[2024 Suzhou Attraction] Travel Guide for Tianping Hill (Updated Oct)
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Address:
Lingtian Road, Wuzhong District, Suzhou City
Opening times:
Open tomorrow at 08:00-17:00(Tickets available until 16:30; admission ends at 16:30)Closed Today
Recommended sightseeing time:
0.5-1 day
Phone:
0512-66387422,0512-66261382
Tianping Mountain
Tianping Mountain's red leaf pictures🍁 are so beautiful! Love it! It's indeed a great place to enjoy maple leaves! It's suggested to go earlier, we arrived at more than 2 pm, and the parking lot was already full, and there were quite a few tour groups. But the on-site scenery is really good, it looks good no matter how you take pictures. The layers of maple leaves with different shades of color are indeed the most beautiful scenic spot in Suzhou. Fan Zhongyan made a careful selection, really good!
BENSON MORAN
The faint sunlight filters through the morning mist, dyeing a sea of red maple leaves on Tianping Mountain in Suzhou!
Suzhou's Tianping Mountain will bring you a magnificent sea of red maple leaves.
To put it simply: for those who love to appreciate maple leaves, Tianping Mountain is your best choice! Want to know what beautiful maple leaves are there? Look here!
● Warm orange-red maple leaves, like little flames, light up the entire forest.
The deep red maple leaves shine under the sun, intoxicating.
The colorful maple leaves form a colorful scroll, which is refreshing.
Can you imagine? You are walking on a path where maple leaves are coming at you, surrounded by these beautiful scenes, as if you are in a fairyland.
Remember to bring your camera, this is definitely a paradise for photography!
Location: Suzhou Tianping Mountain Scenic Area, Wuzhong District, Suzhou City
Tickets: Regular ticket 30 (8:00-17:00)
Morning Rhyme Appreciation Autumn 50 (6:00-8:00) *It is recommended to choose to avoid the crowd
Transportation:
Public transportation: Take the subway line 1 to Mudu Station and ride a shared bicycle to the entrance of Tianping Mountain Scenic Area
(The first train of the subway in the direction of Zhounan Street-Mu Liu departs at 6.00)
Key point: If you want to enter the scenic area at 6:00, you can only drive or take a taxi.
Travel strategy:
The wise choice to avoid the crowd is to buy Morning Rhyme Appreciation Autumn, and a large wave of people will arrive after 8:00.
The sunrise time is around 6:40, and the color of the red maple leaves shot before the sun rises will be darker.
A large area of red leaves is concentrated around the square at the entrance of the scenic area, and the red leaves on the mountain have not turned red and there is no need to climb the mountain.
After 8:00, it is recommended to park the car in the parking lot at the foot of the mountain, as it is easy to get stuck in traffic after 8:00.
Shooting strategy:
Before sunrise, you can take some empty scenes without people by the pond, find a perfect position you think, and wait for the sunrise to quickly check in.
Students with drones are advised to take off after sunrise, and the shooting effect before sunrise is not very good.
Before eight o'clock, you can shoot some larger scenes, and after eight o'clock, it is more appropriate to shoot some local or close-ups.
The weather is very important for going to Tianping Mountain to appreciate the autumn, and the effect on sunny days will be more vivid.
5 Dress up in ancient costumes to check in and take pictures, it's simply too beautiful!
It's already winter, the autumn color is too short, hurry up and set off
MAGDALENA BRYANT
Suzhou Tianping Mountain | In autumn, in the west of Gusu City, Tianping red maple is the best in the world
I. Introduction to the Scenic Spot
Tianping Mountain is 201 meters above sea level, formerly known as Baiyun Mountain, also known as Cishan Mountain. Fan Zhongyan, a famous minister of the Northern Song Dynasty, was buried here. The mountain is steep and dangerous. Tianping Mountain Scenic Area covers nearly a hundred hectares, with the "three unique" of "red maple, clear spring, strange stone", and there are eighteen scenic spots such as Wan Zhang Hongxia, Wan Hu Chaotian, Gao Yi Die Cui, and Yu Quan Qing Yin.
II. Scenic Spot Tour
Wangfeng Platform
Located halfway up the mountain, it is the best viewing point for maple leaves. Looking down from here, it is colorful, like a colorful cloud lingering in the mountains
Ancient Maple Forest
The ancient maple forest is the "Wan Zhang Red Zone", where there are 400-year-old ancient maple trees, a strong historical atmosphere is coming, feeling the traces of the years
Pavilion between the Maple Forest
The pavilion is located between the maple trees, and it is also the only place to rest. It is surrounded by maple trees, in the colorful clouds, like a fairyland
III. Scenic Spot Transportation
It takes about 2 hours to drive from Shanghai, and about 25 minutes by high-speed rail.
The parking space at the entrance of the scenic spot is relatively small, it is recommended to go early if you drive by yourself.
madeline.the.madelyn
Suzhou is undoubtedly the backyard of Shanghai
Work is a bit tiring, suddenly want to escape from the magic city, change the mood, say go and go, go to the backyard of Shanghai to enjoy the maple.
🚗 There are really a lot of trains from Shanghai to Suzhou, just buy it, and the high-speed rail takes half an hour. After getting off the high-speed rail, we choose subway + taxi. Get off at Guangji South Road on Subway Line 2, change to Line 1 to Mudu Station, and take a taxi to the entrance of the scenic spot, which costs 10 yuan.
