(pigtour.com)
Updated: 2007-12-10 10:05

While the desolation of winter has already arrived in northern China, those living in the south can still enjoy the splendor of autumn. Here are three places around Shanghai with the "most" opportunities to enjoy the last of autumn.

Netizens claim Tachuan Village boasts the most famous autumn scenery, Xichang Dafo Temple boasts the fall landscape with the most zen flavor, and Badujie boasts the most romantic autumn view. So for those living in the south, take some time out to enjoy the beautiful scenery before winter comes. Catch the end tail of autumn.

The most famous autumn view

Chinese netizens were once asked to pick four of the most beautiful autumn views in China, and Tachuan Village is one of them. The other three are the Fragrant Hill in Beijing, Kanas in Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region and Miyaluo in Sichuan Province.

Tachuan Village is located in Yixian County in Anhui Province. The layout of the village aligns with the mountains to create a pagoda shape. Clear creeks wind their way through the village lighting up the whole village in the mountains. The combination of the pagoda shape and the tinkling creeks give the village its name "Tachuan", meaning "pagoda and creek" literally in English.

Each autumn Tachuan is a favorite place of photographers with its colorful views. It boasts many old trees, including maples and camphors. The autumn colors create a land of wonder.

Ticket: 20 yuan
How to get there: Take Huhang highway first, then switch to Hanghui highway, then Hehuangtong highway. Take Tunxixikou exit and head for Xiuning until you arrive at Yixian County. Follow the signs leading to Hongcun. Tachuan Village is just next to Hongcun.

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