-Harbin is a major city in [Northeast China](/wiki/Northeast_China), renowned for its severe winters and breathtaking [Ice Festival](/wiki/Ice_Festival). Often called "Ice City," it captivates visitors with distinctive frozen landscapes and a unique blend of cultures.
+Harbin is a major city in [Northeast China](/wiki/Northeast_China), renowned for its severe winters and breathtaking [Ice Festival](/wiki/Ice_Festival). Often called "Ice City," it captivates visitors with distinctive frozen landscapes and a unique blend of cultures, influenced by its history of [Russian](/wiki/Russia) and [Japanese](/wiki/Japan) occupation.