Yanhua Reservoir

📜Hidden in the western suburbs of Chengdu, the "Xiangshan Cottage" The name "Yanghua" is derived from a Tang dynasty poem: "A small pavilion hides spring, idle windows lock the daylight, the painted hall is infinitely deep and quiet." This garden, originally built in the Tang dynasty, is one of the representative works of Shu gardens. The Southern Song poet Lu You once lived here and wrote the timeless verse, "In a small building, listening to spring rain overnight; in a deep alley, selling apricot flowers at dawn." During the Ming and Qing dynasties, this place became a favored spot for scholars and artists to compose poetry and paint. The weathered inscriptions on the stone tablets by the pond are time imprints left by literati. 🍂A Millennium Dialogue Between Ginkgo Trees and Red Walls 1️⃣ Main Scenic Area of Yanghuachi When the autumn sun shines through the golden ginkgo leaves, casting mottled shadows on the Tang-style red walls, you will understand what a "colorful scroll painting" means. The pond reflects the nine-bend corridor and pointed pavilions, with rippling golden light on the water surface, as if the ink landscape paintings by Tang dynasty artist Wu Daozi have come to life. Fun fact: The 800-year-old ginkgo tree by the pond is said to be where Lu You often brewed tea and admired the moon! 2️⃣ Zhuoying Pavilion This Song dynasty-style waterside pavilion faces the water on three sides, with eaves curving upward like a startled swan spreading its wings. On autumn afternoons, sunlight filters through the carved window lattices, casting hollow floral patterns on the water, creating a dynamic ink painting with the swimming koi. Personal experience: Squatting by the stone steps watching koi fish compete for food, I suddenly understood why the ancients said, "When fish are happy, people are happy too." 3️⃣ Lu You Shrine Inside the shrine with white walls and black tiles, a Ming dynasty edition of "Jian Nan Shi Gao" (Poetry Manuscripts of Jian Nan) is displayed. The best part is the "Listening to Rain Pavilion" in the backyard, where copper bells on the eaves gently ring in the wind, as if you can faintly hear Lu Fangweng chanting "Lying awake at night, listening to the wind and rain." Little discovery: There is a blue brick with footprints in the corner of the shrine wall, said to be marks left by Lu You pacing while reading in the morning! 4️⃣ Poetry Tablet Corridor More than thirty poetry tablets from the Ming and Qing dynasties stand along the pond. One stone tablet from the Wanli era of the Ming dynasty is especially interesting—it features a "circle of friends" of literati at the time, recording a linked poem collaboratively created at a poetry gathering. Photo tip: Around 4 p.m., the slanting sunlight creates a relief-like three-dimensional effect on the inscriptions. 5️⃣ Tang-style Courtyard The octagonal ancient well from the Tang dynasty in the courtyard still has water as clear as a mirror, with rope marks on the well railing more than an inch deep. Standing by the well and looking up, you can see ginkgo leaves like golden butterflies fluttering through the flying eaves and dougong brackets. Heartwarming detail: Staff reserve "golden photo spots" in areas where fallen leaves are especially thick. The sound of ginkgo leaves falling on the blue bricks is the thousand-year whisper of Yanghuachi. There is no need to rush through the sights here; learning from Lu You to "carefully read the inscriptions while sitting on the mossy rock" is the right way to open this living museum.

40 minutes from Chengdu 🚗!!! I captured the most romantic ginkgo rain of the year 😭!!!! This park has been dyed golden by the ginkgo rain~ Every ginkgo tree is unique I come here every winter!! Fewer people on weekdays!! Taken on December 13! It's still very lush now!!! The redwoods are also in full bloom! Great for photos 📸 · The ginkgo trees at Yanhuachi are always so romantic ✨ 📍: Yanhuachi, Chongzhou 🚥Address: No. 52-54, Dadong Street, Chongzhou 🎫: CNY 8 ✨✨✨ Yanhuachi

