Chinese Snow Village Apologizes for Using Cotton and Soap to Simulate Snow

The Chengdu tourist attraction closed after visitors criticized its use of fake snow during unusually warm weather.

The Chengdu Snow Village in Sichuan province faced backlash for using cotton wool and soapy water to create artificial snow after unseasonably warm weather prevented real snowfall.
Promotional images of snowy landscapes attracted tourists, but visitors were disappointed to find the fake snow, leading to widespread criticism on social media.
The attraction issued a public apology, admitting the fake snow failed to meet expectations and offering refunds to dissatisfied tourists.
The site has since been closed, and local authorities are investigating the incident for potential false advertising violations.
The controversy highlights the challenges tourist destinations face as climate change increasingly disrupts weather patterns worldwide.