Catching the sweet scent of autumn in Anhui

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Osmanthus - a flower long cherished across East Asia for its fragrance and cultural meaning. /CGTN

A tree-lined path in Anhui, framed by blooming osmanthus on both sides. /CGTN

A close-up view of small, fragrant osmanthus blossoms in peak bloom. /CGTN

A cyclist rides along an osmanthus-lined path. /CGTN

Autumn in eastern China’s Anhui Province comes with a very specific signature fragrance: the sweet, lingering aroma of blooming osmanthus.

From mid-September through late October, osmanthus trees reach their peak bloom across the region. Unlike rare flowers tucked away in remote botanical gardens, osmanthus is woven into Anhui's everyday cityscape. The trees line neighborhood streets, shade public parks, and frame historic alleys.

For locals, it is a seasonal tradition to take autumn walks, jog through fallen blossoms, or simply pause under a golden canopy to catch the sweet autumn breeze.

If you're into rich floral scents and cool, crisp air, autumn is the best time to visit Anhui - the osmanthus seems to follow you down almost every street.

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