Luoping Travel Recommendations for 2024 (Updated in Mar)
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Luoping at sunset
Headed up the hill to find the patterns in the canola flowers at sunset.
Just a couple of hours away from Kunming, Luoping blooms into a sea of yellow flowers for about 4-to-6 weeks every year.
Worth checking with the local hotels before getting tickets though about when because if you miss the time - there isn’t really much to do.
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Luoping flowers
A year after the last trip to the same place - albeit during the completely wrong season- headed back to Luoping to make up for lost time.. and it didn’t disappoint.
The whole town is a sea of yellow canola flowers on all sides.
The town is a little bare of great hotels or restaurants it seems but based o Lon how much the area has changed in the last year or so, I wouldn’t be surprised if that changes soon.
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Hurry up! Catch the last bus to the Luoping rapeseed flowers
After driving through Luoping, I had heard about the fame of the rapeseed flowers here, but I was still shocked when I saw them in reality. Almost the entire county is surrounded by rapeseed flowers. Just walk into any village, and you'll find undulating seas of rapeseed flowers. Personally, I feel there's no need to spend money on a ticket to see the rapeseed flowers.
👉 Of course, that Rapeseed Flower World (the one that charges money) has a little train, which children should like, so families with kids might want to check it out!
👉 If you don't want to spend money, trust me, just wander into any village, and you'll find vast expanses of flowers. Moreover, the further you go into the suburbs, the more beautiful the flower seas become. The most beautiful and spectacular sea of flowers I saw that day was on the national highway on our self-drive trip to Kunming (just as we were leaving Luoping), in a very natural and simple little mountain village, with large swathes of rapeseed flowers layered upon each other, almost without tourists. Stop the car by the roadside and enjoy its natural bloom! (Pictures 2, 3, 4)
🏠 Accommodation:
The prices for homestays here range from 110-200, not including breakfast. Many of them offer views of the rapeseed flowers right from the window or balcony, or are just a short distance from the sea of flowers. The facilities are also well-maintained, clean, and hygienic.
🗒tips:
1. It is recommended to wear white, red, or other strongly contrasting colors for photography.
2. It is suggested to rent a bicycle or electric scooter to slowly enjoy the leisurely beauty of the rapeseed flowers.
3. If driving, most of the roads are two-lane, but sometimes they narrow when passing through villages, which can be a test of driving skills!
4. The flowering period is from the end of February to the beginning of April (the most beautiful time is definitely from the beginning to the middle of March)
There is a spring called the blooming of rapeseed flowers in Luoping
Why bother going to Luoping to see the rapeseed flowers when they are everywhere in the countryside during spring? I used to think this way too. After repeated invitations from my best friend in Kunming, 'You'll know once you see it,' she said, 'the rapeseed fields in Luoping are different!'
In the bright and beautiful March, the three of us best friends finally gathered in Kunming and drove three hours to Luoping.
We checked into the Luoping Xintiandi Hotel that day because it has triple rooms, which are most suitable for us.
After lunch and a short rest, the three of us drove to see the flowers.
It was the peak blooming period for Luoping's rapeseed flower sea, and there were many visitors. Long queues formed at the entrance of the scenic area to take the sightseeing bus or the small train. We chose the sightseeing bus, which was convenient for getting off at any time. Retirees have a half-price discount, and those who are 65 years old can visit for free.
I must say, the rapeseed flowers here are different. As far as the eye can see, millions of acres of rapeseed flowers are blooming competitively, quite spectacular. When the wind blew, the rapeseed fields made a 'whooshing' sound, and the waves of flowers undulated, exuding a vigorous and upward vitality, which was extremely wonderful.
The queue to see the panoramic view from the Jinji Peak viewing platform was very long, so we gave up the chance to take the most beautiful photos.
The scenic area was picturesque everywhere, and the three retired friends had a great time playing in the flower sea. Walking along the path, smelling the fragrance of flowers, sitting beside the rapeseed flowers waiting for the sunset, that afternoon, we were healed by the rapeseed flowers of Luoping.
When the sun set, the orange-red sunlight sprinkled down, adding a warm color to the golden rapeseed flowers, indescribably beautiful. We sat there, watching the sunset over the distant mountains slowly sink, and at that moment, my heart was at peace, and my eyes were filled only with this beauty. This is a gift from nature, treasured in our hearts.
