Start of Summer: Temperatures Rise & Nature Thrives

english.beijing.gov.cn
2025-05-05


On May 5, we welcome Start of Summer, one of the 24 Solar Terms. After this time, sunlight increases, temperatures gradually rise, and nature quietly embraces the early whispers of summer. 

This episode spotlights two iconic intangible cultural heritage items of Beijing, namely the Craftsmanship of Yang's Brine Tofu and the Craftsmanship of Beijing-Style Auspicious Shayan Kites, showcasing how the inheritors of the two intangible cultural heritage items present the perfect fusion of ancient Chinese culture and natural rhythms.

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