Axilixi Jiucaiping | Guizhou "Heavenly Flower Sea"

Axilixi Jiucaiping is located in Hezhang County, Bijie City, Guizhou. Its main peak is 2777 meters above sea level, making it the world's largest contiguous wild leek growth belt, known as the "Oriental Provence." Every year from late August to late September, hundreds of thousands of acres of wild leek flowers bloom in competition, and the purple sea of flowers sweeps across the mountains like waves, forming a stunning picture with blue sky, white clouds, and white windmills. This is not only a paradise for photography enthusiasts but also an excellent destination for summer retreats, hiking, and cultural experiences. Address: Xingfa Miao, Yi, and Hui Ethnic Township, Hezhang County, Bijie City (Navigate to Axilixi Jiucaiping) Free parking Admission: 45 RMB; East Gate sightseeing shuttle round trip 50 RMB; Cable car round trip 80 RMB; From the West Gate entrance to Caishi Road, you can take a small train (one-way 10 RMB). Opening Hours: 09:00—17:30 (Last entry at 17:00) Recommended Visiting Time: 2-4 hours Photography Tips: Best shooting times: 9-11 AM (morning mist hasn't dispersed, the sea of flowers is shrouded in mist, like a fairyland), 4-6 PM (sunset sprinkles over the sea of flowers, purple blossoms shimmer with golden light, perfect for stunning backlit silhouettes), avoid strong midday light (prone to overexposure) ~ Photo spots: Wooden boardwalk in the sea of flowers (walk in the middle of the boardwalk, have a friend shoot from the side to capture the dynamic beauty of flowers swaying in the wind); Cloud Viewing Platform (stand by the railing, with the panoramic sea of flowers as the background, take full-body shots; bright clothes will make you stand out more); Xiaojiucaiping Stone Forest (stand by the stone forest, shoot "person + stone forest + distant mountains" to highlight the grandeur of the high mountains); Outfit suggestions: Wear light-colored clothes such as white, light pink, or light blue (to contrast with the purple sea of flowers), paired with a straw hat and a light-colored silk scarf, which looks ethereal when the wind blows; wear comfortable sports shoes (you'll need to climb stairs to the viewing platform) ~