How many of China's top ten most beautiful autumn colors do you know?
Preface
Although we say "Say goodbye to the 37°C summer and welcome the 40°C autumn", but finally! In everyone's expectant eyes, the cold air is finally ready to go! Although the temperature is still at 30℃+, it is undeniable that the summer heat is slowly dissipating, and the most comfortable autumn is not far away!
But life always requires a sense of ritual. We always have to see fallen leaves all over the ground before we acknowledge the arrival of a new season.
In autumn, the ground should be covered with fallen leaves, which make a "crunching" sound when you step on them.
Autumn should be a busy season. The cool breeze turns the golden crops yellow, and the joy of harvest is everywhere.
Autumn should be colorful, with fiery red maple leaves, emerald green pines and cypresses, and deep yellow sycamore leaves... It's as if God's palette has been poured into the world.
Since autumn seems so long in coming, let's go find it together. Little Tornado has compiled the top ten autumn hiking routes in China. As the summer heat fades and the autumn spirit deepens, whether you're a beginner or an expert, you'll find the one that suits you! The season wouldn't be complete without seeing the ground covered in fallen yellow leaves.
01. Autumn Hike in Northern Xinjiang
No. 1 in "China's Top Ten Autumn Colors"
If the autumn scenery in Xinjiang is ten points beautiful, then the northern part of Xinjiang accounts for nine points.
Golden birch trees, apricot-yellow larch, fiery red European poplars, evergreen pines and cypresses, etc., form a colorful feast. The red, yellow, orange, and green colors make you feel like you have fallen into God's palette and are lost in it!
In early September, autumn had just arrived in northern Xinjiang, and some early-maturing birch trees had already put on their autumn clothes. By mid-September, most of the leaves had changed color, marking the best time to appreciate the autumn colors in northern Xinjiang.
From Baihaba to Kanas, you'll experience the vibrant autumn colors of primeval forests and grasslands, feeling the autumn spirit with your nose, fingers, and ears. The journey from Jiadengyu to Hemu is the highlight of the Kanas Loop in Northern Xinjiang. Passing through a forest, you'll cross the Kanas River and follow it along the Kanas River before heading to Hemu Village. Stopping and taking photos along the way, you'll be captivated by the blue skies, tranquil forests, the occasional shepherd, the vibrant autumn colors, and the white birch trees.
Although the autumn colors only last for a little over a month, the colors are changing every minute here.
There is a saying that goes: "If you haven't seen northern Xinjiang in autumn, you can't say you have seen the most beautiful autumn colors in China." Xinjiang in autumn, Kanas in autumn, and Hemu in autumn are the paradises in this world that should not be missed.
02. Light Outdoor · Golden Autumn Dangling
Love Lake surrounded by autumn colors
Dangling is located in the west of Danba County, Ganzi, Sichuan. It is a very niche destination hidden among the many beautiful scenery in western Sichuan.
Autumn is the best season in Dangling, which looks like a wonderful oil painting embedded in the Hengduan Mountains.
The majestic snow-capped peaks, the scattered alpine lakes, the hot open-air hot springs, the colorful primeval forests, the slowly flowing streams, the thick alpine meadows like blankets and the simple Jiarong Tibetan customs, all the scenery is gathered in one place.
The most famous landscape in Dangling is Huluhai, which is located deep in the primitive jungle. It is also the most photographed iconic landscape in Dangling. Since the shape of this lake looks like a huge gourd when viewed from a high place, this is also the origin of the name Huluhai.
However, when you look at it from another angle, you will find that this lake is actually in the shape of a heart, which is very special.
Hulu Lake is lined with vast tracts of fir and spruce forests. In autumn, these forests are dyed golden under the sunshine of the plateau, and the contrast with the azure blue waters constitutes a feast of autumn scenery in Dangling.
The towering snow-capped peaks sparkle under the blue sky, flashing silver light, and the huge mountains reflected in the clear water are even more shocking.
Snow-capped mountains, colorful forests, lakes, azure skies and transparent light, any shot is a stunning blockbuster.
03. Changbai Mountain Autumn Hiking
Colorful and pure
As the most sacred mountain in Kanto, Changbai Mountain is the birthplace of the Manchu and Korean ethnic groups. It gave birth to the three major rivers of Yalu River, Songhua River and Tumen River, and has a well-preserved ecological environment.
Every autumn, the branches and leaves of different tree species begin to change colors, reflecting the snow-capped mountains in the distance, creating a colorful and pure fairy tale world.
If you are looking for the blue that rivals the Tibetan area, try to come in September or October. The clear and crisp autumn weather makes it easiest to see Tianchi.
