Harbin Architectural Art Gallery

Harbin Architectural Art Gallery

The Harbin Architectural Art Gallery is a national AAAA-level tourist attraction.

The Harbin Architectural Art Gallery is a professional exhibition venue showcasing the city’s historical culture and architectural art. It consists of two parts: the Saint Sophia Cathedral, a national key cultural relics protection unit, and the former Jewish New Synagogue, a municipal-level protected building.

The Saint Sophia Cathedral scenic area is located on the southern bank of the Songhua River, covering an area of 50,000 square meters, and is renowned both at home and abroad for its unique architectural landscape and European-style charm. The Saint Sophia Cathedral is currently the best-preserved example of typical Byzantine architecture in China. The murals, chandeliers, bell tower, dome, and choir loft inside the cathedral all showcase a rich variety of cultural elements and uniquely crafted artistic features.

The Urban Construction Planning Exhibition Hall project was completed and opened to the public on July 1, 2001. The underground exhibition hall has a total floor area of 3,972 square meters and is the first modern exhibition venue built in Harbin. It is divided into six areas: exhibition, demonstration, reception, office, sand table control, and exhibit storage. Inside the Harbin Architectural Art Gallery, there is a 1:600 scale miniature model of downtown Harbin, covering an area of 396 square meters, which is the second-largest urban sand table in China. The historical photos and materials in the synagogue display the important status and outstanding contributions of the Jewish people in human history, and recreate the life history of Jews in Harbin.

Scenic Area Address: No. 162 Jingwei Street, Daoli District, Harbin City, Heilongjiang Province (near Central Street)

Ticket Price: 20 RMB per person, 10 RMB per person for students and military personnel

Opening Hours: 8:30–17:00

Transportation: Take bus routes 21, 105, 116, etc. in Harbin City and get off at Jingwei Street Station.

Further Reading:

· China National Second-Class Museum