Sights in Yuanyang

The Duoyishu Scenic Area encompasses tens of thousands of acres of terraced fields, including those in Duoyishu, Aichun, and Dawazha. In many photos taken of Yuanyang, Duoyishu is the most common feature. The terraces here resemble a printmaking, their vibrant colors awe-inspiring and breathtaking. Especially at sunrise, the ever-changing colors on the water are breathtaking, and against the backdrop of the Duoyishu village, looming beneath the mist, one feels like entering a fairyland.

The Bada Scenic Area encompasses over 14,000 mu of terraced fields in the areas of Jingkou, Quanfuzhuang, Malizhai, and Zhulu. Bada's sunsets are breathtaking, making it a prime spot for photographing them.

The Laohuzui Scenic Area encompasses nearly 12,000 mu (approximately 16,000 hectares) of terraced fields, including Mengpin, Dongpu, Amengkong, and Baoshanzhai. It is the most precipitous, magnificent, and spectacularly laid out of all the Yuanyang terraced fields. Its distinctive features include a strong sense of three-dimensionality, vibrant layers of color, and a vibrant array of colors, reminiscent of an oil painting. The slopes of the terraces surrounding Laohuzui are relatively steep, and the snail fields near Panzhihua are also famous and a favorite among photography enthusiasts. The sunsets at Laohuzui are also spectacular and well worth a visit.

Jingkou Folk Village is a well-preserved natural Hani village in Yuanyang, home to over 180 families. Upon entering the village, you'll find a square where the Hani gather. To the east of the square is the Hani Cultural Museum, and to the west, a primary school can be seen at the end of a colorful corridor. Surrounding the village are the Hani mushroom-shaped houses, built in a staggered pattern that follows the mountainside. From a distance, they resemble clusters of mushrooms, a natural beauty. Enjoy Hani song and dance performances here, making it a perfect place to immerse yourself in Hani culture.

Because the water in Longshuba's terraced fields has a different oxygen content than other terraced fields, duckweed is abundant, primarily in red, green, and yellow, creating vibrant colors. Around the Spring Festival, the duckweed in Longshuba is at its most abundant and beautiful, creating the most stunning scenery. After entering the village, climb the hill behind it for the perfect vantage point for photographing the Longshuba terraced fields.

Surrounded by steep mountains, Habo Village is an ideal location for studying Hani festivals, folk customs, and dance. The village's renowned Long Street Banquet is also at its busiest time. Traditional Hani rituals, such as offering sacrifices to the village forest deity and divination, showcase the ancient customs of the Hani people and are a truly remarkable sight.

Jianshui, formerly known as Lin'an and also as Badian, has traces of human activity dating back to the Paleolithic Age. By the Ming and Qing dynasties, it had become the political, military, religious, transportation, economic, and cultural center of southern Yunnan. Jianshui boasts a rich cultural heritage, earning it the nickname "Famous State of Literature" and "Zou and Lu of Southern Yunnan." Distinctive dwellings are a hallmark of the ancient city, including the Hani people's thatched and bamboo-roofed houses, the Yi and Dai people's earthen bungalows, and the Han people's tiled houses, all of which are well-preserved. Other attractions include the Zhu Family Garden, the Zhang Family Garden, and the Confucian Temple. Jianshui boasts a rich tapestry of ethnic customs, including Han people's Confucius worship music and Dongjing music, the Hani people's "Mangu Drum Dance" and "Long Street Banquet," Hani knife performances, the Yi people's lantern and cigarette box dances, the Miao people's "Stepping on the Flower Mountain," and the Dai people's lifestyle and customs.