Russian-style architecture, folk dances as well as a taste of local mouthwatering delicacies make Harbin a top tourism destination for Russian visitors.
To get to this year's two sessions, Wan Gang, minister of science and technology, will not be driving a black Audi, the car that has become synonymous with Chinese officialdom.
New subsidies for green vehicles are in the works as the Chinese government continues to balance the often-conflicting goals of boosting domestic demand and promoting environmental sustainability.
Editor's note: The number of drivers on China's roads is constantly growing, posing new challenges. The following is a summary of statements made by delegates from the auto industry during the annual two sessions. Here they suggest ways for the government to strengthen the industry while building a better society.
China's luxury car market has gotten off to a slow start in 2013 after several years of strong growth, according to recently released sales statistics for the first two months.
To further consolidate its lead in China, Volkswagen Group has announced plans to expand local production and introduce a low-price model aimed at entry-level consumers.
Widely known as China's answer to Silicon Valley, Zhongguancun in Beijing has played a crucial role in supporting the local economy while providing the research that drives the nation's high-tech industries.
Heilongjiang's progress in science and technology will rely more on innovation from corporations in the years to come, the provincial government announced during a science conference in February.
In only three years after its establishment, the Hanan New Industrial Area in Harbin has risen rapidly to fame due to one emerging industry.
Ding Yanping's son has been studying in Australia for three years after he finished middle school in China.
In 2008, when Chen Xiaoming was picking up a head of a Fortune Global 500 company from the airport, he was surprised at the contents of the man's suitcase - instant noodles, bottled water and candles.
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