Heihe: A China-Russia Border Town
What Really Happens on the China-Russia Border ๐จ๐ณ๐ท๐บ
Deep Inside the CHINA-RUSSIA BORDER
Where China ends and Russia begins lies Heiheโa fascinating border city shaped by the cultures and economies of two global powerhouses. In this video, we dive into the unique daily life of Heiheโs residents and explore its interesting connection to neighboring Siberian Russia.
Watch as we dive deep into the culture of this border town, from bustling Chinese morning markets where Russians shop for cheaper goods, enjoy street food, and even get massages, to the complex realities of living at the edge of two nations.
Is it possible to live an ordinary life in a city so intertwined with two superpowers? Join us as we experience the sights, sounds, and stories of Heihe, and get a glimpse of what life is really like along the China-Russia border.
Video Chapters
- 00:00 - Intro
- 02:50 - Scoring Top bins
- 06:35 - Exploring Chinas Council Estates
- 10:56 - Russian Supermarket
- 13:01 - Making Russian Friends
- 16:35 - Taking a Boat to Blagoveshchensk
- 20:02 - First Time In a Russian Restaurant
- 20:47 - Russian Market in China
- 28:50 - Bargaining for Warmth
- 35:11 - Russia left this in China