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I found Wuhan's "Golden Key" of autumn!

🍁 I found Wuhan's "Golden Key" of autumn! This stunning aerial photo spot is absolutely captivating! Ladies!! This autumn, I finally captured Wuhan's most romantic autumn scenery—Youge Island! Not exaggerating, it really looks like a golden key sinking into the lake, nestled by East Lake, unbelievably beautiful✨ 📍 Location: Wuhan East Lake · Youge Island (just navigate to "Youge Island") 📸 Recommended shooting method: drone aerial photography | best at dusk! 📷 Why must you come? 1️⃣ The "Golden Key" shape is amazing! From a high altitude, the entire island looks like a huge golden key winding into the heart of the lake. The dawn red trees turn orange-red, reflecting on the emerald lake surface, like a flowing oil painting🎨. 2️⃣ A fairy tale world exclusive to autumn Every year in mid to late November, the dawn red trees start changing colors, from green to golden yellow to deep red, layer upon layer, as if nature spilled its palette. Walking on the boardwalk, every step feels like stepping into an autumn poem🍂 3️⃣ Few people, beautiful scenery, and a high chance of great shots! Compared to other popular spots around East Lake, there are fewer tourists here, but the scenery is just as stunning! Especially in the early morning or evening, the light is soft, the water is like a mirror, and every shot looks like a cover photo📷 4️⃣ A touch of quiet poetry in the city Away from the hustle and bustle, standing on the island looking at the distant city skyline, on one side are modern skyscrapers, on the other is a rich autumn natural painting—this contrast really hits me in the heart❤️ 📌 My shooting tips: ✅ Best time: 8-9 AM / 4-5 PM (best light and shadows) ✅ Recommended drone launch spot: the south lakeside of the island to capture the full "key" shape ✅ Props: wear a beige or wine-red long dress, carry a canvas bag, and the atmosphere is instantly elevated~ ✅ Transportation advice: drive or take a taxi, there is parking nearby; you can also bike + walk for a more pleasant experience~ 🌟 Friendly reminders: ⚠️ Pay attention to no-fly zones for drones, check airspace rules in advance ⚠️ Autumn winds are strong, remember to bring a warm jacket ⚠️ Respect the environment, don’t litter, protect this natural beauty 💬 Final thoughts: Some say Wuhan’s autumn is short, but I think as long as you come to Youge Island, you can capture the whole autumn in your lens. It’s not just a check-in spot, but like a love letter Wuhan sends to autumn💌 If you love autumn, photography, and nature, you must visit Youge Island this season! Don’t wait until the leaves have all fallen to regret missing it~🍂 👇 Tell me in the comments: What’s your top autumn spot in Wuhan?
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Posted: Dec 10, 2025
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