Updated Feb 18, 2026
KEY STATS
882K
Population
42,255 km2
Area
314 Mbps
Internet
147m
Elevation
UTC+08:00
Timezone
NDG (12km)
Airport
OVERVIEW
Heilongjiang's Qiqihar spans vast wetlands and Russian-influenced architecture, home to the world's largest crane nature reserve for birdwatching escapes. Nomads brave harsh winters with heated co-working spots and fast trains to Harbin, embracing low costs in this expansive northeastern hub. Zhalong safaris provide refreshing mental resets.
QUICK FACTS
Country
China
Region
Eastern Asia
Population
882K
Timezone
UTC+08:00
Elevation
147 m
Currency
CNY
Language
Chinese
Airport
NDG
GPS
47.34, 123.96
DROPTHE_ GOSSIP
Tech
314 Mbps average download — faster than most capital cities worldwide
Climate
Average temperature 4C — pack warm layers
A mid-sized city of 882,364 people
INFRASTRUCTURE
537 total POIs 0.0 per km²
Above avg per capita
Average
Below avg
Food & Drink
Restaurants
27
Cafes
18
Fast Food
9
Shopping
Supermarkets
5
Convenience
7
Shopping Malls
23
Healthcare
Hospitals
10
Clinics
1
Pharmacies
1
Education
Schools
43
Universities
13
Libraries
7
Recreation
Parks
18
Sports
12
Cinemas
1
Museums
1
Theatres
2
Transport
Bus Stops
185
Train Stations
4
Fuel Stations
10
Services
Banks
29
ATMs
1
Post Offices
5
Police
8
Source: DropThe Database | dropthe.org
INTERNET SPEED
314 Mbps
Download
66 Mbps
Upload
68ms
Latency
666
Tests
208
Devices
2025-Q4
Last updated
CLIMATE
Best time to visit: Jun - Aug
-15°
J
-12°
F
-5°
M
4°
A
13°
M
20°
J
23°
J
20°
A
13°
S
4°
O
-5°
N
-12°
D
18-28 C ideal
Warm/Cool
Extreme
Year avg: 3.9 C Range: -14.7 - 22.5 C Rain: 415 mm/year Sunshine: 3,295 h/year
CITY SCORES
86.6
Nomad Index
B
Livability
37.5
Culture
55.5
Overall
AIRPORT
NDG
Qiqihar Sanjiazi Airport
12 km from center
Very close — ~18 min ride
FUN FACTS
Qiqihar (also spelled Tsitsihar) is the second-largest city in the Heilongjiang province of China, in the west central part of the province.
In 2024, the total registered population of the city will be 5.06 million.
Among them, the rural population is 3.165 million.These are mainly Han Chinese, though the city is also home to thirty-four minorities including Manchus, Daur, and Mongols.
Numerous wetlands are close to Qiqihar, including the Zhalong Nature Reserve, famous in China for being home to numerous red-crowned cranes.
History Early history Qiqihar is one of the oldest cities in the northeast of China.
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What is Qiqihar known for?
Heilongjiang's Qiqihar spans vast wetlands and Russian-influenced architecture, home to the world's largest crane nature reserve for birdwatching escapes. Nomads brave harsh winters with heated co-working spots and fast trains to Harbin, embracing low costs in this expansive northeastern hub. Zhalong safaris provide refreshing mental resets.
How fast is the internet in Qiqihar?
Qiqihar has an average download speed of 314 Mbps and upload speed of 66 Mbps, based on Ookla speed test data.
What is the weather like in Qiqihar?
Qiqihar has an average year-round temperature of approximately 3.9 degrees Celsius.
What airport serves Qiqihar?
Qiqihar is served by NDG (Qiqihar Sanjiazi Airport), approximately 12 km from the city center.
What is the population of Qiqihar?
The population of Qiqihar is approximately 882K.
What infrastructure does Qiqihar have?
Qiqihar has 537 mapped points of interest, including 27 restaurants, 10 hospitals, 43 schools.
What country is Qiqihar in?
Qiqihar is located in China.
