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Fall Viewing Attractions
Top 50 Fall Viewing Attractions near Yongxing [2025]
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Pingxiang Wugong Mountain Scenic Area
4.5
/5
9512 reviews
8.1
From €8.37
Based on 63 reviews
>100 km from downtown
Phone +8607992106666
Address: Luxi, Pingxiang, Jiangxi, China
Recommended sightseeing time: 1-2 days
Highlights:
Colorful autumn chrysanthemum blooms
Cable car: Wugongshan autumn panorama
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The climbing intensity of Wugong Mountain is quite high. It is better to take the two-section cable car to go up the mountain. It takes more than 40 minutes to connect the two sections of the cable car, and it takes more than 20 minutes to walk down to reach the top of the mountain.
Friends with average physical strength should not challenge the hike, just take the cable car. The road after getting off the cable car is enough for us to walk, and we are tired and confused. The scenery is really good, with a wide view. Standing on the top of the mountain, I feel very good. It is a good place to relieve stress and relax. It is worth the trip.
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Mount Yuelu
4.6
/5
5151 reviews
7.9
Based on 504 reviews
Yuelu Mountain/Meixi Lake Park | >100 km from downtown
Phone +86073188825011
Address: Changsha Yuelu Mountain Scenic Area
Recommended sightseeing time: 2-4 hours
Highlights:
Leaves turn from green to yellow in park
The ancient architecture of the millennium-old academy is well-preserved
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Yuelu Mountain is not very high, so hiking enthusiasts can choose to hike to the summit. It's best to ascend through the East Gate and exit through the South Gate. If traveling by car, remember to buy a round-trip ticket, East Gate to South Gate. From the summit, you'll enjoy panoramic views of Orange Island, the Xiangjiang River, and Changsha's central business district. The South Gate is close to the Aiwan Pavilion and Yuelu Academy. Just outside the South Gate, you'll find the Hunan University snack street and the open-air campus, both well worth a visit.
The most beautiful scenery requires the right time and the right place.
1. Golden Time Selection:
· Best Season: Late Autumn (late October to early December). This is when Yuelu Mountain peaks its beauty. The maple leaves around the Aiwan Pavilion are a vibrant crimson, adorning the forest floor with a breathtaking beauty. The next best time is Spring (March to April), when the mountains burst into vibrant greenery and azaleas bloom, bringing life to the area.
· Best Time of Day:
· Early Morning (6:00 AM - 8:00 AM): Crowds are sparse, the air is fresh, and you can hear birdsong and the chime of bells, enjoying the tranquility of the mountains and forests. You may also have the opportunity to witness a sea of clouds.
· Evening (4:00 PM - sunset): This is the most recommended time. Looking west from the summit, you can witness a stunning sunset over the city, the afterglow of the sunset, the Xiang River, and the vibrant lights of Changsha intertwined, offering a panoramic view of both daytime and nighttime scenery. 2. Highlights Route Planning: Two optimized routes are recommended based on your physical fitness and interests:
· [Classic Cultural and Scenic Tour] (approximately 3 hours)
· Route: East Gate (Main Gate) → Yuelu Academy (ticket required, highly recommended) → Aiwan Pavilion → Ascend the mountain along the stone steps → Gulushan Temple → Cai E's Tomb → Huang Xing's Tomb → Sightseeing Corridor (key viewing platform) → Descend via East Gate by sightseeing bus or on foot.
· Advantages: This route connects the most important cultural and natural attractions, providing the most enriching experience.
· [Easy Ascent and Scenic Tour] (approximately 2 hours)
· Route: Enter via East Gate or South Gate → Take a sightseeing bus (20 yuan/person) directly up the mountain to the summit viewing corridor → Take your time to explore the summit attractions (viewing platform, radar station, love locks, etc.) → Descend at a leisurely pace, visiting optional attractions along the way → Exit via East Gate. Advantages: Saves energy and allows you to get straight to the point of enjoying the panoramic view. Ideal for travelers with limited time or those traveling with elderly or children.
