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Summer coolness in Harbin attracts tourists for vacation

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Source Xinhua, Dawn, Arab News, Anadolu and Minute Mirror

Summer coolness in Harbin attracts tourists for vacation
Summer coolness in Harbin attracts tourists for vacation

Tourists interact with an accordionist from Russia at a square in Harbin, northeast China’s Heilongjiang Province, on July 22, 2025.

Attracted by the coolness in summer, many tourists come to Harbin for vacation.

Taking advantage of its historical heritage, Harbin in recent years has accelerated the transformation of historical and cultural blocks and the utilization of old buildings, which has promoted the prosperity of the city’s tourism industry. (Photo by Liu Yang/Xinhua)

Summer coolness in Harbin attracts tourists for vacation

People cool off in tents by the Songhua River in Harbin, northeast China’s Heilongjiang Province, July 6, 2025.

Attracted by the coolness in summer, many tourists come to Harbin for vacation.

Taking advantage of its historical heritage, Harbin in recent years has accelerated the transformation of historical and cultural blocks and the utilization of old buildings, which has promoted the prosperity of the city’s tourism industry. (Photo by Yang Wei/Xinhua)

Summer coolness in Harbin attracts tourists for vacation

A drone photo taken on July 25, 2025 shows people sitting on the steps to enjoy the cool air by the Songhua River in Harbin, northeast China’s Heilongjiang Province.

Attracted by the coolness in summer, many tourists come to Harbin for vacation.

Taking advantage of its historical heritage, Harbin in recent years has accelerated the transformation of historical and cultural blocks and the utilization of old buildings, which has promoted the prosperity of the city’s tourism industry. (Photo by Zhang Shu/Xinhua)

Summer coolness in Harbin attracts tourists for vacation

A drone photo taken on July 26, 2025 shows performers dancing during a float parade on the Central Street in Harbin, northeast China’s Heilongjiang Province.

Attracted by the coolness in summer, many tourists come to Harbin for vacation.

Taking advantage of its historical heritage, Harbin in recent years has accelerated the transformation of historical and cultural blocks and the utilization of old buildings, which has promoted the prosperity of the city’s tourism industry. (Photo by Liu Yang/Xinhua)

Summer coolness in Harbin attracts tourists for vacation

People enjoy the sunset glow by the Songhua River in Harbin, northeast China’s Heilongjiang Province, on July 25, 2025.

Attracted by the coolness in summer, many tourists come to Harbin for vacation.

Taking advantage of its historical heritage, Harbin in recent years has accelerated the transformation of historical and cultural blocks and the utilization of old buildings, which has promoted the prosperity of the city’s tourism industry. (Photo by Zhang Shu/Xinhua)

Summer coolness in Harbin attracts tourists for vacation

A drone photo taken on July 20, 2025 shows people walking around and taking photos in the sunset outside the Harbin Grand Theatre in Harbin, northeast China’s Heilongjiang Province.

Attracted by the coolness in summer, many tourists come to Harbin for vacation.

Taking advantage of its historical heritage, Harbin in recent years has accelerated the transformation of historical and cultural blocks and the utilization of old buildings, which has promoted the prosperity of the city’s tourism industry. (Photo by Yang Wei/Xinhua)

Summer coolness in Harbin attracts tourists for vacation

A drone photo taken on July 25, 2025 shows people watching a folk choir performance by the Songhua River in Harbin, northeast China’s Heilongjiang Province.

Attracted by the coolness in summer, many tourists come to Harbin for vacation.

Taking advantage of its historical heritage, Harbin in recent years has accelerated the transformation of historical and cultural blocks and the utilization of old buildings, which has promoted the prosperity of the city’s tourism industry. (Photo by Zhang Shu/Xinhua)

Summer coolness in Harbin attracts tourists for vacation

A drone photo taken on July 25, 2025 shows people sitting on the steps to enjoy the cool air by the Songhua River in Harbin, northeast China’s Heilongjiang Province.

Attracted by the coolness in summer, many tourists come to Harbin for vacation.

Taking advantage of its historical heritage, Harbin in recent years has accelerated the transformation of historical and cultural blocks and the utilization of old buildings, which has promoted the prosperity of the city’s tourism industry. (Photo by Zhang Shu/Xinhua)

Summer coolness in Harbin attracts tourists for vacation

Tourists drive a motorboat on the Songhua River in Harbin, northeast China’s Heilongjiang Province, on July 6, 2025.

Attracted by the coolness in summer, many tourists come to Harbin for vacation.

Taking advantage of its historical heritage, Harbin in recent years has accelerated the transformation of historical and cultural blocks and the utilization of old buildings, which has promoted the prosperity of the city’s tourism industry. (Photo by Yang Wei/Xinhua)

Summer coolness in Harbin attracts tourists for vacation

A drone photo taken on July 6, 2025 shows people having fun by the Songhua River in Harbin, northeast China’s Heilongjiang Province.

Attracted by the coolness in summer, many tourists come to Harbin for vacation.

Taking advantage of its historical heritage, Harbin in recent years has accelerated the transformation of historical and cultural blocks and the utilization of old buildings, which has promoted the prosperity of the city’s tourism industry. (Photo by Yang Wei/Xinhua)

Summer coolness in Harbin attracts tourists for vacation

Tourists pose for photos on the Central Street in Harbin, northeast China’s Heilongjiang Province, on Aug. 1, 2025.

