On November 7, China ushers in the 19th solar term of the 24 solar terms – Lidong, or the start of winter. Follow CMG reporters to explore how ancient Chinese people spent this season and how modern Chinese celebrate this day in all aspects of life. Incense-burning, tea-brewing, painting-hanging and flower-arranging were known as the "Four great elegances" of ancient Chinese scholars. Contemporary Chinese guqin players also gather to welcome this season with an elegant gathering, known as yaji in Chinese. The Hype: On-the-Go Edition brings you more.
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