Sights in LuoPing

Twelve kilometers northeast of Luoping County along National Highway 324, you'll find a cluster of countless cone-shaped hills, neatly arranged across a valley. This is the Jinji Peak Cluster. In winter and spring, hundreds of thousands of acres of rapeseed flowers bloom across the valley, forming a sea of ​​golden color. In the spring breeze, the golden blossoms ripple, swaying here and there. The sunlight intensifies the vibrant colors, creating a dazzling golden scene.

Niujie is located north of the county seat. This area is called Jiulong Town, but locals still call it by its old name, Niujie. The rapeseed fields here are completely different from those at Jinji Peak. While Jinji Peak offers a grand and majestic feel, the fields here are smaller and more delicate. The terraced fields follow the slopes of the mountain, forming circles like snails, earning them the nickname "Snail Fields."

The Shiwandashan Mountains, encompassing Jinji, Lugou, southeast of the county seat, and Dashuijing, are located in the karst region of eastern Yunnan. Peaks are widely distributed, ranging from tower-shaped, conical, and perfectly round, standing tens to over a hundred meters tall. From a distance, the peaks appear densely clustered, towering, and majestic. Spanning over 200 square kilometers, the Shiwandashan Mountains vividly display their magnificent forms through the collective power of the mass.

After the Lubuge Hydropower Station began storing water and generating electricity, the once deep and mysterious canyon was transformed into a 19.8-kilometer-long artificial lake. The canyon's widest point is over 500 meters, while its narrowest is just over 30 meters. Lubuge is the Chinese pronunciation of the Buyi language. Lu means ethnic group, Bu means picturesque scenery, and Ge means village. Together, they represent the picturesque Buyi village. The entire gorge is a scene of clashing cliffs and towering peaks, creating a magnificent spectacle. The scenic area blends gorges, lakes, waterfalls, and Buyi culture. Key attractions include Xiongshi Gorge, Diling Gorge, Shuangxiang Gorge, Huangge Fangrong, and Feilong Waterfall.

The Jiulong Waterfalls, hailed as "China's most beautiful waterfalls," feature attractions such as Shenlong Waterfall, Shilong Wandering Waterfall, Qingren Waterfall, and Baixu Waterfall. Along the approximately 2 km long river, diverse topographical features create ten cascades of varying sizes and shapes, some majestic and some beautiful. Every year on the second day of the second lunar month, young people from various ethnic groups, including the Buyi, Yi, Shui, and Zhuang, from Yunnan and Guizhou, and from within a hundred miles of the neighboring regions, gather at the waterfalls in their finest attire to celebrate the Antiphonal Singing Festival. They perform traditional wild-haired dances, stilt dances, and bashi dances, carry traditional lanterns, and sing songs to choose their partners. The crowds are bustling and lively.

The Duoyi River Scenic Area, stretching from Duoyi Village to Sanjiangkou, known as the "Three Provinces of Chicken Crowing," boasts nearly 40 waterfalls along its 12-kilometer-long riverbed. Ancient trees and bamboo groves line the banks, along with Buyi villages, creating a vibrant scene with distinct layers of color. On the "Ten Beaches at One Glance" stretch, countless travertine floodplains cascade in a staggered, natural formation. Stilt houses nestle among the trees and bamboo forests on both sides, creating a truly tropical scene. Every year on the third day of the third lunar month, young Buyi men and women in their finest attire gather along the riverbank for bamboo raft races, egg-wrapped buns, water-splashing frolics, and courtship songs, creating a lively atmosphere.

Baila Mountain's "Lashan Jade Belt" is one of Luoping's ten ancient scenic spots, and mountaineering activities are held here every October. Towering into the clouds, Baila Mountain is a breathtaking sight. On clear days, a ribbon of white mist lingers on the mountainside, creating a breathtaking sight. This is how the name "Lashan Jade Belt" came to be. The mountain boasts scenic spots such as Lashan Lake, Jade Belt Lake, and Yuanyang Island. The mountains are lush with bamboo forests, and the lake waters are crystal clear, creating a picturesque scene.

Taiye Lake Park consists of four major sections: the main entrance square, Lashan Fairy Square, the lake island, and the children's playground. With its unique design and distinct layers of garden art, the park is an ideal place for leisure and entertainment.

The Luliang Colorful Sand Forest is a scenic spot characterized by naturally formed sand pillars and peaks. The entire forest forms a "Y" shape, with a primary color palette of yellow, white, red, and gray. In addition to admiring the world's rare colorful sand forest scenery, visitors can also see relief sculptures depicting the ancient Cuan culture, play with sand sculptures, and enjoy local folk performances. The area has also been chosen by numerous film and television studios as a filming location, including for productions such as "Romance of the Three Kingdoms" and "Ancestors of Yan and Huang."

Huize boasts a long history. One of the four earliest prefectures established in Yunnan, it was renowned for its abundant copper and lead production. During the Qing Dynasty, copper mining and smelting further developed, making it a coinage center in southwest China. This development also fostered Huize's unique guild hall culture. The remaining guild halls remain striking for their abundance and unique design. Well-preserved examples include the Jiangxi Temple, the Big Buddha Temple, the Xilai Temple, the Confucian Temple, and the Wenchang Palace.

Wenchang Palace, first built in 1727, the fifth year of the Yongzheng reign of the Qing Dynasty, boasts a history of over 260 years. Its main buildings, including a stage, a hall, and a main hall, are arranged in a straight line following the mountain's contours, a typical example of Chinese Taoist temple architecture. Every year on the second day of the second lunar month, residents of Huize bring their friends to visit the temple. Wenchang Palace is located atop Jinzhong Mountain, where forests tower over the sky. From the foot of the mountain, 360 stone steps rise, symbolizing the 365 days of the year. Because Wenchang is named after the Seven Bends, the stone steps resemble a giant dragon, swaying its body as it reaches the summit, earning it the nickname "Famous Mountain of Seven Bends."

Wanshou Palace is one of the largest and best-preserved guild halls in Huize County. Originally built in 1711, it was destroyed by war and rebuilt in 1762, the 27th year of Emperor Qianlong's reign. After numerous restorations, it remains remarkably well-preserved to this day. The palace boasts a rigorous architectural layout and grandeur, especially the ancient stage, with its unique design and beautiful appearance, making it a must-see.

Qujing City is the source of the Pearl River, southern China's largest river. Ma Xiong Mountain, northeast of Zhanyi County, is the source of the Pearl River. The scenic area comprises the Pearl River source at Ma Xiong Mountain, Huashan Lake, and some urban attractions. The Pearl River, one of my country's four major rivers, originates from Ma Xiong Mountain and boasts remarkable landscapes such as "one vein separating two Pan Rivers" (the North and South Pan Rivers), "one drop of water flowing through three rivers" (the South Pan River, the North Pan River, and the Niulan River), and "a line connecting five pearls" (the lakes).