Late autumn to early winter, I always think of that door and window dyed in golden hues. Following the poetic line "At the east end of the small pavilion by Yanhuachi, autumn always brings memories of quiet times," I set off from Chengdu for an hour to experience this Tang Dynasty garden's ginkgo🍂 limited romance. This is a window opening to Yanhuachi's two century-old ginkgo trees—sturdy branches holding up a canopy of golden umbrellas. When the wind blows, thousands of ginkgo leaves flutter down, covering the temple grounds in gold. At this moment, this ancient garden, once a filming location for the 1987 version of Dream of the Red Chamber, has become a golden secret realm. In front of the Confucian Temple, find the right angle to shoot upward, capturing the vermilion halls and golden tree crowns in one frame, freezing the garden’s autumn scenery. Strolling along the path by the pond, the flower lattice windows of Qinhe Hall frame the ginkgo like a natural picture frame. In the garden, you might encounter Jia Baoyu sitting quietly on the stone steps reading poetry, while a beauty in ancient costume passes by, as if stepping into the drama of Dream of the Red Chamber. 【Autumn Viewing🍂 Guide】 Best viewing period: Mid-November to early December, when the ginkgo trees are fully golden and fallen leaves🍂 carpet the ground. Opening hours: 8:00 AM - 5:30 PM Admission: 8 RMB/person (includes Lu You Shrine and Chongzhou Confucian Temple) 🚗 Transportation Guide By car: Navigate to "Chongzhou Yanhuachi Museum," about 1 hour from Chengdu, parking fee nearby is 10 RMB per visit. 🚌 Public transport: Take the high-speed train from Chengdu West Station to Chongzhou Station, then transfer to Chongzhou Bus Route 102 directly; 🚇 From Metro Line 4 Wansheng Station Exit D, transfer to Bus 302 to Chongqing Middle Road Education Bureau Station, then walk 800 meters to reach. 📸 Photo spots: Century-old ginkgo in front of the Confucian Temple, flower lattice windows of Qinhe Hall, Sanqu Bridge, Half-Pond Autumn Water Viewing Platform, corridor beside Zunjing Pavilion, etc. 🥘 Food recommendations: Near the scenic area, you can try local flavors like Chongzhou buckwheat noodles and Catholic Church chicken slices. Small town deep travel🚶‍♂️ itinerary: Day 1: Enjoy the ginkgo (other good ginkgo spots in Chongzhou will be shared in the next part) and visit the ancient garden; Day 2: Explore Chongzhou Jiezhi Ancient Town, Yuantong Ancient Town, Huaiyuan Ancient Town, and experience the charm of ancient towns in western Sichuan.

Yanhuachi in Chongzhou has been insanely beautiful lately! 🤩 Every snap feels like a blockbuster shot!! 🌈Features: ▫️Golden autumn limited edition ginkgo feast🍂 ▫️Ancient-style Chinese architecture⛩ ▫️Super affordable ticket only 8 yuan ▫️Few people, beautiful scenery, 100% photo-worthy 📷Photo tips: Best spot is on the right side after entering the park! A spectacular ginkgo tree + ancient architecture background✨ Wearing Hanfu or light-colored clothes makes photos even better～ 💡Practical guide: 📍Address: No. 54 Dadong Street, Chongzhou City 🕒Hours: 08:30-17:00 🎫Ticket: 8 yuan (free for 60+) 🅿️Parking: Chongzhou Central Hospital parking lot, 3-minute walk ⏳Recommended visit time: 2+ hours 💯Super cost-effective! Getting such beautiful autumn scenery for just 8 yuan is a total steal! Hurry up and go now while the ginkgo leaves are golden!!

Swipe left to join me in my city for autumn viewing~ This beautiful ancient-style garden near Chengdu really moved me to tears!!😍 ⏰ Date: November 25, clear skies☀️ 📍 Address: No. 169 Wenmiao Street, Chongzhou City, Chengdu ✨ Filming location for the 1987 version of "Dream of the Red Chamber" 💫 Filming location for the Lu Yi version of "Home with Spring and Autumn" 🔥 Featured on November 22 on CCTV-1 prime time in "Masters' Biographies: The Great Song Poets" Lu You episode! Sa Beining and Zhou Yiwei also filmed here! 🚗 Transportation tips: Only a 1-hour drive from downtown Chengdu 🎫 Tickets only 8 yuan! 8 yuan! (A beautiful garden you can get for the price of a milk tea) 🌈 Highlights: 🍁 Yanhuachi Museum consists of three main attractions: - Yanhuachi: Representative work of Western Sichuan gardens - Zhou Wenmiao (Confucian Temple): Experience a millennium of cultural heritage - Lu You Shrine: Where the patriotic poet once served as an official 📸 Photo spots: ✔️ Thousand-year-old ginkgo tree (golden and stunning!) ✔️ Qinhe Hall, Wenmeishan Pavilion ✔️ Red walls and classical architecture clusters (Hanfu and qipao photos are absolutely perfect! Every shot is a classic ancient-style masterpiece) 🍲 Food recommendations: Lots of hidden gem snacks on Xiaodong Street next to Yanhuachi! 👉 Juntun Guokui (crispy to the point of crumbling) 👉 Zhou Qiao noodles (local favorite) 👉 Egg cake (taste of childhood) 👉 Huaitai tofu (bursting with juice in every bite) 👉 Spicy and sour cabbage rolls (appetizer magic) 💡 Tips: 1. Best time to enjoy autumn: mid to late November 2. Recommended visit duration: 2-3 hours 3. Convenient parking and well-equipped surrounding facilities ✨ This place is really perfect for a weekend short trip! Ancient style, delicious food, and beautiful scenery all in one! Ladies, let's go! 🐛

