The Cloud Sea Terraces in Zhejiang are stunningly divine
by JuusoRinne
Aug 12, 2025
Forget about the crowded east and north Zhejiang! 😤
This time we've discovered a top-tier treasure in western Zhejiang—Yunhe, Lishui!
It's truly the pinnacle of scenic beauty with few people around.
Every snap looks like a National Geographic cover photo~
🌄【Yunhe Terraces】A breathtaking masterpiece you must see in your lifetime
💯Why must you visit?
📍The largest terrace group in East China|A millennium-old living cultural relic of farming wonders
📍Morning mist shrouds it like a fairyland|Sunrise over the sea of clouds is breathtaking🌅
📸Must-visit guide👇
🔸Rush to Jiǔqū Yúnhuán at 5 AM to catch the sunrise
Sea of clouds + terraces + golden morning light = an unbeatable photo for your social feed!
(Outfit tip: white long dress or qipao perfectly matches the Chinese ink painting style)
🔸Light hike in Bronze Valley to explore
Walk through Song Dynasty silver mine ruins + pristine ancient villages
Every step feels like walking inside a traditional Chinese painting🏞
💰Ticket info:
- Terrace ticket: 80 RMB/person
- Round-trip cable car: 50 RMB (a must for the lazy)
⏰Best time: 5-7 AM (best sea of clouds viewing period)
🚗Transportation:
- 4-hour self-drive from Hangzhou (direct via Changshen Expressway, super convenient)
- High-speed train to Lishui Station ➡ 1-hour direct shuttle to the scenic area
🌟Local tips:
✅Must-bring: mosquito repellent + light jacket (big temperature difference in the mountains)
✅Sea of clouds bonus: choose days just after rain with clear skies
✅Accommodation advice: boutique inns by the terraces are super convenient for sunrise viewing!
⛵️【Yunhe Lake Fairy Palace】Zhejiang’s Little Thousand Islands Lake
Top 3 thrilling experiences👇
1️⃣Pink fairy tale castle photo spot (super photogenic📸)
2️⃣60-meter-high glass suspension bridge (leg-weakening warning⚠️)
3️⃣800-meter-long zipline (adrenaline rush!)
🎫Tickets: from 45 RMB (various combo prices)
🕰Open: 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM
🚌Transport:
- From the county: direct Yunhe-Longmen shuttle bus
- 30-minute self-drive to the scenic area parking lot
🌹【Chishi Rose Sea】Romantic overload alert!
Limited bloom period: April to June
Tens of thousands of roses blooming like a sea💐
Must-shoot spots, mark them👇
1️⃣Yunqi wooden house terrace (amazing aerial flower sea shots)
2️⃣Lakeside swing (super romantic)
3️⃣Rose flower arch (a must for fairies)
🎫Good news: Free! Free! Free!
🕰Open 24 hours (daytime shooting recommended)
🚗Transport advice: self-drive or taxi about 30 minutes
🍜【Taste of Yunhe】Must-eat list
✔️Yunhe Lake organic fish head soup (incredibly fresh!)
✔️Terrace farmhouse wood stove meal (amazing firewood aroma)
✔️Freshly baked rose flower cake (fragrant with floral aroma)
🏨【Stay in the scenery】Accommodation recommendations
1️⃣Yunyi Courtyard (excellent terrace views)
2️⃣Yunhe Lake Resort Hotel (great lake views)
3️⃣Chishi Rose Manor B&B (wake up in the flower sea)
✨Essential travel tips:
1️⃣Wear comfortable sports shoes! (lots of mountain paths)
2️⃣Don’t forget sunscreen + sunglasses + hat
3️⃣Check the weather forecast in advance (don’t wait for sunrise if it’s cloudy)
4️⃣Bring enough power banks! (you won’t stop taking photos)
Every frame of Yunhe is unrealistically beautiful😭
I’m willing to call this niche secret spot the beauty pinnacle of Zhejiang!
Hurry before it becomes super popular!
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