A nice way to work your way back from Sun Island in a gondola car that takes you over the banks of the Songhua.
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江畔公园 Jiāngpàngōngyuán
Long tree covered walkway that stretches the city-side banks of the Songhua river, a really nice and pleasant walk.
防洪胜利纪念塔 Fánghóng Shènglì Jìniàn Tǎ
Built in 1958 to commemorate the successful defense against the 1957 Songhua River flood. The 22.5-meter-tall tower features a circular platform with relief sculptures. It marks the northern end of Central Avenue and is a popular spot for riverside views.
兆麟公园 Zhàolíngōngyuán
During the winter this park houses ice sculptures for the festivals, but during the off season, it is a pleasant stroll as well.
万达国际电影城 Wàndá Guójì Diànyǐng Chéng
中央大街 Zhōngyāng Dàjiē; lit. Central Avenue
This cobblestone lined street is a pedestrian only street that could serve as a perfect remnant of the bustling international business activities at the turn of the 20th century. The 1.4-km long street is a veritable museum of European architectural styles, including Baroque and Byzantine façades, Jewish architectural wonders, a Russian restaurant, French fashion houses (Fake Chinese Brands), American snack food outlets (Mcdonalds and KFC and a Chinese owned "American Bar"), and a Japanese restaurant. In winter, one can walk out onto the ice or take a dog sledge or horse sledge ride. It is the prettiest site in Harbin as far as the city itself is concerned, however, if you go mid-day during the weekend be prepared to push through the crowds.
哈尔滨犹太新会堂 Hā'ěrbīn Yóutài Xīnhuìtáng
Has been restored and contains an impressive collection detailing the history of Jews in Harbin. There were 20,000 at one point and the synagogue is well worth a visit. Further up Tong Jiang Jie is the old synagogue that is now a youth hostel and cafe, with the old Jewish school next door -both worth a detour to look at from the outside.