Nanjing's autumn is a poem written by plane trees, a painting dyed by maple leaves

autumn, is a poem written by plane trees, a painting dyed by maple leaves🍁
The autumn days of this ancient capital are like a poetic scroll, "infused with the essence of the Six Dynasties" as described by Zhu Ziqing🎨

From October to December, Jinling City is immersed in golden yellow and crimson hues.
Everywhere is a romantic scene, "a new view with every step."
We've compiled 8️⃣ excellent spots for enjoying autumn, save this guide to start your autumn tour!

📍【Qixia Mountain】
✨"The most beautiful and outstanding mountain in Jinling"
Best viewing period for red leaves: Mid-November to early December
Address: No. 88 Qixia Street, Qixia District
Tips: One of China's four major maple viewing spots, the red maples are breathtakingly beautiful!

📍【Ming Xiaoling Mausoleum Stone Elephant Road】
✨"Nanjing's most beautiful 600 meters"
Best viewing period: Mid-November to early December
Address: Inside Ming Xiaoling Mausoleum Scenic Area, Xuanwu District
Tips: Ginkgo and plane trees alternate on both sides, any photo looks like a vintage movie screenshot🎬

📍【Sun Yat-sen Mausoleum Music Stage】
✨"An autumn fairy tale with flying doves"
Best viewing period: November
Address: Southern foot of Zijin Mountain, Xuanwu District
Tips: Flocks of doves dance with autumn leaves, creating an incredible atmosphere❤️

📍【Laomendong】
✨"Jinling's autumn colors beneath the city wall"
Open all day
Address: No. 49 San Tiao Ying, Qinhuai District
Tips: Green bricks and black tiles paired with red maples, the night view is even more stunning!

📍【Xuanwu Lake Park】
✨"Autumn scenery of a city lake"
Best viewing period: November
Address: No. 1 Xuanwu Alley, Xuanwu District
Tips: The autumn colors along the lake road are charming, and sunset is super romantic🌇

📍【Linggu Temple】
✨"A quiet and secluded spot for enjoying autumn"
Best viewing period: Mid-November to early December
Address: Linggu Temple Road, Xuanwu District
Tips: The ginkgo forest in front of Wuxiangyuan inside the temple is so healing!

📍【Yihe Road Republic of China Mansion Area】
✨"One Yihe Road, half a history of the Republic of China"
Open all day
Address: Yihe Road, Gulou District
Tips: Plane tree leaves with Western-style buildings, a perfect spot for vintage photos📸

📍【Niushou Mountain】
✨"The golden romance of Foding Palace"
Best viewing period: Mid-November to early December
Address: No. 18 Ningdan Avenue, Jiangning District
Tips: The ginkgo forest in front of Foding Palace is absolutely beautiful!

✨Photography tips:
- It is recommended to shoot on a sunny day at 10 AM or 3 PM for the softest light.
- Wearing camel or off-white clothing makes for better photos.
- Using fallen plane tree leaves as a foreground adds depth.

📸Come and capture your own Jinling autumn colors!