Autumn in the Capital
- Poetry of Du Mu

《长安秋望》
Autumn in the Capital by Du Mu
中文原文

楼倚霜树外，镜天无一毫。

南山与秋色，气势两相高。

English Translation

The tower overlooks frosty trees;

Speckless is the mirror-like sky.

The South Mountain and autumn breeze;

Vie to be more sublime and high.

By Du Mu

- Last updated: 2024-08-09 15:55:35
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