Change mood step one: Autumn climbing. Most of the steps on Tianping Mountain are stone roads, many of which are formed by natural stones, where you can experience the fun of climbing. The beautiful scenery on the top of the mountain heals all fatigue.
Change mood step two: Dessert food. Food heals your unhappiness, and the intangible cultural heritage market has all kinds of snacks and intangible cultural heritage handcrafts.
Change mood step three: Enjoy the maple and take photos. In mid-November, the maple trees have not completely turned red, but some early ones have turned red Pavilions, terraces and pavilions, taking photos and checking in, are really super beautiful.
There is also a memorial hall for Fan Zhongyan, the author of Yueyang Tower, which we recited in full when we were young, in the garden. Recall the fear of being dominated by full-text recitation
It is recommended that students who enjoy maple come again in a week, maybe the maple leaves are redder and more beautiful.
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LunariaVespera456+
Hiking to the top of Tianpingshan
Tianping Shan is an excellent location if you are looking for a hike. during Summer I was able to take a trip over to this location and had an amazing experience. however I would recommend you to visit during the autumn season, so that way you can experience the beautiful orange leaves 🍁.
it’s quite easy to get to this location, you just need to hop on the metro line 1 and go all the way to the end then you can either take a taxi or a bus to Tianping Shan.
I would say that this isn’t too hard of a hike . there aren’t any extremely steep points along the hike.
this location also has a few small shops, and the have a small museum as well, where you can read more about the history.
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Layed back central
Trekking near the city? Lingyanshan
Lingyanshan in Suzhou is a great one-day adventure near the city. A cute garden welcomes you in the entrance of the park, followed by stone stairs that will connect you to the Lingyan Temple in the summit, or the Tiangpinshan trails. You may find few structures in your way up, including some shops. Scenery from the temple is gorgeous, specially the view to Tianpin mountains.
⛩ For the temple, you climb for half an hour to reach this lovely architectural site. This Buddhist temple has around 1,600 years old. This temple remains as a monastery, and entrance fee is only 1 RMB.
⛰ For Tianpin mountain trails, you need good shoes and carry your own food/water. This is around 15km trek up and down the mountains (many times). Some people even chose some areas for rock climbing, mountain biking or running.
🍁 Ideal time to visit is autumn, so you can admire the maple forest at its best. This forest is said to be brought from Fujian province by Fan Yunlin, during Ming dynasty.
Scenery is beautiful, just remember to keep your pace. Different parts of the trails have different levels of difficulty. Some areas are very challenging, you need to be precise with your steps and hang yourselve to the trees or ropes (not found in all areas). Keep in mind you can get lost if you move away from main ‘road’. Despite the fact the mountains are very popular for a weekend trip, and you will find many tourists along the way, there are no buildings or shops until you reach to the lake.
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criskotsu
There is a tea room on the mountainside where you can sit with a cup of tea in the open air, quiet and comfortable. Don’t miss the Shoutao Lake under the Tianping Mountain. You can enjoy the Suzhou Tianpingshan during autumn if you want to have a visual feast. The maple leaves of Suzhou Tianping Mountain gradually change colour as Suzhou autumn becomes thicker.
In the process of reddening, the colour of maple leaves will change first and foremost. Even in a single tree there will be various colours, dark green, bright yellow, orange red, blush and deep red. During the red maple season, the peaks of the mountains are surrounded by red clouds and Danfeng. When it comes to the autumn landscape, the maple leaf is always prominent. Perhaps everyone is thinking about Beijing Xiangshan, but let me tell you that it is not far from Shanghai in Tianpingshan, Suzhou!
Caviar_couple.
Tianping Mountain | A glimpse of the autumn scenery~.
| A glimpse of the autumn scenery~. 🍁 Tianping Mountain is one of the four best places to enjoy maple leaves in China, especially known for its "red maple, clear spring, strange stones". The most beautiful time of Tianping Mountain is from mid-November to early December every year.
📍Best viewing point:
🎈Ancient Maple Forest: At the foot of the mountain, there is an ancient maple forest over 400 years old, known as the "Red Zone". In late autumn, the red leaves are as brilliant as the rosy clouds, and the leaves of various colors are all over the ground.
🎈Ancient Courtyard: Among the maple leaves, the ancient buildings with apricot walls and black tiles on the lakeside, and the maple forest with colorful leaves, are very classical and elegant, and are excellent scenery for taking pictures.
Nine-turn Bridge: From the bridge, you can see the ancient buildings with pink walls and black tiles and the maple forest with colorful leaves across the autumn lake, forming a charming picture of the southern autumn charm.
🎈Wangfeng Terrace: Climb high and look far, look down from the mountain, colorful and colorful, pavilions and pavilions are hidden among the maple leaves, revealing a little green tile eaves, adding a bit of poetry.
📍Detailed address: Lingtian Road, Wuzhong District, Suzhou City
⏰Opening hours: 08:00-17:00, stop selling tickets half an hour before closing
💰Ticket price: 30 yuan
🚘Transportation
Self-driving: the most convenient (provided there is no traffic jam);
Public transportation: Subway Line 1—Mudu Station Exit 5—Take a taxi/transfer to Bus No. 4—Get off at Tianping Mountain Station
ABR. Liz 2302
You must visit Suzhou this National Day. We guarantee you'll be satisfied.
