The Jilin International Ice and Snow Photography exhibit kicked off in Jilin city, Jilin Province in northeast China on Sunday, attracting hundreds of photographers from all over the world. (Photos: Chi Jingyi/People’s Daily app)

The exhibit is being hosted by the Jilin city government and China Photographers' Association to promote the travel industry in Jilin. The theme of ice and snow fits with the city in North China.

Some 120 photos selected from 20,000 photos submitted by photographers were awarded best photos.

Beautiful sceneries caught by photographers are expected to attract more tourists to Jilin. What’s more, ice and snow sports is receiving government support. Elementary schools, middle schools and high schools are equipped with facilities to ski, skate and play hockey. Winter swimming has been another popular sport in recent years.

Photos are displayed outdoors on snow at the exhibit.

Snow camera and ice pillars at the Art Center in Jilin city, Jilin Province.

Photographers seen in action.

The opening ceremony of the exhibit at the Museum in Jilin City, Jilin Province in northeast China on Sunday