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Hailuogou in late autumn and early winter is a double romance of snow and golden hues intertwined. Who knew the transition of seasons could be so beautiful. Hailuogou in winter is a world of silver

❄️Hailuogou in late autumn and early winter is a double romance of snow and golden hues intertwined. Who knew the transition of seasons could be so beautiful. Winter in Hailuogou is a silver-clad ice and snow fairy tale, while the tail end of late autumn quietly lingers in the valley— Golden ginkgo + the white of first snow, like a palette spilled across the earth, so beautiful it's captivating. 📍 Here, there are not only glaciers, but also the stunning colors of late autumn and early winter combined. Walking on the boardwalk, on one side are rime and fir trees, and on the other, ginkgo trees turned golden by the autumn wind. As the wind blows, golden leaves fall, intertwining with the white snow underfoot, like a slow-motion movie scene. 📸 Every shot is a seasonal mashup blockbuster: • Golden ginkgo pops against the snowy landscape, creating an immersive atmosphere • Mount Gongga is lightly veiled by snow mist, a scene straight out of a dream • The cable car traverses through the forest snowfield and golden valley • Rime trees, red stone beach, glaciers, and hot springs together form a winter overture 🌨 Four major highlights of Hailuogou in late autumn and early winter ✨ Golden ginkgo season + the first flakes of snow ✨ The awe of China's lowest altitude glacier ✨ The contrasting healing of soaking in hot springs amidst snow ✨ Winter-exclusive rime and white snow forest 🧭 Tips • To capture the mixed ambiance of golden ginkgo + snow, November to early December is recommended. • The temperature difference in the mountains is significant, so ensure adequate warmth: down jacket + non-slip shoes. • Phone battery drains quickly; bring hand warmers and a power bank. • Fewer people enter the scenic area in the morning, and the light is better for photos. • It's advisable to check the cloud cover for Mount Gongga in advance for a chance to see its true face. 🍂❄️If you want to experience the gentleness of autumn and the romance of winter all at once, then come to Hailuogou. The golden leaves haven't completely fallen, but the snow has already quietly arrived. The season hasn't fully changed, but the scenery has already captivated hearts.
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