🎆 : Known as the "No. 1 Mountain in Wuzhong" and "Jiangnan Scenic Spot", it is one of the four best places to view maple leaves in China. It is famous for its red maple leaves, clear springs, and strange stones. In the golden autumn, the colors are strong and romantic.
🎇 : The colors of autumn are rich, the garden is dyed red with maple leaves, and the golden ginkgo leaves are charming everywhere.
🎇 : Tiger Hill contains half of Suzhou's history. When autumn is getting stronger, the ginkgo and maple leaves here are very beautiful.
🎇 : The courtyard is deep, the maple leaves are like fire, and the Lingering Garden in late autumn is as colorful as a picture scroll.
💓 Among them, the maple leaves of Tianping Mountain are particularly famous. It is one of the four best places to view maple leaves in China and is well worth a visit. 💓
ZACHARY LANE
Suzhou Tianping Mountain Autumn Maple Viewing Guide
"Tianping Red Maple is the best in the world", the maple leaves of Tianping Mountain are about to turn red, and the highlight of Suzhou's autumn is coming!
Tianping Mountain, also known as Baiyun Mountain, has an altitude of 201 meters. The entire scenic area covers an area of 100 hectares and is famous for its "red maple, strange rocks, and clear springs". It is also known as "the first mountain in Wuzhong" and "the beautiful scenery of Jiangnan". It is one of the four major maple viewing spots in China.
🎫Ticket: 30💰/person
⌚Opening hours: 8:00-17:00
🚙Transportation Guide
Suzhou Metro Line 1 "Mudu Station" Exit 5 → Transfer to Bus No. 4 → Tianping Mountain Station~
Metro "Mudu Station", taxi for 15 minutes, about 20💰~
🚗If driving, there is a parking lot, 6r/hour for the first hour, 4r/hour thereafter
✅Recommended Route
Enter from the southwest gate ➡️ Walk to the left ➡️ Baiyun Pool ➡️ Gaoyi Garden Archway ➡️ Release Pond ➡️ Ten Scenery Pond ➡️ Baiyun Ancient Temple ➡️ Ancient Maple Forest Square ➡️ Fan Zhongyan Memorial Hall
📷Photo Spots
1️⃣Wangfeng Terrace: A viewing platform halfway up the mountain, overlooking the entire ancient maple forest. 2️⃣Ten Scenery Pond: The most beautiful maple viewing spot in the scenic area.
3️⃣Ancient Maple Forest: A forest formed by 158 ancient maple trees, with some trees being 400 years old.
4️⃣Fan Zhongyan Memorial Hall: You can admire the golden ginkgo trees in the courtyard.
5️⃣Yixiantian: A steep and narrow mountain path, not long but requires sideways passage.
🌟Travel Tips
1️⃣The viewing period for red maples will last until early December.
2️⃣The maple leaves of Tianping Mountain are mainly concentrated at the foot of the mountain, so you can choose not to climb the mountain.
3️⃣There are free stamps in the scenic area, you can bring your own notebook.
4️⃣Bring enough drinking water, as bottled water in the scenic area costs about 10 yuan per bottle.
42Reed~Avery
Suzhou's autumn can be considered the pinnacle of autumn travel!
The Humble Administrator's Garden is the largest classical garden in Suzhou. In autumn, it becomes a colorful and picturesque place. There are several maple trees in the garden that are particularly stunning, making it a great spot for photography!
Although the autumn scenery of Canglang Pavilion is slightly less impressive compared to other gardens, a few maple trees in the garden shine brightly in the autumn wind, with yellow leaves falling and the entrance exuding a strong Jiangnan charm.
In late autumn, the maple leaves on Tiger Hill gradually turn red, creating a beautiful scene like a painting. The ginkgo avenue at the entrance is simply amazing, complementing the Tiger Hill Pagoda.
Huanxiu Villa is a lesser-known garden in Suzhou, with fewer visitors each day. Sitting under the red maple trees in autumn and enjoying the scenery is a fantastic experience!
Tianping Mountain is one of the four major spots in China for viewing maple leaves. In autumn, it looks like a palette, with vibrant colors. The leaves of various trees are blown into a riot of colors by the autumn wind—red, yellow, green—creating a natural oil painting.
Lingering Garden is one of the four famous gardens in China, known as the "leader of Jiangnan gardens." In autumn, the ginkgo and red maple trees bloom romantically, forming a three-dimensional beautiful picture.
Daoqian Street is the top choice for autumn viewing in Suzhou. The ginkgo leaves turn from green to yellow, and walking along this road with sunlight shining on the golden leaves, who wouldn't love such autumn romance?
Putian Organic Ecological Agriculture Park has the most beautiful red maple avenue in Suzhou. Go early, and with sunlight filtering through the maple leaves onto the ground, walking alone here, the atmosphere is perfect.
Suzhou also has a lot of delicious food, such as sweet osmanthus sugar lotus root, soft and sweet; delicious Tibetan lamb, warming and tasty; and crispy socks-bottom pastry, with a bite full of fragrance.
When visiting Suzhou in autumn, it's important to plan your trip in advance and arrange your route according to the opening hours of the attractions. Pay attention to weather changes and bring appropriate clothing. When taking photos, be mindful of the environment and avoid trampling on flowers and plants.
