The autumn at Chaotian Palace is already as beautiful as a painting, a perfect photo spot

A must-visit hidden gem museum for a fall City Walk in Nanjing! After visiting, you'll definitely be amazed by the architectural aesthetics here✨

When mentioning the Nanjing Museum (Chaotian Palace), many tourists might overlook this place. But it’s truly a paradise for architecture photography lovers! Especially the autumn scenery is stunning🍁

As one of the oldest ancient architectural complexes in Nanjing, Chaotian Palace features typical Ming and Qing dynasty style buildings. The red walls and yellow tiles paired with golden ginkgo leaves make every shot look like a masterpiece! Here are some must-check-in spots:

1️⃣ Main Hall Square
This is the iconic view of Chaotian Palace. The vermilion palace walls combined with bright yellow ginkgo leaves look incredibly beautiful without any color editing on sunny days! Especially when the afternoon sunlight shines down, the light and shadow effects are unbeatable~

2️⃣ Rear Hill Viewing Platform
Climb to the rear hill to see the entire ancient architectural complex! You can also enjoy a distant view of Nanjing’s city skyline, a unique blend of ancient and modern perspectives!

3️⃣ East Side Hall Corridor
Walking through the corridors of the ancient buildings, you can feel a strong historical atmosphere. The corridor’s composition is perfect for portrait photography, and it’s recommended to wear Hanfu for even better results~

Make sure to avoid visiting on Mondays when it’s closed! Here’s a little tip: the best lighting is from 2 to 4 PM, making your photos super clear! Tickets are just a little over 20 yuan, such great value!

Besides photography, you can also see many precious cultural relics and learn about the history of Nanjing city. After touring the museum, it’s recommended to head to nearby Wangfu Street for food, where many authentic Nanjing snacks await you~

Post by KristofferMadsen | Oct 24, 2025