The only Tang Dynasty official garden in China, the only Lu You Temple in China, the only complete ancient Confucian Temple in Chengdu, 25 km from Chengdu. The park is more beautiful in late autumn and early winter in November when the sun is out, with colorful leaves and glazed tiles of ancient buildings shining in the sun. Many people take photos here. 🚙|Transportation: 1. Self-driving (convenient) 2. Public transportation: Metro Line 4 Wansheng Station - Chongzhou 302 Bus to Chongqing Middle Road (Tax School) Station 🎫|Ticket: CNY 8 ⏰|Tour time: 1. Generally 1.5 hours; 2. Tour + tea in the garden can take a whole day; 3. Taking photos can take a whole day 🍜|Food: 1. Chongzhou specialty buckwheat noodles, go straight from the north gate of the Confucian Temple (No. 134, Xuefu Street, Chongyang Street) to a local restaurant called Zhou Buckwheat Noodles, which is very popular among locals. Personally, I think it is not as good as the buckwheat noodles in Chengdu. There is also a restaurant called Yu Buckwheat Noodles, but I haven't tried it. 2. Huaiyuan Three Delicacies (Ye'erba, Frozen Cake, Tofu Curtain), but most people only buy Ye'erba and Frozen Cake.

🌲 Yanhua Pool in Chongzhou, a filming location for the 1987 version of "Dream of the Red Chamber" and the only Lu You Memorial Hall in China, is steeped in rich cultural heritage. 🌲 With small bridges, flowing water, and pavilions, the garden style combines the charm of the Tang and Song dynasties, half of which is Western Sichuan and half of which is Jiangnan. 🌲 In early winter, the ginkgo trees in Yanhua Pool are golden, and every step you take is like a painting. 🌲 Yanhua Pool tickets are CNY 8. On sunny days, there are many tourists, so remember to go early.

🏞️ Chongzhou Yanhuachi, a classical garden hidden in the city, is not only a filming location for the 1987 version of "Dream of the Red Chamber" but also one of the best places to see ginkgo in Chengdu. Here, you can find thousand-year-old ginkgo trees and ancient buildings with red walls and black tiles, each corner exuding a unique charm. 📝 Recommended reasons: 1. 🌟 Classic and modern combination: It has the beauty of classical gardens and the convenience of modern transportation. 2. 🌳 Ginkgo scenery: The two horizontally growing ginkgo trees in front of Dacheng Hall and the towering ginkgo trees throughout the park form a beautiful picture. 3. 📚 Rich cultural atmosphere: Historical sites such as Lu You Temple and Chongzhou Confucian Temple allow visitors to appreciate the beautiful scenery while feeling the profound cultural heritage. 🚗 Transportation guide: 🚗 Self-driving: Navigate to the south gate of Yanhuachi. There are several parking lots nearby. 🚌 Public transportation: From downtown Chengdu, it is recommended to take the high-speed train to Chongzhou Station and then transfer to bus 302 to the Education Bureau Station; or take Metro Line 4 to Wansheng Station and transfer to a bus. 📸 Check-in spots: 🌳 Dacheng Hall Square: The two ginkgo trees here are the first to change color and are the most popular places. 🏯 Lu You Temple: Walk through the corridor, and there are towering ginkgo trees outside the wall, perfect for taking photos. 🌌 Yanhuating: Standing in the pavilion, you can overlook the entire garden, especially suitable for the evening. 🗺️ Travel route planning: 🚶‍♂️ It is recommended to enter from the south gate, visit Chongzhou Confucian Temple → Lu You Temple → Yanhuachi in turn, and finally leave from the north gate. There are fewer people and beautiful scenery in the morning, so remember to go early! If you want to fly a drone, you need to register at the north gate visitor center in advance. 💰 Ticket price and opening hours: Adult ticket: CNY 8/person, free for those over 60 years old. Opening hours: 8:00–17:30. 🏨 Accommodation guide: 🏨 Chongzhou International Hotel: Fully equipped, superior location, within walking distance to the scenic spot. 🏩 Chongzhou Ruiyun Hotel: Elegant environment, high cost performance, about 5 minutes' drive from the scenic spot. 🍽️ Food recommendations: 🍜 Zhou Qiao Noodles: Authentic Sichuan snacks, the first choice for breakfast. 🐟 Lao Yuwang: A good place to taste authentic Sichuan cuisine, recommended for dinner. 📝 Tips: ⏰ The best viewing period is from late November to early December. 🌤️ Check the weather forecast in advance and choose a sunny day to travel. 🚦 Avoid weekend peak periods and try to visit on weekdays.

