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JULIE BARRETTUnited States

Autumn Viewing in Qingpu

Autumn in the Magic City is just too beautiful! You don’t even have to leave Shanghai to get stunning autumn scenery~ Today, I’m recommending a one-day autumn viewing route in Qingpu, with every shot looking like a painting! 💛 🍁First stop: Zhuangyan Temple (Photos 1-5) 📍Address: No. 366, Dongtuan, Dongshe Village, Zhufeng Highway, Qingpu District ⏰Opening hours: Open all day ✨The 500-year-old ginkgo tree king is simply amazing! The ancient Chinese-style architecture paired with golden ginkgo leaves makes every photo look like an Instagram masterpiece~ The sunlight filtering through the leaves creates such a dreamy effect 8⃣️! It’s recommended to bring a prime lens for super photogenic shots 📸 (remember to go before noon) 🌿Second stop: Baoguo Temple (Photos 6-11) 📍Address: No. 452, Dianfeng Village, Qingpu District (by Dianshan Lake) ⏰Opening hours: 7:00 AM - 4:30 PM 💛Shanghai’s "Old Ginkgo Veteran" lives up to its name (ranked fourth among ancient ginkgo trees in Shanghai)! Under the thousand-year-old ginkgo tree stands a Buddha statue with a warm smile, a perfect match! The moment the ginkgo leaves fall is truly breathtaking~ You can also take a stroll around the beautiful Dianshan Lake here 🌊 🌲Third stop: Qingxi Countryside Park (Photos 12-20) 📍Address: No. 500, Zilian Road, Jinze Town, Qingpu District ⏰Opening hours: 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM 📸Be sure to visit the dawn redwood forest in the afternoon! The orange forest under the light and shadow is absolutely stunning~ Wearing a light-colored sweater will instantly create magazine-worthy photos! The lake reflections in the park are also spectacular. There’s quite a bit of walking, so it’s best to travel light~ 🎯Autumn Viewing Tips: 🕰️Best time: Mid-November to early December (peak ginkgo yellow period) 👗Outfit suggestions: Beige/light brown/cream colors match the autumn scenery perfectly 🚗Transportation: Driving is the most convenient, with ample parking available 🍁Recommended route: Zhuangyan Temple → Baoguo Temple → Qingxi Countryside Park (all on the way, no detours) Miss it and you’ll have to wait a whole year! Go check out the most beautiful autumn scenery in the Magic City now✨
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