Golden Fairy Tale · Zen Serenity｜Come to Songshan Shaolin to Experience the Most Beautiful Golden Autumn

Recommended Itinerary:

🌞 Morning:
9:00 Depart from Zhengzhou (about 1.5 hours by car)
📍 Address: Ginkgo Forest at Sanhuangzhai, Songshan Shaolin Scenic Area, Dengfeng City, Henan Province
✨ Avoid the crowds by visiting the Ginkgo Forest below Sanhuangzhai first (consult the scenic area staff for the exact location)
📸 The mountains are covered in golden ginkgo leaves, perfect for stunning photos! The ground covered with ginkgo leaves is ideal for fairies to twirl and take pictures～👗

🍜 Noon:
12:00 Lunch near Shaolin Temple
🌟 Recommended: Shaolin Vegetarian Set Meal (about ¥50 per person), Dengfeng Huimian (be sure to try the local specialty clear soup Huimian noodles)🥢

🌇 Afternoon:
14:00 Visit the Shaolin Temple Monastery
📍 Address: Inside Songshan Shaolin Scenic Area, Dengfeng City, Henan Province
🎫 Ticket: ¥80 for adults (includes martial arts performance)
✨ Several thousand-year-old ginkgo trees inside the temple are breathtaking! The red walls and green tiles paired with ginkgo create a full Zen atmosphere～ Don’t forget to watch an amazing Shaolin Kung Fu show!🥋

🌄 Evening:
17:00 Return trip accompanied by the sunset
📷 The best photo spot is in front of the Shaolin Temple mountain gate; the ancient temple with ginkgo trees under the sunset is stunning!

✨ Late Autumn Exclusive Highlights:
⏰ Best viewing period: Late October to mid-November
💰 Estimated cost: ¥200 per person (including tickets and meals)
👗 Outfit suggestion: Light colors photograph better, Hanfu is a perfect match!

💡 Tips:
1️⃣ It’s recommended to arrive before 8:30 to avoid peak crowds
2️⃣ Protect the ginkgo forest, do not break branches
3️⃣ Martial arts performance times: 10:30 / 11:30 / 14:00 / 15:00