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Nanjing Yanque Lake Stunning Dawn Redwood Guide Autumn Limited Edition Oil Painting Secret Spot

Wow! Discovered Nanjing's autumn limited edition oil painting secret spot! 🤩 The dawn redwood forest at Yanque Lake is like God's spilled palette 🎨, the red and yellow intertwined water forest is explosively beautiful! Save this nanny-level autumn viewing guide👇 🍁 Best Viewing Time Mid to late November to early December is the perfect viewing period✨ Dawn redwood color transition: green → yellow → red🍂 Every morning from 7-8 AM is the magical moment💫 📍 Location (with positioning) 🏞️ Southeast corner of Meihua Valley, Zhongshan Scenic Area, Nanjing 🚪 Navigate to Ming Xiaoling Tomb Gate 3 (free viewing area) ⏳ Opening hours: open all day 🚗 Transportation Guide 🚇 Subway: Line 2, Muxuyuan Station Exit 1, 10-15 minutes walk 🚗 Driving: Parking lots nearby, recommended to arrive early on weekends! 📸 Must-Check-In Photo Spots 1️⃣ Crescent Dike Center: panoramic + symmetrical reflection is amazing! Shooting with front light from 7-8 AM is simply divine✨ 2️⃣ East Bank Boardwalk: get close-up details of the dawn redwoods 🍃 side lighting adds more layers 3️⃣ Yuhe Bridge: overhead divine perspective! Shooting backlit after 4 PM is super dreamy 🌅 🦆 Surprise Encounter: super cute wild ducks swimming on the lake (photo 5) are an unexpected delightful bonus! 🎬 Shooting Tips ⏰ Golden Hours: - Early morning 7-9 AM: misty like a fairyland 🌫️ - After 4 PM: backlight creates halo effects ✨ 👗 Outfit Tips: Off-white/light gray/khaki colors are most photogenic! Props: yellowed books/transparent umbrella ☂️ for full artistic vibe 💡 Tips - More crowds on weekends, recommended to visit on weekdays - Drones require prior approval - Remember to bring a telephoto lens! Nearby Attractions: 🏯 Ming Xiaoling Tomb (500 meters away) 🌺 Meihua Valley (walkable) 🌳 Zhongshan Botanical Garden (3 kilometers)
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