No wonder National Geographic calls it a must-see! 🌾

The Longji Rice Terraces are made up of three villages👇 ① Jinkeng Hongyao Terraces (Dazhai) ② Ping'an Zhuang Terraces ③ Guzhuang Terraces 🛣 Plan your route in advance to make the most of your trip! 🎟 Ticket Price: ¥80 for all three villages, shuttle buses available or hike between them. ✨ Jinkeng Dazhai: 🌈 Highlights: Large area, wide views, perfect for a day trip! 📍 Viewpoints: ① Xishan Shaole: Get up close to the terraces, best for sunrise 🌅. ② Thousand Layers Ladder: Stunning golden layers of terraces cascading down the hills. ③ Golden Buddha Peak: The highest point for a breathtaking panoramic view and sunset 🌇. ✅ Tips: Drive carefully or hire a local to reach two of the viewpoints. Shuttle bus available for ¥30 (hop on/off), hiking takes about 3 hours. Walk 30 minutes between Xishan Shaole and Thousand Layers Ladder. Take the cable car to Golden Buddha Peak 🚠. ✨ Ping'an Zhuang Terraces: 🌈 Highlights: Photogenic and artistic! 📍 Viewpoints: ① Nine Dragons and Five Tigers: Offers a stunning 3D effect of the terraces. ② Seven Stars with Moon: Surrounded by great homestays, ideal for sunrise views 🌄. ✅ Tips: Shuttle bus to Nine Dragons and Five Tigers: ¥30 (one way), ¥50 (round trip). Hike from Nine Dragons to Seven Stars, perfect for snapping pics 📸. Walk down from Seven Stars (30 min) or backtrack to catch the shuttle. ✨ Guzhuang Terraces: 🌈 Highlights: Quiet, less touristy, great for a relaxing stay. 📍 Viewpoint: Shangzhai Viewpoint: Spacious terraces, ideal for sunrise, and a peaceful atmosphere. ✅ Tips: Guzhuang is the first to reach maturity 🌾. Hike 1 hour to Shangzhai Viewpoint or take the shuttle bus 🚍 for ¥20. #longjiterraces #riceterraces #chinatravel #naturelovers #travelguide