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November is the month of autumn's most vibrant colors, with golden ginkgo trees and fiery red maple leaves making a stunning appearance. Traveler Xiaoxia was overwhelmed by the beauty of the country, so he's created this list of the best November travel destinations for you, tourists! Let's take a look!
If you want to experience peaceful and relaxing rural scenery, you don't have to go to Europe. And if you want to appreciate the quaint and mysterious Tibetan customs, you don't have to go to Tibet. In western Sichuan, there's a stunning rural landscape: Danba Tibetan Village, once named "The Most Beautiful Village" by National Geographic.
Danba Zhonglu Tibetan Village is located in Zhonglu Township, Danba County, Ganzi Prefecture, Sichuan Province, at an altitude of 2,100 meters. "Zhonglu" is a Tibetan word meaning "a place longed for by humans and gods."
Every autumn, Danba's mountains are ablaze with vibrant forests. Secluded Tibetan villages nestle amidst the golden hues of the trees. In the evening, curls of smoke rise from the valley, while cattle and sheep graze leisurely, surrounded by towering snow-capped mountains. This is a paradise on earth.
Bipenggou is located in Li County, Aba Prefecture, Sichuan Province. Snow-capped mountains, colorful forests, maple leaves, lakes, swamps... form a colorful fairy tale world.
The red leaves in Bipenggou turn red earlier than those in Miaoluo. Among the mountains, rivers and springs, there are fiery maple leaves everywhere, surrounding the towering snow-capped mountains. It can be said to be a fantasy world of "Game of Thrones".
Take a bus from the entrance to the gully, and the scenery along the way will make you dazzled. The emerald green fir trees, golden birch trees, azure blue lakes, and pure white snow are like a colorful painting.
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Bipenggou is one of the scenic spots in western Sichuan with the best natural landscape diversity (82 natural attractions) and is closest to Chengdu. However, it is not as popular as Jiuzhaigou and Daocheng, making it a good choice for travel in November.
The motivation for traveling in November is to see the red leaves. The red leaves in Jinchuan are not maples, nor are they cotinus or other shrubs, but pear trees. Most people only know that the pear blossoms in Jinchuan, Aba, are like snow in March, but they are not aware of the fiery red leaves in late autumn.
Jinchuan is known as the "Little Jiangnan of Aba Prefecture." Located in the transition zone between the Hengduan Mountains and the Sichuan Basin, it boasts both mountainous terrain and vast canyons. With an average altitude of less than 2,000 meters, there's no sense of high altitude hypoxia.
In late autumn in November, the leaves turn red and yellow, and the 3,000 square kilometers of pear trees drop their red leaves, like red waves and golden streams.
Jinhai Lake, surrounded on three sides by mountains, offers a captivating contrast between the water and the mountains. The lake also boasts European-style architecture, perfect for photo opportunities and leisurely strolls through the autumn scenery outside Beijing. The scenic area is modest but exquisite, offering a relaxing weekend escape without the hassle of traveling.
Climbing up along the hiking trail, you will find a rich variety of colorful tree species, including cotinus coggygria, cotinus rubrum, maple, torch, red-leaf ailanthus, golden locust, and more than 10 other colorful varieties. Under the autumn sun, they are colorful and dazzling.
Beijing's autumn is beautiful, and Labagoumen's is one of the best in the city. Surrounded by a sea of red and yellow, the poetic atmosphere is intoxicating. As you walk along, the vibrant autumn colors, interspersed with white birch trees, gradually come into view.
The Labagoumen Nature Reserve, located in Labagoumen Manchu Township, Huairou County, Beijing, covers a total area of 180 square kilometers. It is Beijing's only virgin forest natural ecological scenic area and a must-see destination for autumn viewing, mountain climbing, and outings in northern Beijing.
The park boasts a variety of colorful trees, and after early October, their leaves begin to change color, creating a vibrant world of color for visitors. The best part about visiting here is that you can escape the hustle and bustle of the city and enjoy a relaxing and casual stroll with family and friends without worrying about stepping on others' feet.
