Taiwan also ranks among the world’s top ten autumn wonders

By the MOOK Scenic Spots Editorial Team

As autumn winds begin to blow, the whole world transitions into a cool season—also the best time for travel. After the hustle and bustle of the first half of the year, it’s time to slow down, rest well, and recharge. Here we’ve selected ten stunning autumn landscapes from around the globe, including Taiwan’s bald cypress forests, Japan’s maple leaves, China’s Zhangjiajie, and more—all ideal destinations for an autumn journey around the world.

1. Taiwan – Bald Cypress
As the season gradually turns cooler, besides viewing maple leaves, the most popular star is undoubtedly the bald cypress. Strolling through vast forests of crimson-hued bald cypress feels like stepping into a movie scene—the dreamy scenery is both romantic and enchanting. Taiwan boasts many beautiful bald cypress sights, where the stunning views make you feel as if you’re in a foreign land.

2. Japan – Ginkgo
When visiting Japan in the crisp, refreshing autumn, besides admiring the red foliage, you mustn’t miss the dreamy ginkgo scenery. As ginkgo leaves turn from green to golden yellow, they paint the blue sky and green lawns with a brilliant yellow hue, creating a fairytale-like and especially romantic atmosphere.

3. South Korea - Golden Cosmos
Besides enjoying red leaves, ginkgo, and bald cypress in autumn, you mustn’t miss the king of autumn flowers—the chrysanthemum. In South Korea, until the end of October each year, you can admire the blooming golden cosmos, with mid-October being the best time to view them, attracting numerous tourists.

4. China – Zhangjiajie
Jiuzhaigou is Sichuan’s most famous tourist attraction, with its beautiful colors, clear skies, and pristine waters creating a “fairy-tale world” landscape that attracts millions of visitors every year.