Classic movies like the Harry Potter series and Léon are captivating audiences in China as they screen in the Chinese market.
The re-screening of the Harry Potter series is evoking nostalgia in generations of movie buffs, rekindling their love for the magical world of wizards.
"I started watching 'Harry Potter' series over a decade ago, and I was thrilled to see the entire series being re-screened. I want to collect all eight movie tickets," said a moviegoer.
"I really got to experience the joy of watching a movie on the big screen. Even after watching it so many times, I still notice new details," another movie admirer remarked. . The 1994 French crime film Léon, first introduced to Chinese fans in 2002 through video discs, has now returned to theaters in China, resonating with nostalgic movie enthusiasts.
"This is the first time Léon is being shown in the Chinese mainland. I have read great reviews about it before, so I came to see it," shared one fan.
As classic films make a comeback on the big screen, audiences are rediscovering timeless favorites in stunning quality.
"Léon is a classic movie by Luc Besson. The 4K restoration offers a high-definition experience that is truly immersive," another moviegoer said.
Harry Potter, Léon captivate audiences in China
A new train route from Harbin to Mohe in northeast China's Heilongjiang Province is offering tourists a unique cultural experience as part of China's booming winter tourism services.
Harbin and Mohe are two prominent winter tourist destinations in China. Harbin is home to the world's largest snow theme park, Ice and Snow World, which features intricate ice and snow sculptures and landscapes spanning one million square meters. Mohe, China's northernmost city, offers unique experiences, including encounters with forest reindeer and sightings of the breathtaking Northern Lights.
This year, the train journey between Harbin and Mohe offers a unique and memorable experience for tourists, providing a thrilling lag to their winter adventure. The train departs Harbin every day at 18:20, winding its way through the snow-covered landscapes of northeast China. The 18-hour ride is a celebration of the region's rich culture, immersing passengers in the vibrant traditions and customs of the area.
Travelers can enjoy the live performances of Yangge, a song-and-dance duet popular in the Northeast of China, and are even invited to join in to fully enjoy the lively and warm atmosphere. The ornaments and cushions on the train with distinctive local style ooze the generous, warm-hearted, and humorous spirit of the region.
Tourists from across China are flocking to experience the unique cultural journey offered by the new train route. Liu Huixing, a tourist from Changsha, Hunan Province, expressed her enthusiasm for the trip.
"We are from Hunan's Changsha, and we will stay in Heilongjiang for seven days. The shows tonight were amazing, very joyful, we also participated, and loved it so much," she said.
"The activities offer tourists from southern China a special experience. In this way, they can enjoy northeast China's culture before they arrive at Mohe City. And our train is very popular," said Shi Lei, the conductor of the train.
The unique offerings of the train complements local attractions and have made the Harbin-to-Mohe route a key driver of Heilongjiang's winter tourism boom.
Over 87 million tourist trips were made to Harbin between November 2023 and February 2024, generating revenue of 125 billion yuan (about 17 billion U.S. dollars), the highest in its history up to last year.
China's central government has also set goals that by 2027, the total value of winter tourism should reach 1.2 trillion yuan (about 164 billion U.S. dollars), and by 2030, increase to 1.5 trillion yuan (about 206 billion U.S. dollars).
The Asian Winter Games to be held in Harbin in February 2025 will make winter tourism even more popular in China.
China's northeast region sees surge in winter tourism with new train route
