Silk floss trees at the South China Normal University are in full bloom at this time of year. The flowers have been blossoming on the campus for 30 years. [Photo/visitgz.com]

A girl walks below a blooming silk floss tree at South China Normal University. [Photo/visitgz.com]

Water lilies at Lianhua Mountain are beautiful in late autumn. Lianhua Mountain boasts a wide range of water lilies of different colors and is an ideal place to enjoy a getaway from the hustle and bustle of the city. [Photo/visitgz.com]

A water lily is in full bloom in a pond at Lianhua Mountain. [Photo/visitgz.com]

The maple leaves in Shimen National Forest Park have already turned red. The park is home to more than 1,000 hectares of primitive forest and 200 hectares of maple trees. [Photo/visitgz.com]

There are many types of maple trees in Shimen National Forest Park. The best time to enjoy them is from November to December. [Photo/visitgz.com]

Huangpodong Reservoir, built in 1956, is the second largest man-made reservoir in the Baiyun Mountain area. The dawn redwoods planted around the reservoir are spectacular in autumn. [Photo/visitgz.com]

The dawn redwoods planted around Huangpodong Reservoir reflect in the shimmering water. [Photo/visitgz.com]