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When you come to Harbin, you must try Mardiell popsicles, which are instantly meltable, sweet but not greasy, and insist on being made using traditional techniques. Perhaps it's because the flavor has remained consistent over the centuries that it has amassed considerable popularity.

Beetroot soup

Beetroot soup, also known as borscht, is a Ukrainian-originated dish that is popular in Russia and other Eastern European countries, so you can try it in any Russian-style Western restaurant in Harbin. The beetroot soup is made with tomatoes as the main ingredient, while potatoes, carrots, onions and beef are added to simmer it, making it glossy in color, thick but not greasy, and very appetizing in its sweetness and sourness.

Shrimp in a jar

Shrimp in a jar is a Russian dish that, like beet soup, is made with tomatoes and simmered with celery, carrots and other ingredients to make a jar of rich shrimp. In addition to canned shrimp, there is also canned beef and canned lamb, which are all cooked in the same way

Gervais

Gervais is a drink that has been prevalent in Russia, Ukraine and other Eastern European countries for more than 1,000 years, and was introduced to the northeastern region of the country in the 19th century and Xinjiang. Gervais is made from fermented bread and is similar in color to beer and slightly red, moderately sweet and sour, with a refreshing taste, and is a popular fermented beverage. Some of the more popular brands in Harbin are Autumn Forest Gavas and Demolition Gavas, etc. Autumn Forest's is on the sweet side, so you can try it according to your own taste.

Pot-boiled pork

When it comes to authentic Harbin cuisine, you can't go wrong with pot-boiled pork. In fact, it was originally called "pot pop meat", because the Russians often say "pop" as "package", and over time it became "pot meat "The color of the freshly fried meat is very good, but the color of the meat is very good. Freshly fried pot meat golden color, eat crispy and tender, sweet and sour, many tourists are the most memorable one of Harbin cuisine.

Sauce Bone

Sauce Bone is a traditional summer dish in Harbin, but it can be eaten in any season now. There are two kinds of sauce bone rack and sauce bone stick. If you like to eat meat, you should choose the bone rack, and if you want to taste the bone marrow, you should eat the bone stick. The most authentic way to eat is with beer and peanuts, laughing and experiencing the Harbin people's boldness.

Steak meat

Steak meat is a bit like a rough version of "Dongpo meat", melting in the mouth, fat but not greasy, leaving a lingering taste in the mouth after eating, even if you do not eat fat people can also eat a big bowl of rice. Harbin has a lot of steak meat hall, six Avenue Street, especially more, which Zhang Fei steak meat is the most famous.

Baked Cold Noodles

This snack originated in Mishan County and has grown since its introduction to Harbin, evolving from charcoal baked cold noodles to oil-pressed baked cold noodles and iron plate baked cold noodles. One of the most popular iron plate grilled cold noodles, an egg, plus cilantro, onions, ham sausage, a soft and savory soy sauce aroma of grilled cold noodles is ready. Eat very strong, loved by the public, simply and hand-cake, egg burger, pancake fruit and called "the four heavenly kings of the snack world".

Red sausage

Harbin is full of red sausage stores, but the locals are most recognized red sausage brands such as Qiulin Ridos, Ha Meat Union, and Shangwei. Autumn Forest Ridorse has stores all over Harbin, Ha Meat Union can usually be bought in shopping malls and supermarkets, and Shangwei has only one store on Hongqi Avenue.

Daliba

Daliba is actually the Russian word for big bread. This kind of bread imported from Russia is still made by the traditional process - hop fermentation and linden baking, so it smells like a unique flavor. Harbin's big lebas are round, and one usually weighs two kilograms. In addition to being served with butter and jam, they can also be eaten with beet soup and Harbin red sausage.

Drinking chocolate

Drinking chocolate, like dalepa, has a Russian ancestry and was introduced to Harbin in the early 1900s with the founding of the Autumn Forest Company, and to this day, Autumn Forest's is the most famous. There are both round and square chocolates, with the inner liquid wine contained in a hard shell made of sugar and covered with a layer of chocolate to make the finished product. When you bite into it, the liquor bursts out and fills your mouth, harmonizing and blending to create a rich taste. You can buy it on the first basement floor of Akibayashi.

Russian nesting dolls

Russian nesting dolls are probably the most interesting exotic specialty you can buy in Harbin. The Russian word "mata" comes from the word "mother" because the traditional image of the mata is that of a mother in a rural household: a slightly fat, very capable woman who has given birth to many children, as in the case of the chubby wooden dolls. The belly of the chubby wooden doll hiding one after another small dolls. People often use dolls to send a family, witness a love, layer after layer of exquisite dolls also means that you have me, I have you, we will never be separated from the meaning of. Many Russian stores near the Central Avenue sell them, so you may want to buy a set to decorate your home.

Lao Dingfeng Pastry

Many cities have their own brand of pastries, and just as Beijing has its "Taoxiangcun," so do the people of Harbin. Old Dingfeng. At first you may be confused by the variety of pastries, so start with Harbin's favorite mooncake. In addition, his ice-cream, popsicles and other icy treats are also highly acclaimed, not to be outdone by Mardière.

Language

Harbinese is one of the closest dialects to Mandarin, and there's basically no language barrier, so you can enjoy your Harbin days to the fullest. However, if you want to hear the "Northeastern dialect" in the usual programs, you'll be disappointed, because Harbin dialect is the least "Northeastern" of the Northeastern dialects. But its standard, clear expression is favored by foreigners, who consider it a good and authentic language.

Post Offices and Postcards

Harbin has a number of post offices and mailboxes, making it easy to send postcards. However, if you want to avoid the trouble of searching for them, you can also stop by when you visit the Central Avenue and the Ice and Snow World. We recommend that those who like to collect postcards and stamps go to the Ice and Snow Post Office at the Ice and Snow World, where stamps and postcards exclusive to the attraction are available for sale.

