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✨ Today’s Word: 大寒 (Dà Hán)

大寒, or 'Great Cold,' is the last of the 24 solar terms in the traditional Chinese calendar, marking the coldest days of the year. ❄️ This period reminds us to slow down, embrace the beauty of winter, and prepare for the coming spring. 🌱

In ancient China, 大寒 was also a time to admire snow-covered landscapes, enjoy warm meals with family, and reflect on the balance of nature. This video captures the serene, snowy beauty of China during 大寒.

Have you experienced winter like this? Drop a ❄️ in the comments if you love snow!

📖 Learn Today:

大寒 (Dà Hán): Great Cold
雪景 (Xuě Jǐng): Snowy Landscape
冬季 (Dōng Jì): Winter Season

Key Phrases from the Video:

1. 大寒 (Dà Hán) - Great Cold
2. 冬季美景 (Dōng Jì Měi Jǐng) - Winter Scenery
3. 瑞雪兆丰年 (Ruì Xuě Zhào Fēng Nián) - A Timely Snow Promises a Good Harvest
4. 感受自然之美 (Gǎnshòu Zìrán Zhī Měi) - Embrace the Beauty of Nature
5. 雪花飞舞 (Xuě Huā Fēi Wǔ) - Snowflakes Dancing

Let’s celebrate the wisdom of Chinese culture and the beauty of nature. 🌨️

#大寒

Today’s word: 雪乡 (Xuě Xiāng)

🌨️ Snow Town

Ever wondered what it's like to walk through a winter fairytale? Welcome to 雪乡, Harbin’s Snow Town—a dreamlike destination where snow-covered rooftops and frosty pine trees create the perfect postcard scene. ✨❄️

Snow town is about 280 km from Harbin - the capital of Heilongjiang Province. Many tourists choose to go to China Snow Town from Harbin. The small village covering an area of about 17,916 hectares is at an elevation of about 1,100km. It is the best place to feel the charm of snow in the world - like paradise. The snow there is famous for its thickness and high viscosity. When winter comes, the snow can reach up to 2 meters.

- Best Time to visit: Nov ~ Early March (especially Chinese Spring Festival)
- Recommended Visiting period: 1 ~ 2 Days

#雪乡

After yesterday’s 腊八节 (La Ba Festival), it’s time to dive into preparations for the Chinese New Year! 🎉

1. 橘子 (jú zi)
• 我喜欢吃橘子，尤其是冬天的橘子很甜。
(I love eating oranges, especially the sweet ones in winter.)
• 新年时，橘子代表好运和财富。
(During the New Year, oranges symbolize good luck and wealth.)
2. 小蛇 (xiǎo shé)
• 小蛇在树上爬来爬去。
(The little snake slithers up and down the tree.)
• 今年是蛇年，小蛇是我们的幸运动物！
(This year is the Year of the Snake, and the little snake is our lucky animal!)
3. 福字 (fú zì)
• 春节的时候，我们会把“福”字倒着贴在门上。
(During the Spring Festival, we paste the “福” character upside down on doors.)
• 你知道怎么写“福”字吗？让我教你吧！
(Do you know how to write the “福” character? Let me teach you!)

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As a special treat, let’s learn to draw this adorable Snake 福 (Fu) character together.

Steps to create your masterpiece:
1️⃣ Start with the orange 🍊 (symbolizing good fortune).
2️⃣ Draw the snake, forming a round shape to mimic the 口 character. Feel free to get creative with its pose! 🐍
3️⃣ Add the final details to complete the 福-inspired design.

Now you’ve got a cute and meaningful Snake 福! 🧧 Want a digital version of my artwork? Feel free to reach out, and I’ll send it your way.

🀄 小寒 Xiao Han: The First Solar Term of 2025 🌬️

小寒 marks the arrival of the coldest days in the year. Across China, people have unique traditions to embrace this chill:

📍 Guangzhou: Celebrate with 糯米饭 (sticky rice) cooked with cured meats, peanuts, and green onions—simple yet heartwarming!

📍 Northern China: Warm up with 羊肉汤 (mutton soup), known for its nourishing and body-warming properties during this icy season. 🥣

🥶 "冷在三九" (The coldest days fall around Xiao Han). Stay warm and enjoy the delicacies that bring people together!

What’s your favorite winter tradition or comfort food? 🧣✨

#小寒

🌄 虎跳峡 (Hǔ Tiào Xiá) - Tiger Leaping Gorge

Located in Yunnan Province, Tiger Leaping Gorge is one of the deepest and most stunning river canyons in the world. Nestled between the Jade Dragon Snow Mountain and Haba Snow Mountain, this natural wonder is perfect for hiking, adventure, and photography enthusiasts. 📸

💡 Why the name?
Legend has it that a tiger once leapt across the gorge’s narrowest point, which is still visible today. 🐅

🌟 Highlights:
✨ Majestic views of the roaring Jinsha River 🌊
✨ World-class hiking trails 🥾
✨ Discover the traditional culture of the Naxi ethnic minority 🏞️

🍽️ Don't miss local delicacies in nearby villages and stay in guesthouses for an unforgettable cultural experience.

📣 Why now?
With free visa policies for many countries, it’s the perfect time to pack your bags and explore China’s breathtaking landscapes!

