Found a treasure! This lesser-known forest park in Gansu is even better for photos than paid attractions!

Stop crowding Jiuzhaigou! I found a hidden "Little Jiuzhaigou of Longshan" in Tianshui, Gansu! 😭 Ladies, listen to me! If you think autumn in the Northwest is only yellow, you are seriously mistaken! I discovered a seriously underrated colorful forest secret in Tianshui — Xiaolongshan National Forest Park! This place is like God spilled a palette, so beautiful it left me speechless! I just drove back from here, and I feel like my whole soul has been cleansed by this colorful forest! Autumn here isn’t just yellow or red, but a visual feast of **red, orange, yellow, green, and purple** intertwined! When the car drives along the mountain road, the colorful forest on both sides flows like a moving oil painting receding behind you. At that moment, I truly understood what it means to "drive through the scenery, wander in the painting"! **🍂 My "Breaking into the Palette" Journey** **Day 1: Depart from Tianshui → Immersive Color Chase** * We drove from downtown Tianshui, about a 2-hour drive. Once inside the park, it felt like entering another world. This is a true **primeval forest** and **natural oxygen bar**. Taking a deep breath, you’re filled with negative ions and the fresh scent of plants, feeling like your lungs are completely cleansed! **📸 Photo Hotspots (Highly Recommended):** 1. **Stream and Reflections**: Be sure to find a winding creek! The clear water reflects the colorful forest on both banks. When the wind blows, the shimmering ripples create a dynamic oil painting in every shot! 2. **Forest Road Masterpiece**: At a bend on the mountain road, have a friend capture your car driving through the colorful forest. That sense of freedom on the road and the color impact is absolutely stunning! 3. **Panoramic View from Above**: If you have a drone, definitely fly it! The breathtaking view of the entire colorful forest from above will shock your social circle! If no drone, climb to a high viewing platform for an equally amazing effect! 4. **Colorful Forest Light and Shadow**: Around 4 PM, when the sunlight slants through the trees, shoot the light and shadows falling on the leaf-covered forest path. The atmosphere is incredible! **💡 My Babysitter-Level Guide (Must Read!)** * **Transportation**: Strongly recommend **self-driving**! Navigate directly to "Xiaolongshan National Forest Park" for maximum freedom and the ability to stop and take photos anytime. * **Best Viewing Time**: **Mid-October to early November** is when the colors are richest and most dazzling! * **Outfit Suggestions**: White, beige, or khaki trench coats or sweaters photograph best, helping you stand out against the colorful background! * **Must-Bring Items**: The mountain has big temperature differences, so bring a thick jacket. Also, pack some snacks and water to keep your energy up. Stop focusing only on those classic spots! Autumn in Xiaolongshan is an ultimate feast of colors, a colorful forest secret that will make you forget all your worries.