II. Optimized Viewing Locations: Beyond the Summit
Don't just focus on the summit; these locations are also excellent for photography and are less crowded:
1. Aiwan Pavilion: Not only is its name beautiful, but the pavilion itself, along with the surrounding stream and maple forest, creates a picture-perfect scene. The best camera position is on the small bridge across from the pavilion.
2. Sightseeing Corridor: This spot offers the widest views, offering unobstructed panoramic views of Changsha City, the Xiangjiang River, and Orange Island. It's the perfect spot for watching the sunset and night view.
3. Yunlu Palace: Located on the top of the mountain, it has an observation deck with views slightly higher than the sightseeing corridor, offering a more tranquil experience. The towering ancient trees create a unique charm.
4. Chuanshipo Lake: Located on the mountainside, this tranquil lake reflects the mountains and forests. With few people and beautiful scenery, it's perfect for those who enjoy quiet time and photography. 5. Side Paths: Don't always stick to the main roads; occasionally explore a secluded stone stairway to discover unexpected, secluded views and photo opportunities.
III. Experience Optimization: Make Your Journey More Experiential
· Transportation: Take Subway Line 4 from Hunan University Station, Exit 2, and enter from the South Gate; or from Xuanwan Town Station, Exit 3, and enter from the East Gate. While convenient, driving is not recommended, as parking is extremely limited during holidays.
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Maozifeng Tourist Attractions
4.0
/5
911 reviews
5.8
From €5.98
>100 km from downtown
Phone +8607513800927
Address: Nanxiong City, Shaoguan City
Recommended sightseeing time: 0.5-1 day
Highlights:
Colorful autumn chrysanthemums bloom
Osmanthus scent & golden ginkgo
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Hat Peak Tourist Scenic Area is really a fairy place! You can see the beautiful scenery without running far away, the mountains and clear waters are beautiful like paintings, and the air is fresh enough to fill and sell money! Come here in summer to escape the heat, the shade of the tree is cool like a natural air conditioner, the mountains are full of golden ginkgo leaves in winter, and a shot is a blockbuster in the circle of friends! The mountain road here is very comfortable, and the elderly and children can easily stroll around. The food of the farmhouse is fragrant and the tongue is dropped, the local chicken river is fresh and fresh, and the price is real. The most amazing is the starry sky homestay. You can count the stars in bed at night, which is romantic! The staff is also enthusiastic, and someone will guide you at any time if you get lost. It's an hour's drive from the city, and it's just a weekend away. The price of the ticket is conscience, and it is not heavy for a whole day, which is much more comfortable than the crowded Internet celebrity attractions! The scenery in the four seasons takes turns to change the skin, the wild flowers are everywhere in spring, and the forests are stained in autumn. I don’t want to go at all~
Maozifeng is a place that is called a scenic spot, but it is more like a landscape painting that God casually threw in northern Guangdong. It is best to come here in autumn, when the ginkgo leaves turn yellow and the whole mountain road looks like it is sprinkled with gold foil, making a rustling sound when you step on it. City people carry long guns and short guns to take pictures, and grandpas and aunts can pose with silk scarves for half an hour, but if you walk deeper, the red brick house of the old forest farm dormitory is still there, and the paint-chip slogan board reads "Safe Production". Time seems to have been paused here.
The owner of the farmhouse in the mountain is honest. The bacon fried with dried bamboo shoots is oily, and the chicken soup is floating with a layer of golden oil. It's just that the mountain road makes people dizzy, and the car ride is like going around in a spin dryer. People who are carsick have to take pills in advance. The view from the observation deck halfway up the mountain is amazing. If you hurry up to see the sea of clouds, the white mist flows in the valley, like a boiling milk pot.
The funniest thing is the store in the scenic area. Mineral water is two yuan more expensive than in the city, but you can buy a big bag of grandma's homemade dried sweet potatoes for five yuan. You can chew them while taking the bus down the mountain. The sunlight shines through the car window and casts ginkgo leaf spots on your knees - this trip is worth the money.
