Wreathed in ethereal mist and snow, the Xilin River in Jilin city, in Northeast China's Jilin province, is at the moment offering some really fascinating winter scenery, as seen in this picture taken on Feb 23. [Photo/CFP]

The enveloping and lingering mist adds poignant charm to the Xilin River. [Photo/CFP]

Granular snow blankets sections of the surface of the Xilin River on Feb 23. [Photo/CFP]

Exquisitely delicate rime coats the branches of trees lining the Xilin River. [Photo/CFP]