Red maple and golden ginkgo are the exclusive colors of autumn, and in Nanjing, classical gardens and autumn red maple warmly meet, forming a beautiful landscape. So where is the best scenery in Nanjing in autumn? See below for details.

1. Zhanyuan

Yang Wanli has a poem that says, "Xiaofeng stole wine all night, but she was lonely and drunk." In Zhan Garden in October, the maple trees turned red overnight like drinking fine wine.

Between the white walls and black tiles, several red rhymes complement the surrounding green, bringing vitality to the simple and quiet garden.

A bunch of red maple leaves are so bright and delicate. The red windows, white walls and black tiles are the best place to take photos of scenic spots. Paired with the fiery red maple leaves, it is full of artistic conception.

Recently, "Landscape and Travel - Special Exhibition of the Xu Da Family and Nanjing Gardens" is in full swing at the Zhan Garden Taiping Rebellion History Museum. After admiring the maples, why not go shopping!

The exhibition is divided into three units: "Family Glory", "Elegant Lido" and "Famous Gardens". Xu Da is the starting point of the entire exhibition. This exhibition also displays two portraits of Xu Da, through which the audience can have a long-distance "dialogue" with him.

In addition, "Looking at the Garden" and "Looking at the Garden for Summer" are one of the highlights of this exhibition. They reproduce the garden characteristics of the exhibition garden in its heyday. Friends who like it must not miss it.

Ticket|30 yuan/person

Address|No. 128, Zhanyuan Road, Qinhuai District

Transportation|Metro Line 1 to Sanshan Street Station.

Exhibition time | From now until November 26th

2. Xuanwu Lake Park

In the golden autumn of October, Xuanwu Lake is fragrant with osmanthus, next to the rose garden The Chinese tallow tree has taken the lead in making up. One branch is dark red, one is orange, and one is dark green. They are unique and beautiful. (It is expected to enter the best viewing period later this month)

The beech trees on both sides of the Lingdi River change from green to yellow to red, just like an overturned color palette, contrasting with the Purple Mountain in the distance. It is also the best viewing spot for boating to enjoy the autumn!

Xuanwu Lake in autumn is full of the joy of harvest. There are many kinds of fruit trees in the scenic area. Currently there are pecans, ginkgo, papaya, persimmon, etc. It has been fruitful. In a few days, the branches will be covered with autumn fruits.

It is also a pleasure to take a boat tour of the autumn scenery of Xuanwu Lake. Accompanied by blue sky and white clouds, warm sunshine, and cool breeze, three or two friends took a boat, away from the noisy crowds on the shore, drifting along the lake, admiring the beautiful scenery around them, chatting and laughing, and enjoying themselves leisurely.

Tickets | Free, starting from 140 yuan/boat/hour.

Address|No. 1, Xuanwu Lane, Xuanwu District

Transportation|Subway Line 1 to Xuanwumen Station; Subway Line 3 to Jimingsi Station.

3. Mochou Lake Scenic Area

“I don’t hate that Fang Rong is the only one, so I can follow the west wind proudly.” Currently, in the Mochou Lake Scenic Area, hibiscus flowers are gradually blooming and become a must-see in autumn. a scenery. The hibiscus flowers in full bloom, with their fat exposed, and the light pink of a tree among the green leaves, are like the "first intoxicating beauty" of autumn, which is fascinating.

Without chrysanthemum viewing, how can there be a sense of ritual in autumn? However, when you walk into the scenic spot, what hits your nose is the fragrance of chrysanthemums. They are so beautiful and come in different shapes, which outlines a colorful autumn picture.

In addition to flower viewing, it is also a good choice to come to Mochou Lake this season and stroll along the long greenway around the lake.

In the greenway, overlooking the lake, swans gather on the water, and their black and white silhouettes complement each other; near the foot of the mountain, beside the road full of small flowers, red and yellow silhouettes complement each other. How can such a vibrant picture not be heart-warming?

Free admission

Address|No. 132, Shuiximen Street, Jianye District

Transportation|Metro Line 2 to Mochou Lake Station.

4. Yuyuan

Yuyuan combines courtyards, pastoral areas, mountains and forests, and various scenery into one garden. It is also known as the "Lion Forest of Nanjing" due to its rugged rocks, twists and turns, and changeable scenery.

Autumn Yuyuan hides many surprises! The maple leaves are like fire, the garden is full of fruits, and the frost maples are like brocade.

It is also a paradise for aquatic animals. Black swans, wild ducks, and black water chickens are chasing each other on the lake, having fun and enjoying themselves.

Walls, eaves, flowers, plants, and people walking around in the garden, every scene there is beautiful