Heilongjiang Province is situated in the northeast end of China, bordering Russia both at sea and on land. It is the coldest province in China, covering an area of 460,000 square kilometers with a population of 36.8 million.

With a vast territory, rich produce and long border lines, the land of Heilongjiang is scattered by boundless forests£¬immense grasslands and rivers and lakes. The famous Heilongjiang River, the third largest river after Yangtze and Yellow River in China, flows through this province. It is known for its primitiveness, boldness, miraculousness and vastness.

The provincial capital city of Heilongjiang is Harbin, which has 6-month long winter. And the lowest temperature in Harbin can reach to minus 38 degrees centigrade. But winter time is brought to life by the Harbin Snow and Ice Festival and experiences of sledding and skiing. The Harbin Snow and Ice Festival is held every year usually on January 5th and lasts for as long as one month. The exciting and interesting festival attracts both the local residents and the visitors from other places.