As temperatures plunge, the Hukou Waterfall, China's second-largest waterfall, located on the border between Shanxi and Shaanxi provinces in northern and northwestern China, transforms into a stunning icy waterfall spectacle, drawing crowds of tourists and photographers.
The Hukou Waterfall is the largest waterfall on the Yellow River, China's second-longest river.
It is located where the Yellow River, flowing through a canyon in the region, narrows abruptly from over 300 meters to just 50 meters wide, plunging more than 30 meters into a deep riverbed.
This natural wonder is named for its resemblance to a giant kettle pouring water. Known for its thundering roar and turbulent currents, it cascades down the cliffs with breathtaking power, leaving visitors in awe of its sheer force and beauty.
Each winter, freezing temperatures cause the waterfall's mist and splashing water to crystallize on rocks and railings, creating delicate ice formations that shimmer alongside the rainbow in the waterfall's mist, crafting a breathtaking "Ice Waterfall" landscape.
In addition, large chunks of floating ice accumulate downstream, forming an "Ice Bridge" that resembles a giant white dragon winding through the canyon.
These winter wonders have become a major magnetism for tourists, with the area enhancing safety measures such as more signs and increased patrols to ensure visitor safety.
Visitors amaze at majestic icy spectacle at Hukou Waterfall in north China
