1、 Introduction

Against the backdrop of melting Arctic ice and increasing economic value, Russian Arctic tourism has become a new hotspot for cooperation. The natural landscapes, cultural heritage, and ecosystems of the Arctic region have unique tourism value. The theory of "heterotopia" provides a new perspective for exploring the heterogeneity of tourism space and cultural differences. The participation of Chinese enterprises in building a sustainable polar "utopia" will help to leverage the role of regional enterprises, enhance the enthusiasm of Chinese cities to participate in Russian Arctic cooperation, and provide new ideas for Sino Russian Arctic cooperation.

2、 As a tourism space of the 'Utopia'

In the context of commercialization in the tourism industry, the phenomenon of homogenization of tourism space is widespread, leading to a disconnect between cultural significance and tourist attractions. As a strategic location, the cultural uniqueness of the Arctic region in Russia faces the risk of destruction in tourism development. To protect cultural characteristics, attention should be paid to the heterogeneous culture of tourist destinations and the correct exploration and display of tourism resources. The postmodern spatial theory of 'heterotopia' provides a new research paradigm that emphasizes authenticity, diversity, and constructiveness, offering new perspectives for understanding, perceiving, and constructing social spaces. From the perspective of "heterotopia", the heterogeneity of cultural space in the Arctic region of Russia has been re examined, transcending traditional concepts, seeking differences and uniqueness, creating attractive tourism and cultural spaces, and becoming the key to attracting tourists and promoting Arctic tourism cooperation between China and Russia.

3、 Exploring 'Utopia': The Development Potential of Arctic Tourism in Russia

The Arctic region of Russia has abundant tourism and biological resources, and the government is actively promoting infrastructure construction and northern waterway transportation, which is expected to attract huge investment. The tourism development potential in the Arctic region is enormous, but it faces challenges such as incomplete policies and regulations, population loss, and talent shortage. Russia needs to establish a regionally distinctive "dystopian" development model, adjust its economic structure, and promote the economic and social transformation and international cooperation in the Arctic region.

4、 China and Russia jointly build a 'utopia'

The Arctic region has enormous potential for tourism resource development, but faces many challenges and requires international cooperation. Russia actively promotes the development of the Arctic region and seeks cooperation with China to facilitate its integration into globalization. China supports the participation of enterprises in the development of Arctic tourism resources, advocates low-carbon, ecological and responsible tourism, and promotes sustainable development. Murmansk Oblast in Russia and the Guangdong Hong Kong Macao Greater Bay Area in China can serve as examples of Arctic tourism cooperation between the two sides.

5、 Conclusion

The Arctic region of Russia, as a 'utopia', has unique historical, cultural, social, and economic value, attracting global attention. Maintaining its unique characteristics is crucial in the development of tourism products, in line with the vision of tourism enterprises and potential tourists. Under the framework of the "the Belt and Road", China and Russia cooperate to develop Arctic tourism resources, improve service levels, promote infrastructure construction, and make the "Ice Silk Road" a win-win road, which reflects the development of China Russia relations and the deepening of the "the Belt and Road" initiative.