Autumn Colors Fill Urumqi: A Complete Guide

Heard that Urumqi is Xinjiang's "unexpected autumn color ceiling"? That's right! This time, I found that even casually snapping photos downstairs from the dorm can produce great shots. After the ginkgo turns yellow, it's simply stunning🍂

✨Recommended Autumn Viewing Spots
1⃣️ People's Park Ginkgo Avenue
Golden ginkgo leaves covering the ground against the blue sky make every photo wallpaper-worthy! It's best to take photos before 10 AM when the light is softest. Address: No. 3 Youhao South Road, Shayibak District, Urumqi

2⃣️ Hongshan Park
Climb the Hongshan Tower to overlook the city's autumn colors, where you can see colorful trees intertwined. The wind at the top has been a bit strong lately, so remember to bring a jacket~ Address: Hongshan Road, Shuimogou District, Urumqi

3⃣️ Nanhu Citizen Square
A hidden autumn secret! Few people, beautiful scenery, and you can capture reflections in the water. A pleasant surprise is the few maple trees on the east side of the square, which are especially red and beautiful. Address: Qingnian Road, Tianshan District, Urumqi

4⃣️ Xinjiang University Campus
The alma mater is perfect for photos! The ginkgo tree in front of the library, the maple leaf path between teaching buildings... (Whisper: it's easier to enter with a student card)

📸 Photo Tips:
- Recommended to wear beige or camel-colored clothes, which match autumn scenery perfectly
- The light from 4 to 6 PM is best for backlit shots
- You can pick up large fallen leaves as props, a magic trick to make your face look smaller!

🍁 Best Viewing Period:
Mid-October to early November, when the leaves show the richest colors

🚗 Transportation Tips:
Taking a taxi within the city is most convenient; Didi or regular taxis can reach all spots. People's Park and Nanhu Square are also accessible by subway~

🥘 Nearby Food:
- "Guli Milk Tea House" near Hongshan Park (highly recommend their salty milk tea with naan)
- "Abula Roasted Baozi" outside the west gate of People's Park
- "Rena Liangpi" behind Xinjiang University (a student favorite)