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JAYDA HOUSTONUnited States

Harbin Half-Day Tour: European Style and Romantic River Views

Before the Ice and Snow World was built ⛄️, this is how we got to know Harbin. We checked out St. Sophia Cathedral and Central Street ⛪️. Walking across the Songhua River Bridge felt like walking on a painting of the river. Strolling through the Harbin Pharmaceutical Group No. 6 Factory, it felt like being abroad 💐. We discovered the beautiful and bustling Chinese Baroque architecture! 📝|Route Suggestion: Harbin Pharmaceutical Group No. 6 Factory → Songhua River Railway Bridge → Chinese Baroque Historical and Cultural District → St. Sophia Cathedral → Central Street 📸|About the Attractions: ✅ Harbin Pharmaceutical Group No. 6 Factory: The "Oriental Louvre." Take photos with the exterior of the building in the pedestrian area diagonally opposite the southeast entrance (P2). Inside the gate, behind the brown building in the atrium, you can take photos away from the crowds (P1). Visit the art exhibition and learn about the history of Harbin Pharmaceutical Group inside the building 💊. ✅ Songhua River Railway Bridge 🌄From sunset and blue skies to the lights, every moment is a dreamlike scene. 🚗Take a taxi and search for "China Eastern Railway Bridgehead". 🕒Recommended time: 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM ✅ Zhonghua Baroque Historical and Cultural District Navigate to McDonald's Zhonghua Baroque Store. Start your journey from here; the pace will be very slow, as every corner is so adorable—snowmen, strawberry bears, and Christmas decorations🎄 ✅ St. Sophia Cathedral & Central Street A must-see landmark. Central Street isn't far from the cathedral. The Madier Original Ice Cream is delicious🍦
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