2016 China-Russia snow and ice sculpture contest opens in Heihe (2)

The 2016 China-Russia snow and ice sculpture contest began in Heihe, Heilongjiang province on Dec. 6.

Centering around the main sculpture, “China-Russia Bridge of Friendship,” the theme of this year's event is “Silent Heihe River and Wonderful Snow World.” Over 27 teams and almost 100 contestants participated in the contest. Boasting 40 festive lanterns to be decorated by the local government, the ice and snow sculptures will become a new scenic spot on the border between China and Russia.