11 Best Places to Enjoy the Autumn Colors of Jiangnan
Preface
By the middle of November, the autumn scenery in the south of the Yangtze River has gradually entered its best condition, and every place is dyed with colorful colors.
However, time is running out! I've noticed the weather forecast indicates a prolonged rainy season is coming at the end of the month. Before the fear of the damp and cold overtakes us, let's get out and see some autumn!
Lingshanwu
Just outside Xiaoshan, in Ciwu, there's a Ginkgo Village. As autumn deepens, the scene can be summed up in four words: "layers of trees ablaze with color."
Lingshanwu Village is nestled in the mountains and beside the water, with thousands of century-old ginkgo trees. It is known as the "most beautiful ginkgo village in Zhejiang Province."
When the apricot leaves turn yellow, it is the busiest time here. At a glance, this place seems to have been overturned in a big dye vat of autumn colors.
Shangyu pond cypress
The Metasequoia forest in Siming Lake is well-known, but this Metasequoia forest in Shangyu, Shaoxing, is hidden in the deep and unknown.
The lake formed by springs is home to hundreds of thousands of migratory birds. In autumn, the swaying shadows of the pond cypress trees are breathtakingly beautiful.
This is an exclusive route discovered by China-TravelNote. Here, instead of vibrant flowers, there are verdant bamboos. Instead of vast seas of flowers, there are only weathered, mottled bluestone slabs. Along the winding ancient path, shrouded in the shadows of bamboo, there's no bustling scenic area, only the masterpieces of poets and writers throughout the ages.
The route is perfect for a weekend stroll in autumn.
Tachuan
When it comes to the autumn scenery of Huizhou, Tachuan is a must-see.
The sightseeing routes of Rucun-Tachuang-Hongcun and Hongcun-Qishu Lake-Xieli are different from those of regular tour groups. By staying in Hongcun, you can avoid the crowds and enjoy the autumn scenery in private.
When the autumn colors of Takamatsu are in full bloom, we will take you to experience the unique charm of Huizhou in autumn.
Metasequoia Lake
This wetland park at the junction of Jiangsu and Anhui provinces is known as the largest pond cypress lake forest in East China. With the shadowy shadows of pond cypress and the chirping of forest birds, it is like the "water forest" of the Amazon River.
Autumn at Metasequoia Lake is truly breathtakingly beautiful. The thousands of acres of Metasequoia trees growing on the waterside don their new attire in late autumn and early winter. Continuous expanses of germanium-red paint the forest, a vibrant scene of cedars. Flocks of waterfowl playfully frolic on the lake's surface, while lush reeds sway in the breeze.
Take a boat trip to explore the giant cypress forest and experience the pristine beauty of the wetland park up close. In autumn and winter, the park is filled with the beauty of mottled colors.
Xuedouling
The Xuedouling Ancient Trail is about 7 kilometers long and is the ancient trail leading from Zhibukeng Village to Ancun and Shangwang.
The stone steps are made of natural stones, high and low, stretching up. Along the way, there are overlapping mountains, rocks facing each other, and streams flowing slowly, forming a natural landscape of mountains and rivers with overlapping peaks, strange rocks, and emerald green. Especially the strange rocks along the way are amazing.
The reservoir on the top of the mountain is as smooth as a mirror. In late autumn, the leaves of the Metasequoia have turned red, turning it into a redwood forest.
Zhinan Village
300 ancient trees over 200 years old, 8 ancient maple trees 800-1000 years old...these are enough for you to go and explore.
We have organized many autumn viewing routes in Zhinan Village. The scenery is beautiful and suitable for all ages.
Every autumn, ginkgo trees and red maples turn their colors in turn, making Zhinan Village a vibrant spectacle. It is one of the most beautiful autumn viewing spots around Hangzhou.
Zhimaling
"White egrets fly over the vast paddy fields, and the clear lake is reflected in the water." This sentence is the most appropriate to describe the cypress forest in Zhimaling.
This mysterious pond cypress forest has superb scenery all year round.
In autumn, the forests of Zhimaling are gradually dyed with different colors, as if God had overturned his palette.
The dense Metasequoia trees are tall and straight, and the lake surface reflected by the blue sky and white clouds is as dazzling as the sky.
Dayu Valley
In Hangzhou, there's a little-known autumn wonderland: Dayu Valley. Located in Changle Forest Farm, it's beautiful year-round.
The straight and tall Metasequoia path stretched as far as the eye could see, and the thick pile of fallen leaves on the ground made a "crunching, crunching" sound when stepped on.
Niangniang Mountain, where Changle Forest Farm is located, is approximately 400 meters above sea level, with several paths leading to the summit. Once you reach the summit, you'll be treated to a breathtaking view of the entire Dayu Valley.
Ming Xiaoling Mausoleum
In autumn, Nanjing transforms into Jinling. Among the autumn scenery of Jinling, the most eye-catching pearl is the Ming Xiaoling Mausoleum.
As you enter the main gate of the Xiaoling Mausoleum, you will see the autumn colors accompanied by red walls and yellow tiles, the stories of the Ming Dynasty hidden on both sides, and the pedestrians and tourists walking under the glazed tiles, all of which look like they are in a painting.
There is also a hidden Metasequoia forest inside the Ming Xiaoling Mausoleum. The lake and Zhongshan Mountain complement each other, creating a tranquil and beautiful scene.
Moganshan
Moganshan was selected by the New York Times as one of the 45 most worth-visiting places in the world. The popular variety shows "Wife's Romantic Travel", "Dad is Back" and "Dear Inn" have all been filmed here.
In autumn, the maple leaves paint the landscape in vibrant red, creating a breathtaking spectacle. This is the perfect time to visit.
You can also go to the Scottish-style Naked Castle and walk along the winding mountain path along the city wall, as if you have traveled into the interior of a medieval castle and spent a special autumn.
Huangnan Ancient Road
Huangnan Ancient Road was an important trade route between Tiantai and Linhai in ancient times. Although not as famous as the Huihang Ancient Road, it is a road of vicissitudes of life with tall maple trees lining both sides, like an oil painting. On the other side are endless terraced fields.
China-TravelNote organizes this route every year in spring and autumn. The route is picturesque, not too difficult, and suitable for all ages.
Conclusion
Now, when the autumn wind blows and the maple leaves fall, let’s go out and enjoy the autumn.
