The upcoming autumn in Nanjing is bursting with beauty!

📍 Top must-visit spots for maple viewing 1. Qixia Mountain (Undoubtedly the star of the show!) 🎯 Why go: One of China’s four top maple viewing destinations, with a dazzling variety of red leaves! 🕒 Best time: Late November to early December (perfect right now!) 🎯 Must-see spots: Maple Forest Lake, Red Leaf Valley, Qixia Temple, Lu Yu Tea House (the panoramic views from the top are breathtaking!) 🎫 Tickets: Around 40 RMB for adults (cheaper if bought in advance!) 2. Niushou Mountain (The Buddhist-style autumn viewing favorite) 🎯 Why go: The architecture of the Buddha Summit Palace on the peak is stunning, with autumn colors and Buddhist cultural vibes at their peak✨ 🕒 Best time: Colors start changing from mid to late November 🎯 Highlights: Transparent glass walkway + colorful autumn forest, perfect for amazing photos! 3. Sun Yat-sen Mausoleum & Ming Xiaoling Mausoleum (History + autumn scenery double bonus) 🎯 Why go: The golden plane tree avenue is a cinematic masterpiece with every shot🎬 🕒 Best time: Mid to late November when the ginkgo trees turn their most stunning yellow 🎯 Note: Weekends are crowded, weekdays are more comfortable~ 4. Xuanwu Lake Park (Great shots right in the city) 🎯 Why go: Liangzhou Ginkgo Avenue is gorgeous, and city transport is convenient 🕒 Best time: Mid to late November 🎯 Tip: Rent a small electric bike to circle the lake, easy and relaxing🚲 🎯 Handy tips for you! 👕 Outfit advice: Wear light or earth tones for better photos! Red or khaki against the maple background looks amazing~ 📸 Photography tips: - After 3 PM, the light is soft; backlighting makes leaves glow beautifully - Use foreground blur to create depth (like branches + distant mountains) - Bring small props (hat, scarf) to add atmosphere🧣 🚗 Transport tips: - Qixia Mountain is easily accessible via Metro Line 7 + Bus 197 - If driving, go early as parking is tight on weekends⚠️ 🍱 Food & drink recommendations: - Confucius Temple Qinhuai Snack Street: Duck blood vermicelli soup, salted duck, osmanthus sugar taro shoots… perfect for snacking while strolling😋 - Many farmhouses near Qixia Mountain entrance offer local rustic dishes~ 🧭 Summary: How to make the most of your trip? 🌟 Lazy route (1 day): Morning at Qixia Mountain ➕ Afternoon at Xuanwu Lake or Niushou Mountain 🌟 In-depth route (2 days): Day 1: Maple viewing at Qixia Mountain ➕ Night view at Confucius Temple Day 2: Plane Tree Avenue at Sun Yat-sen Mausoleum ➕ Stone Elephant Road at Ming Xiaoling Mausoleum 🌟 Family-friendly route: Morning at Xuanwu Lake Ginkgo Avenue ➕ Afternoon shopping and snacking at Laomendong (kids won’t get tired)