Hey fam, did you know that on November 7 the Chinese mainland kicks off Lidong, the 19th solar term in the 24-part seasonal calendar? Imagine the OG weather app from thousands of years ago—to track the shift into winter vibes! 🌱❄️
Ancient scholars marked Lidong with the "Four great elegances": incense-burning, tea-brewing, painting-hanging, and flower-arranging. Picture yourself sipping oolong tea while hanging an ink painting of bamboo—total zen mode 🍵🖼️✨.
Fast forward to today, and you’ll find guqin (7-stringed lute) players hosting a yaji (雅集)—think of it as a chill house party where mellow strings meet incense smoke. It’s artistry, music, and good company all in one 🎶🔥.
In South and Southeast Asia—from Manila to Mumbai to Jakarta—you can bring these vibes home. Brew your favorite tea, hang up some art, light a bit of incense, and gather your squad for a cozy winter welcome. Happy Lidong! 🥶💯
Reference(s):
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