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Shimen National Park
4.5
/5
663 reviews
4.7
From €3.83
Based on 26 reviews
Baishui Village Waterfall of Zengcheng | >100 km from downtown
Phone +8602087850738
Address: Shimen National Park, Wenquan Town, Conghua District, Guangzhou
Recommended sightseeing time: 0.5-1 day
Highlights:
Drive & enjoy autumn views
South China's only remaining primary forest
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We drove up the mountain. In October, there was a sea of flowers in the scenic area. The colors were beautiful for taking photos. Children could also play in the water. There were also some farmhouse restaurants for dining. The road from the gate to the scenic area was quite long and the mountain road was narrow, so be careful.
Tianchi Flower Sea, a holy place on earth! It was worth the winding mountain road for nearly an hour. When the flower sea appeared in front of me, I felt that my life was complete. The gardeners took good care of the hydrangeas, irises, and lavenders. Each one was full of vitality.
The temperature on the top of the mountain in early July was so cool and comfortable. Looking from a high place, the mountains are green, and the tall buildings in the city are like a little cheese on the matcha cake. It is really a holy place for self-driving in the Greater Bay Area. The scenery changes in four seasons, and you can always see it.
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Orange Island
4.6
/5
12654 reviews
8.7
Based on 434 reviews
>100 km from downtown
Phone +86073188882152
Address: Orange Island Beach Park, Yuelu District, Changsha City
Recommended sightseeing time: 2-4 hours
Highlights:
Autumn stroll & golden osmanthus
Sculpture surrounded by chrysanthemums
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The service attitude is not good. I booked it on Ctrip.com and it took a long time to confirm the boarding. The service provider said that they had never received orders from third-party platforms and complained why I couldn't buy it on the spot.
My visit to Orange Island was a bit disappointing, as I didn't enter until 10 p.m., so I missed many of the attractions. However, cruising the Xiang River at night was quite unique. The river breeze was pleasant, and the stroll was relaxing. I also saw Chairman Mao's statue, which made up for the small regret and left me with a unique memory of my night out.
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Yangtianhu Grassland
4.4
/5
3103 reviews
7.8
From €12.92
Based on 5 reviews
74.2 km from downtown
Phone +8607357755333
Address: 湖南省郴州市北湖区仰天湖瑶族乡212省道
Recommended sightseeing time: 0.5-1 day
Highlights:
Autumn wildflowers & unique charm
Autumn prairie: vibrant & beautiful
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The only free children's activity is the slide. Everything else is charged, including grass skiing, boating, and feeding the deer. If you want to try these activities, buy a children's package for a discount. The rest are fitness activities, and the journey is all uphill and downhill. If you're not physically fit, you'll have to ride horses.
The first thing that catches your eye upon entering the scenic area is the Hobbit's hut. It's a great place for photos and check-in, but it's also quite crowded. Then we walked around the lake. The grassland is particularly steep, not flat, and the hike to the highest point, 1314, is quite strenuous. If you prefer not to walk, you can ride a horse for 150 yuan. There was a comic festival recently, all about pumpkins, and golden pumpkins were placed along the path, making for great photos and check-in. Avoid going during thunderstorms. The weather on the mountain suddenly changed. At first, it was overcast and not very hot without the sun, but the breeze was quite cool. Soon, it started to drizzle, and within three minutes, it became a heavy downpour, forcing us to rush through the trip. It was easy to slip and fall on the grass in the rain. Most of the attractions are under maintenance, so the only activities currently open are grass skiing and feeding the sika deer. Both are optional. If you want to enjoy the grassland activities, you might consider buying a package ticket for a better deal. There is a restaurant, but prices are a bit high; a bottle of Pocari Sweat is 8 yuan. Overall, it's a good place for photos and check-in, and I think a one-time visit is enough. The distance is too long. I drove here by myself and took a very narrow and bad road. The navigation signal was not very good, so it was easy to get lost. The best route to Chenzhou is to take Provincial Highway 212. The road up the mountain also has many bends and turns. It was raining and foggy, so you must drive carefully.
