[2025 Tai'an Attraction] Travel Guide for Yuquan Temple (Updated Oct)

In autumn, it’s like nature has spilled its palette 🎨, with red and yellow intertwined forests, ancient temple ginkgo trees, and dreamy seas of clouds. Every shot looks like a masterpiece! I’ve put together this super detailed autumn photo check-in guide for you—grab it now~ ✨ Complete Guide to Mount Tai’s Autumn Highlights [Sea of Clouds and Sunrise] 🏔️ Best spots: Jade Emperor Peak, Riguang Peak, South Heavenly Gate ⏰ Best time: Around sunrise (remember to check the sunrise time!) 💡 Tip: Arrive 1 hour early to secure a spot, bring a tripod for time-lapse shots [Colorful Forests] 🍁 Best spots: Houshiwu, Caishixi, Taohuayu ⏰ Best time: 9-11 AM for soft light 📸 Must-shoot: Slow shutter creek + autumn leaves, absolutely stunning! [Ancient Architecture in Autumn] 🏯 Best spots: Dai Temple, Yuquan Temple, Bixia Shrine 💛 Must check-in: Dai Temple’s “Ginkgo King,” golden leaves with red walls are a perfect match [Cultural Landscapes] 🪨 Best spots: Shibapan, along Hongmen Road 🎞️ Shooting tip: Ancient building steps + autumn leaves, very atmospheric 📍 Address: Hongmen Road, Daiyue District, Tai’an City, Shandong Province ⏳ Opening hours: April to October, 5:00 AM to 11:59 PM 🎫 Ticket: 115 RMB 📸 Must-shoot Scene Babysitter-Level Guide 1️⃣ Mountain Top Sea of Clouds Sunrise • Shooting spots: Riguang Peak, Jade Emperor Peak • Gear: Wide-angle + telephoto lenses essential • Technique: +1 exposure compensation for soft morning light 2️⃣ Ancient Temple Ginkgo Masterpiece • Dai Temple Ginkgo King: over a thousand years old! • Shooting angle: low-angle upward shot is stunning • Golden hour: 3-5 PM for best light and shadow 3️⃣ Caishixi Slow Shutter • How to shoot: ND filter + tripod • Creative idea: fallen leaves floating on water, super beautiful 🗺️ 2-Day Photography Itinerary Recommendation Day 1️⃣ Morning: Hongmen → Zhongtianmen (shoot stone carvings and autumn colors) Afternoon: South Heavenly Gate → Jade Emperor Peak (shoot sunset silhouettes) Evening: Stay at the mountain top to wait for sunrise Day 2️⃣ Early morning: Riguang Peak for sea of clouds sunrise Morning: Houshiwu for colorful forest layers Afternoon: Caishixi for water and autumn scenery 💡 Practical Tips • Big temperature difference! Bring a windbreaker • Bring a flashlight for night climbs 🔦 • Professional gear: tripod and polarizing filter are must-haves • September to November is the best autumn viewing period

Natural oxygen bar, Yuquan Temple on the back of Mount Tai. I always want to listen to the sound of spring water and the sound of chanting, and see the green little world.✨️ After registering at the entrance of Yuquan Temple, you can enter this thousand-year-old temple deep in the clouds and mist.🚶 Tai'an is not only Mount Tai, compared to the crowded Mount Tai, Yuquan Temple. There are not many people, and there is less development here, which is very original. Here you can feel the passage of time and drink tea.☕️ It is said that this is a place to pray for wealth, you can go to pray for wealth. There is a thousand-year-old ginkgo tree in the wedding temple, and the best viewing period is when the leaves turn yellow in autumn, and the photos are also very beautiful.📷

Taian Off-the-Beaten-Path Attractions Recommendation: Yuquan Temple Visit Guide Transportation Guide Navigation Location: Yuquan Temple Scenic Area (No. 1 Taifo Road, Taishan District), easily accessible. The parking lot is spacious and free, no tickets required. Scenic Area Exploration Follow the signs upward to enjoy the scenery along the way, which is also a great spot for photography. Continue upward to see the reservoir and the temple. The top of the temple is a place for blessings, perfect for taking stunning photos. Yuquan Temple Overview There are two climbing paths at the foot of the mountain, one going up and one going down. In the middle of the mountain, there is a reservoir. At the top, inside the Yuquan Temple, there is a thousand-year-old ginkgo tree and a Dragon Lock Well. Here, you can feel the sediment of time and experience the profound history of this tree. Blessing and Wishing Bring coins to experience the ancient tradition and express your inner wishes. Enjoy the peaceful and serene atmosphere inside the temple. Tea Tasting and Fruit Enjoyment Taste the special tea priced between 40-100, with unlimited refills. Ancient Charm and Modern Vitality Yuquan Temple is full of ancient charm and modern vitality. It is a sanctuary for finding peace and also a place to record your beautiful moments.