Beijing's first snow is trending, and the rime on Nanjing's Purple Mountain is on its way! A stunning Northeast China alternative❄️

Jiangsu issues a major cold warning, and Nanjing's winter-exclusive romance is about to begin! No need to travel far to the Northeast; after snow falls on Purple Mountain, the entire forest is covered with rime on the branches, dressed in silver, like a fairyland. It's a high-value alternative to the Northeast rime, breathtakingly beautiful❄️ ⏰ Rime viewing timeline ▪️ First snow window: starting from late December, snow gradually falls ▪️ Peak rime period: after moderate to heavy snow from January to mid-February, the frosted trees reach their fullest beauty, offering the best continuous viewing experience 📸 Photo reference: peak rime scene on 2/24/2024, sparkling everywhere beyond expectations ✨ Highlights After snow, Purple Mountain is covered with icicles hanging from branches, rime coats the pine needles, reflecting a milky white glow under sunlight. The crunch of snow underfoot, the quiet and healing forest—every snapshot is a winter masterpiece. This is the exclusive icy-snowy romance for southern residents! 💡 Practical viewing tips 📍 Best spots: summit of Toutuo Ridge, Yingtuo Village trail, near the summit KFC—densest rime and highest photo success rate 🗺️ Hiking routes: ✔️ For hikers: take Metro Line 4 to Jiangwangmiao Station, exit 1 to start the climb; 40 minutes to the summit, with rime all along the way ✔️ For easy-going visitors: take the Purple Mountain cable car directly, 60 RMB one way, no climbing needed, suitable for elderly and children ⚠️ Avoid pitfalls: the summit is very windy and cold; bring anti-slip shoes, thick clothes, hats, and gloves; roads can be icy, ice cleats recommended; best viewed on sunny days, low visibility on foggy days, proceed with caution Wait for a snowfall in Jinling, make a winter date with Purple Mountain, watch the rime dye the hills white, and capture the winter romance in your lens✨