Visitors ski at Yunqiu Mountain Ski Resort. [Photo/Shanxi Daily] 

Shanxi province in North China is a perfect winter getaway. With breathtaking ice sculptures, thrilling snow sports, and picturesque snowy landscapes, this destination offers a wealth of irresistible charm for visitors. 

As the temperature drops, numerous ski resorts in Shanxi have opened their doors. 

Yunqiu Mountain Ski Resort, located at an altitude of over 700 meters, boasts a high forest coverage rate of 89 percent and an abundance of oxygen. With ample sunshine, optimal temperatures, and excellent visibility, it provides an unparalleled skiing environment. 

For those looking for a nighttime skiing adventure, Datong Wanlong Baideng Mountain International Ski Resort is a must-visit. Situated within the Baideng Mountain Forest Park, this resort covers an area of 33 hectares and offers enchanting lighting that creates a romantic atmosphere for night skiing. 

Other ski resorts in the province also await visitors, providing opportunities for skiing, leisure, entertainment, and culinary delights.

Taihang Mountain Grand Canyon is covered with snow. [Photo/Shanxi Daily] 

With the growing popularity of winter sports, a variety of ice and snow tour packages are available, offering visitors a wider range of choices for their winter vacations. 

Taihang Mountain Grand Canyon in winter is adorned with ice waterfalls, presenting a dazzling and translucent beauty. Youyu county in winter unveils a romantic charm with its snowy landscapes transforming the once lush forest into a pristine winter wonderland. At Wulao Peak scenic area, you will be treated to the rare sight of a sea of clouds blanketing the snow-covered peaks.

Snow-covered Wulao Peak in Yongji, Shanxi province. [Photo/Shanxi Daily]