Ginkgo Viewing in Chengdu | This weekend, go to Yanhuachi Park to see the ginkgo trees.

Attraction Introduction
Yanhuachi Park was built in the Tang Dynasty and is one of the representative works of Sichuan gardens in western Sichuan. The scenic area consists of Yanhuachi Park, Lu You Temple, and Zhou Wen Temple. With its unique garden landscape and cultural heritage, Yanhuachi Park has become one of the important filming locations for the 1987 version of "Dream of the Red Chamber", with six episodes filmed there.

Ginkgo Viewing and Photography Tips
1. Classic location, between two large ginkgo trees. However, there are many tourists, so take photos early in the morning or late in the evening, and edit out the tourists.
2. Take photos from different angles. The model stands by the second stone railing outside Dacheng Hall, and the photographer stands at the bottom of the Bell Tower (do not step on the grass) and takes photos from below, almost avoiding the crowd, with the entire background being ginkgo trees.
3. The corridor next to "Mingqin Dahe Zhi Xuan" is accessible from the "Lu You Temple Gate". The long corridor is lined with tall golden ginkgo trees, making for beautiful photos. Although there are many people, you can wait for a moment when there are no people.
4. The pavilion opposite "Bantan Qiushui Yifang Mountain", where the model sits inside and the photographer takes photos by the lake. Take photos of the scenery outside the window and the silhouette of the model.
5. "Sanqu Bridge", one of the filming locations for the 1987 version of "Dream of the Red Chamber", but there are many tourists, so it is difficult to find a spot without people.

Practical Information
🎫Ticket: CNY 8/person
⏱️Opening Hours: 9:00–17:30. It is currently the best time to view ginkgo trees, so to avoid the crowds, it is recommended to visit at opening or closing time.
🚄Transportation: Trains run to Chongzhou, and it only costs CNY 12 (second class) from Chengdu West to Chongzhou, taking 20 minutes. After getting off the train, take a taxi for about CNY 7, or ride a shared bike.

🪭Nearby Attractions
There are two small attractions near Yanhuachi Park, "Chongzhou Museum" and "Chongyang Catholic Church", which can be visited together. Buy a ticket at Chongzhou Bus Station and take bus 313 to Yuantong Ancient Town. Remember to tell the driver to stop at Yuantong Ancient Town when you get on the bus.

Post by AmeliaMcAllisterk | Nov 30, 2024