Flying to Songyang, certified by National Geographic, for these 18 photos of the secret Jiangnan paradise is absolutely worth it!
by CrimsonFury@
Oct 22, 2025
Absolutely! Songyang, rated by National Geographic as "the last secret place in Jiangnan," is truly worth a flight✈️ Instantly fell in love with the photos, booked the ticket right away❗
🌾The perfect autumn trip with 18 stunning photos for your social feed: ancient villages with white walls and black tiles shrouded in mist + golden terraced rice fields, no filters needed to get amazing shots~
📸Must-visit magical photo spots revealed✨
📍Houshe Village
📷Photos 1~3
1️⃣Deer Head Dead Tree at the village entrance: uniquely shaped like deer antlers🦌 paired with terraced fields and yellow mud houses, every shot looks like a movie scene🎬
2️⃣Kuzhu Ancient Tree: stunning backlight from 3-5 PM! Tyndall light filtering through leaves, panoramic mode captures the layers of village + terraces🌄
📍Songzhuang Village
📷Photos 4~8
1️⃣600-year-old Stone Arch Bridge: same as featured in National Geographic! Sitting on the bridge, shoot the stream flowing beneath your feet, full Jiangnan gentle charm💦
2️⃣Village Entrance Highland: near the village entrance is a viewpoint overlooking the village, use telephoto to compress the scene and capture the "stream winding around the village"📸
📍Chenjiapu Village
📷Photos 9~13
1️⃣Pioneer Bookstore: filming location of "The Golden Years"! Floor-to-ceiling windows facing the sea of clouds and valley☁️ The second-floor terrace is perfect for silhouette shots
2️⃣Feiniaoji Alley: casual shots in the alley naturally bring a relaxed vibe
📍Songyang Old Street
📷Photos 15~18
1️⃣Ming and Qing Arcade Buildings: stand in front of the carved doors and windows for half-body shots, full vintage vibes🏮
2️⃣Century-old Iron Shop: sparks flying⚡️ The clanging sounds make you feel like you've traveled back in time
🚀Practical Tips:
- Transportation: recommended to drive or hire a car, some villages have many mountain roads
- Best Season: September to November for the most beautiful autumn colors
- Outfit Suggestions: Hanfu or light-colored clothes photograph best
Who says secret places are just filter tricks? Songyang’s ancient village morning mist, old street moments, and spontaneous stories are stunning even without filters💕
🚁Only when leaving did I realize, the true secret places are hidden in the everyday life and the stories captured by the lens~
Post by CrimsonFury@ | Oct 22, 2025












