The favorite of Beijingers, the most beautiful of South Taihang—autumn’s exclusive color!

The favorite of Beijingers, the most beautiful of South Taihang—autumn’s exclusive color!|||🚗 When the northern wind starts to turn chilly, South Taihang quietly dons its splendid autumn attire. The majestic Taihang Mountains stretch over 800 miles, spanning Beijing, Shanxi, Hebei, and Henan provinces. The most exquisite and breathtaking section lies in South Taihang—hailed by "Chinese National Geography" as one of "China’s Most Beautiful Mountain Ranges," and that’s no exaggeration! 🍂 October · Peak of Autumn Colors Starting in September, the forests begin to change, and by October, the colors explode! The mountains are ablaze with red leaves like flames, dotted with yellow leaves, streams babbling, seas of clouds rolling, plus farmhouses drying autumn harvests and fallen leaves on stone paths—every frame looks like a movie scene 🎬 📸 Photography Golden Period: Early October to Early November 📷 Red leaves + sea of clouds + cliff-hanging roads = a killer combo for photos! 📷 Recommended to set out early morning for a higher chance of sea of clouds, soft lighting, and atmospheric shots! 📷 Outfit suggestion: light colors or traditional Chinese-style clothing, perfect for the Red Rock Ancient Village! For touring South Taihang, if time is tight, 3 to 4 days is enough; if you have more time, 6 to 7 days is recommended. 🌄 South Taihang’s Three Key Highlights: Red Rock Canyons | Cliff-Hanging Wonders | Ancient Village Secrets ✅ Red Rock Cliffs and Canyons: Crimson sandstone cliffs pierce the sky like the earth’s torn scars, as magnificent as the Grand Canyon! ✅ Cliff-Hanging Roads: “Sky roads” carved through mountains, thrilling to drive or hike along sheer cliffs, adrenaline guaranteed! ✅ Ancient Village Secrets: Cliffside villages with curling smoke, scattered stone houses, as if time stands still, bringing peace to your heart! 🌟 【South Taihang Must-Visit TOP 7】—Missing any is a regret! 📍 1. Guoliang Cliff-Hanging Road | A breathtaking man-made miracle 📷 Photo spots: Tunnel exit viewing platform overlooking the deep Taihang valley, red leaves covering the slopes. 📍 2. Xiyagou Grand Canyon | A hidden geological wonder 📷 Photo spots: Canyon viewing platform, use telephoto lens to capture the clash of red leaves and cliffs. 📍 3. Guoliang Village | The stone kingdom on the cliff 📷 Photo spots: Village entrance drying yard, stone stair alleys, rooftop viewing platform, stunning light and shadow at dusk. 📍 4. Huilong Tianjie Mountain | The perfect spot for sea of clouds and sunrise 📷 Photo spots: 6:00-7:00 AM at sunrise, long exposure to capture the flowing sea of clouds. 📍 5. Wanxian Mountain | Autumn palette in the geological park 📷 Photo spots: Danfengou trail, Red Leaf Valley plank road, shoot upwards to capture layers of red leaves and cliffs. 📍 6. Pingdian Village | The forgotten ancient cliff village 📷 Photo spots: Stone alleys in the village, autumn drying courtyards, panoramic views from the hillside. 📍 7. Wangmangling | The peak of Taihang, overlooking a thousand miles of rivers and mountains 📷 Photo spots: Haohan Slope viewing platform, shoot sunset silhouettes and colorful forests at dusk. 📌 Tips: 1️⃣ Autumn mornings and evenings are chilly, remember to bring a windbreaker and warm clothes 2️⃣ Some sections of the cliff-hanging road are narrow; drive carefully and preferably during the day 3️⃣ Bring a telephoto lens to capture the distant mountains’ colorful forests 🌌 Northern autumn colors are actually an ordinary everyday scene. When you look at it with appreciation, it reveals many extraordinary beauties.