The ice rink at Qianhai in Beijing's Shichahai officially opened to public this weekend as temperatures dropped and ice thickness met safety standards. The venue kicks off this winter's Shichahai Ice & Snow Carnival, featuring various activities like single and double ice cars, ice bicycles, and more on a sprawling 35,000 square meters. Many locals and tourists flocked to enjoy the ice festivities. Photos: Chen Tao/GT