The Most Beautiful Museum to Visit in Beijing in Autumn

🏛️Beijing's Hidden Gem! Capture the Same Red Walls as the Forbidden City During the Ginkgo Season at Wutasi Temple!

A secret corner outside Xizhimen in Beijing✨Wutasi Temple is known as the most beautiful ginkgo spot in the city! The 600-year-old Vajra Throne Pagoda surrounded by fallen yellow leaves creates an elegant photo backdrop💛

📍Address: No. 24, Wutasi Village, Haidian District (10-minute walk from the northwest gate of the Zoo)
⏰Opening Hours: Tuesday to Sunday 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM (last entry at 4:30 PM)

✅Recommended Activities:
1️⃣ Vajra Throne Pagoda
A 600-year-old Ming Dynasty architectural complex! The oldest Vajra Throne Pagoda in China, featuring stunning Indian-style carvings. For the best shot, stand at a 45-degree angle in front of the pagoda square to avoid crowds and capture the full view~

2️⃣ Ginkgo Avenue (Best from late October to mid-November)
There are 28 ancient ginkgo trees inside the temple, each over 200 years old! It’s best to visit early on a weekday morning when golden leaves cover the blue bricks beautifully. Wearing Hanfu or light-colored clothes makes your photos stand out!

📸Hidden Photo Spots:
➊ Red wall at the corner of the stele corridor on the east side (same background as the Forbidden City)
➋ Under the persimmon tree behind the pagoda (captures all five pagodas in one frame)
➌ Small river outside the northwest corner gate (the reflection is amazing)

🎭Special Experiences:
▫️Free guided tours every Saturday and Sunday at 10:30 AM
▫️Cultural shop offers a limited edition Wutasi Temple stamp

🚫Important Tips:
❗Closed on Mondays! Don’t show up then
❗High visitor volume during ginkgo season, recommend arriving right at 8:30 AM opening
❗Reflectors and tripods are not allowed

🍂Top Autumn Itinerary:
Wutasi Temple → Beijing Zoo → Beihai Park (all within 3 km, easily done in one trip)