The golden ginkgo trees create a different feel at Taiqing Palace, the oldest and largest Taoist temple on Laoshan Mountain in Qingdao. [Photo/qingdaonews.com]

Ancient ginkgo trees at Taiqing Palace are at their golden best in early winter. [Photo/qingdaonews.com]

An aerial photo shows a mosaic of yellow, orange and red leaves at Laoshan Mountain in Qingdao, Shandong province. [Photo/qingdaonews.com]

Fallen leaves pile up at Taiqing Palace. [Photo/qingdaonews.com.cn]

The enchanting early winter scenery at Taiqing Palace attracts many visitors and photographers. [Photo/qingdaonews.com]

Early winter is the best time to appreciate the golden ginkgo trees at Taiqing Palace. [Photo/qingdaonews.com.cn]