Cold Dew heralds the late autumn.

In the morning, the chrysanthemums grow increasingly yellow.

Today at 9:15 PM

The Cold Dew has arrived.

Among the Twenty-Four Solar Terms

There are two solar terms that describe dew.

One is White Dew, glistening white dew.

One is the Cold Dew, a bleak and chilling dew.

The difference lies in…

At the time of White Dew, days are still hot like summer, while mornings and evenings grow cool like autumn.

At the time of Cold Dew, days are cool with autumnal chill, while mornings and evenings bring winter’s cold.

Thus, “Cold Dew” has become one of the Twenty-Four Solar Terms.

The first solar term that includes the character “cold”

Marking the transition and turning point from cool to cold climate.

In ancient China, the season of Cold Dew was divided into three hou.

First, the wild geese arrive as guests; second, sparrows retreat into the deep waters and become clams; third, chrysanthemums bloom with yellow flowers.

It means that

At this time of year, geese fly south, sparrows have vanished, and chrysanthemums bloom in full glory.

Climbing high is one of the important customs associated with the Cold Dew solar term.

During the Cold Dew season, the cool and pleasant weather is perfect for mountain climbing.

It carries the auspicious meanings of steady career advancement and a long life.

During the Cold Dew season, many places have the custom of admiring maple leaves.

At this moment, the north has already taken on the appearance of late autumn.

The successive drops in temperature following the Cold Dew season have turned the maple leaves crimson.

The mountains are ablaze with crimson leaves, as vibrant as rosy clouds and brocades, like a poem or a painting.

Another traditional custom associated with Cold Dew is eating sesame.

Eating crabs, fishing, and drinking Cold Dew tea, among other activities.

Cold Dew has arrived, and the autumn atmosphere grows rich.

Brocade across the hills, a painting come to life.

At this moment, the farewell to Panshan is bathed in a sea of lush greenery.

Amidst the towering mountains, splendor and variety are fully revealed.

It has added a great deal of vibrancy to this season.

The days grow cooler, and the autumn dew grows heavier.

Why not invite a few friends to climb the mountain and enjoy the distant views?

Overlooking the scenery of Jizhou from the summit.

Experience the magical tapestry that nature has bestowed upon us.