Autumn leaves turn golden in Guiyang

As autumn deepens in Guiyang, the city's streets are starting to look like a golden paradise, with ginkgo trees turning yellow. Get ready for Guiyang's most colorful season ahead.

Beautiful autumn scenery of the golden avenue in Huaxi district. [Photo/WeChat account of Zhizhi Guiyang]

Golden avenue

The plane tree-lined sidewalk along the Huaxi River stretches through the golden avenue, where the leaves of London plane trees are slowly turning golden. When the roadsides are fully covered in golden hues, a stroll here feels like walking on a golden carpet, with leaves gently falling in the breeze.

26 Factory in Huchao township

The 26 Factory in Huchao township was the largest aviation repair plant during 1964-80. The trees planted back then have now grown into towering giants. The Wutong Avenue here stretches nearly 2 kilometers. As the golden leaves dance in the wind, it feels like walking through history, sharing the autumn romance of previous generations.

Baoshan Beilu

Autumn is undoubtedly the most beautiful season on Baoshan Beilu in Yunyan district. The London plane trees along the road turn a brilliant gold. As the breeze sweeps by, the leaves either rush past car windows or scatter across the road, adding a golden touch to the old city of Guiyang.

Songxi River Wetland Park

On sunny autumn days, the leaves in Songxi River Wetland Park gradually turn yellow. The park's maple trees will soon join the ginkgoes in showcasing their autumn colors. This contrast of red and gold paints a perfect autumn scene for visitors to enjoy.

Huanglian village

Huanglian village is a lesser-known autumn spot in Guiyang. On sunny days, standing beneath the trees feels like a peaceful moment frozen in time.

Xiamawo village

As the leaves turn yellow, the ginkgo leaves in the forest add a touch of gold, accentuating the autumn vibe of Xiamawo village in Wudang district. From the observation platform, the view of the leaves and the mountain scenery is a perfect picture of serenity and joy, free from worries.

Pianpo village

In Pianpo village, Wudang district, the autumn leaves blend seamlessly with village life. As the autumn breeze turns the leaves golden, the ginkgo trees blend beautifully with the houses along the winding paths. Against the backdrop of black-tiled, white-walled homes, the golden leaves create a scene of autumn's gentle warmth and comfort.

Baiyan village

In Baiyan village, Baiyun district, two ginkgo trees have stood side by side for over a thousand years. Their massive canopies, lush branches, and overlapping leaves have witnessed the passage of time. With every sunrise and sunset, the trees turn green and yellow in a never-ending cycle. When the leaves finally turn fully yellow, the unique autumn atmosphere makes you feel as though you've glimpsed a thousand years in a single moment.