Nestled along the Heilong River bordering Russia, Mohe City in northeast China's Heilongjiang Province offers travelers a window into pristine winter wilderness. At the Longjiang First Bay Scenic Area – home to the Chinese mainland's northernmost point on Wusuli Shoal – visitors discover a landscape transformed into a glittering snow kingdom between November and March.
The area's frozen riverscapes and birch forests host adrenaline-pumping activities like ice sledding and snowmobiling, while photographers flock to capture the ethereal 'polar night' phenomenon near the winter solstice. Local operators report a 25% increase in winter tourism over the past three years as global travelers seek offbeat Arctic-like experiences.
Cross-cultural exchanges flourish along the waterway, with cultural festivals celebrating both Chinese and Russian traditions through ice sculpture exhibitions and winter sports competitions. Environmentalists highlight the region as a climate change case study, with researchers tracking how shifting snowfall patterns affect local ecosystems.
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Live: Snow-covered plain at China's northernmost point – Ep. 7
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