Built in 1900, Zhaolin Park (Zhàolín Gōngyuán, 兆麟公园) encompasses 65,000 sq m (16 acres) along the banks of the Songhua River. Originally called Daoli, the park was renamed in 1946 to commemorate General Li Zhaolin, whose remains were buried in the park.

Starting in late December, but officially opening on January 5th each year, the park celebrates the annual Harbin International Ice and Snow Festival. Ice sculptures and replicas of famous buildings throughout the world are recreated and lit from within, creating a magical site which attracts many Chinese and foreigners during the area's coldest months.

Since 2009, the festivities in Zhaolin Park have been known as the Harbin Disney Ice Festival, which resulted in many familiar characters making appearances.

However, if you find yourself in Harbin during a warmer month, the park can be just as enjoyable while the willows and spring flowers are in bloom.

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