In the far, far north of China, right on the border between China and Russia, lies a region with a very interesting history. This is an area that used to be controlled by the Russians. Harbin, one of China's major cities, used to be majority Russian; and there are towns where you'll find an unexpected minority group: the "Russian Chinese", people of Russian descent who only speak Mandarin!
Let's embark on a journey to learn about fake Russian import shops, the size of Russian-Chinese sausages, and how the locals view interracial marriage. This was my final stop in China.
Journey to China's hidden north! Discover Harbin, a city with a Russian past, and towns where Russian descendants speak only Mandarin. Explore unique shops, unusual sausages, and local views on marriage. This video is the traveler's final China stop, promising a fascinating glimpse into a lesser-known cultural blend.
In the far, far north of China, right on the border between China and Russia, lies a region with a very interesting history. This is an area that used to be controlled by the Russians. Harbin, one of China's major cities, used to be majority Russian; and there are towns where you'll find an...
Attractions in this video: Russian Orthodox Church, Synagogue, Russian Import Stores, Kvass, Russian-chinese Minority
