly with its surreal ice festivals and subzero adventures. But there’s more chill coming: In 2025, the city will host the 9th Asian Winter Games, welcoming athletes from across Asia to compete in this frosty playground.
Pro tip for travelers: Pack your thermal socks and snap a selfie with this temporary marvel—it’s cooler than your Instagram feed!
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Live: Giant snowman makes annual appearance in NE China's Harbin
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