Taiwan also makes the list of the world’s top ten autumn scenic wonders

By the MOOK Scenic Spots editorial team

As autumn winds blow, the whole world begins to enter a cool season — the perfect time for travel. After the hustle and bustle of the first half of the year, it's time to slow down, take a well-deserved rest, and recharge. Here are ten stunning autumn landscapes from around the globe, including Taiwan’s bald cypress forests, Japan’s maple leaves, and China’s Zhangjiajie — all fantastic destinations for an autumn world tour.

1. Taiwan – Bald Cypress
As the seasons gradually shift into cool autumn, besides admiring maple leaves, the most popular star is none other than the bald cypress. Strolling through vast forests of crimson-hued bald cypresses feels like stepping into a movie scene — a dreamy, romantic, and enchanting view. Taiwan boasts many beautiful bald cypress spots, with scenery so stunning it feels like you're in a foreign land.

2. Japan – Ginkgo Trees
Visiting Japan in the crisp, refreshing autumn season means not only enjoying the red leaves but also not missing out on the magical ginkgo scenery. As they turn from green to golden yellow, ginkgo trees paint the blue sky and green lawns with a brilliant yellow hue, creating a fairy-tale-like and exceptionally romantic atmosphere.

3. South Korea - Golden Cosmos Flowers
Besides enjoying red leaves, ginkgo trees, and bald cypresses in autumn, you shouldn’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 flowers, especially around mid-October, which is the best time to see them, attracting numerous tourists.

4. China – Zhangjiajie
Jiuzhaigou is Sichuan’s most famous tourist attraction, where beautiful colors, clear skies, and pristine rivers create a “fairy-tale world” landscape that draws millions of visitors every year.