China's northernmost ski resort, the Arctic Ski Resort in Mohe, Heilongjiang province, welcomed its first visitors on Friday.

More than 500 ski enthusiasts and tourists were drawn to the event to enjoy the beautiful scenery and the endless thrills of ice and snow sports.

The resort also offers a range of entertainment choices for tourists in the snow, such as tug-of-war, football, and snowmobile riding.

As the northernmost city in China, Mohe can provide tourists with a long ski season that will last through April.