The next day, we didn't go to the paid scenic spots again, but wandered around as we pleased. The countryside of Luoping in spring was full of beautiful scenery, and the photos we took were also very pretty.
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A Self-Drive Day Tour of the Rapeseed Flower Sea in Luoping: Pros and Cons in This Article!
🌼 Date of photography: 2024.03.12
Self-drive day tour in Luoping rapeseed flower: Screw Field - Jiulong Waterfall - Golden Rooster Peak Cluster - Rapeseed Flower Field
The weather wasn't too good, flew the drone over four rapeseed flower fields, each with its own characteristics.
1️⃣ Screw Field
Now is the best viewing period, there is a viewing platform halfway up the mountain, and the drone perspective is even better.
The downside is that it's average for taking pictures of people, and you can't walk to the edge of the rapeseed field.
The mountain road is winding, please drive carefully; also pay attention to safety when taking photos by the roadside.
There are parking spots on the roadside, 10 yuan per vehicle, it can get very chaotic when there are many cars.
Admission: Free
2️⃣ Jiulong Waterfall Scenic Area
If you only want to see the rapeseed fields, take the west gate on the mountain; if you want to play, take the east gate at the bottom of the mountain, close to the waterfall.
The panoramic viewing platform can capture both Jiulong Waterfall and the rapeseed fields, but the best viewing period has passed.
The drone is still the best perspective, but it requires good lighting, and overcast days are actually better.
Highly recommend taking the flying carpet up the mountain, it's a fun experience.
Admission: 65 yuan
Flying carpet: 30 yuan
3️⃣ Golden Rooster Peak Cluster
Because it's popular, there are many tourists, and it's messy at the entrance, with ox carts and vendors chasing tourists in the parking lot, not a very good feeling.
The scenic area has a sightseeing train and tracks, which are very photogenic.
The highest peak is Laojian Mountain, about 3 kilometers one way, you can take the sightseeing train or car to get there.
Admission: 30 yuan
Sightseeing train: 50 yuan/Sightseeing car: 30 yuan
4️⃣ Main Venue of the Rapeseed Flowers
Free and you can drive in, there might be traffic control on weekends.
The rapeseed flower field is very large, with yellow and green patches interwoven, very beautiful.
The best spot for portrait photography, with both tall and short flower fields to choose from.
Admission: Free
🌼 Summary
My personal favorite is the Screw Field, because it's special.
Whether you come to see the rapeseed fields or not, I recommend visiting Jiulong Waterfall, the scenery is beautiful.
If you don't want to climb mountains and have a drone, you can skip the Golden Rooster Peak Cluster. For portrait photography, just go to the main venue, which also has karst topography, and you can drive in; just park nearby wherever it's convenient.
Spring is stirring, and Luoping in Yunnan awaits your visit!
Scenic features: Stepping into Luoping County, a boundless expanse of yellow rushes towards you, at the foot of the mountains, in front of houses, spreading layer upon layer, extending to the horizon, until it disappears right before your eyes... That is Luoping's rapeseed flowers showing off their graceful figures in this spring, clusters of swaying blossoms revealing beautiful smiling faces and emitting a charming, faint fragrance. Groups of tourists scatter among them, taking photos and laughing merrily in the rich floral scent.
🚉Transportation strategy:
Take the high-speed train from Chengdu to Kunming, get off at Qujing North after more than 5 hours, and transfer to a bus to Luoping.
🗓Itinerary:
1. Stay in a homestay on the same day, with a view of the rapeseed flowers.
2. Wander through the rapeseed fields, walk up to the viewing platform on the small hill, and look into the distance.
3. Take the scenic area's sightseeing train for an in-depth tour, a feast for the eyes.
4. The next day, take a 20-minute taxi ride to visit the snail field, and enjoy the unique scenery.
📝Tips:
1. Luoping is much colder than other places in Yunnan, be sure to bring warm winter clothes.
2. Due to the cold and rainy weather, bring a small umbrella.
🍽Dining recommendations:
1. The local specialty is green rapeseed shoots, delicious whether boiled in plain water or stir-fried.
2. Yunnan's special pickled vegetables and homemade tofu cheese are available for tasting and purchase, and they taste fantastic.
3. The homemade smoked meat and sausages are also uniquely flavorful and worth a try.
Where to go for a scenic view with your backpack in early February? I recommend Luoping in Yunnan, a place that will delight your body and soul with continuous surprises.
