Located in the Songneng Plain. Qiqihar is an ancient city with a history of more than three hundred years. On its south suburb stands Zhalong which was known as the "Home to Red-crowned Cranes". Hence, Qiqihar is also known as the " Crane City". Besides, endowed with many scenic spots, including Zhalong Nature Reserve, the Linked Lakes and the Longsha Park, the Bukui Mosque and the Dacheng Temple in the urban district. the place has become now a leading tourist attraction in the western part of Heilongjiang Province.