EllaLaine
Don't you want to visit Tianping Mountain?
You guys have no idea how beautiful Tianping Mountain is this season, it's so perfect for a peaceful getaway during the off-peak season! The place is filled with greenery, and it's wonderful to breathe in the oxygen. The sunlight filtering through the leaves and reflecting on the water surface is just too beautiful. If you've missed the red maple season, don't miss out on the height of summer!
HenryMcCallister59
Tianping Mountain, Suzhou
Tianping Mountain in Suzhou is a true gem and a must-visit destination for nature lovers and history enthusiasts alike. Nestled in the picturesque landscape of Jiangsu Province, this mountain offers a perfect blend of natural beauty, cultural heritage, and serene tranquility.
Well-Maintained Trails: The hiking trails are well-marked and maintained, making it accessible for visitors of all ages and fitness levels. There are also numerous rest spots along the way where you can sit back and soak in the beauty of your surroundings.
Peaceful Atmosphere: Unlike some other tourist spots, Tianping Mountain is relatively less crowded, allowing for a more intimate and serene experience. It's an ideal place for meditation, photography, or simply enjoying the beauty of nature.
Sal xyco
Explore the Enchanted Green Trails of Jiangnan—Tianping Mountain's Baima Jian Longchi in Suzhou
In Suzhou, apart from those world-renowned classical gardens, there is also a hidden natural sanctuary on the edge of the city—Tianping Mountain's Baima Jian Longchi. Here, the beauty of the lake and mountains intertwines with fresh air, making it an ideal place to escape the hustle and bustle and get close to nature.
Introduction to Tianping Mountain's Baima Jian Longchi
Tianping Mountain is located southwest of the ancient city of Suzhou, famous for its 'red maple trees, unique rocks, and clear springs.' Baima Jian Longchi is a natural beauty spot within Tianping Mountain, with crystal-clear water surrounded by green hills, a paradise for hikers and photography enthusiasts.
Best Time to Visit
Spring and autumn are the best seasons to visit Tianping Mountain's Baima Jian Longchi, with blooming mountain flowers in spring and fiery red maple leaves in autumn.
Travel Guide
- **Plane**: After arriving in Shanghai or Nanjing, take a high-speed train to Suzhou.
- **High-speed train**: From Suzhou Railway Station, take a bus or taxi to Tianping Mountain.
- **Self-driving**: Navigate to 'Suzhou Tianping Mountain Scenic Area' to enjoy the freedom and fun of a road trip.
Must-Visit Attractions
1. **Longchi**: Visit this pool of clear water and enjoy the tranquility of nature.
2. **Tianping Mountain Red Maple**: In autumn, admire the maple leaves and take photos to experience the colors of fall.
3. **Unique Rock Area**: Explore the uniquely shaped rocks and marvel at nature's craftsmanship.
4. **Clear Springs and Waterfalls**: Find clear streams and small waterfalls in the mountain ravines to enjoy the coolness.
Food Recommendations
- **Suzhou-style Pastries**: Taste Suzhou's special pastries, such as Xiaolongbao and fried meat-filled dumplings.
- **Local Lake Delicacies**: If the season is right, try the delicious lake delicacies near Tianping Mountain.
Accommodation Recommendations
- **Mountain Homestays**: Choose a homestay in the mountains to experience the tranquility of mountain living.
- **City Hotels**: If you prefer modern facilities, opt for a hotel in the city of Suzhou.
Cultural Experience
- **Hiking**: Hike on the mountain trails of Tianping Mountain, breathe fresh air, and exercise.
- **Photography**: Bring a camera to capture the natural beauty of Tianping Mountain's Baima Jian Longchi.
Travel Tips
- **Comfortable Attire**: It is recommended to wear shoes and clothing suitable for hiking.
- **Safety First**: Pay attention to safety when in the mountains and avoid entering closed areas.
- **Environmental Awareness**: Enjoy nature while leaving no trash behind to protect the ecological environment.
Tianping Mountain's Baima Jian Longchi, a hidden natural sanctuary in Suzhou. Here, you can slow down, take a deep breath, and let your soul truly relax in this undisturbed natural setting. Come to Tianping Mountain's Baima Jian Longchi for a journey into the enchanted green trails of Jiangnan and experience a different side of Suzhou's charm.
galaxia_1528
The autumn vibes are strong, and the guide to maple viewing at Tianping Mountain is here!
🍁The autumn vibes are strong, and the guide to maple viewing at Tianping Mountain is here!
The autumn breeze is rising, and it's the perfect time to go to Tianping Mountain to enjoy the maple leaves. 🍂 Want to know how to have a relaxing and fulfilling trip? Follow me, and I'll show you the hidden autumn colors of Suzhou! 🧳
📍Transportation Tips: Departing from Suzhou Railway Station, take bus No. 63, enjoy the picturesque scenery along the way, and you'll arrive at your destination in 45 minutes. If you're in Shanghai, don't worry, high-speed trains or long-distance buses can quickly get you to Suzhou, and then just transfer to another vehicle to get there~ 🚌
🌲Must-visit spots:
1️⃣ Jinxiu Valley: The colorful maple leaves are particularly enchanting in autumn, as if you've stepped into a vivid oil painting.
