Walking along a path in the mountains, you will be greeted by the unique fragrance of red leaves. Birds chirp to the natural symphony composed by gurgling streams.

Best time: late September to October

Red leaves are a symbol of autumn. Appreciating red leaves in the clear, refreshing autumn weather is indeed an excellent choice.

Now let's observe the best red leaves all around China and absorb the transient beauty of autumn.

A paradise of maple leaves in Benxi city, Liaoning province, Northeast China. [Photo/Xinhua]

Enchanting with different red colors, the Red Leaf Valley extends more than 50 kilometers from Jiefang village in Qingling town to Yanjiang village in Songjiang town, Jilin province, Northeast China. Leaves are tinted with various red pigments, including Chinese red, orange red, ruby red and bright red.

Best time: October.

A 50-kilometer valley full of enchanting red leaves in Jiaohe city, Jilin province, Northeast China. [Photo/Xinhua]

​Encountering the natural beauty of a primeval forest will both relax body and mind. Regarded as one of the best autumn sceneries in Beijing, Labagoumen will display its gorgeous beauty as always.

Best time: mid and late October

Tachuan or Tashang village is located in Yixian county, Huangshan city, Anhui province, East China. The beautiful autumn scenery here is known as one of the four best in China. The red leaves and clear spring add radiance and beauty to traditional houses, offering prime material for photography enthusiasts.

Best time: early to late November

Shennongjia in Central China is rich in mysterious legends, and leaves here are endowed with mystique. Apart from red, gold and green are also predominant colors here during autumn.

​Best time: late October to mid-November