The ginkgo leaves at Longhua Temple have turned yellow

In the brilliant golden November, the best time to see the ginkgo at Longhua Temple has finally arrived! 🍂 This thousand-year-old ancient temple’s ginkgo trees are truly a limited edition golden spot for autumn and winter, every snap feels like a blockbuster～ 📍Location: Longhua Temple (2853 Longhua Road, Xuhui District) ⏰Opening Hours: 7:00 AM - 4:30 PM (last entry at 4:00 PM) 🌟Must-see highlights: 1️⃣ The two rows of ginkgo trees in front of the temple plaza are fully golden, with fallen leaves covering the stone path creating a super dreamy scene 2️⃣ The classic shot of the ancient pagoda framed with golden ginkgo leaves—remember to bring a telephoto lens for photos 3️⃣ The ginkgo under the red walls and black tiles adds a more Zen vibe, perfect for photos in Hanfu ‼️Tips to avoid crowds: - Weekday mornings have the fewest people (Friday mornings are moderately busy, tested personally) - On weekends, arrive early! It’s best to get to the temple before 8 AM to catch the ginkgo in the morning light and avoid the large tour groups after 10 AM - Avoid the harsh midday light; the softest light is between 2 and 3 PM 🍜Food bonus: After admiring the ginkgo, don’t forget to visit the temple’s vegetarian restaurant! The 15 RMB Luohan noodles come with a rich topping, and the hot mushroom soup base warms both stomach and heart～ There are also vegetarian duck, mooncakes, and other authentic snacks to take home as gifts 📸Photo and outfit suggestions: - Light colors or earth tones work best for photos - Pair with scarves, berets, and other autumn/winter accessories - Remember to bring a transparent umbrella; you can still capture atmospheric shots even on rainy days