"8 Secret Ways to Play in Nanjing That Locals Never Share! Even Tour Guides Don’t Know #5!"
by LeoYoung
Jun 6, 2025
This autumn, come to Nanjing to capture the stunning fall colors! Ming Xiaoling Mausoleum and Meiling Palace in Zhongshan Scenic Area are definitely a paradise for photography enthusiasts. The golden phoenix trees and ancient architecture complement each other perfectly, every shot looks like a masterpiece📸
📍Ming Xiaoling Mausoleum
Address: South foot of Zhongshan Mountain, Xuanwu District, Nanjing
Opening Hours: 06:30-18:30 until the end of November
Ticket Price: 65 RMB
Must-shoot spots:
1. Golden ginkgo trees on both sides of the Sacred Way
2. Autumn leaf carpet on Stone Elephant Road
3. Red maple leaves and red walls in front of the Ming Tower
4. Red walls and ginkgo at the Wenwu Square Gate
📍Meiling Palace
Address: No. 9 Zhongshanling, Xuanwu District, Nanjing
Opening Hours: 07:30-18:00
Ticket Price: 29.5 RMB
Hidden photo spots:
1. Republic of China architecture paired with red maples
2. Second-floor terrace overlooking the "Phoenix Tree Necklace"
3. Vintage-style shots inside the villa
4. Small maple forest in the backyard
Accommodation Recommendations:
🏨 Boutique homestays inside Zhongshanling Scenic Area
- Banshan Jingshe (detached villa)
- Zhongshan S·Hotel (designer style)
- Infinity Garden Homestay (forest healing style)
Photo outfit suggestions:
👗 Recommend beige or camel trench coats
🧣 Pair with a plaid scarf for more autumn vibes
👢 Brown ankle boots are super photogenic
📷 Bring a vintage camera prop for better shots
Tips:
1. Best shooting time is from late October to mid-November
2. Visit on weekday mornings to avoid crowds
3. Remember to bring a telephoto lens for the ginkgo avenue
4. Overcast days can also capture sophisticated autumn colors
5. You can rent Hanfu costumes for photos inside the scenic area
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