Harbin Ice-Snow World Closes for the Season
The world's largest ice and snow theme park, Harbin Ice-Snow World, will close its doors for the season on Wednesday night as temperatures rise. The park, located in Harbin, the capital of Heilongjiang province in Northeast China, has welcomed over 3.47 million visitors during its 64-day run this year.
Harbin Ice-Snow World is renowned for its stunning ice sculptures and interactive winter attractions, including a snowflake ice maze, ice rinks, and a massive ice slide. However, recent warm weather in Harbin has increased the risk of the outdoor ice melting, prompting the park's closure.
To ensure year-round enjoyment, the world's largest indoor ice-and-snow theme park will open its doors on Thursday after undergoing renovations. Located within Harbin Ice-Snow World, the indoor facility was completed in July 2024 and promises a unique ice-and-snow experience for visitors throughout the spring, summer, and autumn seasons.
Harbin Ice-Snow World is a major contributor to the booming ice-and-snow tourism industry in Northeast China, a region once known as the country's rustbelt. The park's popularity has surged on Chinese social media, reflecting the growing passion for winter sports and tourism across the country.
China aims to further develop its ice-and-snow economy as a new source of growth, targeting an economic scale of 1.2 trillion yuan (about $167.32 billion) by 2027 and 1.5 trillion yuan by 2030.
7 Comments
Pupsik
“Closing down because of warm weather seems more like an excuse to cash in on renovations – not a genuine winter experience.”
Marishka
“It looks like even the world’s largest ice park isn’t immune to profit-driven decisions – such a loss.”
Pupsik
“Another example of how the rush for profit forces us to sacrifice true seasonal charm.”
Marishka
“The closure is just a reminder that art made of ice is doomed when profit takes precedence over sustainability.”
Pupsik
“I miss the thrill of outdoor ice sculptures; the indoor version just isn’t the same.”
Muchacha
maintaining the magic of winter even as the weather warms. Way to go!”
Barachiel
“Excited for the indoor ice-and-snow experience – it shows commitment to preserving the art regardless of the weather.”