China-Austria winter carnival kicks off in Shanxi
By Zhu Xingxin and Zhou Huiying | chinadaily.com.cn | Updated: 2026-01-08 14:56
The 2nd China-Austria Ice and Snow Culture Carnival kicked off on Tuesday in Lingchuan county, Jincheng, Shanxi province, tapping into the growing enthusiasm for winter sports.
Julian Gale, a senior official from Klagenfurt, Austria, praised the event as a spectacular experience and emphasized its role in strengthening exchanges between different cultures.
Gale also highlighted the consistently positive impact of bilateral cooperation in sports, culture, and the economy, affirming that Klagenfurt will continue to deepen collaboration with Shanxi.
Located at the southern end of the Taihang Mountains, Lingchuan boasts a unique climate and ample ecological resources, making it an ideal winter destination for ice-snow recreation and health and wellness.
Cooperation between Lingchuan and the Austrian province of Carinthia has deepened in recent year. In 2024, Lingchuan established sister-city ties with Feistritz an der Gail and co-hosted the first Ice and Snow Culture Carnival in 2025.
