Credit: AP/Andy Wong Harbin resident Yu Xiaofeng said that winter swimming in her city can be dated back to the 1970s, after locals saw Russian Orthodox faithful being baptized in the river.

“But it still made me feel blissful.” Harbin resident Yu Xiaofeng said that winter swimming in her city can be dated back to the 1970s, after locals saw Russian Orthodox faithful being ...

As the 9th Asian Winter Games (AWG) approaching, Harbin, known for its stunning ice sculptures and deep-rooted winter sports ...

With just over a week to go until the opening of the 9th Asian Winter Games, the streets of Harbin are alive with both the festive spirit of the Spring Festival and growing excitement for the upcoming ...

The flame for the Harbin 2025 Asian Winter Games was lit in Harbin, Northeast China's Heilongjiang Province on Monday, which marked an 18-day countdown to the event that will kick off on February 7.

A guard (C) displays the flame lantern during the flame lighting ceremony for the Harbin 2025 Asian Winter Games at the Sun Island Scenic Area in Harbin, northeast China's Heilongjiang Province, Jan.

Visitors pose in front of the mascots of the Asian Winter Games at a baroque style historical and cultural block in Harbin, Northeast China's Heilongjiang province, Jan 8, 2025. [Photo/Xinhua ...

The express service for Harbin 2025 includes six high-speed trains running between Harbin and Yabuli West Station, as well as six conventional trains linking Harbin and Yabuli South Station. These ...

HARBIN, China (AP) — Even as the mercury dropped well below freezing, enthusiasm soared among about a dozen hardy swimmers during a daily ritual in northeast China’s “ice city” of Harbin. The swimmers ...