Luoping Canola Flower Ocean

After driving through Luoping, I had heard about the fame of the rapeseed flowers here, but I was still shocked when I saw them in reality. Almost the entire county is surrounded by rapeseed flowers. Just walk into any village, and you'll find undulating seas of rapeseed flowers. Personally, I feel there's no need to spend money on a ticket to see the rapeseed flowers. 👉 Of course, that Rapeseed Flower World (the one that charges money) has a little train, which children should like, so families with kids might want to check it out! 👉 If you don't want to spend money, trust me, just wander into any village, and you'll find vast expanses of flowers. Moreover, the further you go into the suburbs, the more beautiful the flower seas become. The most beautiful and spectacular sea of flowers I saw that day was on the national highway on our self-drive trip to Kunming (just as we were leaving Luoping), in a very natural and simple little mountain village, with large swathes of rapeseed flowers layered upon each other, almost without tourists. Stop the car by the roadside and enjoy its natural bloom! (Pictures 2, 3, 4) 🏠 Accommodation: The prices for homestays here range from 110-200, not including breakfast. Many of them offer views of the rapeseed flowers right from the window or balcony, or are just a short distance from the sea of flowers. The facilities are also well-maintained, clean, and hygienic. 🗒tips: 1. It is recommended to wear white, red, or other strongly contrasting colors for photography. 2. It is suggested to rent a bicycle or electric scooter to slowly enjoy the leisurely beauty of the rapeseed flowers. 3. If driving, most of the roads are two-lane, but sometimes they narrow when passing through villages, which can be a test of driving skills! 4. The flowering period is from the end of February to the beginning of April (the most beautiful time is definitely from the beginning to the middle of March)

Attraction Recommendations: Dongfengyun Art Town, Mile: This is a place full of artistic atmosphere, known for its unique architectural style and beautiful sea of flowers. The bottle-shaped buildings are creative and romantic, making you feel like you're in a fantastic art world. The sea of flowers is picturesque all year round, with vibrant colors, making it a perfect spot for photos. Mile, Honghe Luoping Rapeseed Flower Fields: Every February to March, the fields of Luoping are covered with golden rapeseed flowers, forming an endless golden ocean. The unique terrain of Niujie Luosi Field gives the rapeseed flower fields a distinctive curvilinear beauty. The Jiulong Waterfall Group looks even more magnificent against the backdrop of the rapeseed flowers. Luoping, Qujing Bamei: A village that resembles a paradise. You have to pass through a dark karst cave to enter, where you will find crisscrossing paths, the sounds of chickens and dogs, and the Zhuang people living a peaceful rural life. Bamei Paradise Scenic Area Puzhehei: The karst landscape creates unique mountain and water scenery here. In summer, lotus leaves and flowers bloom, and you can paddle a small boat on the lake, having endless fun with water fights. The sunrise view from Qinglong Mountain is mesmerizing, offering a panoramic view of Puzhehei. Puzhehei Scenic Area Yuanyang Terraces: The wisdom of the Hani people is embodied in these terraces. Viewed from the mountain top, the layers of terraces look like the fingerprints of the earth, displaying colorful hues under different lighting. The sunrise at Duoyishu and the sunset at Bada are particularly stunning. Jianshui Ancient Town: This ancient town has preserved many historical buildings, such as Chaoyang Tower and Zhu Family Garden. Taking a leisurely ride on the small train through fields and ancient villages offers a unique charm. Jianshui tofu is also famous and not to be missed. Jianshui, Honghe Fuxian Lake: The lake's water is crystal clear, and the scenery is breathtaking. The fine sand of Moon Bay Beach and the unique colors of Red Sand Beach leave a deep impression. Fuxian Lake, Yuxi Food Recommendations: Mile: • Mile Braised Chicken: Made with local free-range chickens, the braised chicken is crispy on the outside, tender on the inside, and full of aroma. • Wine: Mile is a famous wine-producing area, and the local wine has a rich taste. Luoping: • Rapeseed Flower Cake: Made with rapeseed flowers, the cake has a floral fragrance. • Full Pot Soup: A soup made mainly with the offal of pigs, cows, and sheep, it is fresh and delicious. Bamei: • Bamei Chicken: A specialty of the Zhuang people, the chicken is tender and the broth is rich. Puzhehei: • Lotus Leaf Fried Eggs: The fragrance of lotus leaves blends with the eggs, creating a unique flavor. • Black Medicine Chicken Soup: Made with a local medicinal herb, the chicken soup is nutritious and delicious. Yuanyang: • Red Rice Noodles: Smooth in texture, served with special seasonings, very tasty. • Hani Fermented Soybeans: Rich in flavor, perfect as a side dish. Jianshui: • Jianshui Grilled Tofu: Crispy on the outside, tender on the inside, served with a special dipping sauce. • Steamed Chicken: Steamed with steam, the chicken is tender and the broth is delicious. Fuxian Lake: • Kanglang Fish: The fish is tender and delicious, but due to its rarity, it is expensive. • Copper Pot Potato Rice: The fragrant potatoes and rice blend perfectly. Travel Seasons: • The best time to view the Luoping rapeseed flower fields is from February to mid-March each year. • The best time to view the Yuanyang terraces is from November to April, with the water-filled terraces looking like mirrors in January and February, and the green terraces during rice planting in March and April. • The best time to visit Puzhehei is in summer, from June to August, when you can participate in water activities like water fights.

