Winter’s icy grip has transformed northern China’s Taihang Mountains into a real-life Narnia this month, with Tongtian Gorge in Shanxi Province becoming the latest viral sensation. Kilometers of cascading icefalls and glittering icicles now line the cliffs, creating a jaw-dropping ‘frozen waterfall’ effect that’s straight out of a fantasy film 🎥❄️.
Over in Licheng, the Huangyadong Cultural Tourism Area is serving major Frozen vibes, with ice clusters forming natural sculptures that glow under winter sunlight. Local guides report a 40% spike in visitors compared to last January, as adventurers and Instagrammers brave the -15°C chill for that perfect shot 📸.
‘It’s like walking through a giant crystal chandelier,’ said Zhang Mei, a Beijing-based travel blogger who’s been documenting the phenomenon. ‘These formations only last until early February – it’s nature’s ultimate limited-time show.’
Meteorologists attribute the spectacle to recent polar air masses colliding with mountain moisture. With another cold front expected this week, officials have added safety rails and heated rest stations along popular viewing routes 🚧🔥.
