Cool runnings

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New seasonal itineraries

Heihe-Qiqihar-Daqing

Visitors can explore unique volcanoes and wetlands at Wudalianchi and Zhalong Nature Preserve, and enjoy health-and-fitness experiences in Daqing's hot springs. Russian culture can be experienced at the Heihe-Blagoveshchensk border.

Fuyuan-Hulin-Mishan-Jiamusi-Mudanjiang

Visitors can travel to China's easternmost point－Heixiazi Island－and Fuyuan's Wusu town. Khabarovsk features Russian culture. Hulin hosts the Hutou Fort.

A museum in Mishan chronicles the development of the northern region's wilderness. Jiamusi shows modern agriculture alongside ancient fishing and hunting culture. Mudanjiang has Jingpo Lake and crater forests.

Yichun

Visitors can hike Tangwanghe－China's first approved national park－and China's biggest and best-preserved primitive Korean pine forest. The Jiayin Dinosaurs Geological Park is where the country's first dinosaur fossil was found.

Mohe

Visitors can travel to Beiji village－China's northernmost point－and savor Songyuan's primitive woodlands. The aurora borealis and polar daytime phenomena are highlights.

Harbin

Music and beer carnivals offer chances to party. Visitors can see the Manchurian tiger-breeding facility and enjoy Russian performances and food at Volga Manor.

About this series

China Daily explores summer destinations and activities throughout the season.