Tomorrow’s winter solstice brings magic to Beijing as the Summer Palace’s iconic Seventeen-Arch Bridge stages its annual golden light show! 🔥 Every December, sunset aligns perfectly with the bridge’s 17 arches, creating fiery ribbons of light – a 18th-century engineering marvel meeting 2025’s smartphone-ready spectacle.
📸 Pro tip: Arrive by 4 PM local time for prime photo spots. The phenomenon lasts only 10-15 minutes, but the memory? Eternal. Local guides say this year’s clarity could be the best since 2020 due to crisp winter air.
💡 Fun fact: Emperor Qianlong designed the 150-meter bridge to mirror a rainbow’s curve. Today, it connects history buffs, Instagram travelers, and science lovers alike. Will you virtually ‘attend’ through live streams or plan a 2026 trip? Either way – nature’s clock is ticking!
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Live: Seventeen-arch Bridge lighting up at sunset in Summer Palace
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