12 Stunning Before And After Pictures Of Glorious Autumn Leaves

Because it happens so gradually, seeing the leaves change from bright green to striking hues of red, orange and yellow can often go unnoticed. These beautiful photos showcase the transformation of summer to fall for your delectation. Enjoy!

#1. The Tu Hwnt I’r Bont Tearoom in Llanrwst, North Wales, looks simply magical toward the end of October

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#2. In New York, the Gapstow Bridge changes from grass green to deep crimson red during the fall

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#3. This Japanese maple doesn’t even look real!

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#4. Why bother with painting your house when nature will do it for you?

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#5. Watch this gorgeous greenery change to rich reds and browns

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#6. “Poet’s Walk” in Central Park, New York, certainly lives up to its name with its inspiring scenic walkway

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#7. Hitachi Seaside Park in Japan goes from lovely tufts of green to endless red pompom balls in the fall

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#8. This train in Scotland traverses through stunning green trees in the spring and summer months and then winds its way through the warm hues of autumn on the same track

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#9. This lake island in Poland looks more like mouldy bread than an island in the autumn months

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#10. This striking transformation in Capitol Creek Valley looks like acres upon acres of pollen

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#11. Kilchurn Castle in Scotland looks even more isolated and abandoned when the rusty reds of autumn take over is surrounding scenery

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#12. Grand Island East Channel Light House in Michigan explodes with fiery foliage

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Life passes us by so quickly that it’s hard to make time to stop and take it all in. But the rewards of doing so are great.