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Even before the start of winter, a cold front has swept across many provinces in northern China, from Beijing and Shanghai to Guangzhou. According to climatologists, the La Nina phenomenon is likely to bring colder and more volatile weather to much of the country this winter.
Hundreds of thousands of Chinese people poured into the streets, eagerly anticipating the first snowfall of the season. The snow falling on Beijing's alleyways brought a warm, intimate atmosphere, with images of children playing and people busily going about their work. In contrast to this bustling scene, the snow at the Forbidden City was somewhat colder.
This "love affair," which takes place only once a year amidst the white snow and red walls of gilded palaces, has lasted for over 600 years.
The mascot appears to be wearing a white mask.
...and "snowmen" at the Forbidden City piled up on the window frames.
Amidst the white snow, one can still faintly discern the silhouette of the ancient Forbidden City.
An - Photo: Palace Museum
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