Nanjing Zhimaling Autumn Hiking Photo Guide

🚩Nanjing's autumn is hidden in the mountains and forests of Zhimaling. This place is not only a great spot for hiking but also a treasure trove for photography📸, known as "Nanjing's Little Jiuzhaigou." 🚗Transportation Guide ·Self-driving: Depart from downtown Nanjing and navigate to "Zhimaling National Forest Park." The drive takes about 1 to 1.5 hours. The park is free🆓 to enter and has parking🅿️ available. ·Public Transport: Take Metro Line S8 to "Fangzhou Square" station, then transfer to bus 632 to reach the park. The last bus departs at 18:30, but during the red leaf season, it is recommended to return before 15:00. 📸Hiking Routes and Photo Spots ·Entrance to Dawn Redwood Core Area: After entering the scenic area, head straight to the Dawn Redwood core area, which is the soul of Zhimaling. From mid-November to early December, the dawn redwood forest turns a deep ochre color. When sunlight hits at an angle, it naturally creates a "translucent red" filter effect. It is recommended to set your camera's white balance to "cloudy" for richer photo colors. The large windmill is also a great photo spot, with the dirt road along the way paired with the warm autumn sun. The windmill in the distance by the lake, reflected on the water, is perfect for silhouette shots.