Hey nature lovers! ❄️ Ever dreamed of a snow-kissed forest lit by the northern lights? Welcome to the Greater Hinggan Mountains, the northernmost edge of the Chinese mainland. Here, temps hover around freezing, and snow blankets the land for almost half the year. Pro tip: Grab your phone and click away—these rare aurora shots are pure Insta gold.
While many only know snow scenes from Bollywood's dramatic montages or YouTube travel vids, this place is the real deal. But the stars aren’t movie extras—they’re reindeer 🦌. These circumpolar nomads are born to thrive in the freeze, munching on moss, wild mushrooms, and even ganoderma mushrooms (aka the 'reishi' of the forest). They sip crystal-clear spring water, straight from hidden mountain streams.
'Circumpolar' means these guys live around the polar regions—like Arctic zones. Their hooves act like built-in snowshoes, and their thick fur traps air to keep them super warm. Nature’s own cold-weather gear!❄️🛷
This unique habitat ticks all the boxes for reindeer: plenty of food, unpolluted water, and minimal human disturbance. It's one of the few spots in the Chinese mainland where these forest spirits roam free. 🌲✨
So next time you swap beach selfies for snowy filters, remember the real magic happens in hidden forests like the Greater Hinggan Mountains. Who knows? You might just glimpse a reindeer silhouette under the dancing lights! 🌌🦌
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Meet the reindeer: Spirits in the frozen forest of China's north
cgtn.com
