Step into a frozen fantasy! The Ice and Snow World in Harbin—the Chinese mainland’s northeastern gem—has officially claimed its title as the world’s largest ice-and-snow theme park since opening on December 17, 2025. With over one million visitors already braving the chill, this -20°C wonderland is rewriting winter travel goals. 🌨️✨
❄️ Chill Thrills & Frosty Feats
Dare to ride the 368-meter super ice slide 🛷, snap selfies on the glow-in-the-dark snowflake Ferris wheel 🎡, or lose yourself in live ice-carving battles by Uygur artists. Pro tip: Nighttime visits = next-level magic with LED-lit castles and aurora simulations! 💙
🧊 More Than Just Ice
Harbin’s subzero spectacle isn’t just viral TikTok fodder—it’s a cultural bridge. This year’s park features collaborations with South Korean snow sculptors and a ‘Silk Road on Ice’ exhibit, blending tradition with Insta-worthy innovation. 🕊️
🌏 Why It’s 2026’s Must-See
Travel influencers and climate researchers alike are flocking here. While glaciers melt globally, Harbin’s -30°C winters now fuel a $2B tourism boom. Entrepreneurs, take note: Hotpot pop-ups inside ice bars? Genius. 🍲❄️
Open till late February, this frosty playground proves that in 2026, winter isn’t coming—it’s here. Pack your thermal socks! 🧤
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