Zhongyang Street

Zhongyang Street was built in 1898 and became the first commercial pedestrian street in 1997. It starts from the Flood Control Memorial Tower along the Songhua River in the north and extends to Jingwei Street in the south. On both sides of this pedestrian street paved with square stones are many European buildings of various styles such as Renaissance, Baroque, etc., which are full of romantic charm.

Highlights of Zhongyang Street

Modern Hotel

Modern Hotel

Modern Hotel was built in 1906, making it one of the earliest buildings on Zhongyang Street in Art Nouveau style. It has been graced by many celebrities of the past, whereas inside it is cosily decorated, telling of quite a rich historical and cultural backstory. Besides the stunning renovation of the building, Modern's popsicles are also of infinite delight the classic original flavor cleans your palate beautifully, creamy and silky，bringing a cool delight.

Qiulin Kvass Centennial Cultural Center

There are three things you have to try when you visit the Qiulin Kvass Centennial Cultural Center. The first is Kvass. Kvass is a beverage made from the fermentation of dried bread. It has a mellow, tart and sweet flavor with a bread-like aroma. Qiulin Kvass is renowned for its Kvass. It was started in 1900 and has a hundred-year history. Thus, they built the Qiulin Kvass Centennial Cultural Center to commemorate its history. Here you can taste the most authentic Harbin Kvass and witness the making of the Kvass. Besides, visitors can also try Harbin's red sausage. Its meat is firm and the saltiness is moderate, not too salty. Visitors can stir-fry it or steam it. Of course, if they don't want too much trouble, they can also eat it directly. The last one is stone bread. It's shaped like a road-paving stone in Harbin. It doesn't look fancy on the outside, but the blend of butter and nuts inside gives a unique taste.

Shock Courtyard

Shock Courtyard

Shock Courtyard was the residence of Russian engineer Komtrad Shock in 1919 when he helped build Zhongyang Street in Harbin. To commemorate his contributions to Zhongyang Street, the place where he lived at that time was named after him. That's how Shock Courtyard got its name. In 2024, the Shock Courtyard was renovated. It has a classic vintage European decoration style and retains the original breadstone road.

Flood Control Memorial Tower

Flood Control Memorial Tower

The Flood Control Memorial Tower was composed of four parts: the base tower body, the fountain, the corridor and the square, and the whole is composed of the central tower body and the background corridor, forming a semi-enclosed structure. It was built to commemorate the great historical event of the people of Harbin overcoming the great flood in 1957. Here visitors can admire the magnificent sculptures and feel the resilient spirit of Harbin.