Complete Guide to Autumn Viewing in Changsha｜See the Mountains Turn Red and the Forests Dye in Layers

Keep this efficient autumn viewing map handy, and follow it next time you come to Changsha to enjoy the fall👇 ▫️ Ginkgo Section ▫️ 1⃣️ Yuelu Mountain "Hall of Fame" 📍Check-in spots: Lushan Temple Ancient Ginkgo, Yuelu Academy ✨Millennium-old trees + yellow walls and black tiles ⏰Best time: Late November to early December, clear mornings 2⃣️ Xixin Zen Temple "Zen Secret Realm" 📍Two huge ginkgo trees in front of the temple ✨Few people, pure scenery, fallen leaves form a golden carpet 🎫Free admission, recommended to arrive early on weekends 3⃣️ Baxizhou "River Island Scroll" 📍Ginkgo + reed marsh + dawn redwood together ✨Take a boat to the island and enjoy the autumn trio ▫️ Dawn Redwood Section ▫️ 1⃣️ Songya Lake "Forest on Water" 📍Water boardwalk near Friendship Forest ✨Caramel-colored dawn redwoods reflected in the lake 📷Best light for photos from 3 to 5 PM 2⃣️ Martyrs Park "Urban Oasis" 📍Dawn redwood forest on the east side of Nianjia Lake ✨Classic photo spot, a bit crowded on weekends 🚣‍♀️Boating available for close-up viewing 3⃣️ Yanghu Sports Park "Wetland Secret Realm" 📍Water forest near Egret Tower ✨Winding boardwalk, very pleasant to stroll ▫️ Red Maple Section ▫️ 1⃣️ Yuelu Mountain · Aiwan Pavilion "Top Photo Spot" ✨Real-life version of "Stopping the carriage to love the maple forest in the evening" ⚠️Recommended to visit early on weekdays 2⃣️ Meixi Lake "Modern Maple Scenery" 📍Entrance of Baisha Beach Park ✨Red maples contrast with city buildings, fresh and photogenic ▫️ Phoenix Tree Section ▫️ 1⃣️ Yanghu Sports Park "Golden Avenue" ✨Phoenix tree leaves cover the ground 🍂Full of French romantic vibes, perfect for portrait photography ▫️ Comprehensive Autumn Viewing Spots ▫️ ✨ Baxizhou: Ginkgo + Dawn Redwood + Reed Marsh (one-stop check-in) ✨ Yuelu Mountain: Ginkgo + Red Maple (classic must-visit) ✨ Yanghu Park: Dawn Redwood + Phoenix Tree + Gesang Flower (most colorful) 📌Tips: ✔️ Time: November 20 - December 10 (clear days after temperature drops) ✔️ Outfit suggestions: Off-white/camel/brown tones, bring scarf and hat ✔️ Best photo times: Before 10 AM or after 3 PM