Pingba Rapeseed Flowers in Wenshan City
Attraction Overview
Around the Spring Festival, rapeseed flowers at Pingba平坝, Gumu古木, Baxin坝心 and other places of Wenshan are in full bloom.
Chinese Name:文山市平坝油菜花
English Name: Pingba Rapeseed Flowers in Wenshan City
Type: Rapeseed Flower
Best Time: Spring
Recommended Visiting Hours: 1 day
Opening Hours: All day
Ticket: Free
Address: Pingba Town, Wenshan, Yunnan云南省文山平坝镇
Why is Pingba Rapeseed Flowers So Special?
Around the Spring Festival every year, tens thousand acres of rapeseed flowers are blooming in Pingba, Gumu and Baxin of Wenshan city. When you look around, there are blue sky, white clouds and rapeseed flowers blowing in the wind. The scent of flowers is mixed with the fragrance of the soil, much like a picture of a gold “scroll painting”. Coupled with mountains and village houses are dotted in the flower field, interweaving into a beautiful and fresh pastoral painting.
Features
In March, 2017, when rapeseed flowers are in full bloom, Pingba town, a beautiful rural historical and cultural ancient town, held the first rapeseed flowers mountain bike festival, with cycling teams and general public taking part in the competition. Pingba town focused on the development of rural tourism and leisure agriculture so that the general public can feel the folk customs and rural scenery of the ancient town. After the mountain bike race, the Pingba diet and culture festival opened in the historical and cultural block. By the way of agriculture special product display, characteristic delicacy long street banquet, made the masses that come to participate in the activity and got close to rural scenery. While appreciating rapeseed flowers, you will also feel the local culture.
Location and Blooming Season
Pingba rapeseed flowers bloom in Wenshan City, located in southeastern Yunnan Province, China. The exact blooming period varies but generally occurs from late February to March, depending on weather conditions.
Scenic Views
The rapeseed fields in Pingba offer expansive, vibrant yellow carpets against the backdrop of Wenshan’s rolling hills and countryside. The landscape is picturesque and popular for photography enthusiasts and nature lovers alike.
Activities and Attractions
- Photography: The contrast of yellow rapeseed flowers against blue skies makes for stunning photographs, especially during sunrise and sunset.
- Local Cuisine: Nearby restaurants and stalls often serve local dishes featuring rapeseed flowers, such as rapeseed flower stir-fry with pork or tofu, providing visitors with a taste of regional cuisine.
Getting There
- From Wenshan City: Pingba is accessible by road from Wenshan City, approximately a short drive away, making it convenient for day trips or short stays.
- Transportation: Visitors can hire local taxis or arrange private transport to reach the rapeseed fields in Pingba. It’s advisable to check road conditions and weather updates before traveling.
Tips for Visitors
- Best Time to Visit: Plan your trip around late February to early March for the best views of blooming rapeseed flowers.
- Weather Considerations: Yunnan’s weather can be variable, so dress accordingly and check forecasts before visiting.
- Local Etiquette: Respect the natural environment and local customs while enjoying the scenic beauty of Pingba’s rapeseed flowers.
Exploring Pingba’s rapeseed flowers offers a serene escape into Yunnan’s natural beauty, ideal for those seeking a tranquil and visually captivating experience amidst the province’s countryside.
Best Time to Visit
The rapeseed flowers blossom in Spring, so the best time to visit is in spring. At that time, rapeseed flowers are most beautiful and full of life.
How to Get There
There isn’t non-stop long-distance bus from Kunming to Pingba, so you should go to Wenshan city first. Pingba Town is 30 kilometers away from Wenshan city. It takes about 1 hour from Webshan to Pingba.
Kunming East Bus Station-Wenshan Bus Terminal
Departure Time: 7:20-20:10
Price: 117 CNY or 126 CNY
Distance: 317 kilometers
Consume Time: 4-4.5 hours
Accommodation in Pingba Town
You can stay overnight in Wenshan City.
1. Phoenix Jin Jiang Hotel文山凤凰锦江酒店
Address: No.99, Fenghuang Road, Wenshan City, Wenshan文山壮族苗族自治州文山市凤凰路99号
Tel: 0876-6888777
Starting Price: 344 CNY
2. Dihao Hotel文山帝豪酒店
Address: Xinping Street, Wenshan City, Wenshan文山壮族苗族自治州文山市新平街道
Tel: 0876-8882666
Starting Price: 165 CNY
Useful Travel Tips
Not many people are familiar with the place, Pingba. If you are keen on visiting small places, you can go and see. In the spring of Pingba, you can not merely enjoy the rapeseed flowers, but also taste local food and experience local culture.