2️⃣ Shihu Mountain: Not only does it have a sense of historical weight, but you can also climb high and look far, taking in the view of the surrounding mountains.
3️⃣ Baiyun Temple: The tranquil ancient temple purifies the soul.
4️⃣ Wisteria Garden: In spring, the sea of purple flowers is like a dream.
🗺️Suggested Route:
First, visit Jinxiu Valley, then go to Shihu Mountain to feel the history, after that, go to Baiyun Temple for a moment of peace, and finally, don't forget to leave your footprint in Wisteria Garden. Be careful when climbing~ 👣
🍴Food you can't miss:
After walking around, try the local sweet and sour ribs, steamed bass, and stir-fried snails, which will definitely leave you wanting more!
Friends, have you ever been to Tianping Mountain? Is the autumn there also breathtakingly beautiful? What other hidden scenic spots and delicacies would you recommend? 🍁🍜🍩
SIMONE STEWART
The spring light is splendid as I ascend Tianping
On a clear spring day, with the gentle breeze blowing, it's the perfect time for a hike. Tianping Mountain gets its name from its lofty and level summit. The mountain is dotted with rugged rocks, shaped like tablets facing the sky, which people call 'Ten Thousand Tablets Facing Heaven'.
Robbie Schmidt
Fan Zhongyan Memorial Hall
Suzhou Tianping Mountain Villa is a group of ancient architectural complexes, built by Fan Yunlin, the seventeenth-generation descendant of Fan Zhongyan, a famous minister of the Song Dynasty, during the Wanli period of the Ming Dynasty. The pavilions, halls, and galleries are built along the mountains, with rocks, ponds, and flowers interspersed among them, enhancing the charm of the mountain forest. Suzhou Tianping Mountain was originally the ancestral burial ground of the Fan family, hence it is also known as 'Fan Tomb Mountain'.
The Fan Zhongyan Memorial Hall is built in the architectural style of the Song Dynasty, featuring a courtyard-style hall layout, divided into three halls, one corridor, and one room, with a total area of 600 square meters. The northern hall serves as the preface hall, mainly introducing Fan Zhongyan's biography, the Fan family genealogy, and other content. The central hall focuses on introducing the achievements of Fan Zhongyan's life, while the southern hall displays his literary accomplishments, including Fan Zhongyan's poems, prose, poetry, calligraphy, and various research monographs and papers on Fan Zhongyan from different regions.
The memorial hall is divided into four exhibition halls. The first hall displays Fan Zhongyan's bust, the poem 'Memorial to Yueyang Tower', and materials related to the opening of the memorial hall. The second hall displays Fan Zhongyan's biography and his great achievements while serving as an official in Suzhou. The third hall showcases Fan Zhongyan's literary achievements and materials related to integrity education.
JamesAnderson.28
The autumn of Tianping Mountain
The autumn season always feels particularly fleeting. Seizing the moment while the breeze still carries a hint of autumn, I decided to set off immediately to Tianping Mountain to catch a glimpse of the beautiful red maples in their prime and to enjoy the maple scenery.
Gr@c3 Wh.t3
Tianping Mountain | The autumn is gradually thickening
'The red maple is brilliantly dressed, competing with the spring flowers for brightness. The scenery of Tiger Hill and Hengtang is bleak, and most of the tourists are on Tianping.' Tianping Mountain is one of the 'Four Major Maple Viewing Spots in China'. The custom of viewing maples in Tianping, a folk custom in Wu region, has been popular since the Qing Dynasty. Since 1994, the Tianping Mountain Scenic Area has launched an annual Red Maple Festival, which has been successfully held for 40 times.
The ancient maple fragrance of Tianping Mountain has been around for more than 420 years. It was planted by Fan Yunlin, the 17th generation grandson of Fan Zhongyan, during the Wanli period of the Ming Dynasty. There are currently 121 trees in the scenic area, which is the largest ancient maple fragrance community in East China.
🅿️Maple viewing guide for Tianping Mountain Scenic Area:
1️⃣There is a forest trail about 3 kilometers long, the tour time is about 1 hour, the Maple Viewing Platform on the hillside is very suitable for overlooking the maple forest (you can also choose to use a drone instead of climbing, there are also attractions along the way such as the Martyrs' Temple, Tianping Villa, etc.
2️⃣Enter from the entrance, you can first enjoy the reflection of the maple trees in several ponds such as Baiyun Pool at the foot of the mountain, then enter from Gaoyi Garden directly to Shijing Pond, which is the best viewing platform in the scenic area, the core scenic area has many maple trees in the ancient maple forest, which is very spectacular.
3️⃣Opening hours: 8:00-17:00, ticket price is 30 yuan/person.
4️⃣On November 2, there are still a lot of green, yellow and red are sparse, there is a layered 'maple scene', and you need to find a good angle to shoot, friends who want to see the 'forest dyed' scenery are recommended to wait for two weeks to come.
VentureSeeker
The beauty of Suzhou's Tianping Mountain autumn viewing guide
🔔 The autumn is high and refreshing, the clouds are light and the wind is light, and the autumn colors of Tianping Mountain are gradually showing up, and the maple leaves are starting to dye warm colors. I'm already looking forward to it. The best viewing period for Tianping Mountain Maple: mid-November to mid-December, it must be deep autumn maple leaves will be red, don't go too early to avoid disappointment.
