Lidong

Today is November 7th, the seventh day of the tenth month of the lunar calendar, marking the official arrival of winter with the beginning of the Lidong season, yet in the southernmost region of China - Guangdong, it remains as warm as spring, with no signs of the snowy landscapes typical of the north. On the streets and alleys, people don't seem rushed to add layers of clothing due to the change of seasons; many are still comfortably dressed in short sleeves, enjoying this rare warmth and geniality. Sunlight filters through the scattered clouds, casting a gentle warmth upon them, as if narrating the uniqueness of winter in this place. The greenery remains lush, and the flowers have not withered. In Guangdong, Lidong feels more like a subtle reminder of the changing seasons, without bringing any real chill. Such a Lidong allows the people of Guangdong to still feel the vitality of life and the gentleness of nature amidst the prelude to winter.