QINGDAO in early winter is particularly attractive with colorful leaves and flowers blanketing the city.

Giant gingkoes wear green and yellow leaves along Juyongguan Road while maples along Hanguguan Road are waving in yellow and red.

Many newly-weds visit the area for wedding photos, ensuring a happy atmosphere.

At Zhongshan Park, more than 200,000 pots of chrysanthemums turn the park into a sea of color.

In recent years, Qingdao has introduced 10 varieties of plants which change color along with the seasons. (Jane Lai)