In the early spring, 1 million mu of rapeseed flowers bloom in Luoping, Yunnan, spreading over fields and mountains, a vast expanse of golden yellow. It is one of the 31 rapeseed production base counties in the country and enjoys the reputation of 'Eastern Yunnan Oil Depot'. How do the golden rapeseed flowers turn into the vegetable oil on our dining tables? Let's wander through the sea of rapeseed flowers! Luoping County's sea of rapeseed flowers is the county's most proud 'business card'. The rapeseed fields in Luoping are vast, with an annual production of nearly 30 million kilograms of rapeseed, making it the largest rapeseed production base in Yunnan Province and one of the 31 production bases in the country.

Why bother going to Luoping to see the rapeseed flowers when they are everywhere in the countryside during spring? I used to think this way too. After repeated invitations from my best friend in Kunming, 'You'll know once you see it,' she said, 'the rapeseed fields in Luoping are different!' In the bright and beautiful March, the three of us best friends finally gathered in Kunming and drove three hours to Luoping. We checked into the Luoping Xintiandi Hotel that day because it has triple rooms, which are most suitable for us. After lunch and a short rest, the three of us drove to see the flowers. It was the peak blooming period for Luoping's rapeseed flower sea, and there were many visitors. Long queues formed at the entrance of the scenic area to take the sightseeing bus or the small train. We chose the sightseeing bus, which was convenient for getting off at any time. Retirees have a half-price discount, and those who are 65 years old can visit for free. I must say, the rapeseed flowers here are different. As far as the eye can see, millions of acres of rapeseed flowers are blooming competitively, quite spectacular. When the wind blew, the rapeseed fields made a 'whooshing' sound, and the waves of flowers undulated, exuding a vigorous and upward vitality, which was extremely wonderful. The queue to see the panoramic view from the Jinji Peak viewing platform was very long, so we gave up the chance to take the most beautiful photos. The scenic area was picturesque everywhere, and the three retired friends had a great time playing in the flower sea. Walking along the path, smelling the fragrance of flowers, sitting beside the rapeseed flowers waiting for the sunset, that afternoon, we were healed by the rapeseed flowers of Luoping. When the sun set, the orange-red sunlight sprinkled down, adding a warm color to the golden rapeseed flowers, indescribably beautiful. We sat there, watching the sunset over the distant mountains slowly sink, and at that moment, my heart was at peace, and my eyes were filled only with this beauty. This is a gift from nature, treasured in our hearts. The next day, we didn't go to the paid scenic spots again, but wandered around as we pleased. The countryside of Luoping in spring was full of beautiful scenery, and the photos we took were also very pretty.