Harbin Unified Postal Code: 150000

Banks

Harbin is dotted with major bank branches and ATMs, making it easy to withdraw cash. Many restaurants and shopping malls may also swipe your card, eliminating the need to carry large amounts of cash.

Travel safety

Entrances to shopping malls, subways and other places in Harbin are the most common places for theft cases, as the doorways are hung with thick curtains, making it easy for thieves to steal. So, you must pay attention to the safety of your belongings when entering and exiting.

You should also be wary of people who come up to you for no reason.

Airplanes

Harbin Taiping International Airport is one of the three busiest international airports in northeastern China, with numerous flights to and from China, East Asia and Europe.

Trains

Harbin is the second largest railroad hub in Northeast China after Shenyang, where the five major railroads of Beijing-Harbin, Binsui, Binzhou, Binbei, and Labin meet. There are numerous trains to and from the province and beyond. Harbin's passenger railroad has three main stations: Harbin Railway Station, Harbin West Station, Harbin East Station and Harbin North Station.

Automobile

Harbin currently has five large passenger terminals: Harbin Nangang Passenger Terminal, Harbin Bridge Passenger Terminal, Harbin Sankeshu Passenger Terminal, Harbin Daowai Passenger Terminal and Harbin Hasi Passenger Terminal.

Bus

Ordinary Buses

The fare is basically 1 yuan, with a small amount of 2 yuan. Most buses operate from 6:00-20:30 in summer and 6:00-20:00 in winter, with the latest generally operating until 21:30-22:00.

Tourist buses

Harbin has two tourist buses, double-decker buses, which operate from 9:00-17:00, departing at every full hour. The fare is 10 yuan per person, common to lines 1 and 2.

The main station of Line 1

The bus starts from Tongjiang Wetland Bus Hub, and passes through the Music Theme Park, Music Promenade, Guandong Ancient Alley, Yangmingtan Bridge Viewing Platform, Jinhewan Wetland Park, Ice and Snow World, Sun Island Road, and then returns to Tongjiang Wetland Bus Hub.

Site of Line 2

The bus departs from Tongjiang Wetland Bus Terminal and passes through Provincial Science and Technology Museum, Sun Island Park (Polar Pavilion), Ice and Snow World, Northeast Tiger Woods, Daowai 12th Avenue, Daowai 3rd Avenue, Flood Control Tower (Central Avenue), and then returns to Tongjiang Wetland Bus Terminal.

Taxi

Harbin cabs are categorized into ordinary cabs and electric cabs.

Ordinary cabs start at 8 yuan, after 3 kilometers 1.9 yuan per kilometer, and add 1 yuan for fuel.

Telephone cabs cost 12 yuan for 3 kilometers, with a base fare of 2.4 yuan/kilometer and 3.6 yuan/kilometer for more than 8 kilometers.

Long Win Modern Taxi: 85500855

Tex Taxi: 85722345

Subway

Harbin is currently served by subway line 1, and subway fares are charged in segments. 2 yuan for 1-8 stops, 3 yuan for 9-12 stops, and 4 yuan for more than 13 stops, and you can use a card to ride the train.

Cable car

For a cozy alternative to crossing the river, you can also take the cable car, which runs between Riverside Park on the south side of the Songhua River and Sun Island.

January-February and June-August are the best times to visit Harbin.

January-February: the best time to enjoy ice sculptures, and the Ice and Snow World and Snow Expo officially open during this period.

June-August: the weather is cool enough for a summer vacation, and Sun Island is even more beautiful with its greenery and Western-style buildings.

But no matter when you visit Harbin, the exotic buildings that fill the streets exude a quiet beauty.

2-3 days.

It takes about 2 days to visit the main attractions such as Central Avenue, Sofia Church and Ice World. If you want to visit other attractions in Harbin more intensively or go skiing in Yabuli, you can add another 1 day.

Harbin's consumption level is relatively low compared with first-tier cities such as Beijing and Shanghai.

Dining: the average restaurant spends around 40 RMB per person, western food will be a bit higher, around 100 RMB per person.

Accommodation: Standard rooms in budget hotels near Central Avenue are usually 200-300 yuan/night, beds in youth hostels are 50-100 yuan/night, and standard rooms in high-end hotels are 400-800 yuan/night. However, the cost will rise during the winter tourism prime season.

Transportation: transportation in Harbin is relatively cheap. Buses are 1 yuan except for some lines. If 3-4 people are traveling together, taxi is also a more affordable option.

Harbin's summer (June-August) is cool and rarely hot, so it is suitable to wear short-sleeved T-shirts, shorts, skirts and so on. However, there are some temperature differences between morning and evening, so it is recommended to carry long sleeves. Summer is also the rainy season in Harbin, especially in August, it is best to travel with rain gear.

Harbin winter (late October - March) is very cold, daytime temperatures are usually more than ten degrees below zero, so be sure to take precautions against the cold outdoors. Down jacket, wool warm clothes and pants since needless to say, thick hats, scarves, masks, gloves, etc. is also essential. To go to the Songhua River, ice and snow world tourists, wearing clothing must be able to windproof. For safety reasons, it is best to try to avoid wearing white clothes, so as not to encounter danger is difficult to be found.

Harbin spring (April-May), fall (September-early October) two seasons are very short, long clothes and long pants is necessary, and there is a big temperature difference between morning and evening, pay attention to add clothing.

Airfare + accommodation

January-February is the peak season for tourism in Harbin, during this period to Harbin, it is best to buy air tickets 2-3 months in advance, the price will be cheaper; if you want to live in the vicinity of the Central Street, it is recommended to book a room 1 month in advance, otherwise you may not be able to book the ideal hotel.