Not in Altay, then in Suzhou, watching the fallen leaves in Suzhou----

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Featuring a "city-wide scattered romance," the key spots are directly copied: Pingjiang Road Historic District in Gusu District, Tianping Mountain Scenic Area in the High-tech Zone, and Jinji Lake Lakeside Trail in the Industrial Park. No need to crowd Altay, Suzhou’s fallen leaves weld the autumn atmosphere onto you!

🚌 Transportation

- Within the city, the first choice is subway + shared bike. For places like Pingjiang Road and near Shantang Street subway exits, a 5-minute bike ride gets you there, and you can stop anytime to take photos of the fallen leaves;

- To Tianping Mountain, it’s recommended to take Metro Line 1 to Mudu Station, then transfer to bus 662 directly to the entrance. If driving, arrive early on weekends to grab a parking spot;

- For out-of-town visitors arriving at Suzhou Station, take Metro Line 2 directly to Shilu Station. Exiting there puts you right at Shantang Street to see the fallen leaves, offering seamless connection.

📸 Attractions Introduction

✅ Tianping Mountain: Suzhou’s "top fallen leaves spot," from mid-November to early December, red maples, ginkgo, and ancient pines mix together. Sunlight filters through the leaves onto the ground like a colorful carpet, especially near "One Line Sky," where fallen leaves pile up to ankle height, making photos come with a built-in filter;

✅ Pingjiang Road: The fallen leaves in old Suzhou have a more lively vibe. Ginkgo leaves drift on the bluestone pavement, beside are Pingtan teahouses and dessert shops. When tired, sit down and watch leaves float into the river; every casual shot is a "Jiangnan autumn masterpiece";

✅ West Bank of Jinji Lake: A modern-style fallen leaves landscape, ginkgo groves spread along the lakeside with the Gate of the Orient behind. The collision of tradition and modernity, with sunset shining on the leaves in the evening, makes every snap a social media hit.

🍜 Food Recommendations

- Xin Zhenyuan · Su-style Shengjian: After watching the fallen leaves, you must have a hot serving. The Shengjian has a crispy bottom and fresh meat, bursting with juice when bitten, paired with a bowl of osmanthus sugar porridge, sweet and perfectly refreshing;

- Yaba Shengjian (Lindun Road Branch): A favorite spot for old Suzhou locals, the Shengjian buns are large with solid meat filling. Also order a stir-fried eel paste, so fresh it’ll make your eyebrows raise;

- Wanfuxing (Dongzhongshi Branch): Autumn limited osmanthus cake and Chongyang cake are a must. Freshly steamed pastries carry the fragrance of osmanthus. Pair with a cup of Biluochun tea, sitting inside watching the fallen leaves outside the window, so cozy you won’t want to leave.

🏨 Accommodation Must-See

- For exploring old streets, choose a guesthouse near Pingjiang Road, such as "Suzhou Pingjiang Road Cultural Guesthouse." Open the window to see bluestone roads and fallen leaves, and fall asleep to the sound of Pingtan;

- If you like modern style, stay near Jinji Lake, like "Suzhou Center Hotel." High-floor rooms offer lake views and ginkgo forests, with shopping and dining just downstairs, super convenient;

- For budget travelers, choose chain hotels along the subway line, such as Home Inn or Hanting along Metro Line 2. Convenient for all fallen leaves spots, with great value.

⚠️ Tips to Note

- The best time to see fallen leaves is from late November to early December. Check the weather forecast in advance and choose a sunny day for better lighting and more photogenic shots;

- Tianping Mountain is very crowded on weekends. To avoid crowds, visit on weekdays or arrive before 9 a.m. to enjoy the fallen leaves alone and take photos without people;

- Wearing light-colored clothes makes fallen leaves photos stand out more, such as white or beige coats. Bring a straw hat or scarf as props to boost the atmosphere;

- Do not pick leaves from trees casually, and don’t litter in the fallen leaves piles, so the beautiful scenery can last longer.

Walking through Suzhou’s autumn, stepping on the rustling fallen leaves, with the scent of osmanthus and delicious food in the air, no need to travel thousands of miles to Altay. Here, you can hold the romance of autumn in your arms. This autumn trip is so worth it that you’ll want to stay longer!