The 20th China-Russia-Mongolia Snow and Ice Festival opened in Manzhouli, North China's Inner Mongolia autonomous region, on Dec 23, 2018. The festival includes eight themed scenic areas and takes up a total area of 22,000 square meters. [Photo/people.com.cn]

A visitor photographs a snow sculpture on Dec 23, 2018. According to local media reports, during this year's three-month event, visitors will be able to enjoy duty-free shopping along with numerous recreational activities while viewing the ice and snow sculptures. [Photo/people.com.cn]