The autumn vibes at Tiantai Mountain are absolutely wild! These must-visit spots you miss now, you'll have to wait a whole year for

Family, the autumn at Tiantai Mountain perfectly locks the Jiangnan autumn charm right on the mountaintop! The thousand-year-old Sui Dynasty Pagoda, golden rice fields, the 325-meter "China's tallest waterfall"... the autumn atmosphere is at its peak. Now is the perfect time to catch this visual feast—after reading this, just go for it! First stop: Tiantai Mountain Waterfall — the 325-meter "China's tallest waterfall" cascading down Let's talk about what a 325-meter waterfall means. Standing at the bottom looking up, the water flows like the Milky Way pouring down, making photos incredibly stunning! Plus, from October to December, the water volume is at its fullest, and the waterfall’s momentum is absolutely breathtaking. - How to enjoy: Climb up from the foot of the mountain, where you can see the waterfall from multiple angles along the way. You can even walk on the plank road behind the waterfall (very safe), experiencing the thrill of "walking inside the waterfall." For hiking lovers, this route is refreshing and stress-relieving, with the autumn scenery changing outfits alongside the waterfall. - Best time: Morning visits catch the sunlight refracting into little rainbows; afternoons are less crowded, making for a leisurely stroll. Second stop: Thousand-year-old Sui Pagoda + golden rice fields — a double hit of ancient style and pastoral autumn scenery This Sui Pagoda has stood for over a thousand years. In autumn, against the blue sky and white clouds, just standing under the pagoda makes every photo feel like a time-travel masterpiece! Next to the pagoda is a vast golden rice field, rustling in the wind, perfectly framing the pagoda and maximizing the ancient pastoral vibe. - How to shoot: Wear a Hanfu or plain-colored clothes, sit by the rice field, and have a friend shoot from under the pagoda towards the rice field—the composition is perfect. Or stand in front of the pagoda with the rice field as the background for an atmospheric shot. - Best time: The rice is golden now; late October to mid-November is just right. Later than that, the harvest begins, so hurry if you want to shoot! Third stop: Zen autumn light + red persimmons + dawn redwoods — the poetic Jiangnan autumn sealed here - Gufangguang Temple: A hidden ancient temple in the mountains, surrounded by ginkgo and red maple in autumn. Spending some time here fills your heart with zen, very healing. - Shiliang Cisheng Red Persimmons: Thousand-year-old persimmon trees hang full of "red lanterns," branches bent under the weight! Pick one (remember to ask villagers if you can) and taste it—sweet and glutinous. Photos here also have a strong "harvest" vibe. - Hanshan Lake: The dawn redwoods turn fully red in late autumn. Take a boat ride around the lake, with redwoods standing tall on both sides, like a painting! Mid to late November through December is the best viewing period. Nanny-level practical info, so you don’t get caught out - How to get there: - Self-driving: Navigate to "Tiantai Mountain Scenic Area." The roads are good, and parking at the scenic area is convenient. - Public transport: Take the high-speed train to "Tiantai Mountain Station," then transfer to the scenic area shuttle bus or take a taxi. - Where to stay: Nearby guesthouses have a strong Jiangnan style, many with mountain views. Book highly rated ones on Trip.com—comfortable stays make for a better trip! - Little tips: - It’s cool on the mountain in autumn, bring a light jacket for easy on and off during photos. - Use your phone’s telephoto lens for shooting rice fields and redwoods to compress the scenery and add depth. Don’t hesitate, family! This autumn, Tiantai Mountain packs all the autumn charm in one place—hiking, trekking, taking beautiful photos, enjoying the autumn scenery... all arranged in one trip. Hurry up and go! Miss this wave of autumn vibes, and you’ll have to wait another year~