2024 Luoping Rapeseed Flower shows you the spring
📸 It's the time of the year when flowers bloom again, don't miss the good times in spring! Go and see the rapeseed flower sea all over the mountains and fields, and feel the brilliance of spring in the golden world!
Yunnan, this region, has many mountains and lakes, from the cold zone to the subtropics, complex and diverse landscapes, constructed the reputation of the colorful clouds in the south.
The earliest spring also starts here! Luoping rapeseed flower is one of the best, hundreds of thousands of acres of rapeseed flowers are distributed in the peak forest fields, when the flowers bloom, it is spectacular. It was recommended by China National Geographic as one of the 50 must-see spots in a lifetime! When most parts of the country are still experiencing a warm winter, flowers are already blooming here.
📍Luoping
1⃣Address: Luoping County, Qujing City, Yunnan
2⃣Public transportation: Kunming, Yunnan (accessible by train) or Qujing (by train or self-driving). Luoping Railway Station is 1.5 kilometers away from the county town, and you can take a 2 yuan/person tricycle to the county town after leaving the station.
3⃣Tickets: Jiulong tickets 60 yuan, sightseeing cable car 15 yuan, bamboo raft 10 yuan; Duoyi tickets 40 yuan, electric car 20 yuan, bamboo raft 10 yuan.
✅Luoping Rapeseed Flower Festival
1⃣Luoping Rapeseed Flower Festival Time: 1.20-4.08
2⃣Luoping Duoyi River: Adjacent to the Lubuge Three Gorges Scenic Area, 12 kilometers of river, dense beaches, with hundreds of water wheels.
3⃣Jiulong Waterfall Group Scenic Area: On the approximately 2 kilometers long river, there are 10 levels of waterfalls of different sizes and characteristics, accompanied by rapeseed flowers, a beautiful painting.
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📍Jinji Peak
Cone-shaped small mountains are scattered, typical karst topography. Morning/evening, sunrise and sunset are the most beautiful.
📍Screw Field
Concave/convex terraced spiral landscape, bright colors. Villages are dotted among the flower sea, and the rural scenery is unique.
📍Jiulong Waterfall
One of the "China's Most Beautiful 6 Waterfalls" by National Geographic.
⭕️Travel Tips
✅Local honey, vegetable oil, batik, embroidery, and five-color rice in Luoping are quite distinctive.
✅Yunnan is located on the plateau, the ultraviolet rays are strong, do a good job of sun protection.
‼Tips:
From Kunming to Luoping, walk along the southeast of Yunnan, don't walk back, along the way you can not only see the simple and unadorned rapeseed flowers, but also the earth sculpture - Dongchuan Red Land, during which is also the irrigation period of Yuanyang terraces, you can see the sea of clouds and morning fog, mirror-like blue terraces, and also encounter the city of delicious food on the tip of the tongue - Jianshui Ancient City, etc.
The sunrise in the sea of clouds has been seen, and it is supposed to be a sunny day. I didnt expect that after the sunrise, the clouds waiting for the left and right did not dissipate, and the whole golden chicken peaks were covered by clouds.
There was a strong wind blowing on the top of the mountain. After waiting for 2 hours, the clouds did not dissipate. The photographers at the top of the mountain all picked up the equipment and left, leaving us three to drink biscuits while drinking the wind. To be honest, I can't stay any longer. Such a thick cloud is estimated to be difficult to disperse for a while. I have packed everything up, but my companions insisted on it and said that I would wait another 10 minutes.
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A Self-Drive Day Tour of the Rapeseed Flower Sea in Luoping: Pros and Cons in This Article!
🌼 Date of photography: 2024.03.12
Self-drive day tour in Luoping rapeseed flower: Screw Field - Jiulong Waterfall - Golden Rooster Peak Cluster - Rapeseed Flower Field
The weather wasn't too good, flew the drone over four rapeseed flower fields, each with its own characteristics.
1️⃣ Screw Field
Now is the best viewing period, there is a viewing platform halfway up the mountain, and the drone perspective is even better.
The downside is that it's average for taking pictures of people, and you can't walk to the edge of the rapeseed field.
The mountain road is winding, please drive carefully; also pay attention to safety when taking photos by the roadside.
There are parking spots on the roadside, 10 yuan per vehicle, it can get very chaotic when there are many cars.
