Luoping is the primary settlement of the Buyi people. Its lush greenery and picturesque waters are dotted with picturesque stilt houses, unique ethnic customs, exquisite folk costumes, embroidery, batik, bamboo weaving, and other colorful ethnic handicrafts. In early spring, the vibrant yellow of rapeseed blossoms is a dazzling sight. The golden sea of flowers beneath the azure sky, accompanied by the occasional melodious sound of a flute, will captivate you.
Northeast direction: the direction of Luoshuitian, Jiulong Waterfall Group, and Jinji Peak Cluster, one of the travel and photography routes.
Southeast direction: the direction of the Shiwanda Mountains, Duoyi River, and Lubuge Small Three Gorges is the main travel and photography route.
The Luoping Rapeseed Flower Festival typically begins around January each year, with the flowers typically blooming after the Spring Festival. Generally, the rapeseed flowers bloom until early April. Pay attention to their blooming timing: early warmer weather leads to earlier blooms, while later warmer weather leads to later blooms. There's no specific date; the blooms vary from year to year, so pay close attention to online information.
From January to April, the weather in Luoping is still quite chilly, ranging from 10-16°C (62-74°F) with a significant temperature difference between morning and evening. Wearing a fleece jacket is recommended. Also, women are advised to wear brightly colored clothing to create beautiful photos amidst the sea of rapeseed flowers.
Luoping's overall cost of living is very low, with food, transportation, and accommodation all very affordable. Lunch can be had for 10-20 yuan, and standard accommodations are generally around 100 yuan. Local handicrafts and local specialties are also very affordable, making it a great idea to buy some for friends.
The best spot to photograph sunrise, sunset and evening glow. Standing on the top of the mountain, you can see a golden ocean.
Known as "the most beautiful waterfall in China", the scenic area also has beautiful rapeseed fields.
A famous rapeseed flower photography spot, where different crops form various color blocks in different seasons.