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DEREK MATTHEWSUnited States

A severely underestimated ancient terraced village in Zhejiang accessible by high-speed rail~

Just returned from Yunhe Terraces in Lishui, Zhejiang. Truly breathtaking and spectacular! If you don’t have time to travel far to Guizhou, come here instead—guaranteed beauty~ Sunrise, sea of clouds, terraced fields, ancient villages… Like a natural and rustic landscape painting! Here’s a travel guide with 8️⃣ must-know tips before you go: 1️⃣ Transportation: Take the high-speed rail to "Lishui Station," where direct buses to the scenic area cost 30 RMB per person. If driving, it’s a 4-hour trip from Hangzhou. 2️⃣ Ticket + round-trip cable car: 240 RMB💰 3️⃣ The scenic area has two cable car sections: "Visitor Center → Jiuyun Yunhuan" and "Jiuyun Yunhuan → Baiyin Valley." If driving, you can go directly from the Visitor Center to Jiuyun Yunhuan for convenient sunrise viewing. 4️⃣ Route: Guanyun Cable Car → Jiuyun Yunhuan → Baiyin Valley → Cloud Café → Qixingdun → Wujian Waterfall → Kenggen Stone Village 5️⃣ Weather tips: To see the sea of clouds, it’s best if it rains the day before and clears up the next day! Recent sunrise time: 5:20 AM—arrive at Jiuyun Yunhuan by 4:50 AM. 6️⃣ Must-visit spots: 🍃 Jiuyun Yunhuan Viewing Platform: The perfect spot for sunrise and sea of clouds, offering a panoramic view of the terraces. Morning mist lingers over the mountains, reflecting on the terraces like a mirror of the sky—absolutely picturesque! 🍃 Hesheng Yunjian: A small path leads down into the terraces, perfect for photos. 🍃 Qixingdun: Reachable by Guanyun Cable Car, with stunning views of distant mountains and terraces. 🍃 Kenggen Stone Village: A well-preserved ancient mountain village with rustic charm. 🍃 Wujian Waterfall: A cascading mountain stream, ideal for a light hike with cool breezes along the way. 7️⃣ Accommodation: "Straw Meets Blocks Hotel" is right next to the Visitor Center, with designs and layouts perfect for family stays. Many nearby homestays are also available. 8️⃣ Bring mosquito repellent to avoid bites. The terraced paths have many stone steps, so wear comfortable sneakers for easier exploration.
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Posted: Jul 21, 2025
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