Beijing sees first snow in Year of Dragon

BEIJING - Beijing welcomes the first snowfall of the Year of the Dragon on February 20, 2024. With streets adorned with a pristine layer of snow, the capital was transformed into a picturesque winter wonderland. The snowfall, coinciding with the celebration of the Chinese New Year, adds a magical touch to the festive season.

Photo taken on Feb. 21, 2024 shows the roof of Tiananmen Rostrum covered by thin snow. (Wang Jinhong/Guangming Online)

Photo taken on Feb. 21, 2024 shows people roaming in front of the Great Hall of the People in Beijing to enjoy the snow scene. (Wang Jinhong/Guangming Online)

Photo taken on Feb. 21, 2024 shows people queuing up to enter Tiananmen Square for sightseeing in Beijing, capital of China. (Wang Ruoxin/Guangming Online)

Photo taken on Feb. 21, 2024 shows the iconic white pagoda of Baita Temple standing among the buildings covered with snow. (Zhang Andi/Guangming Online)

Photo taken on Feb. 21, 2024 shows people visiting Baita Temple after snow in Beijing, capital of China. (Zhang Andi/Guangming Online)

Photo taken on Feb. 21, 2024 shows the courtyard of Baita Temple after snow in Beijing, capital of China. (Zhang Andi/Guangming Online)

Photo taken on Feb. 21, 2024 shows the snow scenery in the Temple of Heaven Park in Beijing, capital of China. (Gu Siyu/Guangming Online)

Photo taken on Feb. 21, 2024 shows people visiting the Temple of Heaven Park in Beijing, capital of China. (Gu Siyu/Guangming Online)

Photo taken on Feb. 21, 2024 shows a tourist taking photos at the Temple of Heaven Park in Beijing, capital of China. (Gu Siyu/Guangming Online)

Photo taken on Feb. 21, 2024 shows people appreciating snow scenery at Qianmen Street in Beijing, capital of China. (Gu Siyu/Guangming Online)