Today marks the Xiaoxue solar term in the lunar calendar, and once again, the ginkgo trees across the Chengdu Plain are showcasing their most beautiful yellow leaves. To enjoy the most stunning early winter scenery, I have come back to Yanhuachi in Chongzhou, Chengdu. When the ginkgo leaves turn yellow, Yanhuachi looks like a magnificent classical painting, with beautiful scenes everywhere, perfect for capturing stunning photos. Most of the ancient ginkgo trees in Yanhuachi are two to three hundred years old. The two ancient ginkgo trees in front of the Dacheng Hall of Zhou Wen Temple stand out the most. Their thick branches hold up canopies like elegant umbrellas, with golden leaves free of any blemish. Sunlight filters through the overlapping branches, casting dappled shadows, and the ground beneath is covered in golden fragments, creating a scene full of beauty and poetry. Strolling along the winding paths, you can see green-tiled eaves, lattice windows, and moon gates, with the ginkgo trees perfectly framing the views. When the wind blows, golden leaves flutter down—some fall into the pond, stirring ripples; others drift into the corridors, forming a stunning color composition with the vermilion railings. The red walls and dark tiles of the buildings, set against the golden ginkgo, appear even more elegant, and the upturned eaves seem livelier. On the stone path by the pond, fallen leaves dance and spiral gently, landing on your shoulders as if whispering the poetry of autumn and winter. Under the distant arch bridge, koi fish flick their tails, breaking the reflection of the golden trees, leaf shadows, and clouds on the water’s surface. The interplay of movement and stillness reveals a gentle charm reminiscent of Jiangnan. The "most beautiful" Yanhuachi is always refreshing to see, with different scenery in every season, but I still love the early winter beauty the most.

⛰【Attraction Guide】 📍Detailed Address: No. 52-54, Dadong Street, Chongzhou City, Chengdu, Sichuan Province 🚗Transportation Guide: Self-driving navigation to "Yanhua Pool Parking Lot" 💰Ticket Price: Tickets are charged, but the exact price is not remembered, though it is very cheap 🌟Highlights: 1. Preserves the complete Chongzhou Confucian Temple, allowing us to feel the charm of the great teacher Confucius; 2. The Lu You Shrine lets us appreciate the poetry of Fangweng; 3. Elegant Western Sichuan garden, being there feels like time stands still

