This historical one-day tour takes you from the Evidence Exhibition Hall of the Japanese Army's Unit 731 to the Ice and Snow Culture Museum, followed by visits to the Heilongjiang Provincial Museum and the Qiulin Museum. End your journey with a leisurely stroll down Gogol Street, soaking up the historic ambiance and charming atmosphere of Harbin.
Travel Advisory: This tour may be best suited for children aged 10 and above due to the serious nature of some historical content.
Itinerary Summary: Hotel pickup - Unit 731 Exhibition Hall and Site - Ice and Snow Culture Museum - Lunch - Heilongjiang Provincial Museum - Qiulin Museum - Gogol Street - Return to hotel.
Unit 731 Exhibition Hall and Site Museum
This museum houses nearly 100,000 pieces of evidence and historical materials that reveal the atrocities committed by the Japanese Army's Unit 731. The new building opened to the public in 2015, featuring rich exhibits and detailed historical information that will take you deep into this dark chapter of history.
Ice and Snow Culture Museum
As the first museum in China dedicated to ice and snow culture, it opened on August 26, 2023. Its unique charm has made it a popular destination for school trips. Visitors can explore and engage in interactive experiences to enhance their understanding and interest in ice and snow culture. Additionally, the museum features the “This Window: Graffiti Ice and Snow Art Exhibition,” showcasing works by mentally challenged youth, including those with autism, Down syndrome, and cerebral palsy, transforming ice and snow into a realm of magic and dreams.
Heilongjiang Provincial Museum
The Heilongjiang Provincial Museum is a comprehensive museum that integrates historical relics, natural specimens, and artworks. It is tasked with the protection, excavation, collection, and research of the province's historical, revolutionary, and ethnic artifacts. The museum’s most prized possession is a bronze seated dragon from the Jin Dynasty.
Qiulin Museum
The Qiulin Museum of Kvass showcases over a century of Harbin’s history and the story of the Qiulin Company. It houses precious artifacts from life and industry in Harbin a hundred years ago, vividly reconstructed through rich exhibits that reflect the historical trajectory of industrial development in Harbin.
Gogol Street
Stroll along Gogol Street, admiring the architectural scenery along both sides.
This itinerary can be customized according to your preferences, ensuring a compact yet enriching experience of Harbin’s historical heritage.