Ice and snow carnival opens at Beijing Expo Park

Beijing Expo Park in the city's Yanqing district held its first ice and snow carnival on Friday, attracting people from across the city.

Thirty-nine festive lanterns were installed, incorporating traditional culture and the theme of time in the new landmark in the capital.

The carnival will run until Feb 28, local authorities said, spanning New Year's Day, the Spring Festival holiday and Lantern Festival. 

Meanwhile, multiple sports and amusement projects were also set up.