🌸 As spring returns to the earth, all things revive. The rapeseed flower fields of Luoping are undoubtedly the most dazzling light of this season. 🌼🌼🌼 Secrets of the Blooming Season The period from mid-February to late March is when the rapeseed flowers bloom most passionately. 🌼🌼👀 Searching for the Best Viewing Spots 🐔 The Golden Rooster Hill cluster, a painting interwoven with gold and emerald. 🔩 The Screw Fields, a unique spiral sea of flowers that is a feast for the eyes. 🧘‍♂ Want to avoid the crowds? Try these lesser-known secret spots: 1⃣ The Hundred Thousand Mountains, with undulating hills and a tide of flowers. 2⃣ The Majie Terraces, layered upon each other, picturesque as a poem. 3⃣ The Lazuang Flower Sea, tranquil and beautiful. 4⃣ The Wanzi Reservoir Flower Sea, where the water is glistening and the flower shadows sway. One-click navigation to easily reach these hidden beauties. 🌼🌼👚👕 Dressing Tips Choose light-colored, simple clothes to perfectly blend with the freshness of the rapeseed flowers. ⚠ Tip: White clothing is prone to pollen stains, so choose carefully. 🌼🌼☁ Weather Strategy Clear weather is the best time to photograph rapeseed flowers. Check the weather forecast in advance and plan your trip accordingly. ⚠ Do not neglect sun protection: sunscreen, hats, you can't miss any of them. 🌼🌼📷 Photography Golden Hours Sunrise and sunset, the magical moments of light and shadow in the sea of rapeseed flowers. 🌞 Sunrise: From 7:00-7:30 in the morning, when the first rays of the sun touch the sea of flowers, turning it into gold. 🌄 Sunset: After 17:30 in the evening, the afterglow of the sunset makes the fields look like fire. 🎉🎉 May you enjoy the feast of flowers in the sea of rapeseed flowers in Luoping, take the most beautiful photos, and have the most wonderful mood!

Date: 2024.01.13-01.14 Venue: Qujing City Cultural and Sports Park Stadium It's the rhythm of announcing two concerts again! Qujing is located in the eastern part of Yunnan Province, at the headwaters of the Pearl River, at the junction of Yunnan, Guizhou, and Guangxi provinces, making it very suitable for tourism. After the concert, you can take the opportunity to go sightseeing! Let's experience the great beauty of Yunnan together. 1. Jiulong Waterfall Group The Jiulong Waterfall Group is located on the Jiulong River northeast of Luoping County. A 'silver dragon' winds through the mountains, and over a 4-kilometer stretch of river, the drop exceeds one hundred meters. Here you can enjoy the natural scenery and feel the magnificence of the waterfalls. In the scenic area, you can hear the roaring sound of the waterfall water from a distance, and as you slowly approach, the sound gets louder, and then you can see the majestic waterfall. The entire scenic area is connected by multiple waterfalls, each with its own characteristics, and you can overlook the spectacular scenery from high places. 2. Luoping Rapeseed Flower Scenic Area Luoping County is located in the eastern part of Qujing City. Unlike the rugged terrain of other areas, Luoping has a bit of the charm of a water town. As a traditional agricultural county, the rapeseed flowers that have been planted here for generations attract a large number of domestic and international travel photography enthusiasts. During the flowering season, Luoping County is submerged in a sea of rapeseed flowers, with 800,000 mu of rapeseed flowers blooming competitively, which is quite spectacular. 3. Dahaicao Mountain Dahaicao Mountain has a gentle terrain, vast and boundless. Each season has its own beauty: in spring, the mountain flowers are blooming and fragrant; in summer, the green grass is lush, with herds of cattle and sheep; in autumn, the clouds are light and the sky is high, with green grass and clear water; in winter, the mountains are dressed in silver, with everything silver-carved and jade-built, integrating peaks, grass, water, light, flowers, clouds, snow, caves, and sentiments into a unique landscape, known as the 'New Zealand of Yunnan'.

