Nanyang, an ideal place for nature lovers

Baotianman scenic spot boasts more than 300,000 trees with red leaves, including acer circinatum, acer davidii, acer buergerianum and smoke trees.

The area turns into a sea of colorful leaves as late October arrives. Zigzag pathways lined with trees can be seen all over the spot giving visitors an intimate appreciation of the red leaves.

Recommended time to visit Baotianman scenic spot: Oct 20 to Nov 20.

Recommended driving directions: Take the Shanghai-Shaanxi Expressway, exiting at Jiasong station. Drive toward Mashankou township in Neixiang county until arriving at Qiliping village.

Red leaves in the Baotianman scenic spot contrast with the blue sky. [Photo/Nanyang Daily]

A hill in the Baotianman scenic spot adorned with colorful leaves during late autumn. [Photo/Nanyang Daily]