The traditional Chinese lunar calendar divides the year into 24 solar terms. Cold Dew, the 17th solar term of the year, begins this year on Oct 8 and ends on Oct 22 when temperatures fall and frost appears.(Photo/China News Service)
Time for hiking
The weather is pleasant and the autumn scenery is beautiful, so it’s a good time to ascend a height and enjoy the distant view.(Photo/China News Service)
Time to appreciate red autumnal leaves
It’s a tradition in many places to appreciate the red maple leaves, which only get more colorful in late autumn.(Photo/China News Service)
Blooming chrysanthemums
The chrysanthemum is known as one of the few flowers to bloom during the Cold Dew period so it is the iconic flower of the season.(Photo/China News Service)
Season for fishing
Fishing in shallow water in autumn makes sense because during the Cold Dew period, temperatures decrease quickly and sunshine cannot reach the deep water thoroughly. Fish all swim to shallow water areas where the water temperature is higher.(Photo/China News Service)
Cricket fight
The sound of crickets ushers in late autumn and cold weather, reminding people they need to prepare clothes for the winter, as described in folk customs.(Photo/China News Service)
Yummy persimmons
Persimmons ripen during the season, making it a popular food that is said to be good for improving digestion and other health benefits .(Photo/China News Service)
Best time to eat crabs
The female crab is juicy during the season.(Photo/China News Service)
Seasonal tea
The period around the Cold Dew is a good time for the growth of tea trees. Tea collected in the three days before and the four days after Cold Dew is said to be the highest quality in the season.(Photo/China News Service)
