Later, I told everyone... how beautiful the autumn colors in Suzhou are

It is said that autumn in Suzhou is like a palette spilled by God. From late November to early December, the whole city is soaked in the red of maple leaves and the yellow of ginkgo. This seven-day autumn viewing route will take you into the most authentic late autumn in Jiangnan. 🍂 Autumn Color Viewing Guide · Best time: Late November - Early December · Important tip: The best time to see ginkgo is slightly earlier than maple leaves · Dawn redwood season: Mid-December is perfect for visiting Dushu Lake and Tiger Hill Wetland Park to see the colorful forests 📷 Must-visit photo spots · Humble Administrator’s Garden: Pavilions and red leaves complement each other, with a new scene at every step · Beisi Pagoda: Ancient pagoda with ginkgo trees, perfect for composition · Huanxiu Villa, Yipu Garden: Lesser-known gardens where autumn colors feel more tranquil · Xiyuan Temple: Ancient temple with yellow walls and zen-like maple shadows · Twin Pagodas and Wu Zuoren Art Museum: A blend of cultural atmosphere and autumn colors 🗺 Seven-day leisurely route · Day 1 West City Zen Line Tongjing North Road → Xiyuan Temple → Lingering Garden → Fengqiao Road (can also visit Hanshan Temple) · Day 2 Ancient City Highlights Line Beisi Pagoda → Humble Administrator’s Garden (nearby you can visit Suzhou Museum, Lion Grove Garden, Pingjiang Road) · Day 3 Half-day at Tiger Hill Recommended to spend half a day slowly savoring the autumn charm of Wu Zhong’s top mountain · Day 4 Ginkgo Theme Day Dinghui Temple → Twin Pagodas → Phoenix Street → Shizi Street → Daoqian Street (Golden Avenue) · Day 5 Hidden Garden Exploration Huanxiu Villa → Yipu Garden → Yiyuan Garden → Guanqian Street · Day 6 Tianping Maple Viewing Tianping Mountain → Shoutao Lake (nearby Lingyan Mountain and Tianchi Mountain are also optional) · Day 7 Fusion of Modernity and Nature Shili Xietang → Red Maple Forest Scenic Area (can be paired with modern landmarks around Jinji Lake) ✨ Thoughtful Tips · It’s best to visit gardens early or late to avoid crowds and capture the morning or evening light · Wear comfortable shoes; Suzhou’s autumn is perfect for slow walking and deep appreciation · Remember to bring your camera; every frame is a memory worth keeping of Jiangnan This autumn, you must take a trip to Jiangnan. Among Suzhou’s pavilions and towers, collect a cup full of autumn spirit.