Autumn in China: From the yellow leaves of Jiangsu to the white snow of Gansu

Journey to discover China's colorful autumn

As the cool breezes begin to blow, China puts on a brilliant and charming autumn coat. This is the ideal time for tourists to set out to explore the breathtaking natural landscapes, from the red-leafed forests in the East to the unexpected first snowfalls in the Northwest. Each land has its own beauty, creating a diverse and vibrant autumn picture.

Jiangsu: The poetic beauty of the East

Jiangsu Province, located in Eastern China, is a must-see destination for those who love the romantic beauty of autumn. This place not only has historical relics but also possesses a rich natural ecosystem.

Tourists visit the flooded forest in Hung Hoa, Jiangsu — Wetland Forest Scenic Area in Xinghua City, Jiangsu Province.

Ming Xiaoling Mausoleum, Nanjing

In Nanjing, the Ming Xiaoling Mausoleum, the mausoleum of Emperor Taizu of the Ming Dynasty, Zhu Yuanzhang, becomes more ancient as the rows of ancient trees begin to change color. The long walkways lined with yellow and red trees create a picturesque scene, attracting many tourists and photographers.

Ming Xiaoling Mausoleum in Nanjing with rows of trees with yellow autumn leaves — Ming Xiao Mausoleum in Nanjing, Jiangsu, seen from above as the leaves begin to turn yellow.

Other destinations

Con Son Flower Fields: A sea of colorful flowers, an ideal destination for picnics and photography.
Taizhou Wetland Park: Covering nearly 670 hectares, the park is home to many rare animals, including the Milu deer. Watching them cross the river in the autumn sunset is an unforgettable experience.

Brilliant flower fields in Kunshan city, Jiangsu province — Tourists visit flower fields in Kunshan city, Jiangsu province.

Milu deer cross the river at a wetland park in Taizhou, Jiangsu — Milu deer at a wetland park in Taizhou city, Jiangsu province.

Hebei: The majestic Great Wall

Autumn is the time when the Great Wall of China shows off its most majestic beauty. At the Qingshan Pass section in Hebei province, the ancient structure winds between mountain ranges covered by forests of changing leaves. The yellow and red colors of the leaves contrast with the solidity of the wall, creating a picture of nature and history blending together.

The Great Wall winds through the autumn mountains and forests in Hebei — Autumn scenery at Qingshanguan Great Wall, Hebei Province.

Gansu: Impressive seasonal change in the Northwest

Gansu Province in Northwest China offers a completely different autumn experience, where visitors can witness the transition between late autumn and early winter.

First snow of the season

In Dingxi City and Yongjing County, the first snowfalls of the season often come early, covering the mountains and terraced fields with a thin layer of white. The scene is both wild and poetic, bringing a sense of peace typical of the highlands.

Terraced fields in Gansu covered with a thin layer of early season snow — Terraced fields in Yongjing County, Gansu Province, covered in the first layer of snow of the season.

Dunhuang Desert Oasis

The Dunhuang Mosha Mountain and Crescent Spring Scenic Area has a different kind of beauty. In the middle of the vast desert, the green oasis with rows of yellowing poplars creates an impressive highlight, an ideal place for visitors to admire the sunset in the desert.

Shandong: Yantai Flower Colors

Not only yellow leaves, autumn in China is also brilliant with flower fields. In Yantai city, Shandong province, squares and parks are decorated with thousands of flowers, creating a relaxing space and a favorite check-in spot for locals and tourists.

Tourists visit flower fields in Yantai city, Shandong — Flower fields at a square in Yantai city, Shandong province.

Notes when traveling to China in autumn

Ideal time: September to the end of October is the best time, the weather is cool, pleasant and the scenery is most brilliant.
Clothing: It is important to dress in layers as the weather can change rapidly, especially between day and night. Bring a warm jacket, scarf and comfortable walking shoes.
Getting there: Autumn is peak travel season, especially during Golden Week (early October). Book your train and plane tickets in advance to get a good price and secure your itinerary.
Accommodation: Book hotel rooms early, especially at popular tourist spots like the Great Wall or Nanjing.

Source: https://baolamdong.vn/mua-thu-trung-quoc-tu-sac-la-vang-giang-to-den-tuyet-trang-cam-tuc-398006.html