Quiz a local on what the most iconic structures in town are and they'll likely mention Long Ta. It's one of the first things that'll catch your eye when you start exploring.
You'll soon discover why this Nangang Qu modern piece of architecture is popular with travelers. If you're searching for other things to see here, Saint Sophia Church, Heilongjiang Provincial Museum, and Zhongyang Street are in this area as well. They won't take you long to reach from Long Ta.