The romance of autumn in Hangzhou is evident in the fragrance of osmanthus blossoms that fill the Gongchen Bridge!

The osmanthus blossoms in Hangzhou have quietly filled the city with their fragrance. If I could only recommend one place to admire osmanthus in autumn, I would definitely choose Gongchen Bridge!

🍂 "A Thousand-Year Encounter Between Osmanthus and an Ancient Bridge"
Standing on the stone steps of Gongchen Bridge, the autumn breeze carries the scent of osmanthus through the bridge arches, and the canal shimmers with golden light, as if one can smell the elegance of the Southern Song Dynasty.

📸 Stunning Photo Spots in Gongchen Bridge:

1️⃣ Entrance to the Qiaoxi Historical District: Golden osmanthus blossoms, with gray bricks and tiles setting off the golden flowers. Wearing Hanfu for photos feels like traveling through time.

2️⃣ Stone railings in the middle section of Gongchen Bridge: With the canal as the foreground and osmanthus blossoms as embellishments, the gentle backlighting at four in the afternoon is breathtakingly beautiful!

✨Osmanthus Viewing Tips:

✅ It is recommended to go in the early morning or evening when there are fewer people, the light is softer, and the fragrance is more intense.

✅ Qiaoxi Straight Street offers a variety of osmanthus-themed cultural and creative products, such as osmanthus sachets, osmanthus wine, and osmanthus cakes. Taking home an autumn souvenir is a delightful experience.

📍Location: Gongchen Bridge West Historical District

🚇Transportation: Gongchen Bridge East Station, Metro Line 5

🎫Admission: Free! Free!

🕐Flowering Period: Expected to last until late November

"When the 142-year-old Gongchen Bridge meets the fragrance of a thousand-year-old osmanthus tree, this is truly a unique autumn experience in Hangzhou!"

Post by 杭州枕河居 | Oct 31, 2025

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