The opening ceremony of the 39th Harbin International Ice and Snow Festival was held on Thursday. The performances in the ceremony included a collaboration between figure skaters and drones, an ice ballet, and ice lanterns. The ceremony told the story of the past 60 years of ice and snow history in Harbin. (Photos: CFP, compiled by Wu Meixuan)

The festival focuses on three chapters: "Meet in the Ice City," "Ice and Snow Songs," and "Charm of Spring Snow." It features main tourist attractions including the Ice Lantern Art Fair in Zhaolin Park, Ice and Snow World, Sun Island, Yabuli Ski Resort, Ice and Snow Carnival, Sunac Snow Park, Volga Manor and Polar Park.

The Harbin Ice and Snow Festival is a significant celebration that has worldwide recognition. International and local tourists attend the event annually. With its colorful culture, Harbin has contributed to athletes excelling in winter sports and encouraged people to take part in ice and snow activities.