This ginkgo forest is stunningly beautiful! You can even get amazing shots on rainy days

Can't shoot ginkgo on rainy days⁉️ This mysterious ginkgo forest hidden at the foot of Zhongnan Mountain is truly a photographer's paradise!📸

✨ The ginkgo trees in this thousand-year-old ancient temple are over 1,400 years old
It is said they were personally planted by Emperor Taizong of Tang, Li Shimin
Every autumn, it looks like a fairy tale world🍂

📸 Shooting tips:
The antique Chinese architecture perfectly matches the golden ginkgo
Every shot looks like a masterpiece!
Rainy days and sunny days each have their own charm～

🌸 Ginkgo looks gentler when photographed on rainy days
✨ Using a slow shutter speed can create a dreamy, ethereal effect
☀️ On sunny days with front light,
the golden leaves sparkle like little stars in the sunlight
🏯 The upturned eaves of the Chinese architecture and the ginkgo form a stunning composition

📍 Off-the-beaten-path shooting spot:
Ancient Guanyin Zen Temple
Address: Luohandong Village, Dongdajie Street, Chang'an District, Xi'an City, Shaanxi Province
(About 30 km from downtown, self-driving or taxi recommended)

⏰ Opening hours:
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM (last entry at 4:30 PM)
Hurry up! The ginkgo season ends at the end of November

🕙 Best shooting time:
Early morning has fewer people and soft light, making it easiest to get great shots
It’s recommended to visit on weekday mornings to avoid weekend crowds

👗 Outfit suggestions:
Hanfu, qipao, or light-colored clothes all look great on camera
Remember to bring an umbrella and a jacket—the mountain has big temperature differences

Before this autumn color fades, save this guide and go take beautiful photos!📷💛

Post by Olivia Thompson48 Serenity | Oct 19, 2025