A Stroll Through the Snow—Central Street and St. Sophia Cathedral after a Snowfall

❄️My second time in the snowy northeast! Harbin in winter is romantic and dreamy! When the first snow falls, the city is transformed into a winter wonderland! The colorful ice sculptures, ice slides, and ice lanterns on the streets create a fairy tale atmosphere! 🏯If you only visit one place in Harbin, it has to be Central Street and St. Sophia Cathedral! The snow season is beautiful both day and night! The European-style buildings are especially majestic at night, the streets are covered in snow, the streetlights emit a soft yellow light, and tourists stroll leisurely. The snow-covered trees glisten in the light. The picture is realistic, with cool blue and white tones, and warm lights. The perspective is slightly downward, with a central composition that highlights the depth of the street, and soft lighting that creates a peaceful and warm atmosphere. 🍲Central Street Food List: 🍦Modern Popsicle: Eat a popsicle in the snow and experience the joy of not being afraid of the cold like a Northeasterner! Northeast Iron Pot Stew: A perfect combination of pork, vermicelli, potatoes, and cabbage, steaming hot and satisfying! Russian Flavor: Recommended red sausage, rye bread, and canned beef, for an exotic taste. 💒After eating, don't rush back to the hotel, go for a walk to digest! Snow falls on the church dome, making it look like a postcard! In addition to the elegant and magnificent appearance under the blue sky, the church is resplendent and magnificent under the lights at night, with its reflection even more exquisite, showing its classical elegance! ⛪️There are actually three St. Sophia Cathedrals in the world, located in Istanbul, Turkey, Novgorod, Russia, and Harbin, the one you see now. Byzantine architecture, "Aya Sophia" means "wisdom of God." It is a shining example of ancient Byzantine civilization and a symbol of the empire! Harbin's St. Sophia Cathedral was built in 1907 and has a history of over 100 years. It has become a landmark of Harbin and a must-see for tourists like me. The red brick, onion dome, and golden cross are all features of this building. If the interior is not under renovation, you can pay 15 yuan to see the biblical icons inside. During the day, you can spend a few yuan to feed the pigeons flying over the church, and at night you can look for their curled-up figures on the walls! 🌊If conditions permit, find a place, take a cup of hot water, and leave a beautiful "water into ice" picture of your trip to the snowy northeast! 🧤Dress warmly: Harbin's winter is very cold, so be sure to wear enough warm clothes, including down jackets, hats, gloves, and scarves. 🛎Of course, also remember to protect your phone and camera!