The forest is vast and the fruits are fragrant. The red maples, green pines and yellow birches complement each other, forming a colorful oil painting. This is the autumn of Changbai Mountain.
The foot of Changbai Mountain is dotted with colorful mixed coniferous and broad-leaved forests, evergreen coniferous forests, layers of mountain birch forests, and colorful tundra belts. Climbing up and overlooking the colorful autumn colors below the mountain, the fiery red, golden yellow, crimson purple, and dark green are extremely beautiful!
There is less rain in autumn and the climate is dry, making it easier to see Tianchi!
04. Yading Grand Pilgrimage
A layered plateau painting
Daocheng Yading has a long-standing reputation. Instead of passing by in a hurry, why not spend some time with us to explore the autumn in this paradise.
This "last pure land on the blue planet" will usher in the most poetic season in October. The three sacred mountains of Aden will unveil their majestic snow-capped mountains, and the green plateau grass of Chonggu Meadow will gradually turn yellow.
The aquatic plants around the lake also transition from pleasing green to charming gold, like a layered plateau painting.
Aden is rich in colors in autumn. The Pearl Sea, Milk Sea and Five-Color Sea reflect the snow-capped mountains, presenting fantastic and magnificent colors.
Here you can find the unique red grass in autumn, the sparkling blue sea and milky sea under the clear sky, the towering and majestic Xiannairi, and at the end of the colorful forest, the sacred Yangmaiyong Mountain, which was praised by Locke as "the most beautiful snow peak in the world".
You will be immersed in this peaceful and tranquil life, and only the squirrels asking you for food or the herds of mountain goats crossing the river can break this tranquility.
05. Siguniang Mountain - Longchuanbi
The best autumn scenery in western Sichuan
When the autumn colors arrive in various places, the autumn colors in western Sichuan are not far behind. The golden woods, white snow-capped mountains and azure lakes form a picture of the most beautiful autumn scenery in western Sichuan.
After a long journey, the scenery is magnificent, especially Changpinggou. Everyone knows that this place is beautiful in summer, but few people know that it is also equally beautiful in autumn.
There is almost no commercial development here. The snow-capped mountains, primeval forests, alpine lakes and streams can be regarded as a truly sparsely populated secret place in western Sichuan with beautiful scenery!
Every October, this place changes its clothes. When the autumn colors meet the plateau and lakes, the beauty is unique!
Western Sichuan in autumn is awash in vibrant colors! Its vibrant forests are a vibrant red, a vibrant yellow, and a vibrant, layered beauty, a truly indescribably magnificent spectacle.
Looking up, the sky was so blue behind the intricate branches. All the worries seemed to disappear, leaving only a sense of joy.
06. Hiking to Yubeng
When the autumn scenery is at its best, you will encounter the golden mountain in the sun
No one can resist the autumn rain!
From September to October, the weather is clear and cool, and the climate is stable, so the probability of seeing the golden mountain in the sun is the highest.
When the sunlight penetrates all obstacles and slowly falls on the cold peaks, it seems particularly warm even though it is autumn.
From September to October, the mountains are covered with autumn colors, which are a mixture of various colors and the colors are the richest.
The village surrounded by mountains is like God's overturned palette. The charming light and shadow make the yellow leaves no longer bleak, but add a bit of warm comfort.
During the autumn rainstorm, the snow-capped mountains appear most clearly, and the whole mountain is colorful and extremely gorgeous.
In the autumn, the bright plateau lake looks even more charming under the sunshine.
The autumn rain is far away from the troubles of the world, and every minute is peaceful and charming.
07. Journey to Southern Taihang: Classic Edition
The most dangerous and secret autumn colors
Taihang leaves its most beautiful part to South Taihang, and South Taihang leaves its most beautiful scenery to autumn.
Starting from October, the southern Taihang Mountains will enter the best season for enjoying autumn. If you are an outdoor enthusiast, the autumn in Taihang Mountains is the one thing you should not miss!
The Taihang Mountains in autumn seem to be covered with colorful clouds, with red like fire, yellow like gold, and green like jade. Various colors are dotted in the mountains, rivers and roadsides.
The Taihang Mountains in autumn release their original splendor; the combination of light and shadow becomes more rhythmic, and the entanglement of clouds and fog becomes more ethereal and picturesque.
In autumn, the Taihang forests are dyed with colors, and the villagers in the mountains are busy drying their fruits. The alleys and courtyards are full of color, and the roadsides, courtyards, roofs, eaves... are all covered with golden colors.
