Shotlist Tongren City, Guizhou Province, southwest China - Jan 2, 2026 1. Aerial shots of mountains, clouds; tourists Bayingol Mongolian Autonomous Prefecture, Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region, northwest China - Jan 2, 2026 2. Aerial shot of Bosten Lake 3. Aerial shots of ice shoves; tourists taking photos Storyline As the year 2026 begins, a sustained cold wave has brought snow and icy beauty to many parts of China, creating distinctive winter scenes. In Tongren City, southwest China's Guizhou Province, the Mount Fanjing had its first snowfall of the new year, courtesy of a strong cold front. The snow settled mainly at an elevation of around 2,200 meters above sea level, while higher-elevation attractions including the Mount Fanjing's two peaks -- Hongyun Golden Peak and Old Jinding -- as well as Mushroom Stone did not see snow this time, presenting a unique scene where snow only blankets the mid-slopes. Clouds flowed like waterfalls over the ranges, complemented by the white snow, adding tranquility and poetic charm to the vista. Due to freezing temperatures, some sections of the scenic area have become icy. Visitors have been advised to stay updated on road conditions before planning their trips. At the Bosten Lake in northwest China's Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region, ice pushed up by wind and waves took shapes of tall, continuous ridges stretching for kilometers along the shore. The natural phenomenon, called ice shoves, is caused by temperature rise and strong winds. When the weather warms, ice in the ocean or a lake near the shore will first thaw. Strong winds then push the ice ashore, creating piles that could be over 10 meters high. The landscapes occur every winter and spring at the Bosten Lake, with ice ridges reaching heights of one to two meters -- a truly impressive natural spectacle. [Restrictions: No access Chinese mainland]