Guangxi trip - Longji Jinhang Yaozhai to see the terraces
by BU_Family
Aug 10, 2023
Speechless at the beauty of Longji Rice Terraces! 2-day-1-night guide to bookmark✨
OMG you guys!!! My first visit to Longji Rice Terraces left me utterly speechless – way more magnificent than I imagined! Compiled this super practical 2-day-1-night itinerary perfect whether you want to leisurely enjoy the scenery or efficiently hit all the hotspots. Bookmark this guide for your spontaneous trip~
Day 1: First Encounter with the Terraces & Stunning Sunset
Arrive at Longji Rice Terraces in the morning. After getting tickets, head straight to Jinkeng Dazhai Village. Settle your luggage and feast on local specialties like bamboo tube rice and bamboo tube chicken at a village restaurant to fuel up for the afternoon adventure!
Must visit the No.3 Golden Buddha Peak Viewing Platform in the afternoon! Universally recognized as the best sunset spot🌇 Flexible ascent options – energetic folks can hike (scenery along the way is breathtaking), while those preferring ease can take the cable car to admire the cascading terraces from above – every frame looks like an oil painting!
When night falls, the real fun begins at Dazhai Village! Ethnic performances and bonfire parties create unbeatable vibes🔥 For just 30 yuan, immerse yourself in local enthusiasm, singing and dancing with new friends – double the joy!
Day 2: Chasing Sunrise & Discovering More Beauty
At dawn, head to No.2 Thousand-Layer Ladder Viewing Platform – the most popular sunrise spot🌅 Watching sunlight reflect on the water-filled terraces... wow, nature's magic is beyond words. Seeing the golden rays gradually illuminate the fields is indescribably healing! After sunrise, return to your hotel to check out and continue your journey.
How to choose your village? Here's the scoop!
Each of Longji's 4 main villages has unique charms:
- Jinkeng Dazhai: Most spectacular terraces with cable car access – great for families with elderly/children!
- Ping'an Village: Earliest developed, occasionally has off-season light shows – super romantic nights!
- Huangluo Yao Village: No terraces but rich cultural experiences of ethnic minority life.
- Ancient Zhuang Village: Preserves original character – perfect for off-the-beaten-path seekers!
Jinkeng Dazhai Viewing Platform Guide:
- No.1 Xishan Shaoyue: Higher elevation, requires hiking as vehicles can't reach directly.
- No.2 Thousand-Layer Ladder: Accessible by car, popular for photography – looks like a layered cake from above!
- No.3 Golden Buddha Peak: Highest viewpoint offering panoramic terrace views, stunning sunrise/sunset, reachable by cable car or hike.
Longji's beauty must be seen to be believed! Save this guide and go discover your own terrace romance!💕
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