🍁 The warm tones of red and yellow spread in the boundless green, enriching the color layers of Tianping Mountain.
⛰️ Location: Lingtian Road, Wuzhong District, Suzhou City.
⌚️ Viewing time: from mid-November to the end of December~
Scenic area opening hours: 08.00~17.00, entry is prohibited after 16.30
🎫 Tickets: 30 yuan (discounts for students and the elderly)
🚗 Transportation: It is recommended to take public transportation, driving is crowded, the parking lot is six yuan an hour~
🚇 Subway Line 1 Mudu Station➕Taxi starting price, public bicycles can also be used, bus🚌4 route, 315 route, 662 route etc~
⛰️ Mountain climbing route: Lotus Pond—Worry about the world's worries first, then enjoy the world's joy—Fan Zhongyan's Memorial Hall—Baiyun Ancient Temple—Qingfeng Pavilion—Wangfeng Platform—Longmen—Xiantian—Ao Fish Stone—Second Line Sky—Cloud Up—Wanghu Platform.
🌟 Highlights:
Tianping Mountain, also known as Baiyun Mountain, has an altitude of 201 meters. The entire scenic area covers hundreds of hectares, known for its 'red maple, strange stones, clear springs', and is also known as the 'First Mountain in Wuzhong', 'Beautiful Scenery in the South of the Yangtze River', and is one of the four major maple viewing spots in China.
🍁 Viewing points:
1️⃣ Wangfeng Platform, the must-visit place when climbing Taiping Mountain is Wangfeng Platform, which is located halfway up the mountain and is the best viewing point. Looking down from here is colorful, ❤️ like a colorful cloud hanging in the mountains
2️⃣ Ancient Maple Forest, the Ancient Maple Forest🍁 is the 'Ten Thousand Red Zone' Here are 400-year-old ancient maple trees, 💫 a strong historical atmosphere is coming
3️⃣ Pavilion between the maple forest, the pavilion is located between the maple trees🍁, and it is also the only place to rest. Surrounded by maple trees, in the midst of colorful clouds, this is the most beautiful
📝 Some suggestions
✔️ You can match Hanfu, ancient costumes~ Take pictures. Post-production needs a little filter
✔️ Be careful when climbing mountains, beware of slippery ground, it is best to wear non-slip shoes, prepare wet wipes.
✔️ Remember to bring more water when climbing mountains, the water in the scenic area is a bit expensive.
✔️ If you want to go in and take pictures, it is recommended to enter the park as early as possible in the morning,
There are fewer tourists in the morning, which is more convenient for framing. In addition, the morning light combined with the morning mist makes the entire scenic area like a fairyland, making it easier to produce pictures.
RAEGAN THORNTON
Listen, this is the ceiling of autumn appreciation
Look! I'm sharing the most beautiful Tianping Mountain red maple with you
In a blink of an eye, it's the season to appreciate red maples on Tianping Mountain again. I vaguely remember the last time I came to see the red maples was the last time. If the autumn in the north is about falling leaves, the autumn in the south is full of greenery, then the autumn in Jiangnan is like a palette overturned by God, the colorful colors make people intoxicated.
Autumn limited, so come and see this weekend
PRESLEY MORRIS
Suzhou|The most beautiful autumn is here
Autumn has arrived in the colorful Suzhou,
Autumn has spread to Tianping Mountain, Tiger Hill, Xiyuan Temple...
It has to be said that there are too many people in each autumn viewing spot
Red maple leaves, yellow-green metasequoia, green willows
It's like overturning a palette of colors
Navigation address: Tiger Hill Wetland Park (Northwest entrance)
1⃣️Tiger Hill Wetland Park is very large, the navigation address must be the northwest entrance, closer to the redwood forest, a few steps to the left after entering, no need for tickets, free!
2⃣️Shooting time 3~4 pm, the evening time is particularly good for photos, the warm sun shines on the redwoods is beautiful, remember to wear some warm-colored clothes, it matches well with autumn!
3⃣️There are many redwoods, many positions can be shot, you can use the pool to shoot reflections, the redwoods reflected in the pool, the whole is like making a series of oil paintings!
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: Tianping Mountain Scenic Area
🎫Ticket: 30 yuan (discounts for students and the elderly)
🚗Transport: It is recommended to take public transportation, driving is crowded, parking is six yuan per hour~
🚇Subway Line 1 Mudu Station➕Taxi starting price, public bicycles are also available, bus🚌4, 315, 662, etc.~
Tour tips:
1⃣️It's better to view maple on a sunny day, the sun shines on the maple leaves will be translucent red, shooting against the light feels more.
2⃣️Ancient Maple Forest, Gaoyi Garden Archway, Jiejia Pavilion, Ten Scenic Ponds, Lishui Prefecture Tomb, Three Taishi Temple are all good viewing points not to be missed.
3⃣️Use the water surface to compose reflections, it's hard to distinguish between reality and illusion, it's unrealistically beautiful.
4⃣️There is mist in the maple forest, the sunlight projected in the forest forms Tyndall light, it's very artistic to take portraits.
SophiaCunningham30
Winter tour to Tianping Mountain
Tianping Mountain, located within the territory of Suzhou City, with an altitude of 221 meters, attracts countless tourists with its beautiful autumn scenery and natural landscape. In autumn, the leaves of Tianping Mountain become colorful, with red, yellow, and green intertwined, like a brilliant oil painting.
