Introducing Yabuli Ski Resort
Located some 23 kilometers (14.29 miles) to the southwest of Yabuli County, at 198 kilometers (123.03 miles) from Harbin, Yabuli Ski Resort is the largest ski resort in China, as well as its largest ski training center. First built in 1980, Yabuli Ski Resort is attached to the Physical Culture and Sports Committee of Heilongjiang. It is the best ski resort in China in terms of slopes, types of slopes, length of slopes and overall services. The Resort has hosted a number of games, including all snow-involving events of the 3rd Asian Winter Games.
Yabuli Ski Resort Fast Facts
• Chinese Name: Yabuli Huaxue Luyou Dujiaqu 亚布力滑雪旅游度假区
• Best Time to Visit: Mid-November to late March
• Recommended Visiting Hours: About 3 to 5 hours
• Things to Do: Photography, Nature, Skiing
• Opening Hours: 08:00-16:30
• Entrance Fee: ¥10; Price for skiing varies according to the programs, hours and dates
• Address: Yabuli Town, Shangzhi, Heilongjiang Province
What to expect at Yabuli Ski Resort
Yabuli Ski Resort is made up by Fengche Heights, Jiaotong Heights, Daqingshan Heights etc. The number of snow days averages around 170 and the skiing season lasts for nearly 150 days. The best time to visit Yabuli Ski Resort is from mid-November until late March. The 11 slopes meet the demands from beginning to experienced skiers. Average snow fall is 30-50 cm in the lower areas and about 100 cm at the top of the mountain.
Autumn is the most beautiful time of Yabuli Ski Resort, for its unique natural scenery. And Fengche Heights has a vast extension of land and attractive sightseeing in all year. Yabuli Ski Resort also offers various kinds of service facilities, including hotels, bars, restaurants, a shopping mall and an aid station.
How to get to Yabuli Ski Resort
By Bus
• Take a tour bus from Harbin Nangang Bus Station or Daowai Bus Station to the resort.
By Train
• Take bullet train from Harbin Railway Station or Harbin East Railway Station and get off at Yabuli Railway Station. Then take a taxi to the resort.
Additional travel advice on Yabuli Ski Resort
• Please wear warm clothes and keep the camera, telephone or other electronic equipment warm to work with battery while taking outdoor activities in winter.
• Visitors can bring their own ski gear.