As temperatures drop, excitement rises! Northern China is turning winter's chill into pure adrenaline as residents and travelers flock to ice-and-snow parks to celebrate the New Year. From snowmobile races to gravity-defying slope slides, Taiyuan – capital of Shanxi Province – has become a frosty playground for thrill-seekers.
The city’s flagship ice park is breaking visitor records with its colorful winter festivals, Instagram-worthy icy landscapes, and坦克snow-tank rides (yes, you read that right!). Meanwhile, suburban ski resorts are buzzing with first-time skiers and seasoned pros carving up fresh powder. \"It’s like winter just became our favorite season,\" said one local college student testing their skills on a beginner slope.
This frosty boom isn’t just fun – it’s fueling a tourism revolution. Analysts say China’s ‘white economy’ could melt into a $150 billion industry by 2025. For now, though, the focus is on hot cocoa breaks, snowball fights, and capturing that perfect snowy sunset selfie.
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Residents in N China join ice-and-snow sports to ring in the New Year
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