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All China Harbin

The Atlas Obscura Guide To Harbin

2 Cool, Hidden, and Unusual Things to Do in Harbin, China

Updated June 24, 2015

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Harbin Ice and Snow Festival

One of the world's largest ice festivals dazzles visitors for over a month with radiant sculptures and carvings.
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Harbin, China

Unit 731 Museum

An impactful museum ensures notorious war crimes disguised as "medical experimentation" won't soon be forgotten.
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