Where can I see the ginkgo trees in Xi'an? When is the best time to see them?

1. Viewing time

The best time to view ginkgo trees in Xi'an is after National Day, between mid-to-late October and mid-to-late November. After October, the edges of ginkgo leaves begin to turn yellow and will slowly turn golden yellow, which will last until the leaves fall in November. Moreover, although the weather in Xi'an is getting colder at this time, it is still suitable for going out for travel. In addition to the thousand-year-old ancient city, Xi'an also has thousand-year-old ancient ginkgo trees. In the ancient Guanyin Temple in Zhongnan Mountain in Xi'an, there is a ginkgo tree that is said to have been planted by Emperor Taizong of Tang, Li Shimin, himself. It is more than 1,400 years old and has been listed on the state's list of protected ancient and famous trees. Mid-November is the best time to view the tree. The tree is about 30 meters tall. When its leaves fall and cover the ground, they and the thousand-year-old temple together create an ancient and charming scenery. It also makes people feel a strong sense of Zen, which can purify the soul and relax the mood.

2. Where to watch

1. Ring City Park: The park is large and has many trees, with convenient transportation. It is the most down-to-earth place to view ginkgo trees. It is built along the moat, and you can appreciate the ginkgo trees while listening to Qinqiang and feeling the ancient culture of Xi'an.

2. Ancient Guanyin Temple: There is a ginkgo tree in the Ancient Guanyin Temple that is more than 1,400 years old. It is said that it was planted by Emperor Taizong of Tang Dynasty himself. It has now been listed as an ancient and famous tree by the state and is under protection.

3. Chongyang Palace: In the northwest corner of Chongyang Palace, there is a ginkgo tree that is more than 800 years old. This ancient ginkgo tree is about 10 meters tall. A cypress tree grew in the hollow of its trunk. Later, the cypress tree died, but the ancient ginkgo tree continued to bloom and bear fruit.

4. Hanyang Mausoleum Museum: There are more than 100 mu and more than 10,000 ginkgo trees planted in Hanyang Mausoleum. After years of growth, it has formed a certain scale.

5. Louguan Terrace: It is said that it was planted by "Laozi" Li Er himself when he was preaching in Louguan. It has a history of 2,600 years and is listed in the state's list of protected ancient and famous trees.

6. Lantian: Legend has it that the tree was planted by Wang Wei himself when he lived in seclusion in Lantian County. The tree is 20 meters tall, with a crown width of 18 meters. It is about 1,200 years old and is still lush and leafy, becoming a local attraction.