Pofengling is located in Fangshan District, southwest of Beijing, 3 kilometers northwest of Huangshandian Village, Zhoukoudian Town, and adjacent to Yuxu Palace on Beijing's Baojin Mountain. Compared to the crimson leaves of Xiangshan, the crimson leaves of Pofengling offer a unique charm, reaching their peak beauty from late October to mid-to-late November.
The scenic area is full of unique mountains and winding stone roads. Looking up, you can see colorful forests and peaks surrounded by clouds and mist. The whole scenic area is colorful, with a breeze blowing on your face, red leaves all over the mountains, and fallen leaves lying gently on the road. It is a picturesque landscape.
Pofengling is not very high, only less than 700 meters above sea level, so the climb is not too tiring. Whether you look down, up, or back, the scenery is everywhere, and you won't realize you have reached the top before you know it.
The scene in the movie "Changjin Lake" where the Great Wall appears shocked the audience in front of the screen, and also impacted Wu Wanli in the movie. The rebellious Wu Wanli grew up the moment he saw the Great Wall, and through it he understood the meaning of this war: to defend the country and to live a peaceful life.
Today, the Great Wall no longer bears the responsibility of defense, but it still stands tall amidst the majestic mountains and rivers. As a spiritual symbol, its presence ensures the homeland's presence; its presence ensures the integrity of the Chinese people; its presence ensures the unwavering national confidence. The bleak autumn winds awaken memories of war and battle, and the crimson maple leaves highlight the Great Wall's desolate grandeur. November is the perfect time to see the Great Wall!
Daming Mountain, located west of Lin'an, near Anhui Province, was formerly known as "Sun and Moon Mountain" and also as "Thousand Acres of Field." Its majestic scenery, deep valleys, overlapping peaks, and towering peaks make it one of Zhejiang's top ten leisure and vacation destinations.
Daming Mountain's serene, dark-black scenery resembles the splashed-ink landscapes of traditional Chinese painting. Strange pines, unusual rocks, seas of clouds, and peaks abound. Daming Peak, its highest point, stands at 1,489.9 meters. The mountain boasts 32 remarkable peaks, 13 secluded streams, eight cascading waterfalls, and three alpine meadows covering over 1,000 mu (approximately 1,000 hectares). Standing atop the mountain, one can admire the breathtaking scenery of "a vast expanse of plains on the left (the thousand-mu meadows) and a chasm of abysses on the right (the roaring peaks)"—a truly unparalleled sight.
In the golden autumn, the gorgeous red leaves of Daming Mountain are dazzling, as if you have entered a dreamy fairy tale world, with the whole mountain covered with golden armor!
Tianping Mountain, located in Wuzhong District, Suzhou City, Jiangsu Province, is known as "the best mountain in Wuzhong" and "a scenic spot in Jiangnan." In autumn, many ginkgo trees are in full bloom. Baiyun Ancient Temple, built in the Tang Dynasty, boasts numerous ancient ginkgo trees, and the ginkgo trees at the Three Grand Masters Temple have long since turned golden yellow.
Suzhou's Tianping Mountain is famous for its maple leaves. The route from Lingyan Mountain to Tianping Mountain is a well-known outdoor route and one of the three best places in China for viewing maple leaves.
In late autumn, ascend the Zhongbaiyunwangfeng Terrace and gaze out over a sea of coral and a sea of red clouds. Enjoy Suzhou's most stunning autumn scenery along the way! From late November to mid-December every year, the forests are ablaze with color, a breathtaking sight. Take photos of the fiery red maple leaves, the drizzling leaves, the floating leaves in the water, and the endless Tianping Mountain. The picturesque scenery is endless!
Qixia Mountain in Nanjing, known as a "Six Dynasties Scenic Spot," was listed as one of the "Forty-Eight Scenic Spots of Jinling" during the Ming Dynasty. It's also known as "Qixia Mountain, half of Jinling's history," and is one of China's four most sacred spots for maple viewing. The red walls and gray tiles of the ancient buildings reflect the fiery red maple forest, illuminating Qixia Mountain and the entire Jinling area.
