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When the sea of clouds embrace

terraced rice paddies

当云海遇上梯田

The celebrated terraced rice pad- rice paddies emerge and vanish
dies in Yuanjiang are a testament amidst the ever-changing clouds and
to the enduring farming heritage of mist, their reflections creating a pic-
the Hani people, elevated to greater turesque vista on the water’s surface.
prominence by the ethereal sea of As you gaze out from the moun-
clouds and the captivating Hani cul- tain summit pavilion, a sense of
ture. towering over the neighboring peaks
Between November and March envelops you. Surrounded by a tap-
each year, the terraced rice paddies estry of terraced rice paddies, sea of
shrouded in the sea of clouds offer a clouds, and the first light of dawn
breathtaking spectacle. During this painting a canvas of diverse hues
period, the valley, over 1,000 meters and patterns, you are transported to a
deep, is frequently draped in clouds realm akin to a fairyland. In this mo-
and mist of varying density, mor- ment, you are inevitably captivated
phing gracefully with the shifting by the enchanting harmony between
winds and air currents. The terraced nature’s magic and human existence.

Indulging in a hot spring spa

温泉水疗的疗愈体验

With an average annual temper- delightful cuisine, offering a perfect
ature of 23.9℃, Yuanjiang enjoys escape from the chill of winter and
a predominantly sunny and mild the busyness of daily life.
climate. Here, hot spring spas play The hot spring pools at this
a vital role in the lives of the locals, location are named after the 24
providing relaxation and rejuvena- solar terms, including Vernal
tion whether the weather is fine or Equinox, Grain Rain, Lesser Full-
rainy. ness, and White Dew. These pools
Situated on the eastern side of come in various shapes and sizes,
Yuanjiang County, Qixiashan Hot harmoniously blending with the
Spring Garden Hotel is nestled with lush vegetation. With tempera-
the majestic Qixia Mountain behind tures between 34 and 44.5 degrees
it, the tranquil Yuanjiang River in Celsius and a fruity scent emanat-
the front, and the bustling county ing from them, these pools offer a
town just across the river. This serene retreat for you to unwind,
hotel seamlessly blends hot spring savor the whispering wind, sip on
relaxation, leisure and holiday ac- a cup of tea, and escape from the
tivities, recreational amenities, and worries of daily life.

Dai villages exude plenty of ethnic

charm

傣族村寨民族风情

Zhega Village, situated 9 kilo- lage.
meters south of the county town of Here, you can unwind and im-
Yuanjiang County, is a picturesque merse yourself in the charming and
village where the Dai people reside. tranquil rural life. You have the
It has been inscribed on the List of opportunity to join a fascinating
China’s Traditional Villages as well “masked love song contest” near the
as the List of Chinese Villages with ancient well, where young men and
Ethnic Minority Characteristics. women adorned in traditional Dai
Within the village, the rows upon attire stand beneath the old trees,
rows of clay houses have effectively half of their faces veiled by delicate
maintained the Dai people’s tradi- scarves, singing sweet melodies to
tional residential style. The age- convey their affection. Additionally,
old Dai customs passed down over you can don the exquisite Dai cloth-
generations continue to narrate tales ing and capture memorable moments
of time. Over 200 ancient trees, each with photographs taken in the serene
over a century old, thrive and stand alleyways of the clay houses, creat-
tall, steadfastly protecting the vil- ing a truly unique experience.