Russian tourists flock to Heihe's bustling morning market

As temperatures gradually rise in early spring days in Northeast China, the famous international outdoor morning market in Aihui district of Heihe, Heilongjiang province, is bustling once again, with the lively atmosphere permeating the streets and alleys.

The market is a great place for locals to gather socially, and it has also become a popular destination for Russian tour groups looking to shop.

Filled with the aroma of delicious local food, a wide variety of fresh produce, and an array of daily necessities, the market doubles as a vegetable basket for locals and a dynamic window into the deep integration of Sino-Russian trade and cultural tourism.