As Minor Snow swept across China this week, nature painted an ethereal contrast between north and south! The northern regions like Jilin and Heilongjiang transformed into frosty wonderlands, with frozen lakes glistening like shattered diamonds under pale sunlight. Meanwhile, southern provinces like Fujian and Yunnan remain a lush paradise
—think terraced tea fields wrapped in mist and citrus groves bursting with color.
This solar term isn’t just about weather—it’s a cultural heartbeat. Winter’s arrival sparks hotpot feasts , poetic snow-viewing traditions, and cozy market stalls selling roasted chestnuts. For photographers and travelers? It’s prime time: capture snow-draped Great Wall sections or hike through emerald bamboo forests untouched by frost.
Pro tip: Locals say Minor Snow is nature’s reminder to slow down—perfect for sipping ginger tea while soaking in mountain hot springs. Where would you rather be: building snow pandas in Harbin or chasing waterfalls in Guizhou? Let us know!
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cgtn.com