A window into my Seoul: Streets lined with gold

 Right now, at this moment, throughout Seoul, the streets are lined with gold – ginkgo gold. Autumn is on its way out, brief it may have been. But its gracefully departing, leaving the streets full of gold.

by Cate

Ginkgo trees are common throughout South Korea. Emerald green in summer, their pungent smelling fruits drop early autumn, and golden leaves glow during late autumn. It’s a romantic setting, even fun for the children playing in the fallen leaves.

But it’s particularly attractive to the photographer:

by Cate

If you thought for a moment that Seoul only consisted of grey concrete, smog and dullness – guess again. The magic of autumn transforms this city into a pot of golden hues.

by Cate

I know winter is on its way once these trees take colour. But for now, until the last leaves drop, Seoul is a gorgeous city to be visiting.

Caffeinated Traveller