Honghe Hani Rice Terraces-UNESCO World Cultural Heritage
Chinese Name: 红河哈尼梯田 English IPA: Honghe Hani Rice Terraces Location: The South of Yunnan Population (city): Language: Zip code: Tel code: Time zone:
Honghe Hani Rice Terraces are the system of Hani rice-growing terraces located in Honghe Autonomous Prefecture, Yunnan, China. The terraces’ history spans around 1,200 years. Honghe Hani Rice Terraces are distributed in four counties of Honghe Prefecture, including Yuanyang County, Honghe County, Jinping County and Lvchun County. The total area of Honghe Hani Rice Terrace measures 1,000,000 mu. The core area of the terraces is located in Yuanyang County. In 2013, the Honghe Hani Rice Terraces were listed as the 45th World Heritage Site in China, making China the second largest world heritage country, second only to Italy.
Highlights of Honghe Hani Rice Terraces
1. Hani Rice Terrace Culture: Honghe Hani Rice Terrace has a long history of more than 1200 years. The Best-known rice terraces include Laohuzui(Tiger Mouth) Rice Terrace, Duoyishu Rice Terrace, Bada Rice Terrace and Longshuba Rice Terrace in Yuanyang County; Baohua Samaba Rice Terrace Field(宝华撒玛坝万亩梯田) in Honghe County; as well as Dongzhu Rice Terraces and Lagu Hani Rice Terraces in Lvchun County.
2. Ethnic groups and culture: There are a great number of ethnic minority people living in Yuanyang County, Honghe County, Jinping County and Lvchun County for generations. Ethnic groups in this area include Hani, Yi, Miao, Dai, Yao and other ethnic minority groups, among them, Hani minority is main ethnic group. Hani people created a brilliant terrace culture. You can have a ethnic minority discovery tour here.
3. A Heaven for Photographers: Every year, a crowd of photographers are attracted by the spectacular view of Honghe Hani rice terrace like sunrise, sunset, sea of cloud. More and more people admire the charm of Honghe Hani rice terrace.
Honghe Tourist Attractions, located in Yunnan Province, China, is a must-see destination for those who love culture, nature, and history. The entrance fee is reasonable, and there are different packages available to suit all budgets. The scenery is breathtaking, with its stunning mountains, rivers, and rice terraces. The attraction also offers an insight into the unique folk customs of the Hani people. Visitors can witness the traditional way of farming, and experience the ancient architecture and customs.
The value of the attraction is worth every penny, as it offers a unique cultural experience that is not found in many other tourist destinations. The traffic of the attraction is well-managed, with efficient transportation available to and from the site. There are various small attractions within the main attraction, such as the Duoyishu Rice Terraces, the Honghe Hani Rice Terraces, and the Mengzi Confucian Temple.
The tour itinerary is well-planned, with plenty of time to explore and take in the beauty of the surroundings. The content of the tour is informative, providing visitors with an understanding of the history, culture, and way of life of the Hani people. Overall, Honghe Tourist Attractions is a fantastic destination that is not to be missed. It offers a unique and authentic cultural experience that is both educational and enjoyable.