By CGTN’s Hu Chao
Heavy snowfall could be seen on Mount Wutai in the north of China on Monday night. The mountain in Shanxi Province is one of the most important Buddhist destinations in China.
The ancient architectures and trees are coated in white. /CGTN Photo
Under the cover of snow, Mount Wutai takes on a special beauty, with its ancient architecture and trees coated in white. The red walls of the temples in white surroundings create a special sense of Buddhist quietness.
Red walls in snow create a special sense of Buddhist quietness. /CGTN Photo
The snowfall attracted many tourists and photographers, and authorities had to clear snow from the roads and sidewalks for visitors. But they also issued a traffic safety warning and called on tourists to be careful.
Roads and sidewalks have been cleared. /CGTN Photo
Mount Wutai rises above the Loess plateau and consists of five peaks, covering an area of over 2,800 kilometers. Its highest peak is 3,061 meters above sea level. The lowest is about 600 meters.
Mount Wutai - a great place to get away from the summer heat. /CGTN Photo
The big difference of the altitudes comes from being exposed to a wide array of natural views. Its cooler climate means Mount Wutai has a lot of rain and snow, even in warm seasons, making it a great place to get away from the summer heat.
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