Harbin is buzzing with excitement as the city gears up for the Asian Winter Games set to kick off on February 7. The picturesque winter scenery provides a stunning backdrop, while colorful decorations and winter sports activities bring the city to life.
Iconic spots like Central Street and Saint Sophia Square have been transformed into vibrant hubs, now home to a variety of licensed merchandise shops offering everything from refrigerator magnets to commemorative medals and plush toys. The organizers have gone the extra mile to beautify the urban landscape, adorning buildings and trees with dazzling lights that warmly welcome both domestic and international guests.
Emphasizing accessibility and community involvement, Harbin has established public ice rinks in its parks and natural areas, making winter sports more accessible to residents and visitors alike. This initiative has been met with enthusiastic support, as locals express their delight over the convenience of having ice skating facilities close to home.
\"I'm really happy because the ice rink is very close to where my friends and I live, allowing us to skate together easily,\" shared a local skating enthusiast. \"There are so many more ice rinks now, which makes it much more convenient for us,\" added another Harbin resident. \"In the past, many rinks were quite far away, but now it's much quicker to get here. It's fantastic!\"
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Harbin buzzes with excitement as city prepares for Asian Winter Games
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