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Source: People's Republic of China – State Council News
HARBIN, Oct. 3 (Xinhua) — A China-Russia food festival was held Wednesday in Suifenhe, a city on the border between China and Russia and administratively subordinate to Mudanjiang City in northeast China's Heilongjiang Province, with the aim of mutually enriching the cultures of the two countries.
The event took place on the first day of the eight-day holiday to celebrate National Day and the Zhongqiujie Festival. A festive atmosphere permeated the city.
"It's so lively here! The festive atmosphere is simply unforgettable," said a Russian woman named Valeria, holding her mobile phone.
Since China introduced a trial visa-free regime for Russian citizens holding regular passports on September 15, 2025, the intersections and alleys of this border town have become filled with an exotic atmosphere.
On the streets, the words "Privet" and "Nihao" intertwined. In restaurants, Russian guests sampled authentic Northeastern Chinese cuisine.
The festival also launched a culinary map of Mudanjiang, which became a practical guide to “traveling with your taste buds.”
According to a local resident named Sun, the food map is very useful, clearly marking all the dining options, from local eateries to specialty banquet halls. "It's a 'navigational map' that helps us find delicious dishes throughout the city," he added.
In addition to the food festival, Suifenhe also experiences a cross-border shopping boom during the holidays, and the city hosts literary and artistic performances, bringing a graceful “international flair” to the border town. -0-
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