Wuyuan Autumn Drying Lazy Guide | Capture the Beauty in 3 Hours Without Crowds.

Amidst the white walls and black tiles of Wuyuan, round drying baskets hold chilies, corn, pumpkins...
It's as if the entire autumn is being displayed under the eaves.
If you yearn for such poetic scenery, take this lazy guide to Wuyuan's autumn drying.
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🚶‍♀️【Huangling: A Relaxed Photo Route】
Huangling is an ancient village perched on a cliff and the essence of autumn drying culture.
Suggested route:
Take the cable car up to the ancient village → Huaxi Water Street (cool and pleasant) → Tianjie Main Road → Drying Workshop → Wuguitang → Photography Bar → Leixin Bridge → Take the terrace cable car down.
Follow this route without backtracking to easily cover the core spots. Most of the path is downhill, making it very friendly for lazy travelers.
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📸【Tips for Uncrowded Photos】
Wake up early! Take the first cable car at 7:30 AM to arrive before the tour groups and enjoy a serene scene.
Go higher! From the second floor of the Drying Workshop or the viewing window at Wuguitang, capture panoramic views of the autumn drying while avoiding the crowds below.
Use a telephoto lens! Zoom in with your phone or camera to focus on rooftops and drying baskets for clean and layered compositions.
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🍂【Best Time and Rhythm】
The autumn drying season runs from late September to early December, with the most vibrant colors from late October to mid-November.
Morning visits are recommended, as 3–4 hours are sufficient. Crowds increase in the afternoon, affecting the experience.
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🥢【Dining Tips】
There are snacks and restaurants on Tianjie, but prices are relatively high.
Consider dining in Wuyuan County after descending, where there are more options and better value.
Alternatively, bring your own snacks to eat on the go and replenish energy as needed.
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🏡【Stay in a Huizhou Courtyard and Enjoy a Day of Leisure】
Stay near Ziyang Town at "Pusu·Boyun Yinlu," where you'll find a Huizhou-style courtyard with white walls and black tiles.
Open the window to see koi fish and listen to the wind rustling the leaves.
It's only a ten-minute drive to Xian'gao Ancient City and Wunvzhou, making it a perfect quiet retreat away from the crowds.
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This autumn, why not head to Wuyuan?
Experience autumn drying, stay in a courtyard, and capture stunning photos.