📷 Photo credit: 稻草人旅行
💬 Have you visited 虎跳峡 or want to? Comment below! ⬇️

#虎跳峡 #中国旅游

🎥 **Learn Chinese Fruit Names 🍓🍌 One Word at a Time!** 🔡 Swipe through to master:

🍉 水果 (shuǐ guǒ) - Fruits
🍓 草莓 (cǎo méi) - Strawberry
🍒 樱桃 (yīng táo) - Cherry
🍌 香蕉 (xiāng jiāo) - Banana
🍐 梨 (lí) - Pear
🍉 西瓜 (xī guā) - Watermelon

📚 Example Sentence:
今天我买了很多水果！
Jīn tiān wǒ mǎi le hěn duō shuǐ guǒ!
Today I bought lots of fruits! 🍍🍑🍓

💬 What’s your favorite fruit in Chinese? Comment below! ⬇️

📢 **Follow along with the pinyin and pronunciation** to sound just like a native speaker! Let’s build your HSK vocabulary together. 💪

🌟 新年快乐！Let’s start 2025 strong with our first HSK 3 word🌟

📖 【节日】jié rì - Festival/holiday

🧧 节 jié - Festival/section
📖 节日 jié rì - Festival
📖 春节 chūn jié - Spring Festival
📖 中秋节 zhōng qiū jié - Mid-Autumn Festival
📖 节省 jié shěng - Save (time/money)

🎉 日 rì - Day
📖 生日 shēng rì - Birthday
📖 国庆日 guó qìng rì - National Day
📖 节假日 jié jià rì - Public holiday

📌 Example sentence:
🎈 今天是节日，我们一起庆祝吧！
Jīn tiān shì jié rì, wǒ men yī qǐ qìng zhù ba!
Today is a festival. Let’s celebrate together!


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#中文 #汉语

【丽水】

Líshuǐ

Lishui is a prefecture-level city in the southwest of Zhejiang province, China. The name of the city literally means "Beautiful Waters".

Lishui has a monsoon-influenced humid subtropical climate with short, mild winters and long, very hot, humid summers. 

Lishui has a very long history, for during the Liangzhu culture period 4000 years ago, there were tribes living in the area.

Lishui is well known in China for its long history and beautiful landscapes. Yan Yu Lou (misty rain tower) was built during the Northern Song Dynasty (AD 960-1127). Many famous ancient poets praised the tower’s beauty. Other recommendable scenic spots are Fengyangshan-Baishanzu National Natural Resort, Xiandu National Park, and Shishi Temple. Shishi Temple is a wooden structure built during the Song and Yuan Dynasties (AD 960-1368). The most characteristic local dishes are Jade Mutton Roll, Shan Fen Ball, Anren Fish with beancurd, and Xian Cai Hot Pot.

Photo credit: Fairy行走指南

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【香港】

xiāng gǎng - Hong Kong

Hong Kong skyscrapers are an icon of the city. There is nowhere in the world that has more skyscrapers—not even New York or Dubai. There are several different ways of counting a skyscraper but whichever way you roll out the measuring tape Hong Kong always ends up on top.

Hong Kong has around 300 buildings over 150m (versus around 225 for NYC) and roughly 60 buildings over 200m (versus 55 for New York).

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【黑豹】

hēi bào - black panther

Chadwick Boseman made 7 movies while battling cancer. He is a true king.

The statement from his family as follows:

It is with immeasurable grief that we confirm the passing of Chadwick Boseman.⁣
⁣我们怀着无比悲痛的心情，确认查德维克·博斯曼去世。

Chadwick was diagnosed with stage III colon cancer in 2016, and battled with it these last 4 years as it progressed to stage IV. ⁣
查德维克在2016年被诊断出患有3期结肠癌，在过去的4年里，他一直在与之抗争，直到病情发展到第四期。

A true fighter, Chadwick persevered through it all, and brought you many of the films you have come to love so much. From Marshall to Da 5 Bloods, August Wilson's Ma Rainey's Black Bottom and several more, all were filmed during and between countless surgeries and chemotherapy. ⁣
⁣作为一个真正的斗士，查德维克不屈不挠地与病魔抗争，并拍摄了多部让大家喜爱的电影。从《马歇尔》到《誓血五人组》，再到奥古斯特·威尔逊的《玛雷尼的扭摆舞》等电影，都是他在历经无数次手术和化疗期间拍摄的。

It was the honor of his career to bring King T'Challa to life in Black Panther. ⁣
⁣⁣他职业生涯中最大的荣誉就是在《黑豹》中为国王特查拉这一角色注入生命。

He died in his home, with his wife and family by his side. ⁣
⁣他在家中去世，妻子和家人都陪在他身边。

The family thanks you for your love and prayers, and asks that you continue to respect their privacy during this difficult time. ⁣
⁣⁣他的家人感谢您的爱和祈祷，并请求您在这艰难时刻继续尊重他们的隐私。

【安吉】

ān jí

🎋Anji Bamboo Forests

If you are in Shanghai and are looking to getaway to a truly off-beat, serene and green location, then Anji is the perfect spot for you. It is a large, impressive bamboo forest, about 4½ hours away from Shanghai by road, and offers a great hiking alternative. It is also popular for producing the region's white tea (白茶 báichá) — a must try while you are there. Not to mention, the air is pristine, and fresh!

🎥Film

Anji is famed for being the place where the parts of the movie 'Crouching Tiger Hidden Dragon' （卧虎藏龙wò hǔ cáng lóng）were filmed.

🏠The Town of Anji

The town itself is quite charming, with many shops selling interesting bamboo artifacts. You would find a variety of White Tea sold in these shops. Don't hesitate to purchase some, the prices are very reasonable and the tea is delightful.

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