Time is nearly up on the 9th Asian Winter Games approaching Harbin, but the preparations have gone into high gear to make the event stand out with distinction. Every location, meaning the hotels, buses, and restaurants, along with everything allowable by transportation are now 100% arranged. The torch for the Games was lit on January 20 at the Sun Island Scenic Area. This was the start of an online torch relay, which has totally captivated the interest of sports nuts throughout the whole continent.

In the pursuit of convenience for the venues, the city has decided to introduce 40 trains operating on a regular basis between Harbin and Yabuli for the ice and snow events to be held at both places. These are the six high-speed trains that have been put into service on January 21, after which the travel time has been decreased by a significant degree for the athletes and the spectators. The organizers have been on the ball constantly in their search for excellence, having managed 17 test events to fix the weak spots that would give rise to problems during the Games.

The city of Harbin, which is very well known for being rich in the resources of ice and snow, is once again, a global center of attention due to the hosting of this event. Besides numerous winter activities and the fact that it is one of China’s top winter travel destinations, due to which it will be able to give a unique and unforgettable experience to the participating athletes and the visiting guests by adding a diverse array of winter activities, Harbin is on the verge of perfecting its hosting of the Olympic games of various kinds. The Games will be an opportunity not only to witness high-class athletic performance but also to experience the rich culture and the warmheartedness of the local residents.

With the opening ceremony looming, spirits are high among athletes, officials, and fans. The Asian Winter Games will boast almost all winter sports such as skiing, snowboarding, ice hockey, and figure skating. The performances of the competitors from around Asia who are expected in Harbin will be so good that the event will be unforgettable. Indeed, China’s role in the winter sports club of the international community will be more solidified.