This weekend, my family and I visited Moganshan to enjoy the autumn scenery, coinciding with the peak season for the red maple leaves. Our accommodation, the Manting Garden Villa, was conveniently located, just minutes from the Baiyun Mountain Villa parking lot. It was also easily accessible from various attractions.
The Jingyi Villa, formerly the residence of Kuomintang elder Zhang Jingjiang, boasts expansive views and stunning scenery. Next to the villa stands the renowned "King of Red Maple Trees," its fiery red leaves a vibrant and eye-catching sight. From the hotel, facing Naked Castle, the view is unobstructed, offering a panoramic vista of the mountains.
We were incredibly lucky to witness the sunrise from the villa's large terrace. The mountain air was exceptionally tranquil in the early morning, free from the noise of tourists—a major advantage of choosing a mountaintop villa.
While the villa showed some signs of age, the interior was fully equipped and impeccably clean. The auntie in charge of the catering was excellent; we ordered her set meals, which were generously portioned and delicious. I especially recommend the local chicken soup and the braised pork with dried bamboo shoots.
Our butler, Xiao Li, provided attentive and considerate service, patiently answering all our questions throughout the trip. Upon learning that one of our group members was over eighty years old, he specifically reminded us to bring hiking poles. When we arrived, he even personally went to the station to greet us and help with our luggage.
Overall, it was a very pleasant and unforgettable autumn trip.
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