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Laoshan Ginkgo Reaches Peak Beauty

When the autumn breeze gently brushes the shores of the Yellow Sea, the thousand-year-old ginkgo trees of Laoshan are about to welcome their annual "shining moment," with a sea of golden leaves creating a stunning visual impact. This autumn-exclusive "golden hour" is not to be missed. Laoshan's Taiqing Palace is home to many ancient trees, especially ginkgoes, with the oldest reaching over a thousand years. Two ginkgo trees in front of the Sanguan Hall were planted during the Song Dynasty by decree of Emperor Zhao Kuangyin, over 1,000 years ago, and both are male. In late autumn, the golden foliage fills the view, and the ancient trees exude a spiritual charm, making visitors feel as if they are traveling through a millennium. The Taiqing scenic area in Laoshan is known as "Little Jiangnan," where the stunning ginkgo trees blend with the antique atmosphere. Visitors strolling here can enjoy a captivating feast of nature and culture intertwined. Additionally, the Yuhuang Hall in Mingxia Cave of Laoshan is simple and unadorned, serving as a place for Taoist cultivation and self-cultivation. Behind the cave rise strange peaks, and looking out from the front, the sea stretches into the distance. At sunrise and sunset, the glow of the clouds changes endlessly. The ancient trees inside the cave are extremely precious, and beside the "Xiazhu Bantian" stone carving near the cave, there are two ginkgo trees over 700 years old, still full of vitality today. Come to Laoshan and join this golden rendezvous!
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Posted: Oct 22, 2025
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