Chengdu's top ginkgo spot! Miss it and you'll have to wait another year

📍 I thought Yanhuachi, a scenic spot in the suburbs of Chengdu, would be a hidden gem, but it turned out to be packed with people! However, it was this lively atmosphere that allowed me to discover more unique beauty.

📍 🏞️ Yanhuachi is located in Chongzhou, Chengdu. It is a classical garden with a long history and was one of the filming locations for the 1987 version of "Dream of the Red Chamber". 👀 The ginkgo trees here turn golden in late autumn, contrasting with the red walls and black tiles, exuding a unique classical charm. 🌳 The scenic area is small but exquisitely designed, with techniques such as borrowed scenery and separated scenery making every step full of surprises.

🚗 Transportation:
🔍 Address: No. 251, Yanhuachi Road, Chongzhou, Chengdu, Sichuan
🚗 Self-driving: Navigate to "Yanhuachi". It is recommended to set off early to avoid peak hours. There are libraries and Xisanxiang parking lots nearby.
🚌 Public transportation: 🚆 Metro Line 4 → Wansheng Station → Chongzhou Bus 302 → Get off at the Education Bureau Station and walk to the South Gate. 🚅 Chengdu West Railway Station → Chongzhou Station High-speed Railway → Chongzhou Bus 102 → Yanhuachi North Gate.

🛤️ Travel route planning:
🚶‍♂️ From the South Gate ➡️ Chongzhou Confucian Temple (two huge ginkgo trees) ➡️ Lu You Temple ➡️ Yanhuachi ➡️ Yanhuating ➡️ North Gate. 📌 Walking along this route, you can enjoy the most beautiful ginkgo scenery and avoid crowded areas.

📸 Must-see attractions:
🏮 Chongzhou Confucian Temple: The two thousand-year-old ginkgo trees in front of Dacheng Hall grow horizontally like a natural painting, making it the best place for taking photos.
🏮 Lu You Temple: Walking through the corridor after the gate, surrounded by towering ginkgo trees outside the wall, feels like traveling back in time.
🏮 Yanhuachi: The reflection in the water is poetic and picturesque, perfect for sitting quietly by the lake or taking beautiful photos.

💰 Ticket information and opening hours:
💳 Tickets are CNY 8 per person, free for seniors over 60. 🕒 Opening hours are 9:00-17:00 daily.

🏨 Accommodation guide:
🏨 Hotels near Chongzhou Traditional Chinese Medicine Hospital: Close to the scenic area, convenient for travel.
🏨 Chongzhou Shuxiang Hotel: Elegant environment, suitable for visitors who like quietness.

🍽️ Food recommendations:
🍽️ Lao Yuwang: Authentic Sichuan cuisine with an excellent reputation.
🍽️ Luo Douhua Restaurant: Special tofu pudding and Anle pig ears, leaving a lasting impression.

📝 Tips:
📢 Arrive early in the morning to avoid peak hours, and the lighting is also better for taking photos.
🚗 There is no large parking lot in the scenic area, so it is recommended to plan your parking location in advance.
🚀 If you want to fly a drone for shooting, please register at the North Gate Visitor Center first.
🛋️ There are teahouses and cafes in the scenic area, where you can take a break if you are tired.