National Library

Best time to appreciate:Late October to mid-November

Recommendation index:★ ★ ★ ★

Recommended reason:Few people know that today’s National Library was once a Huguo Temple during the Yuan Dynasty (1271-1368). There are two, seven-century-old Ginkgo trees towering in the library, which seem to resemble a couple witnessing the ups and downs of history.

Transportation:Take Subway Line 4 or Bus 105, 106, 323, 717, get off at National Library station.

Tip:The National Library is open from 9 am to 9 pm on weekdays and from 9 am to 5 pm on weekends. Even during holidays, it is still open to the public.