The persimmons have turned red!!

During the Frost's Descent season, the persimmons at Yuling have ripened to a deep red through time.

When the cold air of Frost's Descent whitens the eaves of Yuling, the few old persimmon trees beneath the eaves transform the sunlight accumulated all autumn into an intoxicating red. Lantern-like persimmons hang full on the branches, some nestled among the blue bricks and gray tiles, others drooping near the red walls. When the wind blows, the fruit gently sways, as if softening a hundred years of history.

The persimmons of Yuling have a particularly charming red. They are not as flamboyant as ordinary fruit trees but accompany the imperial tomb’s pines and cypresses, exuding a calm ancient aura. After Frost's Descent, when the leaves have all fallen, only the bright red fruit remains on the trees, shining even more vividly under the blue sky. This not only adds a touch of everyday warmth to the solemnity of the mausoleum but also brings a sweet and warm hope to the autumn chill.

If you want to find this autumn-exclusive beauty, consider choosing a clear morning. Sunlight filters through the branches onto the persimmons, making the fruit look as if coated in honey, with even their shadows glowing warmly. Snap a photo casually—red persimmons, ancient architecture, and blue sky complement each other perfectly. No need for deliberate composition; it’s a picture naturally filtered by time.

Post by ALAN WILKERSON | Oct 24, 2025