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Nanjing's autumn is a poem written by plane trees, a painting dyed by maple leaves

autumn, is a poem written by plane trees, a painting dyed by maple leaves🍁 The autumn days of this ancient capital are like a poetic scroll, "infused with the essence of the Six Dynasties" as described by Zhu Ziqing🎨 From October to December, Jinling City is immersed in golden yellow and crimson hues. Everywhere is a romantic scene, "a new view with every step." We've compiled 8️⃣ excellent spots for enjoying autumn, save this guide to start your autumn tour! 📍【Qixia Mountain】 ✨"The most beautiful and outstanding mountain in Jinling" Best viewing period for red leaves: Mid-November to early December Address: No. 88 Qixia Street, Qixia District Tips: One of China's four major maple viewing spots, the red maples are breathtakingly beautiful! 📍【Ming Xiaoling Mausoleum Stone Elephant Road】 ✨"Nanjing's most beautiful 600 meters" Best viewing period: Mid-November to early December Address: Inside Ming Xiaoling Mausoleum Scenic Area, Xuanwu District Tips: Ginkgo and plane trees alternate on both sides, any photo looks like a vintage movie screenshot🎬 📍【Sun Yat-sen Mausoleum Music Stage】 ✨"An autumn fairy tale with flying doves" Best viewing period: November Address: Southern foot of Zijin Mountain, Xuanwu District Tips: Flocks of doves dance with autumn leaves, creating an incredible atmosphere❤️ 📍【Laomendong】 ✨"Jinling's autumn colors beneath the city wall" Open all day Address: No. 49 San Tiao Ying, Qinhuai District Tips: Green bricks and black tiles paired with red maples, the night view is even more stunning! 📍【Xuanwu Lake Park】 ✨"Autumn scenery of a city lake" Best viewing period: November Address: No. 1 Xuanwu Alley, Xuanwu District Tips: The autumn colors along the lake road are charming, and sunset is super romantic🌇 📍【Linggu Temple】 ✨"A quiet and secluded spot for enjoying autumn" Best viewing period: Mid-November to early December Address: Linggu Temple Road, Xuanwu District Tips: The ginkgo forest in front of Wuxiangyuan inside the temple is so healing! 📍【Yihe Road Republic of China Mansion Area】 ✨"One Yihe Road, half a history of the Republic of China" Open all day Address: Yihe Road, Gulou District Tips: Plane tree leaves with Western-style buildings, a perfect spot for vintage photos📸 📍【Niushou Mountain】 ✨"The golden romance of Foding Palace" Best viewing period: Mid-November to early December Address: No. 18 Ningdan Avenue, Jiangning District Tips: The ginkgo forest in front of Foding Palace is absolutely beautiful! ✨Photography tips: - It is recommended to shoot on a sunny day at 10 AM or 3 PM for the softest light. - Wearing camel or off-white clothing makes for better photos. - Using fallen plane tree leaves as a foreground adds depth. 📸Come and capture your own Jinling autumn colors!
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