Qixia Mountain holds the Red Maple Festival every year from late autumn to winter, which generally lasts about 50 days and is the best time to enjoy the autumn scenery. The first sight upon entering the mountain is Mingjing Lake, with a pavilion in the center and a Nine-Curve Bridge connecting the shore. The ancient Qixia Temple is bustling with incense and visitors.
The quaint vermilion temple is wrapped in red maple leaves and golden ginkgo leaves. The brown glazed tiles are illuminated by the sunlight through the gaps between the leaves. The tiles are covered with golden ginkgo leaves, and the big red lanterns are shining with golden light, as if you have traveled through time and arrived in the old Jinling.
Zhimaling, a mountain range bordering Jiangsu and Anhui provinces, has won the hearts of many urbanites for its unique wild charm. As Nanjing's only biodiversity reserve, it boasts thousands of acres of lush forests and a tranquil landscape. Poplars, chestnuts, locust trees, and sand pines blanket the mountains, creating a vibrant tapestry of yellow, red, and green, stretching across the mountain like a canvas.
The pond cypress forest is a popular spot in Zhimaling, with about four to five hundred trees. Each tree has a tall, straight trunk and a spire-shaped crown. Birds of prey occasionally roam among them, creating a pristine scene.
Go there in the early morning, and you'll see mist swirling around, and the light and shadows are magical. The pond cypress stands tall in the water, and the green mountains are reflected in the lake, creating a scene of harmonious integration of mountains and water.
Currently Nanjing's only World Cultural Heritage Site, it showcases the mausoleum of the "First Imperial Mausoleum of the Ming and Qing Dynasties." With its crimson walls and golden leaves, and soaring eaves, the Ming Xiaoling Mausoleum bears witness to Nanjing's vicissitudes and the generations that have come through it.
Looking up, you'll see glazed tiles atop the red walls, a resplendent spectacle of gold. Looking down, you'll see ginkgo leaves carpeting the ground, covering the inner and outer courtyards. Stone Elephant Road, the first section of the Sacred Way to the Ming Xiaoling Mausoleum, is lined with stone carvings that have weathered the storms, bearing witness to the mausoleum's 600-year history.
The morning light on Shixiang Road is like a dream. Sunlight filters through the branches and leaves, dispelling the hazy mist and casting a veil over the cobblestones. Since 1971, the 615-meter-long Shixiang Road has been planted with ginkgo, black cedar, red maple, and beech trees, giving it its vibrant, vibrant appearance.
Ginkgo trees blanket Tuole Village. Tengchong's Ginkgo Village is known as the "World's Greatest Ginkgo Kingdom." The ancient Guanyin Temple beneath Fenghuang Ridge in Zhongnan Mountain exudes a profound sense of Zen...
As autumn deepens, ginkgo trees across the country burst into bloom one after another. The sight of golden leaves is visually striking, and November is the best time to enjoy them.
A lifelong obsession is to visit Huizhou, a place you never dream of. Huizhou in autumn is a spiritual dream for every Chinese, a scene that every Jiangnan resident never tires of. Huizhou's autumn colors are like Huang Binhong's ink paintings, imbued with the ten colors of light and shadow by Monet. The clear, unrestrained charm of the Huizhou style and the vibrant brilliance of the forests are both calm and passionate.
Tachuan, Shicheng, Lucun, Huangshan, Xin'an River... Huizhou loses its understated charm in autumn. Red, orange, yellow, green, and purple blend and interweave, capturing the beauty of the people and the vibrant beauty of Chinese paintings. Anhui cuisine, rich in oil yet authentic in flavor, soothes autumnal cravings. Smoke from cooking stoves, blue bricks and white tiles, sun-drying autumn fruits, and admiring chrysanthemums—the autumn scenery that best captures the Chinese aesthetic can be found in Huizhou.
After the Frost Descent, "the autumn colors on earth are over, the grass and trees fall and the dew turns to frost." Dear tourists, November is really the last wave of autumn colors. Don't hesitate any longer, set off quickly!
