Various ski resorts in northeast China's Liaoning Province have been attracting tourists with enjoyable experiences and local cultural offerings this winter.
At a national-level ski resort in the province, tourists dressed in vibrant skiing outfits were showcasing their skills while having a great time.
"We rushed over here as soon as the ski resort opened. I have lost track of how many laps I've done; I've been skiing non-stop," said one skier.
"Being here is incredibly refreshing. It energizes my entire body -- a familiar feeling I haven't experienced in a long time," said another skier.
To elevate the consumer experience, the ski resort has incorporated local folk customs into its skiing activities.
A dining area has been set up, featuring local-style hot pots paired with seasonal fruits such as strawberries and frozen pears, allowing tourists to recharge while enjoying local food culture and traditions.
Ski resorts attract tourists with enjoyable experiences, cultural offerings
China's coal production of enterprises above the designated size reached 4.83 billion tonnes in 2025, up 1.2 percent year on year and marking a new historical high, according to the China National Coal Association.
As the cornerstone of the country's energy security, coal output maintained steady growth throughout the year in 2025, providing strong support for stable energy supply.
Four major coal-producing regions -- Shanxi, Shaanxi, Inner Mongolia, and Xinjiang -- accounted for about 82 percent of national output in the past year, with their outbound shipments made up more than 95 percent of China's inter-provincial coal transfers, playing a critical role in ensuring reliable and stable coal supply nationwide.
Since the onset of winter, the demand for coal has climbed up as energy consumption for heating continues to increase. To cope with the seasonal surge, railway authorities across the country have optimized transport planning and dispatching to ensure smooth coal deliveries during the peak consumption period.
"China's national coal output has continued to show stable growth since winter began. In December alone, raw coal production of enterprises above the designated size reached 440 million tonnes, with average daily output of 14.1 million tonnes, remaining at a historical high. Coal production has increased steadily, while inventory levels have also stayed at a high level," said Zhang Hong, vice president of the China National Coal Association.
Industrial enterprises above designated size refer to those with an annual main business revenue of 20 million yuan (about 2.87 million U.S. dollars) or more.
China's 2025 coal production reaches 4.83 bln tonnes, up 1.2 pct