The autumn of Tianping Mountain is one of the most beautiful seasons of the year, usually starting from the end of October to mid-November. During this time, the weather is pleasant and the scenery is beautiful, which is a good time to play.
Transportation Guide:
To go to Tianping Mountain, you can choose to take a bus, taxi and other means of transportation. Departing from downtown Suzhou, you can take bus No. 4, No. 315, No. 664 to Tianping Mountain Scenic Area.
Tour Route:
In autumn, the tour route of Tianping Mountain can be chosen according to personal interest and time. You can stroll along the mountain path, enjoy the red leaves and natural scenery. At the same time, you can also choose to climb to the top of the mountain to overlook the beautiful scenery of Suzhou City. During the tour, you can visit ancient temples, ancient tombs and other cultural landscapes to understand the history and culture of Suzhou.
Must-visit attractions:
The autumn scenery of Tianping Mountain is very rich, here are some must-visit attractions:
(1) The main peak of Tianping Mountain: You can overlook the beautiful scenery of Suzhou City from the top of the mountain and feel the magnificence of nature.
(2) Zhongbaiyun Pavilion: It is the best viewing platform for viewing red leaves, and you can overlook the entire forest and the beauty of red leaves.
(3) A line of sky: This is a narrow valley carved by nature, covered by lush trees, with a stream flowing leisurely, like a low whispering movement. Walking in it, it seems to have entered a small world isolated from the world, full of fresh air and green life.
Precautions:
Biluochun Tea Garden: Here you can taste the authentic Biluochun tea and feel the cultural atmosphere of Suzhou.
In summary, the autumn tour to Tianping Mountain is an unforgettable experience. Here, you can enjoy the beautiful scenery of red leaves and natural landscapes, feel the charm of nature and the history and culture of Suzhou. If you want to experience a different scenery from other seasons, you can choose to visit Tianping Mountain in autumn.
OliviaMcPhee27
The first snow on Tianping Mountain is too beautiful
Suzhou has finally welcomed the first snow, it's so romantic 💕
Looking at the snow falling all over the sky and the gradually accumulating silver world, I'm really too excited!
BlissfulResorts
Suzhou's Tianping Mountain | The withered maple and warm sun forget worries
Twelve years ago, I went to Tianping Mountain too early, the leaves were not red;
This year, a little late, the leaves are a bit withered...
Looking at the slightly fat figure of old Fan, he probably forgot about worrying about the country and the people in this environment
🚉Travel strategy: Self-driving🚗
💰Average consumption: Ticket 30 yuan/person
🌟Highlights: Red maple, clear spring, and strange stones are the highlights
TravelingGypsy
Suzhou's Tianping Mountain is like a palette of autumn
November is the season to appreciate maple leaves again, and Tianping Mountain in Suzhou is known as one of the four major maple viewing spots in China! That's a must-see
We drove from Shanghai, about a 2-hour drive, and stayed at the Suzhou Tianping Mountain Cultural Resort Hotel. Let's talk about the location of this hotel, it's really good👌🏻, just opposite the Tianping Mountain Scenic Area, a two or three-minute walk. We arrived at the hotel at more than 3 pm on Saturday, booked 5 rooms in total, only three were cleaned up, it's understandable in the peak season! What needs to be complained about is that the hotel's parking lot is a public one, where many vehicles coming to the scenic area also park, causing difficulty in parking for hotel guests, and it took several rounds to find a parking space, and there is no security guidance in the parking lot, the attitude is particularly bad The experience is very bad! I hope the hotel can improve this!
We had dinner in a Chinese restaurant in the hotel, the taste is okay, not many dishes, the price is moderate, not cheap but also acceptable!
Tianping Mountain Scenic Area opens at 8 am, we booked tickets online in advance, it's very convenient to enter by scanning the code, there were already many tourists at 8 o'clock the next morning, we climbed up all the way, looking at the scenery and taking pictures along the way, it took about an hour to reach the top, younger ones may be faster, the mountain is not particularly high, but some places are quite steep, the elderly need to be careful! I feel the most beautiful 🍁 is on the right hand side when entering the scenic area, a large area of red maple leaves, the forest is dyed! It's still very beautiful!
KASH VEGA
Suzhou, Jiangsu: The autumn of Tianping Mountain is like a beautiful oil painting
Tianping Mountain is located 15 kilometers west of Suzhou city and is the burial place of Fan Zhongyan's ancestors. Cultural attractions related to the Fan family are mainly concentrated at the foot of the mountain. Tianping Mountain has an altitude of 201 meters. Although the mountain is not high, it is a bit steep and energetic to climb. The Red Maple Festival from October to December every year, the colorful autumn can always attract countless long guns and short guns.
There are several ponds at the foot of Tianping Mountain, just like a large park. There are pedal boats and hand-rowing boats that children love the most. The whole family can picnic on stone benches or lawns. Passing through the archway of worry before joy at the foot of the mountain, there are buildings such as Fan Wenzheng Ancestral Hall, Fan Zhongyan Memorial Hall, etc., introducing Fan Zhongyan's life and works in the Northern Song Dynasty. It only takes a few minutes from the entrance of the scenic spot to here. After the visit, you can climb the mountain along the nearby mountain road.
