Enjoying a slice of the cold

The capital city, riding on the wave of the Olympics, is developing more ice and snow tour products, according to the report.

But, Northeast China is not lagging.

For now, Liaoning has launched more than 280 winter activities and 160 travel routes featuring hot springs, festive lanterns, folk customs and rural fairs to woo winter vacationers. Also, visitors can enjoy Manchu elements in the province's Fushun city, while taking up various winter sports and savoring seafood in Dandong.

The northernmost province Heilongjiang has developed and keeps upgrading its winter tourism packages. It now has a host of new travel routes, cultural festivals and hundreds of events to ensure winter fun for visitors.

Many new events have also been added this year to spice up the visitor experience.

And, in addition to upgraded ski and hot spring facilities, Heilongjiang will stage nearly 4,000 performances involving classical music, folk songs, opera and acrobatics in its major scenic spots.