Breaking into the deep mountains of Fujian! Spend a day as an immortal at Ginkgo Gaolaozhuang

🌄 You would never guess that hidden in the deep mountains of Fujian is a real-life version of the "Journey to the West Gaolaozhuang." 🍁 When the thousand-year-old ginkgo leaves cover the roofs and stone steps of the Tang-style ancient buildings, this place looks like a golden dream you never want to wake up from. 📅 Basic Information 🌟 Highlights: Thousand-year-old ancient ginkgo trees, filming location of Zhang Jizhong’s version of "Journey to the West" Gaolaozhuang, national traditional village. 🕒 Best viewing period: Mid to late November through early December. At this time, the ginkgo leaves are brilliantly golden, making it the most photogenic season. 📍 Location: Shanghu Village, Dagan Town, Shunchang County, Nanping City, Fujian Province, and within Baoshan Scenic Area. 🎫 Tickets: Baoshan Scenic Area is free of charge 🍂 Two main experiences 1️⃣ Shanghu Village, meet the thousand-year-old golden butterflies 🏡 This is a true paradise on earth. 🌳 The village is home to several ancient ginkgo trees over a thousand years old. 📷 It’s recommended to stand on the village viewing platform to overlook the ancient trees, the golden carpet of fallen leaves, and the rustic houses all in one frame, instantly enhancing the atmosphere. 2️⃣ Gaolaozhuang, fulfill a martial arts and immortal dream 🚗 A short drive from the village brings you to Gaolaozhuang in Baoshan Scenic Area. 🏯 This Tang-style architectural complex built for film and TV shows features flying eaves and grand grandeur. 🐷 You can find classic scenes like "Zhu Bajie carrying his wife" here, and the backyard displays weapons and props, perfect for interactive photo opportunities. 🏛️ Don’t forget to visit the Baoshan Temple main hall and Shuangsheng Temple on the mountain, both national key cultural relic protection units. 💡 Super practical travel tips ⚠️ Traffic warning: The mountain roads are winding and often foggy in the early morning, so drive with extra caution. Not recommended for novice drivers to go alone. ❤️ Mindset preparation: Combining ancient villages with natural scenery, bring eyes to discover beauty and enjoy the peaceful autumn time.