Erik Solheim, a former diplomat from Norway, posted a picture of "ice flowers" on the Songhua river in northeast China.
The picture was posted by Mr. Solheim via Twitter. It depicts the river's water shining brilliantly in the sun. The viewers are enchanted by the way the rays reflect on the transparent ice structures that look like flowers.
This post has received over a thousand likes and over 36,000 views since it was shared.
"Wonderful! Ice flowers on the Songhua River in northeast China," reads the caption of the photograph.
Ice flowers are a natural phenomenon that occurs in cold weather when the surface of a river or other body of water freezes.
As the water continues to flow beneath the ice, it pushes up against the frozen surface, creating patterns and shapes that resemble flowers.
These patterns can range in size from a few inches to several feet in diameter and are typically white or pale in color.
Chinese river ice flowers are often found in areas with cold winters and are a popular attraction for tourists and photographers.
They are also a sign of the harsh winter conditions and can be dangerous for those who venture out on the ice.
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