Admission: Free
2️⃣ Jiulong Waterfall Scenic Area
If you only want to see the rapeseed fields, take the west gate on the mountain; if you want to play, take the east gate at the bottom of the mountain, close to the waterfall.
The panoramic viewing platform can capture both Jiulong Waterfall and the rapeseed fields, but the best viewing period has passed.
The drone is still the best perspective, but it requires good lighting, and overcast days are actually better.
Highly recommend taking the flying carpet up the mountain, it's a fun experience.
Admission: 65 yuan
Flying carpet: 30 yuan
3️⃣ Golden Rooster Peak Cluster
Because it's popular, there are many tourists, and it's messy at the entrance, with ox carts and vendors chasing tourists in the parking lot, not a very good feeling.
The scenic area has a sightseeing train and tracks, which are very photogenic.
The highest peak is Laojian Mountain, about 3 kilometers one way, you can take the sightseeing train or car to get there.
Admission: 30 yuan
Sightseeing train: 50 yuan/Sightseeing car: 30 yuan
4️⃣ Main Venue of the Rapeseed Flowers
Free and you can drive in, there might be traffic control on weekends.
The rapeseed flower field is very large, with yellow and green patches interwoven, very beautiful.
The best spot for portrait photography, with both tall and short flower fields to choose from.
Admission: Free
🌼 Summary
My personal favorite is the Screw Field, because it's special.
Whether you come to see the rapeseed fields or not, I recommend visiting Jiulong Waterfall, the scenery is beautiful.
If you don't want to climb mountains and have a drone, you can skip the Golden Rooster Peak Cluster. For portrait photography, just go to the main venue, which also has karst topography, and you can drive in; just park nearby wherever it's convenient.
Luoping Screw Field is located at Niujie, 10 kilometers northwest of Luoping County, Qujing, Yunnan. The screw field is one of the most famous rape flower shooting spots. The terraces here are ring-shaped, and it looks like a swirl on the screw. Niujie screw field is a natural landscape composed of geological features of beaded karst funnels. The funnel is so dense and the shape is so strange that it is still rare. The landscape is 50 meters deep and is northeast-southwest, stepped paddy fields and dry land, and the first level is neat. In different seasons, different color blocks are formed due to different crops. Radioactive deployment from a small circular basin in the middle. In the winter and spring seasons, the blocks full of rapeseed are golden and golden, and the land with wheat is green and jade; when passing through, the circle extending along the circle of the garden is full of rapeseed, like countless golden dragons. The disk is lying.
The screw field is named for its shape, and together with the Jinjifengfeng, it is a typical representative of Luopinghuahai. The screw field is not a scenic spot. It is said that a band came here to shoot and bring fire here. The best viewing position is on the road halfway down the screw field. Everyone stops at the roadside to take pictures.
The terraces here are not in the area, but win over the show. Let people who are used to the thick lines change their style.
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Must go to the sea grass mountain even if the hand is broken! (Fractured hand version)
Must go to the sea grass mountain even if the hand is broken! (Fractured hand version)
⛳Navigation: Qujing Huize Sea Grass Mountain
🎫Tickets: Scenic area tickets 35/person, scenic area sightseeing car 20/person
Opening hours: 9:00--17:00
🚃Transportation: There are minibuses from Qujing Passenger Station to Huize, about 40/person, but the minibus cannot directly reach the scenic area, you need to transfer to other public transportation or carpool to go
🚗Self-driving: About 3.5h from Kunming, about 2h from Qujing. But you need to park the car in the scenic area parking lot and switch to a bus to enter
tips:
The altitude of the scenic area is between 3000-4000m, the climate on the mountain changes quickly, it is recommended to bring a thick coat! Do not exercise vigorously to avoid high anti-sun exposure, be sure to do a good job of sun protection!
It takes a drive up the mountain from Huize County to the scenic area, drive slowly on rainy days, there are many bends
✨There are snacks at both parking points, if you are not used to it, it is best to bring some snacks
Pets are allowed in the scenic area, you can bring your dog, away from the city hustle and experience the freedom of the mountains~
Kunming | Surrounding Tour to Huize Da Haicao
Take advantage of the grass not yet yellow, following the pace of autumn
Get up early in the morning, and have a day trip with friends
It takes about 3-4 hours to reach the destination from the center of Kunming
The road conditions are very good throughout
Especially after getting off the highway, the road up the mountain is absolutely beautiful
In early September, it was a bit cold wearing a skirt and a jacket, friends who go later are suggested to wear more❤️
It's worth going, more surprising than I imagined
There is a mountain named Da Hai, it's so beautiful here~ (One-day tour of Da Hai Grass Mountain)
It takes about 3 hours to get to Da Hai Grass Mountain from Kunming, and the scenery along the way is also very beautiful.
