September is the season for those who truly know how to have fun to set off

The summer crowds are finally dispersing! 🙌 September is the season for those who truly know how to have fun to set off! Airfare and hotels are cheaper, and the best part is fewer people and beautiful scenery. Taking in an entire landscape is no longer a dream!

We've gathered 15 magical destinations that are about to welcome the most beautiful early autumn. From forests to islands, there's always one that will touch your heart! Quickly your travel buddy and get ready to go! 🚗

🌲 Contestant ①: Forest Fairy Tale Group
(Perfect for those who love colors and a romantic atmosphere)

Xinjiang · Kanas: The ultimate autumn travel destination! A palette spilled by God 🎨, every view is wallpaper-worthy.
Inner Mongolia · Arxan: The Eastern Little Switzerland is not called that for nothing! Golden birch forests + European-style towns, and you might even encounter a deer 🦌.
Heilongjiang · Yichun: A real-life Nordic forest! Go to this natural oxygen bar to refresh your lungs, full of healing vibes.
Liaoning · Benxi: The maple leaf capital of China 🍁! It turns red in September, take a walk on the "most beautiful maple road in China."

🏔️ Contestant ②: Mountains, Rivers, Lakes, and Seas Group
(Perfect for those pursuing ultimate scenery and stunning photography)

Tibet · Nyingchi: Autumn colors of Jiangnan under snowy mountains! The Niyang River is as blue as a gem, and the colorful forests rival Jiuzhaigou.
Sichuan · Daocheng Yading: The last pure land on the blue planet! Sacred mountains, holy lakes, golden meadows, every step a new scene.
Gansu · Gannan: A secret realm left by the gods on earth! Go trekking in Zhagana to feel the power of faith and nature.
Hebei · Zhangbei Bashang: A photographer’s paradise! Very close to Beijing, you can embrace the colorful birch forests on the weekend.

🌊 Contestant ③: Coastal Leisure Group
(Perfect for those wanting to catch the last tail of summer and enjoy a leisurely vacation)

Shandong · Dongying: More than just Panjin! Here you’ll find the stunning Red Beach at the Yellow River estuary, like burning flames.
Fujian · Xiapu: The magic of light and shadow! The sunrises and sunsets on the tidal flats, every frame is a masterpiece.
Fujian · Dongshan Island: Fujian’s version of the "Mirror of the Sky"! Jellyfish sea + macaron-colored fishing villages, beyond picturesque!

🌾 Contestant ④: Countryside and Ancient Charm Group
(Perfect for those who love the warmth of everyday life and simple customs)

Guangxi · Longji Terraces: Golden curves of the earth! Late September is perfect to see the layers of rice waves, truly spectacular.
Hunan · Chenzhou: Misty Xiaodongjiang! A fairyland with a heavenly aura, plus the "Jiangnan Hulunbuir" Yangtian Lake.
Jiangsu · Gaochun, Nanjing: China’s first "International Slow City"! Ride the water train, savor hairy crabs 🦀, and enjoy a few days of bliss.
Jiangsu · Suzhou: Autumn smells like osmanthus! Stroll through gardens, listen to Pingtan storytelling, and savor a bite of crab roe noodles—this is Jiangnan!

This September, say goodbye to crowds and embrace the true autumn!
Which one do you want to visit the most? Tell me in the comments! 👇

Post by Trip.Pulse | Aug 21, 2025

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