The season of ginkgo leaves in Tengchong (Yunnan) turns brilliant yellow from November 15 to December 15. Travel blogger The Vu (30 years old, Lao Cai ) calls the scenery in Ginkgo village, Co Dong town, Tengchong district "stunningly beautiful" and "fragile" - with just a gust of wind or rain, the golden moment can pass very quickly.
What makes the attraction
According to The Vu, Ginkgo Village is an ancient village with ginkgo trees that are about 1,800 years old. This is the intersection of Burmese and Chinese cultures, creating a quiet, gentle but attractive atmosphere when the afternoon sun slant through the yellow leaves, covering the small alleys.
Golden moment: November 15 - December 15
Ginkgo leaves start to turn yellow in November, and are most beautiful around November 15-December 15, as suggested by The Vu. He emphasized that this beauty is short-lived and easily extinguished, so one should take advantage of the short time frame mentioned above.
Discover : Ginkgo village and Hoa Thuan ancient town
In addition to the village covered in gold by ginkgo, The Vu suggests visiting the ancient town of Hoa Thuan. Impressed by its antiquity and peace, this place still maintains a slow pace of life with a blend of Burmese and Chinese architecture, suitable for those who like to walk and admire the old town when the weather turns cold.
Costumes & photography
To have photos that “eat” the yellow leaves, The Vu suggests light, bright-toned, flowing clothes or beige coats. In the ancient village, there is a costume rental and makeup service in the style of “Douyin sisters”, convenient for tourists who want to have a photo set that matches the background.
Schedule and cost reference
The Vu went for 4 days and 3 nights, with a total cost of more than 9 million VND (depending on needs), of which the biggest expense was shopping and personal expenses. For Vietnamese tourists, he recommends going on a tour so they don't have to worry about procedures and arranging transportation and accommodation.
Move: optimal route suggestion
If traveling by road, the convenient route that The Vu suggested: from Lao Cai border gate to Dali, continue to Baoshan by train, then take a car to Dang Xung. He emphasized "you must go to Dali to get to Dang Xung fastest because this is the optimal route".
Regarding procedures, according to The Vu, entering China is currently very easy and quick; whether traveling by plane or by road, the same entry procedures are required.
Quick Tips
- Ideal time: around November 15-December 15 when ginkgo leaves turn bright yellow.
- Weather and scenery change quickly; be flexible with your schedule to capture photos when the weather is dry and there is little wind.
- Light-toned clothes and beige coats help you stand out against the leafy background; costumes and makeup can be rented in the ancient village.
- Vietnamese tourists should consider going on a tour to optimize travel, accommodation and procedures.
- Suggested road route: Lao Cai – Dali – Baoshan – Dangchong.
Narration
“When I arrived in Dang Xung, I immediately fell in love with the weather and local culture… I was overwhelmed by the rustic, poetic beauty of the village,” The Vu said. For him, the reason to return is simply that “the fragile scenery is unforgettable.”
Source: https://baonghean.vn/dang-xung-la-bach-qua-vang-1511-1512-canh-sac-mong-manh-10312823.html
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