Traveler's Journal | Ningbo Golden Avenue Dongqian Lake's Most Photogenic Ginkgo Forest

Wonderful photography, with writing full of depth. Wandering Traveler takes you to discover the beauty of Ningbo + the edge of Zhejiang, off the beaten path, serene and elegant places you'll want to revisit. - After a year of waiting, the autumn breeze brings the moment when Dongqian Lake's most photogenic ginkgo forest turns yellow again. Not centuries-old towering trees, but rows upon rows of deep, vast forests, the best golden autumn spot for portrait photography. - There are several great ginkgo viewing spots by Dongqian Lake, each with its own unique scenery. Usually, mid to late November is the peak period for ginkgo leaves turning yellow, lasting until early December. The ginkgo forest here is larger, offering a true "Golden Avenue" walking experience. - Waiting for it to have a more vivid landmark—the Tea Pavilion Freedom Shore, with a new and better perspective. - Ningbo Dongqian Lake is the largest natural freshwater lake in Zhejiang, Ningbo’s backyard garden, known for its "Xizi scenery, Taihu grandeur," a top choice for vacation and leisure in the Jiangsu-Zhejiang-Shanghai area, a "windy place" to visit. - The deep autumn golden ginkgo and the fragrant lakeside coffee combine to create a leisurely time perfect for both activity and relaxation. You can stroll and take photos in the ginkgo forest in the morning, then enjoy the lake view and tranquility in a specialty café in the afternoon. — Wait for sunrise and moonset, watch the shimmering water, and enjoy an unobstructed panoramic view from the lakeside terrace—how delightful! Even on rainy days, the atmosphere is full—the poetic mood of Jiangnan’s misty rain. — 🚗 Location: Tea Pavilion Freedom Shore, Dongqian Lake Town, Yinzhou District, Ningbo City, Zhejiang Province. - After admiring the ginkgo, find a favorite café to rest, enjoy the lake and mountain scenery, and have afternoon tea. Nearly 40 unique "village cafés" are scattered around Dongqian Lake, converted from village houses and blending perfectly with the lake and mountain scenery. - 1️⃣ Artistic Stroll Route: Morning photo session at the ginkgo forest on Huanhu South Road → Lunch and stroll at Hanling Old Street, a cultural old street → Afternoon tea break at a café near Hanling or Limin Village. 2️⃣ Lake and Mountain Scenery Route: Morning visit to Xiaoputuo Scenic Area and café check-in in Limin Village → Afternoon visit to the northern ginkgo forest of Qixin Resort and nearby Sun and Moon Slope Metasequoia Forest → Evening sunset viewing by the lake. 3️⃣ Lazy Day Route: Tea Pavilion offers complete dining, accommodation, entertainment, and sightseeing; perfect for taking photos, having afternoon tea, or just daydreaming all day at one spot. - Winter tea and coffee route features not only the yellow ginkgo but also the red metasequoia along the lakeside trail, the withered lotus and blooming gesang flower sea green in Qianhu’s secret spots, and the red maples and green willows along the embankment...