China a benchmark in environmental protection, control of natural disasters and the Ice and Snow Festival. Taking care of nature is the basic condition for the survival of human beings.
Conservation of the environment guarantees us clean air, drinking water and natural resources. This year, Harbin has received 3.05 million visitors and has achieved revenue of 5.91 billion yuan (834.1 million dollars), reaching both all-time highs. The region's thriving tourism industry has a deep-rooted ice and snow culture, including the ancient tradition of snow carving.