📸 It's the time of the year when flowers bloom again, don't miss the good times in spring! Go and see the rapeseed flower sea all over the mountains and fields, and feel the brilliance of spring in the golden world! Yunnan, this region, has many mountains and lakes, from the cold zone to the subtropics, complex and diverse landscapes, constructed the reputation of the colorful clouds in the south. The earliest spring also starts here! Luoping rapeseed flower is one of the best, hundreds of thousands of acres of rapeseed flowers are distributed in the peak forest fields, when the flowers bloom, it is spectacular. It was recommended by China National Geographic as one of the 50 must-see spots in a lifetime! When most parts of the country are still experiencing a warm winter, flowers are already blooming here. 📍Luoping 1⃣Address: Luoping County, Qujing City, Yunnan 2⃣Public transportation: Kunming, Yunnan (accessible by train) or Qujing (by train or self-driving). Luoping Railway Station is 1.5 kilometers away from the county town, and you can take a 2 yuan/person tricycle to the county town after leaving the station. 3⃣Tickets: Jiulong tickets 60 yuan, sightseeing cable car 15 yuan, bamboo raft 10 yuan; Duoyi tickets 40 yuan, electric car 20 yuan, bamboo raft 10 yuan. ✅Luoping Rapeseed Flower Festival 1⃣Luoping Rapeseed Flower Festival Time: 1.20-4.08 2⃣Luoping Duoyi River: Adjacent to the Lubuge Three Gorges Scenic Area, 12 kilometers of river, dense beaches, with hundreds of water wheels. 3⃣Jiulong Waterfall Group Scenic Area: On the approximately 2 kilometers long river, there are 10 levels of waterfalls of different sizes and characteristics, accompanied by rapeseed flowers, a beautiful painting. ✅Play 📍Jinji Peak Cone-shaped small mountains are scattered, typical karst topography. Morning/evening, sunrise and sunset are the most beautiful. 📍Screw Field Concave/convex terraced spiral landscape, bright colors. Villages are dotted among the flower sea, and the rural scenery is unique. 📍Jiulong Waterfall One of the "China's Most Beautiful 6 Waterfalls" by National Geographic. ⭕️Travel Tips ✅Local honey, vegetable oil, batik, embroidery, and five-color rice in Luoping are quite distinctive. ✅Yunnan is located on the plateau, the ultraviolet rays are strong, do a good job of sun protection. ‼Tips: From Kunming to Luoping, walk along the southeast of Yunnan, don't walk back, along the way you can not only see the simple and unadorned rapeseed flowers, but also the earth sculpture - Dongchuan Red Land, during which is also the irrigation period of Yuanyang terraces, you can see the sea of clouds and morning fog, mirror-like blue terraces, and also encounter the city of delicious food on the tip of the tongue - Jianshui Ancient City, etc.

A ten-mile spring breeze, a visual feast of Luoping's million-acre rapeseed flower sea.|||Here, it has been praised by 'Global Geography' magazine as 'the most beautiful spring in the world' and certified by Guinness World Records as 'the world's largest natural garden'. When the spring breeze blows in late February each year, this land is delicately outlined by a golden brush. The million acres of rapeseed flowers resemble a yellow ocean, vast and magnificent, set against the green peaks and islands, forming a stunning natural scroll. The fragrance of the flowers is overflowing, refreshing the heart and spleen, this is the purest gift from nature to us. And here, it is also the first touch of gold brought by this spring, making people yearn and indulge in it. These places are less crowded and scenically beautiful, making them perfect for taking beautiful photos. With just a light tap, the navigation will guide you there with ease. Here, you can fully enjoy the masterpieces of nature and capture every beautiful moment with your lens.

Under the spring sunshine, a golden field of rapeseed flowers unfolds like a splendid oil painting before one's eyes. The delicate blossoms sway gently in the breeze, as if telling the tales of spring. At the edge of the rapeseed field, a meandering stream flows quietly, its clear surface reflecting the blue sky, white clouds, and the golden sea of flowers, creating a beautiful tapestry. This rapeseed field is located in Luoping County, Qujing City, Yunnan, and is one of the famous tourist attractions in the area. From mid-February to early April each year, the rapeseed flowers bloom in full glory, attracting countless visitors. The recommended viewing period is from early to mid-March, when the flowers are at their most beautiful. The ticket price is 30 yuan per person, and the sightseeing car costs 20 yuan per person. There are three modes of transportation available: self-driving, train, and bus. Recommended viewing spots include the Luoping Rapeseed Flower Sea, Jinji Peak, Majie, and Niujie Snail Fields. Standing amidst this golden sea of flowers, I am overwhelmed by the stunning beauty before me. The delicate blossoms sway gently in the breeze, as if beckoning to me. I stroll along the stream, basking in the essence of spring. The clear water reflects the blue sky, white clouds, and the golden sea of flowers, creating a beautiful tapestry.