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Zhouluo Grand Canyon
4.5
/5
557 reviews
5.3
>100 km from downtown
Phone +86073183542158
Address: Zhouluo Grand Canyon Scenic Spot,Shegang Town, Liuyang City,Changsha City
Recommended sightseeing time: 2-4 hours
Highlights:
Trees on lakeshore are colorful in fall
Autumn wild osmanthus fragrance
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Enjoy the mountains and rivers along the canyon, with plenty of water play areas along the way. It's recommended to bring a water gun and swimsuit to fully experience the cool summer weather. The entire route isn't too tiring, so I recommend walking there and returning by boat for a more comfortable experience. The various rides were quite enjoyable, but the glass slide had two broken pieces of glass, posing a significant safety hazard. I recommend the scenic area address this issue as soon as possible.
It rained all day today, but it didn't affect our trip. The few projects included in the scenic area pass are still worth experiencing. Because the water was a bit cold, I didn't play in the water as much as I wanted. I can come again next time when the weather is hot!
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Ziquejie Terraces
4.3
/5
379 reviews
5.4
From €7.54
Based on 7 reviews
>100 km from downtown
Phone +8607383616998
Address: Xinhua, Loudi, Hunan, China
Recommended sightseeing time: 0.5-1 day
Highlights:
Autumn wildflowers cover the hills
Autumn blooms & terraced fields
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It's worth a visit. The scenery may be beautiful in September and October. I went there in mid-May. It was just planted and not green yet.
You can drive to the scenic area by yourself. You can stop and get off the car at the viewing platform. There is not much shopping. There are a few villagers living there selling some specialties, but I really can't understand their speech.
The air is good, there are few people, and the experience is good!
There are food and drinks in the surrounding towns, which is more convenient.
The scenic area is very large, and you can only drive up the mountain by yourself. There is no shuttle bus or anything like that. If you have time and are not afraid of being tired, you can climb up the mountain. It is recommended to go up the mountain in the morning. If you go in the afternoon, the terraces will be backlit (I went in the afternoon, and it should be good to take pictures in the morning). The scenery is really good, and it feels only suitable for taking pictures and checking in. There are no other attractions. There are homestays and farmhouses on the mountainside. The scenic area is far from the city, so you can choose to stay for one night.
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Mount Mingyue
4.5
/5
3525 reviews
7.0
From €10.76
On the Mingyue Mountain | >100 km from downtown
Phone +8607953516666
Address: Tanxiacun, Wentangzhen, Yuanzhou, Yichun, Jiangxi, China
Recommended sightseeing time: 0.5-1 day
Highlights:
Cable car: panoramic autumn views
Autumn stroll & osmanthus aroma
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The scenery at Yangsimu is far superior to that at Mingyue Mountain. It's recommended to ascend from Mingyue Mountain, then take the train to Yangsimu. First, visit Yangsimu (walk along the plank road), then return to Mingyue Mountain (take the train), and finally visit Mingyue Mountain (walk along the plank road). This means you can hike two mountains in one day.
It is definitely worth a visit. The scenery is very beautiful. You can see the waterfall at the foot of the mountain. There are Qingyun plank road and Moon Lake on the mountain. Although it is very hard to climb, it is worth it. If you don't want to climb the mountain, you can also take the cable car straight up and down, which is very convenient.
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Shangbao Rice Terraces
4.2
/5
121 reviews
5.3
From €5.98
>100 km from downtown
Phone +8607973812988
Address: Shangbao Township, Chongyi County, Ganzhou City, Jiangxi Province
Recommended sightseeing time: 0.5-1 day
Highlights:
Sightseeing bus & hiking terraces
Autumn terraces & stunning views
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It's a good place with mountains and water, rich green plants, and beautiful scenery. It was raining in summer when I went there, and it was misty. If it was autumn, the colors would be more beautiful. I walked and talked with my husband and friends, and I was happy and comfortable. I met the legendary crystal flower. I will come to Jiangxi again.
Shangbao Terraces, a world irrigation engineering heritage, the most beautiful terraces, and a rural hometown. The scenery is nice, there are many activities suitable for children to play, and there are sightseeing buses. You can take a sightseeing bus to visit, which is not tiring at all, very good.
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