First snow falls in the picturesque Guanye Valley in Gansu Province, northwest China
Nature knows how to surprise by combining the incompatible. Autumn and winter met in one valley, reminding us that beauty is often born at the junction of seasons and elements.
The valley's forests have retained their bright summer greenery, while swirling snowflakes dusted the landscape, covering the mountains with a delicate white veil. The mountains experienced autumn and winter simultaneously: fresh snow clings to emerald branches, and changeable fog envelops the snow-capped peaks. Guanye Valley is a national geopark and a 5A category forest park located in Tanchang County, Longnan City, known for its deep gorges, crystal-clear lakes and cascading waterfalls.
As reported by CCTV+, the first autumn snow in Guanye Valley has become a rare natural phenomenon, attracting the attention of tourists and photographers. The combination of autumn foliage and winter snow creates unique landscapes that can only be seen for a short period.