Attracted by the coolness in summer, many tourists come to Harbin for vacation.

Taking advantage of its historical heritage, Harbin in recent years has accelerated the transformation of historical and cultural blocks and the utilization of old buildings, which has promoted the prosperity of the city’s tourism industry. (Xinhua/Xie Jianfei)

Summer coolness in Harbin attracts tourists for vacation

People visit the Chinese Baroque Historic and Cultural Block in Harbin, northeast China’s Heilongjiang Province, on July 30, 2025.

Attracted by the coolness in summer, many tourists come to Harbin for vacation.

Taking advantage of its historical heritage, Harbin in recent years has accelerated the transformation of historical and cultural blocks and the utilization of old buildings, which has promoted the prosperity of the city’s tourism industry. (Xinhua/Wang Song)

Summer coolness in Harbin attracts tourists for vacation

Tourists sit on the steps to enjoy the cool air by the Songhua River in Harbin, northeast China’s Heilongjiang Province on Aug. 1, 2025.

Attracted by the coolness in summer, many tourists come to Harbin for vacation.

Taking advantage of its historical heritage, Harbin in recent years has accelerated the transformation of historical and cultural blocks and the utilization of old buildings, which has promoted the prosperity of the city’s tourism industry. (Xinhua/Xie Jianfei)

Summer coolness in Harbin attracts tourists for vacation

People buy food on the Central Street in Harbin, northeast China’s Heilongjiang Province, on June 8, 2025.

Attracted by the coolness in summer, many tourists come to Harbin for vacation.

Taking advantage of its historical heritage, Harbin in recent years has accelerated the transformation of historical and cultural blocks and the utilization of old buildings, which has promoted the prosperity of the city’s tourism industry. (Xinhua/Wang Jianwei)

Summer coolness in Harbin attracts tourists for vacation

A dressed-up tourist poses for photos in front of the St. Sophia Cathedral in Harbin, northeast China’s Heilongjiang Province, on June 8, 2025.

Attracted by the coolness in summer, many tourists come to Harbin for vacation.

Taking advantage of its historical heritage, Harbin in recent years has accelerated the transformation of historical and cultural blocks and the utilization of old buildings, which has promoted the prosperity of the city’s tourism industry. (Xinhua/Wang Jianwei)

Summer coolness in Harbin attracts tourists for vacation

Tourists take selfies with Modern popsicles on the Central Street in Harbin, northeast China’s Heilongjiang Province, on Aug. 1, 2025.

Attracted by the coolness in summer, many tourists come to Harbin for vacation.

Taking advantage of its historical heritage, Harbin in recent years has accelerated the transformation of historical and cultural blocks and the utilization of old buildings, which has promoted the prosperity of the city’s tourism industry. (Xinhua/Xie Jianfei)

Summer coolness in Harbin attracts tourists for vacation

People visit a scenic spot on the Central Street in Harbin, northeast China’s Heilongjiang Province, on July 30, 2025.

Attracted by the coolness in summer, many tourists come to Harbin for vacation.

Taking advantage of its historical heritage, Harbin in recent years has accelerated the transformation of historical and cultural blocks and the utilization of old buildings, which has promoted the prosperity of the city’s tourism industry. (Xinhua/Wang Song)

Summer coolness in Harbin attracts tourists for vacation

People visit a scenic spot on the Central Street in Harbin, northeast China’s Heilongjiang Province, on July 30, 2025.

Attracted by the coolness in summer, many tourists come to Harbin for vacation.

Taking advantage of its historical heritage, Harbin in recent years has accelerated the transformation of historical and cultural blocks and the utilization of old buildings, which has promoted the prosperity of the city’s tourism industry. (Xinhua/Wang Song)

Summer coolness in Harbin attracts tourists for vacation

People visit the Chinese Baroque Historic and Cultural Block in Harbin, northeast China’s Heilongjiang Province, on July 30, 2025.

Attracted by the coolness in summer, many tourists come to Harbin for vacation.

Taking advantage of its historical heritage, Harbin in recent years has accelerated the transformation of historical and cultural blocks and the utilization of old buildings, which has promoted the prosperity of the city’s tourism industry. (Xinhua/Wang Song)

Summer coolness in Harbin attracts tourists for vacation

An aerial drone photo taking on Aug. 1, 2025 shows tourists near the Harbin Flood Control Memorial Tower in Harbin, northeast China’s Heilongjiang Province.

Attracted by the coolness in summer, many tourists come to Harbin for vacation.

Taking advantage of its historical heritage, Harbin in recent years has accelerated the transformation of historical and cultural blocks and the utilization of old buildings, which has promoted the prosperity of the city’s tourism industry. (Xinhua/Xie Jianfei)

Reference Link:- https://english.news.cn/20250803/32cbd87b18c3449c993b51553176328d/c.html

Prof. Engr. Zamir Ahmed Awan
Prof. Engr. Zamir Ahmed Awan Founder & Chair, Global Silk Route Research Alliance

Zamir Ahmed Awan is the founder and Chair of the Global Silk Route Research Alliance, a think tank in Islamabad. He studied engineering at Shanghai University in the 1980s, and years later he went back to China as Pakistan's science counsellor in Beijing, from 2010 until 2016, working on science and higher education cooperation between the two countries.…

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