Text by MOOK Scenic Spots / Photo by Strolling Above the Clouds on Alishan
This winter, the cold temperatures have been slow to arrive, the day-night temperature difference isn’t as expected, and the maple leaves aren’t changing color as quickly. But the ginkgo trees on Alishan are glowing in brilliant gold—it’s the perfect time to head up the mountain.
The yellowish-gold ginkgo leaves at Alishan’s Ciyun Temple, tinged with green, are breathtaking. (Photo by Strolling Above the Clouds on Alishan, same below)
Ginkgo trees are relatively rare among the many maple trees on Alishan, but thanks to their location near the ancient Ciyun Temple, surrounded by towering ancient trees, they still attract travelers here every year.
The golden ginkgo leaves outside the ancient Ciyun Temple add a lot of color to the temple.
The surroundings of Ciyun Temple are serene and otherworldly, and the golden ginkgo leaves bring beautiful colors to the ancient temple every autumn and winter.
The ginkgo trees outside the ancient temple look even more golden under the sunlight.
Every year, the ginkgo trees near the ancient temple are stunningly golden, both in quality and quantity, without any sparse or withered appearance.
The ginkgo trees look even more beautiful and golden under the blue sky.
To enjoy the golden ginkgo leaves, it’s best to choose a sunny, clear day—the golden hues of the ginkgo and the deep blue of the sky will appear even more vibrant and striking.
The ginkgo trees outside the valley temple have entered their golden period.
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