The best viewing period is from late February to mid-to-late March. This trip to Yunnan started with a flight from Changsha to Kunming, then a car rental for a self-drive tour—viewing seagulls in Kunming—deep tour of Fuxian Lake—Mile hot spring trip. A total of 10 days, it was a spontaneous decision to go to Luoping, and I caught the full bloom! Kunming to Luoping—less than 3 hours by car ☀️Main venue of Luoping rapeseed flowers (from Picture 1 to Picture 8) Features: The area is quite large, boundless at a glance, with undulating terrain, offering the best experience. The main venue has a strong commercial atmosphere, which I directly passed on. You can navigate to Happy Children's World and enter from the right side of the main entrance, circling Happy Children's World counterclockwise! ☀️Jinji Peak Cluster (back door of Laojian Mountain—from Picture 9 to Picture 12) Features: The rapeseed flowers are closer to the mountains, and they look better at sunrise and sunset. Since I arrived late, I did not enter the scenic area! (ps: The scenic area requires a ticket purchase, and there are paid small trains and sightseeing cars available inside, or you can walk. It takes half an hour to climb the Laojian Mountain plank road to watch the sunset, and it's recommended to consider taking a car if you're not physically strong) I navigated to the back door of Laojian Mountain (continue along Huahai Avenue past the entrance of the scenic area and turn right after one to two kilometers), where the flowers bloom earlier and more abundantly than in the scenic area, and the drone's perspective is the same as the scenery of Laojian Mountain. ☀️Niu Street Screw Fields (from Picture 13 to Picture 14) Features: Looking down from above, it appears as a spiraling screw shape. Personally, I find it average, perhaps because it's similar to the drone's perspective. It's right by the roadside on a higher ground, with several viewing platforms. The flowers here bloom later, so you can take a look and then head inside to Magu Village Yunshang Huayi ☀️Magu Village Yunshang Huayi Features: A perfect combination of rapeseed flowers and terraced fields, a photography hotspot. Suggestions: The Yunshang Huayi viewing platform is near the village department of Magu Village. The scenery seems average, but when flying a drone, I discovered a stunning place, which is a right turn at a junction 2 kilometers away from the village department

Luoping rapeseed flowers are located in Luoping County, Qujing City, Yunnan Province, a beautiful and spectacular man-made landscape. Rapeseed, a common crop, has formed the largest and most beautiful rapeseed sea in the world after decades of uninterrupted planting in a little-known small city, and has been awarded the title of "the largest natural garden in the world", and has been rated as "the first batch of national agricultural tourism demonstration points", "the most beautiful peak forest in China" and so on

After the holiday full of spring, I set off from Zhejiang by car, chasing the footsteps of spring all the way, and finally found the sea of flowers in my heart in Luoping, Yunnan.🌼🚗💨 Luoping, a place honored by the Guinness Records as "the world's largest natural garden", is simply breathtaking from an aerial view!🌸✈️ However, there is always a gap between wishes and reality, and the continuous overcast, rainy, and hazy weather almost prevented me from capturing the ideal photos this week. We stayed here for three days and only caught half a day of clear weather, so I remind friends who plan to go to pay attention to the weather forecast!🌧️📅 Nevertheless, I still want to share the complete travel guide of this trip, hoping it will be helpful to friends who plan to visit the rapeseed flower sea in Luoping!📝✨ Recommended Shooting Spots **Niujie Luoshitian & Jinji Peak Cluster**: - This is an excellent spot for portrait photography and capturing sunrise and sunset. The morning mist covers the rapeseed fields like a light veil, resembling a paradise.🌄👫 - Shooting locations: Viewing platform and trails, very suitable for portrait photography. - Ticket price: 30 yuan per person for the viewing platform. **Jiulong Waterfall Group**: - As one of "China's Top Ten Waterfalls", the surrounding sea of rapeseed flowers adds to its beauty. Enter from the west gate and exit from the east gate, the whole way is downhill, very suitable for photography. - Shooting locations: After taking the cable car up the mountain, there are viewing platforms to overlook the waterfalls and the distant sea of flowers, and it's even more perfect if you have a drone. - Ticket price: 65 yuan per person, one-way cable car 25 yuan, bamboo raft 25 yuan. **Majie Cloud Ladder**: - The spectacular terraced rapeseed flowers, nestled against the mountains and waters, have few visitors due to inconvenient transportation, offering a sense of undisturbed purity. - Shooting locations: Aerial photography of the terraces, walking on the trails. - Ticket price: None. **Main Venue Area of the Rapeseed Flower Festival**: - The terrain is open, surrounded by farmland, and the central "horseshoe-shaped" main venue is unique, with an endless sea of rapeseed flowers behind it. - Ticket price: None. **Lazhuang Village**: - A less popular spot for viewing rapeseed flowers, surrounded by the Jiulong River, backed by Xiangshan, with few tourists, the sea of flowers is dense among the green mountains and blue waters, like a fairyland on earth. - Ticket price: None. Transportation Tips Luoping County currently has no airport and no high-speed rail connection (only regular trains), so self-driving or chartered car is the most convenient way.🚗 There are also bus options from Kunming, about 3.5 hours and 69 yuan from the South Bus Station; about 3.5 hours and 48 yuan from the East Bus Station. I hope my sharing can bring you a touch of spring warmth and travel inspiration, the rapeseed flower sea in Luoping,