12.6 Rapid Rush to Shanghai's Lesser-Known Park for Crazy Maple Leaves｜With Guide

Shanghai's autumn looks just like a palette! Recently at Lu Xun Park, the maple leaves have all turned bright red, with a stunning mix of red and green layers. Save this maple viewing guide now~ 📍Lu Xun Park 🚩Address: 2288 Sichuan North Road, Hongkou District ⏰Opening Hours: 5:00 AM - 9:00 PM This patch of maple forest is incredibly photogenic lately! Be sure to come around 10 AM on a sunny day. The Tyndall effect of sunlight filtering through the leaves is breathtaking. The maple trees near the north gate are the densest, and from morning till night, groups of photography enthusiasts with their cameras are stationed here. 📸Photography tips: 1. Wear light-colored clothes to contrast with the red maples for better photos 2. Use a medium to long telephoto lens to capture the layers of the maple leaves 3. The park benches are excellent spots for portraits with red maples as the background 4. Don’t rush to leave on rainy days; wet maple leaves create an even more atmospheric vibe 🌳Visiting tips: The park is huge and takes 2-3 hours to walk through completely, so wear comfortable shoes. Near the south gate, you can also visit the Lu Xun Memorial Hall and Plum Garden, which are worth checking out. There are often open-air concerts on weekends~ ‼️The best viewing period is only these next two weeks! By early December, the maple leaves will start to fall, so if you miss it, you’ll have to wait until next year. It’s recommended to visit on weekday mornings, as weekends get very crowded. 🌯Nearby food: A 10-minute walk will take you to Hongkou Longemont. On B2, the long-established pastry shop "Hongkou Pastries" is a must-try. Their Tiaotou Cake and Double Stuffed Dumplings are freshly made and sold on the spot!