Lishui Yunhe · Yunhe Terraced Fields

👍🏻Why We Recommend: The largest terraced fields in East China are truly impressive! Yunhe Terraced Fields have over 1,000 years of history, with more than 700 layers cascading from 200 meters to over 1,200 meters above sea level, spanning mountains, hills, and valleys. No matter which season you visit, you'll be amazed by the mirror-like reflections when the terraces are filled with water, the golden waves of grain during harvest, or the "sky mirror" effect when surrounded by clouds and mist. Every photo you take will be social media-worthy! The scenic area also features bamboo forests, waterfalls, and ancient villages—photography enthusiasts could easily spend three days here and still want more! 🗺Attraction Introduction: Located in Chongtou Town, Yunhe County, Lishui, Zhejiang Province. The She ethnic minority began cultivating these terraces during the Tang Dynasty, and the terraces expanded when miners flooded in during the Ming Dynasty. The core area is in Meiyuan Village. Besides the terraced fields, you must catch the "Nine Curved Cloud Ring" sunrise—when the sea of clouds surges, the terraces look like steps floating in the clouds. The old teahouse and silver mine ruins in Kenggen Stone Village are also fascinating, with century-old stone houses full of history. 🚗Transportation: Driving is the most convenient option—navigate directly to "Yunhe Terraced Fields parking lot" where parking fees are reasonable. If taking the high-speed train to Lishui Station, you'll find direct shuttle buses to the scenic area (check schedules in advance). If you don't want to wait, renting a car is more flexible with about a 1-hour drive, offering mountain views along the way. 🗺Recommended Routes: ▪️One-Day Express Tour: Get a map at the visitor center → Wake up early for the "Nine Curved Cloud Ring" sunrise and sea of clouds (bring a jacket, mornings are cold) → Visit "Cloud Coffee" for coffee in their glass house → Take the Guanyun cable car up to "Seven Star Mound" for panoramic views → Explore Kenggen Stone Village in the afternoon, enjoy mountain tea at the old teahouse, and experience rural nightlife at the Niuquan Bar. ▪️Two-Day In-Depth Tour: Day 1: Check into a guesthouse in the scenic area, visit the "World Terraced Fields Museum" in the afternoon to learn more, make a small woodcraft souvenir, and watch the evening smoke rise from Kenggen Stone Village. Day 2: After watching the sunrise, walk along the terraced paths to get close to the rice fields (be careful of slippery mud paths) → Try the "Cloud Swing" for some thrilling fun → Enjoy a terraced field-shaped creative ice cream → Hang a wish card at the temple → Finish with a farm-to-table meal at "Terraced Field Eight Bowls," where bamboo shoots with preserved meat and free-range chicken soup are recommended! 🍱Food Recommendations: You must try the local mountain delicacies! "Terraced Field Eight Bowls" in Kenggen Stone Village is a must, featuring bamboo shoots, river snails, and free-range pork sourced directly from the mountains. The grilled rice cakes dipped in brown sugar at the old teahouse are amazing, especially paired with freshly fried cloud tea. In town, you can also find rice cakes, tofu niang (yellow bean paste dishes), and preserved vegetable pancakes from street vendors that make for a delightful snack while walking. 💰Costs: Admission is 80 yuan per person, with half-price tickets for students and seniors over 60. Children under 1.2 meters and seniors over 70 get in free! Cable car rides cost 50 yuan one-way or 80 yuan round-trip. If you're physically fit, you can take the hiking trail up the mountain. Package deals offer better value. Guesthouses typically include breakfast, and regular meals cost about 50-80 yuan per person for a satisfying meal. 📌Other Tips: 1. Check the weather forecast before planning to photograph the sunrise—the sea of clouds is most likely to appear after rain clears! 2. The terraced fields have many steps, so wear non-slip athletic shoes and hold children's hands carefully. 3. Mosquitoes are abundant in summer, so bring repellent; in autumn and winter, prepare a light jacket for the significant temperature differences between morning and evening. 4. There are many guesthouses in the scenic area—we recommend "Cloud Guesthouse" where you can open your window to terraced field views, and some even include shuttle services!