In recent days, Guangzhou has been wrapped in a blend of verdant lushness and autumnal charm. The scorching sun has stepped aside, making way for a dry breeze that dances alongside a gentle, warm sun, casting a spell of cool comfort over the city. Lesser-known photo spots have entered their prime viewing period, offering an unimaginable level of tranquillity and beauty.

A List of Viewing Spots

The autumn signal has prompted Guangzhou's flora to bloom on cue. Many claim that "Guangzhou's autumn and winter are a sea of pink." The locals understand romance, and if asked to describe the colour of Guangzhou's autumn, they would undoubtedly say pink. Each year, during these months, Guangzhou residents embark on a "flower-chasing" journey, eager to seize this golden opportunity.

Viewpoint 1: Hexia Metro Station, Exit B

How to get there:Take Metro Line 6 to Hexia Station, exit B, and walk for about two minutes.

After exiting the station, follow the river, and you'll be greeted by a sky filled with blooming heterophyllous cotton trees. Lined with heterophyllous cotton trees for nearly a kilometre, the pink blossoms weigh down the branches, reflecting their hue onto the shimmering water below, creating a mesmerizing scene.

Viewpoint 2: Yongqingfang

How to get there: Take Metro Line 6 or 1 to Huangsha Station, exit B, and walk for about 10 minutes.

Wander through the quaint shops of Yongqingfang, and you'll catch sight of a massive heterophyllous cotton tree. The combination of ancient architecture and a pink ocean creates a sense of time travel imbued with charm. Beneath the Lingnan-style buildings, vibrant colours burst forth, resembling a scene from an anime—vivid and captivating.

Beneath the tree, a crowd of flower enthusiasts equipped with cameras immerse themselves in the joyous atmosphere. A small bridge spans the scene, and standing on it, one can gaze at the lush shoreline, feeling an endless wave of gentleness.

Viewpoint 3: Huangsha Metro Station, Exit E

How to get there: Take Metro Line 6 or 1 to Huangsha Station, exit E, cross the overhead bridge, and walk for about two minutes.

Guangzhou's romance also lies in its bougainvillea. Layered greenery sets off a cascade of flowers, with bougainvillea peeking out from behind white tiles, leisurely adorning the branches.

In the bustling streets and on crowded overhead bridges, blooming bougainvillea tells a story of life's vigour and vitality. The fresh greenery, vibrant colours, tranquility, and enthusiasm blend to paint the city's gentlest stroke.