📍 I thought Yanhuachi, a scenic spot in the suburbs of Chengdu, would be a hidden gem, but it turned out to be packed with people! However, it was this lively atmosphere that allowed me to discover more unique beauty. 📍 🏞️ Yanhuachi is located in Chongzhou, Chengdu. It is a classical garden with a long history and was one of the filming locations for the 1987 version of "Dream of the Red Chamber". 👀 The ginkgo trees here turn golden in late autumn, contrasting with the red walls and black tiles, exuding a unique classical charm. 🌳 The scenic area is small but exquisitely designed, with techniques such as borrowed scenery and separated scenery making every step full of surprises. 🚗 Transportation: 🔍 Address: No. 251, Yanhuachi Road, Chongzhou, Chengdu, Sichuan 🚗 Self-driving: Navigate to "Yanhuachi". It is recommended to set off early to avoid peak hours. There are libraries and Xisanxiang parking lots nearby. 🚌 Public transportation: 🚆 Metro Line 4 → Wansheng Station → Chongzhou Bus 302 → Get off at the Education Bureau Station and walk to the South Gate. 🚅 Chengdu West Railway Station → Chongzhou Station High-speed Railway → Chongzhou Bus 102 → Yanhuachi North Gate. 🛤️ Travel route planning: 🚶‍♂️ From the South Gate ➡️ Chongzhou Confucian Temple (two huge ginkgo trees) ➡️ Lu You Temple ➡️ Yanhuachi ➡️ Yanhuating ➡️ North Gate. 📌 Walking along this route, you can enjoy the most beautiful ginkgo scenery and avoid crowded areas. 📸 Must-see attractions: 🏮 Chongzhou Confucian Temple: The two thousand-year-old ginkgo trees in front of Dacheng Hall grow horizontally like a natural painting, making it the best place for taking photos. 🏮 Lu You Temple: Walking through the corridor after the gate, surrounded by towering ginkgo trees outside the wall, feels like traveling back in time. 🏮 Yanhuachi: The reflection in the water is poetic and picturesque, perfect for sitting quietly by the lake or taking beautiful photos. 💰 Ticket information and opening hours: 💳 Tickets are CNY 8 per person, free for seniors over 60. 🕒 Opening hours are 9:00-17:00 daily. 🏨 Accommodation guide: 🏨 Hotels near Chongzhou Traditional Chinese Medicine Hospital: Close to the scenic area, convenient for travel. 🏨 Chongzhou Shuxiang Hotel: Elegant environment, suitable for visitors who like quietness. 🍽️ Food recommendations: 🍽️ Lao Yuwang: Authentic Sichuan cuisine with an excellent reputation. 🍽️ Luo Douhua Restaurant: Special tofu pudding and Anle pig ears, leaving a lasting impression. 📝 Tips: 📢 Arrive early in the morning to avoid peak hours, and the lighting is also better for taking photos. 🚗 There is no large parking lot in the scenic area, so it is recommended to plan your parking location in advance. 🚀 If you want to fly a drone for shooting, please register at the North Gate Visitor Center first. 🛋️ There are teahouses and cafes in the scenic area, where you can take a break if you are tired.

🍂 Early winter's exclusive millennium golden hues Yanhua Pond in Chongzhou is truly a dream of the Tang and Song dynasties Green tiles overlap in shadows, red walls stand quietly, ginkgo leaves fall like rain. As the most overlooked early winter secret near Chengdu— Chongzhou · Yanhua Pond. This garden, slowly evolving since the Tang dynasty, is also a filming location for Dream of the Red Chamber and the home of the Chongzhou Museum. Every year at this time, the ginkgo showers gold, draping it in the grandest robe of light and shadow of the year. 📸 These spots capture different ancient charms: ▫️ By the waterside of Yanhua Pond The pond is like a bright mirror, reflecting a tree of dazzling gold; with Han clothing brushing past, it feels like turning back to the Tang and Song dynasties. ▫️ The vermilion palace walls of the Zhou Confucian Temple “Same style as the Forbidden City” red walls, accompanied by ginkgo; each scene is a painting, full of grandeur. ▫️ The courtyard of the Lu You Shrine One of only two dedicated Lu You shrines nationwide; among the whispering fallen leaves, poetry fills the air. ▫️ Between the corridor bridge and flower windows Using the scenery as a painting, stepping and framing change with every move; every glance is a living ancient scroll. 💡 Travel Tips: ⌛️ Golden period: Late November – Early December 🎫 Ticket: 8 RMB (truly the peak of cost performance!) 🚗 Transportation: About 1 hour drive from Chengdu, navigate to “Yanhua Pond Museum” 👗 Dress code: Hanfu, light colors, vintage coats—all blend perfectly with the scenery 📅 Recommended to visit on weekdays; morning light or afternoon slanting sun offers the gentlest light and shadow Here, there is not only ginkgo, but also a silent dialogue with a thousand years of time. Leaves fall and grow again, walls age and renew, and at this moment, we gently embrace history.