A light drizzle brings chill, yet no frost has yet appeared.

Before the courtyard, the leaves are half green, half yellow.

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The Beginning of Winter

The Beginning of Winter is the nineteenth of the Twenty-Four Solar Terms.

It is also the first solar term of winter.

Together with the Beginning of Spring, the Beginning of Summer, and the Beginning of Autumn, it is collectively known as the “Four Beginnings.”

It is one of the folk “Four Seasons and Eight Festivals.”

The ancients divided the beginning of winter into three hou.

First, the waters begin to freeze; second, the earth begins to freeze; third, pheasants are transformed into large conchs.

It means that we have entered the “Beginning of Winter” season.

The water surface is frozen, and the ground is frozen.

Large birds such as pheasants are no longer active.

In ancient China

The beginning of winter is regarded as an important festival.

It is recorded in the “Simum Yue Ling” that…

“On the day of the winter solstice, wine and delicacies are offered, and congratulations are extended to rulers, teachers, and the elderly.”

On this day, the ancients would…

A festive exchange of greetings, just like during the holidays.

After the beginning of winter

The autumn harvest has been stored in the warehouse.

Hibernating animals also quietly hide.

All things in the world have gradually grown quiet.

After a year of busyness, people have finally found some peace and quiet.

In this season, perfect for rest and rejuvenation,

People often nourish themselves with delicacies, a practice known as “winter tonification.”

Cooking dumplings and eating beef and mutton.

The tradition of “nourishing the body in winter” is both appetizing and heartwarming.

The autumn chill has yet to fade.

The warm embrace of winter has gracefully arrived.

Mount Panshan in this season

The cold wind is rising, and red leaves cover the steps.

The scenery is nothing short of splendid, utterly enchanting.

Panshan as a natural landscape

A mountainous scenic area that triumphs through its time-honored cultural landmarks.

Since ancient times, it has been deeply cherished by emperors, generals, and scholars and literati.

Come here to listen to the waterfalls, gaze at the peaks, admire the forests, watch the clouds, and offer prayers.

Admire the breathtaking views of mountains and seas, and savor the joy of climbing to new heights.