Watching the sunrise at Yuanyang Rice Terraces

I stayed overnight at Duoyishu in Yuanyang County, Honghe, planning to watch the sunrise at seven o'clock. Unfortunately, a heavy fog set in, shrouding everything in a grey haze, and it seemed unlikely that I would see the sunrise. Holding onto a sliver of hope, I got up early and parked 500 meters ahead on the roadside, then hiked to the viewing platform. This strategy paid off, as the narrow village road was jam-packed with cars, and the cacophony of voices and horns was incessant. Even the roadside chickens were disturbed, flying up to the branches to escape. The official viewing platform required a 70-yuan ticket for entry and was crowded with people three layers deep. Next to it was a private house with an even better spot for watching the sunrise, charging 10 yuan per person on the rooftop. I went up early to secure a prime spot and sat on a small stool waiting for the fog to clear. Unfortunately, luck was not on my side, and I missed the magnificent sight of the sunrise casting golden light over the terraces. On the way back, I bought some roasted potatoes to eat. The people of Yunnan really love their dipping sauces, with different foods accompanied by different sauces, even roasted potatoes come with a special one, and it tasted quite good. The owner of the guesthouse took us on a back path to the upper village of Duoyishu to see the terraces. His family lives in this old village. Along the way, he greeted acquaintances, and villagers were already at work in the fields, clearing duckweed from the water. The viewing platform at the end of the small path offered an excellent vantage point without any disturbances. Looking out, I saw endless, rolling hills of terraces cultivated by the Hani people over dozens of generations, a monumental and spectacular masterpiece. Leaving the village and heading towards the highway, I saw many beautiful terraces along the way. Everywhere I looked was a scene to behold, absolutely breathtaking!