Miss it and wait a whole year! The autumn colors of Tiantai Mountain are breathtaking, and local insider tips revealed

Who gets it! The autumn of Tiantai Mountain perfectly fuses ancient poetic charm with natural wild beauty!
The limited-time scenery from late October to December is truly once a year—don’t miss it! Quickly save this nanny-level guide and head out this weekend📸

📍Must-visit spots list (with hidden tips):
🌾 Guoqing Temple Sui Tower Golden Rice Fields
The thousand-year-old Sui Tower stands tall amid rolling golden rice waves. When the wind blows, it’s like the rustling whispers of autumn. Every snap looks like an ancient-style masterpiece with a built-in filter! Best of all, it’s completely free. Go before 7 AM for very few people and enjoy the peacefulness of the entire rice field alone~
💦 Tiantai Mountain Grand Waterfall
The stunning 325-meter “China’s tallest waterfall” must be seen in person! Climb the trail upward, and every 50 meters unlocks a new breathtaking angle. On sunny afternoons between 2-4 PM, you’re very likely to catch a double rainbow. Tickets are 100 RMB; booking online in advance is recommended to skip the line~
🍁 Shiliang Flying Waterfall and Ancient Fangguang Temple
A divine combo of red maples, ancient temple, and flying waterfall! The persimmons outside the temple are now hanging full on the branches. Pick one (charged by weight, super cheap), eat it while shooting, and the Zen atmosphere instantly maxes out. Wearing light-colored Hanfu and taking side-profile shots on the stone bridge is amazing!
🌲 Hanshan Lake Dawn Redwood Forest
In late autumn, the dawn redwoods gradually change from light yellow to deep red, reflected in the emerald lake water, like stepping into a Monet painting. There’s a wooden boardwalk by the lake; the best photo spot is at the corner at the end. At 4 PM, the slanting sunlight makes even your hair glow~

📸 Photo Tips (100% success rate):
① Choose white, beige, or light khaki outfits for a gentle contrast with autumn colors; Hanfu or forest-style dresses are even more photogenic;
② Golden shooting times are Guoqing Temple misty terraces (6-7 AM) and Shiliang Flying Waterfall backlit red maples (3-5 PM);
③ Bring a transparent umbrella or straw hat as props—when the wind blows, it instantly adds dynamic charm to your shots.

🚗 Transportation & Accommodation Suggestions:
✅ Transportation: High-speed train directly to Tiantai Mountain Station; taxi to Guoqing Temple costs about 20 RMB; spots are far apart, so renting a car for 200-300 RMB per day is most cost-effective, or carpool for 50-80 RMB per person;
✅ Accommodation: Prioritize staying in Tiantai County for great value. Recommended are homestays near Guoqing Temple where you can hear temple bells at night and easily shoot morning scenes.

🍜 Local Must-Try Foods:
▪️ Jiao Bing Tong: Tiantai specialty snack, thin pancake wrapped with fresh bamboo shoots, shredded meat, and dried tofu—so delicious you’ll lick the plate;
▪️ Hu La Tai: Available in salty or sweet flavors, crispy outside with soft filling, street stall price only 5 RMB;
▪️ Egg White Lamb Tail: A must for sweet lovers, crispy outside, tender inside, bursting with filling, not greasy at all!

Take advantage of the peak autumn colors and quickly invite your besties for a healing autumn escape~