Core Viewpoint - The winter ice and snow sculptures have become a prominent cultural tourism symbol in northern China, showcasing traditional craftsmanship and modern innovation [1][2] Group 1: Historical and Cultural Significance - The art of ice and snow sculpture dates back to ancient China, with records from the Han Dynasty indicating the use of ice as a material for artistic expression [1] - In 2019, this art form was officially listed as a representative project of intangible cultural heritage in Heilongjiang Province, highlighting its significance in Chinese traditional culture [1] Group 2: Contemporary Innovations - The current ice and snow art season in Harbin exemplifies the combination of "intangible cultural heritage and trendy innovation," with attractions like the "Ice Lantern Dream" tower made from 39,000 cubic meters of ice [2] - New products such as permanent ice and snow sculptures and creative cultural products have emerged, allowing visitors to take home a piece of this art, thus extending its reach beyond seasonal displays [2]

央视网消息：每到进入冬季，冰雪雕景观就成为北方文旅的一张优质名片。从松花江采撷的晶莹冰块，在非遗匠人的刻刀中流转， 最终化身为点亮北国的文旅新地标，吸引着八方来客。 冰雪雕的艺术源流可追溯至中国古代。汉代便有"积冰为楼"记载，初显古人以冰为材的巧思。而现代冰雪雕艺术历经时光淬炼，已 从御寒存物的生活技艺"蝶变"为书写中国故事、凝聚南北风情的文化诗篇。 这门技艺又被称为"减法的艺术"，全凭匠人手持刀铲，通过刻、削、镂、琢，在不断的"去除"中，让晶莹剔透的冰或洁白朴实的 雪，幻化出万千形态。其技法涵盖圆雕、浮雕、透雕，各具神韵。2019年，这项凝聚着匠人智慧与北国灵气的技艺，被正式列入黑 龙江省非物质文化遗产代表性项目名录。 黑龙江省非物质文化遗产冰雪雕技艺代表性传承人张伟洪介绍，比如说圆雕，是将一块冰通过立体雕刻，让它四面观赏，形成前后 左右都通透的艺术效果。 传承绝非简单的重复。当代的冰雪雕艺术是一场"以古人之规矩，开自己之生面"的生动实践。匠人们不断从传统文化中汲取灵感， 让中国元素在冰雪中具象呈现。巍峨的中式建筑、寓意吉祥的灵兽、充满诗意的画卷，纷纷在冰韵国风中找到全新的表达。 E CCTV13 CCTV ...