Up to Yunquan Jing She, a white cloud spring is led into the bowl under the stone wall of Jing She by a bamboo tube. Then there is a line of sky, only one person can pass. Tianping Mountain has many strange stones, forming various strange structures, such as a line of sky and flying stones. Don't worry, these rubble are far from the level of outdoor hiking. Moderate intensity allows tourists to experience the fun of climbing. As long as they are not elderly people with mobility difficulties and particularly weak people, they can climb to the top of the mountain. If they climb slowly, it will take about an hour to reach the top of the mountain.
At the top of the mountain, Wanghu Terrace, you can overlook the cityscape of Suzhou and see Tianyun Temple not far from the top of the mountain. The temple was originally built in the 1980s for local people to worship Ye Tianshi, a famous doctor in Jiangnan during the Qing Dynasty. Now it has been renovated. You don't have to go there. You can overlook the top of the mountain, and then you can go down the mountain along another staircase. Some people do it the other way around, climb the stairs up the mountain, and go down the mountain on the rubble road, which is too dangerous to go down the mountain, and it is not recommended to go this way. Although there are many forks on Tianping Mountain, they will eventually return to the foot of the mountain like a large park, and then leave the scenic spot.
At the foot of the mountain, you can take another look at Tianping Mountain Villa, built by Fan Yunlin, the 17th generation grandson of Fan Zhongyan in the Ming Dynasty, including Zhou Bo An, Lai Yan Pavilion, Fan Can Yi Ancestral Hall, Gao Yi Garden, Baiyun Ancient Temple and other areas. Several quaint houses, plus the small Fan's Temple Baiyun Ancient Temple, the environment is quiet. Walking east along the yellow wall of Baiyun Ancient Temple, I saw a stone archway with the words "Fan's Migration to Wu Shizu Tang Zhuguo Lishui Prefecture Lord Tomb Gate Stele" on it, and entered the corridor with stone sheep, stone tigers, and stone horses, and Fan Zhongyan's ancestor Fan Sui's tomb.
If you want to see red maples, the maple trees are all at the foot of the mountain, and there are basically no maple trees on the mountain. In mid to late November, the maple trees really turned red. The two rows of maple trees at the entrance of the scenic spot turned red early, but they are not the essence of Tianping Mountain maple trees. The ancient maple forest near the Le Archway is worried before and after. The ancient maple trees that Fan Yunlin moved from Fujian have a history of more than 400 years. The branches and leaves are towering, and the leaves are very beautiful when they are red. During the Red Maple Festival, you can also see acrobatic performances at the foot of the mountain. In addition, from April to June every year, Tianping Mountain holds a Cartoon Festival, and there are cartoon models at the foot of the mountain, where you can take pictures with people in cartoon costumes and watch acrobatic performances.
There are farmhouses outside the Tianping Mountain Scenic Area, and there are canteens at the foot of the mountain, on the mountainside, and on the top of the mountain. There are the most vendors in the ancient maple forest area at the foot of the mountain, selling sausages and other snacks. There are more snack stalls during the Red Maple Festival, and it is usually recommended to bring some dry food just in case. You must bring water, and the water on the mountain is more expensive.
Mudu Ancient Town is located 4 kilometers south of Tianping Mountain and can be visited together.
maeva_4860
Why go to Kyoto when you can come to Tianping Mountain in Suzhou
It is one of the four major maple viewing spots in China, and is known as the 'First Mountain in Wu' and 'Scenic Spot in the South of the Yangtze River'. In autumn and winter, the whole mountain seems like a palette poured by nature, adorned with ginkgo and red maple, the entire mountain forest is as beautiful as a painting.
💡Travel tips:
1️⃣Upon entering the scenic area, there are several ponds at the foot of the mountain. The red maple here turns red the earliest, and I personally think it is the best place to take pictures. Don't miss it if you like photography!
2️⃣ Ten Scenic Ponds, is the best viewing platform to appreciate the Tianping Mountain Scenic Area.
3️⃣ The core scenic area of Tianping Mountain, the Ancient Maple Forest, has several old maple trees over 400 years old, which are very special!
Address: Navigate to Suzhou Tianping Mountain Scenic Area
🚗Transport: There is a parking lot next to the entrance of the scenic area. It is quite congested during the peak season, so public transportation is recommended.
▶️Get off at Mudu Station, the first and last station of Suzhou Metro Line 1, and walk about 1 kilometer to get there!
DOMINICK BATES
Live | Suzhou Tianping Mountain, so beautiful that I scream
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The maple leaves of Tianping Mountain are really crazy!!! Giving every tourist a strong visual shock
Wherever you see, the forest is dyed, so beautiful that it's a bit unreal
When the sun is good, the reflection in the water is so beautiful that people are dizzy. It is recommended to come here from 2-4 pm, the photos are extremely beautiful!
:Tianping Mountain Scenic Area: 30 (Garden card can be used)
ADALINE HOWELL
Nature really heals everything!
People in Suzhou have their own Kyoto
Tianpingshan is indeed one of the four major maple viewing spots in the country
It's really beautiful, beautiful, beautiful
Although it's also crowded (I really don't recommend going up the mountain, there's nothing good to see at the top, most of the red maples are below)
But it's a place worth visiting for the beauty of autumn
I want to come back next year
The weather is also great today
Nature really heals everything!