In the early winter of Gangcheng, Jinan,

Romance awaits, unexpected and sweet.

As padded coats replace thin shirts,

As fallen leaves carpet the earth,

As cold waves wrap in chilly winds,

Winter arrives as scheduled.

Come, let's witness,

Gangcheng's beauty frozen in frames,

The first love letter from early winter.

Winter at Gangcheng’s South Lake is romantic and intense,

Where the lake's light and the mountains' hues complement each other.

Reeds stand tall and white dew turns to frost,

A gentle breeze sweeps by,

Reed flowers dance gracefully,

And each reed sways with myriad expressions.

A touch of red in the winter,

Is the most vivid and passionate.

The most romantic thing I can think of

Is watching red leaves fall with you.

Ginkgo leaves, matured through a season,

In the warm winter sun,

Radiate a robe of golden splendor.

Autumn departs, winter arrives, all things rest,

Only the persimmon tree adorns itself with lanterns.

In the fields,

Bright orange persimmons steal the spotlight,

Adorning branches in a spectacular display.

It’s a sight too beautiful to behold.

Strolling in the tranquil winter afternoon,

Basking in the warmth of winter sun,

And admiring the quiet beauty of winter leaves,

Time slows down in these moments.

Gangcheng's winter,

Holds a romance beyond your dreams.

Charming in every sunrise and sunset,

Awaits your appreciation.

（Hua Shan; Li Xiaotong; Yuan Yuhua; Hou Yawen; Liu Xiaohan; Lou Xinyu; Liang Ruixin）