Autumn Colors in Zhongshan: Picking Up a Moment in the Royal Garden

Beijing’s autumn always carries a certain unhurried elegance, and the autumn in Zhongshan Park weaves this elegance into the texture of red walls and yellow tiles. Passing through the vermilion palace gate, the noise is filtered by layers of overlapping branches and leaves, leaving only the soft sound of wind through ancient cypresses and the warm sunlight falling on the stone path, creating the gentlest backdrop for travel photography.

The ginkgo trees in the park are the stars of autumn, stretching along the pathways. Their fan-shaped leaves are dyed golden by the autumn sun, and when the wind blows, they fall softly, forming a sparkling trail. Standing under the ginkgo trees, letting sunlight filter through the leaves onto your shoulders, with red walls as the background and ginkgo as decoration, the moment the shutter clicks captures the unique tranquility and grandeur of the royal garden. Not far away, the ancient cypresses remain vigorous, their deep green branches contrasting with the golden ginkgo, one lush and one bright, one still and one moving, adding a sense of the weight of time to the scene.

The reeds by the lotus pond have turned pale white, gently swaying in the autumn breeze, reflected in the clear water, rippling in layers. Wearing a plain-colored long dress, standing on the curved bridge, behind you are scattered withered lotus leaves, in front the reeds flutter lightly, the crispness and softness of autumn fully blending into the frame. Occasionally, a fallen leaf drifts into the water, rippling with the waves, adding a touch of liveliness to the still scene, as if time itself slows down at this moment.

The pavilions and towers in the park serve as natural frames, their flying eaves and upturned corners reflecting the deep blue sky, and the painted beams under the corridors appear even more delicate in the autumn light. Sitting in a waterside pavilion, holding a cup of hot tea, letting the wind stir your hair, the camera captures a naturally relaxed expression. The carved beams and painted rafters in the background harmonize with the autumn scenery throughout the garden, blending classical charm with a touch of everyday life.

As the sun sets, the evening glow bathes the red walls in a warm orange hue. Amid the interplay of light and shadow, the ancient garden appears even gentler. Strolling along the leaf-covered path, the crisp sound underfoot feels like a conversation with autumn. Pressing the shutter at this moment, whether it’s a glance back with a smile or bending down to pick up a leaf, adds a soft filter, perfectly merging the poetry of autumn with the elegance of the garden.

Autumn in Zhongshan Park is not flamboyant with bold colors, but it carries a refreshing elegance. Here, travel photography captures not only the scenery but also the charm of time’s accumulation, the beauty of harmonious coexistence between people and nature. Every photo holds the whispers of autumn and the unique romance of the royal garden.

Post by emmeline_lucind_raeburn | Oct 25, 2025