From Guoliang Village, the Pearl of Taihang Mountains, you will cross the spectacular cliff road - Kunshan Cliff, and then climb to the top of Taihang Mountains, Wangmangling, to watch the sunrise over the sea of clouds. I believe you will be moved by this simple and moving autumn scenery.
08. Autumn hiking on the dam
The dreamy autumn scenery only lasts 20 days a year
Bashang has always been a popular grassland for summer vacation, but many people don’t know that the Bashang grassland in autumn is the place most worth visiting in your lifetime.
The autumn here is a beautiful gift from nature. There is an undulating yellow grass carpet under your feet and a colorful forest in your sight. Every frame is as beautiful as a scene from a movie.
Compared with the graceful autumn in the south of the Yangtze River, the autumn here seems to be more rugged and heroic. When the autumn emerges on the dam, the leaves turn from emerald green to golden yellow, and the clear water reflects the blue sky.
The Bashang Grasslands in autumn are a photographer's paradise and a perfect spot for hikers to enjoy the autumn scenery. You can see galloping horses, grazing cattle and sheep, colorful trees leisurely scattered on the hillside, and birch trees with golden leaves...
The undulating mountains, gullies and birch forests in the distance are looming, like a fairyland. This kind of weather is called "advection fog" in meteorology. It is rare on the grassland and is a special courtesy only available on the dam!
We hiked 66 kilometers to experience the autumn grasslands, camping at the China-TravelNote Grassland Campground. As night fell, we sat on the ground, accompanied by the vast starry sky, escaping the hustle and bustle of the city and enjoying the true beauty of nature.
09. Lightly Traveled · Wugong Mountain
Let's meet at Jinwugong Mountain
"Mid-Autumn Festival is the most beautiful among all the beauties." Wugong Mountain in autumn is painted with colorful ridges and golden mountains.
It has the largest area of alpine meadows that stretch endlessly. The autumn covers this boundless sea of grass with golden color, and it becomes the "heavenly grassland" and "outdoor paradise" under the sea of clouds. It is one of the three famous mountains in the history of Jiangnan and has unique alpine meadow scenery.
In autumn, Wugong Mountain not only has alpine golden meadows, but also fiery red leaves and alpine reed marshes, which is so beautiful!
Wugong Mountain is an ideal season for viewing the sea of clouds from November to May of the following year. Compared to the dynamic and elegant sea of clouds after the rain in summer, the sea of clouds in autumn and winter is like a quiet and taciturn lady, which is very beautiful to watch quietly.
Strange peaks, rocks and pine trees appearing in the sea of clouds add to the beauty and make the scene even more spectacular.
Climbing all the way up, you can see the "red" autumn colors of Wugong Mountain, the colorful forests in the distance, and the rising sun in autumn. The strong color is amazing.
10. Three Gorges Hiking
The red leaves of Wushan intoxicate the autumn colors of the mountain gorge
Red leaves reflect on the river water, red covers the mountains as the boat sails, and the red covering the mountains and fields is the autumn of the Three Gorges.
The red of the Three Gorges is varied and varied. It is not only the fiery red leaves, but also the Han River where the boat trackers work, which covers it with a layer of blood-red. This gives the red leaves a touch of extraordinary meaning and adds a touch of charm to the Three Gorges in autumn.
The girls in red from the Three Gorges families are graceful and charming. With the atmosphere of the ancient building, the red leaves around the wall, and the leisurely wooden boats sailing on the blue waves, they are melodious and graceful. The red clothes set off a unique charm.
The Twelve Peaks of Wushan are majestic and silent in the morning light. The emerald green and calm river surface and the fiery red autumn leaves are like a gorgeous oil painting. The top of the gorge and the bottom of the valley are all dyed with red clouds, as red as rouge, and reflected in the water, complementing each other and making people intoxicated and reluctant to return.
Climbing to the top of the Three Gorges and overlooking the Yangtze River, you will experience the magnificence and intensity of the Three Gorges. Climbing up to Baidi City, you can listen to the cries of monkeys on both sides of the river.
Check out the Kuimen classic on the back of the RMB and see the beautiful waters and green mountains of Shennv Creek.
Sailing through the mountains and waters of the Three Gorges in autumn, the scenery is all red. This red is praised by Tang and Song poetry, and is set against historical examples. It is a beautiful scene and even more a story.
When autumn turns the Three Gorges red, let's go together to see its warmth, hike, and embrace the red leaves.
Conclusion
They say you can only experience a season by yourself, and the same is true for experiencing a season. The seasons change, and the scenery is different every year. As the cycle changes, each season has its own unique beauty. Let's go and see the autumn of 2022 together.
