Go to Wuyuan for National Day! The golden waves of the terraced fields are breathtaking!

Hey lovelies! The National Day holiday is just around the corner. If you want to avoid the crowds, the terraced fields in Wuyuan are definitely a hidden gem! 🍂 In autumn, the terraces look like they’ve been dusted with gold by the gods, with rolling waves of rice and mist swirling around. Especially at the moment when the morning sunlight shines down, it feels like the entire valley is glowing~ Here, you can not only capture stunning photos that will blow up your social feeds but also experience the poetic and peaceful countryside atmosphere. It’s truly a perfect destination to heal your soul! 📸

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📍 Detailed Address
Wuyuan County, Shangrao City, Jiangxi Province
· Jiangling Terraces: Jiangling Village, Xitou Township (the most classic)
· Huangling Terraces: Huangling Village, Jiangwan Town (terraces + autumn drying festival)
· Off-the-beaten-path recommendations: Qingyuan Ancient Village, Chaguan Ancient Bridge (fewer people, beautiful scenery)

🚌 Transportation Guide
· High-speed rail: From various places → Wuyuan Station, then transfer to the scenic area shuttle bus (Jiangling/Huangling line about 20-30 RMB per person).
· Self-driving: Navigate to “Jiangling Scenic Area” or “Huangling Scenic Area.” Expect traffic jams during National Day; it’s recommended to arrive before 7:00 AM!
· Internal transport: Jiangling requires a shuttle bus (15 RMB per person); Huangling includes round-trip cable car.

🎫 Ticket Information
· Jiangling: Single ticket 60 RMB per person, shuttle bus ticket purchased separately.
· Huangling: 145 RMB per person (including cable car), buy online 1 day in advance for discounts!
· Tip: Staying in a scenic area guesthouse can save you from paying the entrance fee twice. Recommended: Huangling “Tianjie Hotel”~

🌾 National Day Special Features
1. Golden rice waves: Early October is the peak yellowing of rice, terraces look like golden waves (Jiangling No.1 viewing platform is a must-visit!).
2. Morning fog and sea of clouds: A must-see after rain when the sky clears! Stay on the mountaintop before 6:00 AM to see the sea of clouds wrapping the terraces like a fairyland.
3. Autumn drying folk customs: Huangling’s red chili peppers and yellow corn create a National Day exclusive “China Red” pattern.
4. Farming experience: Rice harvesting, threshing (a hit with families), making rice cakes~

⚠️ National Day Precautions
· Crowd warning: Peak hours are 7:00-10:00 AM, it’s recommended to avoid peak times or start early!
· Weather: Large temperature difference between day and night (10-25°C), bring a jacket + non-slip shoes (morning dew makes the ground slippery).
· Photo spots:
· Jiangling: No.1 viewing platform (panorama), mountaintop pavilion (sea of clouds).
· Huangling: Leixin Bridge (overhead terrace shots), drying workshop (autumn drying + terraces in one frame).
· Avoid pitfalls: Always ask the price first at roadside restaurants with “market price” dishes! Don’t park at villagers’ private toll points when driving.
· Nearby attractions to visit:
· Shicheng Red Maple (starts turning red at the end of October), Moon Bay (free fishing boat morning mist).

Post by AstralWanderess | Sep 20, 2025

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