Heihe is located on China’s border, with the Amur River separating it from the Russian city of Blagoveshchensk. Visa-free travel between the cities has fuelled a booming Sino-Russian trade and trans-border tourist industry.
Heihe is one of the five ancient cities of Heilongjiang Province, located at the heart of a network of rivers, valleys and mountains. Paintings on precipitous cliffs suggest humans settled in the area as early as the Palaeolithic Age, although the city lacks any form of museum or gallery documenting its ancient history.
Despite bitter temperatures, Heihe is a popular winter holiday destination. Lake Woniu becomes a playground for a range of ice based activities such as skating, and skiers can enjoy the slopes of nearby Heihe Longzhu International Ski Resort. Picture perfect scenes of nature are the Heihe’s main draw; however, the city has a unique culture that is also interesting to observe.
Getting There & Away
Hiehe Airport, located 17kms outside the city, has one weekly flight to Beijing and daily flights to Harbin. Flights to Beijing take 3 hours, 40 minutes and flights between Heihe and Harbin take just 1 hour. The railway bus stations, both situated in the south of the city, provide transport to Harbin and other cities.
Things to Do
Heihe Attractions
- Wudalianchi lakes
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These five connected lakes were formed when a volcano erupted in 1719. conical volcano peaks, crystal clear waters and wooded mountains create a spectacular scene.
- Longzhu International Ski Resort
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This world class recreational site for ski enthusiasts enjoys china’s longest snow season, with snow covering the ground for approximately 174 days.
- Great Zhan National Park
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This area offers spectacular scenes of virgin nature. the park is divided into six sections including a forest area, a linking lakes scenic area and the drifting area of the great zhan river.
- Woniu Lake
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Next to longzhu ski resort, this scenic spot is home to a diverse range of flora and fauna and wild animals including black bears, wild boar and pheasants.
Side trips from Heihe
- Daytrip to Blagoveschensk
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Experience this russian city by browsing the shops and sampling the local cuisine.