An aerial view of Japanese maple trees in Aolin Seedling Garden, Qidong, Nantong, East China's Jiangsu province. [Photo/WeChat account: qdrmt0513]

In the early days of winter, the 3,800 mu (253 hectares) of enchanting maple forest at Aolin Seedling Garden, Qidong, Nantong, East China's Jiangsu province, transforms into a mesmerizing sea of red.

The eagerly awaited third China Maple Art Festival is poised to unfold on Dec 8 in the garden.

During the event, an array of artistic expressions, including poetry, photography, music, painting, and dance, will come to life amidst the breathtaking maple trees.

Esteemed poets, painters, photographers, and other luminaries will gather to create a rich artistic atmosphere.

College students representing eight ethnic minorities, such as the Mulao, Maonan, Zhuang, from Guangxi Zhuang autonomous region, will also attend the event, making it more diverse and vibrant.