Address: Da Hai Grass Mountain, Huize County, Qujing City, Yunnan Province.
Transportation: After landing in Kunming by plane, I recommend driving or chartering to Da Hai Grass Mountain (We chartered a guide to go there, the guide was very good, introducing us at any time, arranging us to check in, if your driving skills are not good, do not drive, the road is hard to drive).
Clothing Suggestions: It's very cold on the mountain, it's recommended to bring a windproof jacket, it will be better when the sun comes out, if you don't bring a jacket, you can rent one at the entrance of the scenic spot.
Check-in Spots: Spot One: Internet celebrity check-in spot, Spot Two: Mongolian yurts and streams (These two places are must-check-in, but the mountain is really beautiful, it's easy to take good photos, there are also many sheep).
Food: There are lamb skewers for sale on the mountain, very fresh, 3 yuan a skewer, roasted sweet potatoes are also delicious, if you don't like beef and mutton, you can bring some food.
Accommodation: We went there and back on the same day, there is accommodation on the mountain, but it's super cold at night on the mountain, if you stay, be sure to prepare clothes, it's recommended to go there and back on the same day.
This place is very niche, it's indeed inconvenient to go there, but it's really healing, take action during the National Day, if you don't go, the grass on the grass mountain will turn yellow.
Let's go to the mountains for the weekend
The wind blows the grass low and reveals the cattle and sheep
This scenery is really too beautiful⛰️
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📍Dahai Grass Mountain
We drove from Chongqing for 7h to Huize
We stayed in the county town for one night and drove up the mountain the next morning
It takes about 1h from the county town to the scenic area
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📷Tour
Private cars🚗 are parked in the parking lot
You need to take a bus to enter the scenic area
Scenic area ticket + sightseeing bus🎫55/person
There are two stops along the way
✨Overlooking the grassland and lake
🛖Grassland, stream, flock of sheep
There are also grilled lamb skewers, baked potatoes and sweet potatoes...
Looking around, the mountains are continuous and vast
Under the blue sky and white clouds,
Wild flowers bloom, green grass, cattle and sheep in groups
It's very photogenic, not losing to Xinjiang and Switzerland at all
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🏷️Tips
The road up the mountain has large bends, and some roads are bumpy; the altitude on the mountain is high, the temperature varies, the wind is strong, it is recommended to choose sunny days to travel and bring a jacket.
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Luoping Jinhua Yuhu Square Hotel - An unforgettable stay experience
In Luoping, Yunnan, there is a place called Jinhua Yuhu Square Hotel. It was an unexpected discovery during my trip and the most unforgettable stay experience during my trip.
Jinhua Yuhu Square Hotel is located in the center of Luoping County, with convenient transportation and many places for food and shopping nearby. The exterior design of the hotel is unique, combining local ethnic characteristics and modern elements, giving people a feeling of both simplicity and fashion.
As soon as I entered the hotel lobby, I was attracted by the strong artistic atmosphere. A huge jade sculpture is placed in the center of the lobby, surrounded by various exquisite ceramic artworks. The walls are hung with paintings depicting the scenery of Luoping, making people feel as if they are in an art palace.
The design of the hotel rooms is also very distinctive, each one is full of warmth and comfort. The furniture in the room is made of solid wood, which is both environmentally friendly and durable. A retro table lamp is placed on the bedside table, emitting a soft light, making people feel extremely relaxed. Outside the window is a green field, where you can see the sunrise in the morning and enjoy the starry sky at night, which is really refreshing.
The hotel's service is also very thoughtful. The receptionist at the front desk is enthusiastic and carefully answered all kinds of questions for me. The room service staff come to clean the room every day, change the sheets and towels, making me feel very intimate. In addition, the hotel also provides a free breakfast, with a variety of food types and authentic taste, allowing me to start each day with a good mood.
During these days at Jinhua Yuhu Square Hotel, I not only enjoyed the comfortable living environment, but also deeply felt the unique charm of Luoping. The people here are hospitable, the scenery is picturesque, and I have left a deep impression on this place.
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