Thanks to National Geographic for the recommendation! The trip to Yunhe Terraces was totally worth it…

We encountered a rainbow at Yunhe Terraces!
It started drizzling shortly after we arrived 🌧️
Unexpectedly, it stopped soon after, and when we looked up, there was a rainbow!
Indeed, the best surprises are on the road!

Back from the National Day holiday trip, and the guide is ready.
Next time you go, you can first 🌟🐎 stay here!

✅ Three must-visit areas at Yunhe Terraces
· Jiuqu Yunhuan (Terrace core area | must-visit)
· Kenggen Ancient Village (Pristine stone slab ancient village)
· Qixing Dun (Cloud viewing platform)

🎫 Ticket guide
Jiuqu Yunhuan + Kenggen Ancient Village combined ticket: 80 RMB
Advance online booking: 70 RMB
Qixing Dun viewing platform is free 🆓 and open

🚗 Self-driving requires no cable car, making it more convenient to shuttle freely
🚠 For non-drivers, it is recommended to buy a cable car pass (about 240 RMB)

🛣️ Itinerary planning
Classic route: Jiuqu Yunhuan → Kenggen Ancient Village → Qixing Dun (common choice)
Off-peak route: Qixing Dun → Jiuqu Yunhuan → Kenggen Ancient Village (recommended reverse route)

✨ Highlights
▫️ Jiuqu Yunhuan
- Terraces layered like jade steps
- Morning mist creates a fairyland atmosphere
- Viewing platform offers panoramic photo opportunities

▫️ Kenggen Ancient Village
- 400-year-old silver mine village
- Stone alleys and old houses retain original style
- Stream flows through the village, cool and pleasant

▫️ Qixing Dun
- Highest altitude viewing platform
- Best spot to watch the sea of clouds and sunrise
- Mountain-top café with excellent views

💡 Practical tips
1. Kenggen parking lot is free and equipped with charging stations (1 fast charger + multiple slow chargers)
2. Qixing Dun road has many curves; experienced drivers are recommended 🚗
3. You can choose to hike the ancient trail from Jiuqu Yunhuan to Kenggen (about 40 minutes)
4. Bring anti-slip shoes during the rainy season and sun protection on sunny days 🕶️

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This self-driving experience was very smooth.
There were almost no cars on the mountain road at night, and the road was quite wide.
The next day, we also saw a beautiful sunrise 🌄
Each attraction had clear guides 🗺️