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Yunhe is located in southwest Zhejiang and is the geographical center of Lishui. The Oujiang River runs through the county, dividing it into two parts, the south and the north. Yunhe is a shining pearl in the upper reaches of the Oujiang River. Yunhe has been known as the "cave palace blessed land" since ancient times, with unique mountain and water resources.
Xiangong Lake is the third largest artificial lake in Zhejiang Province, and the Yunhe Rice Terraces are known as "China's Most Beautiful Rice Terraces" and "China's Best Wetland for Characteristic Tourism." Yunhe also boasts numerous attractions, including Happy Island Scenic Area, Ping'anggang She Ethnic Culture Village, Jingtangxia, and Shitangxia, making it an excellent choice for a vacation.
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Yunhe Rice Terraces (Meiyuan Rice Terraces)
The scenic area is mainly distributed on the high mountains around Chongtou Town, Yunhe County, with an altitude span of 200 meters to more than 1,400 meters and a vertical height of more than 1,200 meters. It spans three geological landscape belts of mountains, hills and valleys, with more than 700 layers at most. It is the largest terrace group in East China and is known as "China's most beautiful terraces". It is the main base for collecting materials in Lishui, the hometown of photography in China. The scenic area has natural landscapes such as terraces, sea of clouds, mountain villages, bamboo sea, streams, waterfalls, and rime. "Cloud wonders, floating cloud world" is a major highlight of the Yunhe Terraces.
Xiangong Lake
Xiangong Lake is the third largest artificial lake in Zhejiang Province. It is located in the upper reaches of Oujiang River. It is nearly 100 meters deep, with many bays and clear water. It breeds high-quality and delicious wild fish and is a rare natural fishing ground in China.
Recommended play time: 1-2 days
Yunhe is a county in Lishui, Zhejiang, known for its terraced landscapes, tea cultivation, and historical villages. It has cultural significance due to its ancient agricultural practices and well-preserved traditional architecture.
Yunhe is located in southwestern Zhejiang province. Visitors can reach Yunhe via bus or car from Lishui city. Local transport includes taxis and walking for shorter distances within villages and scenic areas.
Most attractions are open from 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM. The best times to visit are from April to October when the weather is mild and terraces are lush green.
Some scenic spots like Yunhe Grand Canyon may charge 50–100 CNY. Tickets are typically purchased at entrance gates, with limited online booking available.
Advance booking is usually unnecessary except during peak tourist season. Booking 1–2 days ahead is sufficient for popular scenic areas.
2–3 days are recommended to explore Yunhe’s terraces, Grand Canyon, and cultural villages.
Guided tours are mostly in Chinese. Private guides for English-speaking tourists can be arranged in advance.
Night activities are limited; some villages may host evening cultural performances during festivals.
Weekdays are less crowded. Peak tourist season is during public holidays and summer months.
Facilities include public toilets, small local restaurants, tea houses, rest areas, and souvenir shops near main scenic spots.
Main village areas are accessible, but terraces and canyon trails involve uneven terrain and stairs, which may be challenging for elderly or disabled visitors.
Cash is widely used, but mobile payments like Alipay and WeChat Pay are commonly accepted at shops and restaurants.
Vegetarian options are available; vegan and halal options are limited and should be requested in advance.
Souvenirs include local tea, handicrafts, woven baskets, and small cultural artifacts from villages.
Buses and taxis connect Yunhe to Lishui and other cities in Zhejiang. Private car hires are convenient for exploring remote scenic areas.
