Chongyi County, Ganzhou, Jiangxi – Travel Guide

Chongyi County in Ganzhou, Jiangxi — the Hometown of Bamboo in China and the birthplace of Yangming Culture. Featuring attractions such as Shangbao Terraces, Yangming Mountain National Forest Park, Niedu Karst Caves, and Qiyun Mountain, you can deeply experience the fusion of terrace sea of clouds and ecological landscapes in just one day.

800+

Years of History (Shangbao Terraces)

2206

km² Area

210K+

Resident Population

20+

Eco & Cultural Attractions

Panoramic view of Shangbao Terraces sea of clouds in Chongyi County, Ganzhou

Shangbao Terraces – Iconic Landscape of Chongyi County

One of China's three major terrace wonders, with layer upon layer of terraces rising and falling with the mountain terrain, creating a fairyland-like scene when shrouded in clouds, serving as a living fossil of Hakka farming civilization

Chongyi County One-Day Terrace Sea of Clouds Tour

Terrace Dream Seeking, Oxygen Bar Breathing, Cave Exploration, Mountain Panorama

                        
Duration
1 Day

                        
Main Destinations
Shangbao Terraces, Yangming Mountain National Forest Park, Niedu Karst Caves, Qiyun Mountain, Fir Good Field Flower Sea Film Base

                        
Best For
Terrace enthusiasts, nature explorers, photography fans, outdoor hikers, family travelers

                        
Budget per Person
¥200-¥550

Full Day

Chongyi Terrace Eco Exploration Tour

Shangbao Terraces · Yangming Mountain National Forest Park · Niedu Karst Caves · Qiyun Mountain

Highlights

In the morning, admire the sea of clouds over Shangbao Terraces and experience Hakka farming wisdom; visit Yangming Mountain National Forest Park to breathe fresh air in the Lanxi Valley Rainforest. In the afternoon, explore Niedu Karst Caves to see karst wonders; climb Qiyun Mountain for a panoramic view of mountains and clouds. In the evening, stroll through Fir Good Field Flower Sea and encounter pastoral romance.

Attractions

Shangbao Terraces

One of China's three major terraces, first built in the Yuan Dynasty over 800 years ago, covering a total area of nearly 20,000 mu (about 1333 hectares). The highest point reaches 1260 meters above sea level, with 36 levels. Layer upon layer rises like a ladder to the sky. In spring the water glistens, in autumn the rice waves roll, and when shrouded in clouds, it is truly 'heaven on earth'.

Yangming Mountain National Forest Park

Originally named Yangling, renamed after Wang Yangming stationed troops here. A national 4A-level scenic area with 96.8% forest coverage and extremely high negative oxygen ion content in the air, earning it the title of 'Natural Oxygen Bar'. Features include Yangming Lake, Lanxi Valley Rainforest, and Yunyin Temple, with different scenery in every season.

Niedu Karst Caves

A famous karst cave group in southern Jiangxi, consisting of 28 caves. The most famous are Xianhe Rock and Luohan Rock. Inside, stalactites present a myriad of shapes, crystal clear and translucent. Known as an 'Underground Art Palace', the cave maintains a constant temperature of 18°C, making it an ideal summer resort.

Qiyun Mountain

The highest peak in southern Jiangxi, with the main peak at 2061.3 meters above sea level. Named after a rock formation resembling clouds reaching the sky. The mountain is majestic, with sea of clouds, sunrise, and Buddha's halo as its three wonders. It is one of the top ten famous mountains in Jiangxi, suitable for hiking adventures and panoramic views.

Practical Information

Transportation

Tourist shuttle from Chongyi county town to Shangbao Terraces (about 1 hour)
Yangming Mountain National Forest Park is 3 km from the county town, accessible by taxi or cycling
Niedu Karst Caves recommended by self-drive (about 40 km from county town)
Qiyun Mountain requires self-drive to the foot of the mountain (about 50 km from county town, some mountain roads)

Ticket Info

Shangbao Terraces: ¥40
Yangming Mountain National Forest Park: ¥60
Niedu Karst Caves: ¥30
Qiyun Mountain: Free (no admission fee for climbing)
Fir Good Field Flower Sea: ¥50

Food Recommendations

Shangbao Township Terrace Farmhouse Feast (terrace rice flower fish, highland vegetables)
County town Yangming Mountain Wild Vegetable Restaurant
Niedu Township Hakka Tofu Workshop
Sishun Township Cured Meat Stir-Fried Dried Bamboo Shoots

Must-Try Foods in Chongyi County

Chongyi Nine-Layer Skin

A specialty Hakka snack of Chongyi, made from rice, chives, yellow gardenia wood, etc., steamed in nine layers. Each layer has a slightly different color and taste, with a soft and layered texture, making it a festive and hospitality delicacy.

Shangbao Terrace Rice Flower Fish

Carp raised in the rice paddies of Shangbao Terraces, feeding on rice flowers. The meat is tender and delicious, can be steamed or pan-fried, carrying a faint fragrance of rice flowers. It represents the eco-food of the terrace region.

Hakka Stuffed Three Treasures

A classic Hakka dish of Chongyi, stuffing meat filling into bitter melon, eggplant, and green peppers for cooking. Balanced meat and vegetable pairing, savory and flavorful, reflecting the Hakka culinary wisdom of 'making the most of everything'.

Chongyi South Sour Jujube Cake

Made from wild south sour jujubes found in the deep mountains of Chongyi. Sweet and sour, rich in vitamins, with no added preservatives. It is a well-known local healthy snack and souvenir.

Travel Tips for Chongyi County

Best Time to Visit

Spring (Apr-May): Shangbao Terraces irrigation period, water reflects the sky like mirror reflections
Autumn (Sep-Oct): Terraces with golden rice, spectacular harvest scene, frequent sea of clouds
Summer (Jun-Aug): Cool retreat at Yangming Mountain, cool relief at Niedu Caves, suitable for family trips
Winter (Dec-Feb): Possible snow on Qiyun Mountain, clear terrace lines, fewer tourists

Must-Do Experiences

Sunrise and sea of clouds photography at Shangbao Terraces, ascend the 'Eight Trigram Fields' viewing platform for a panoramic view
Hike through Lanxi Valley Rainforest at Yangming Mountain, experience the high negative oxygen ion environment
Explore Niedu Karst Caves, watch the stalactite light show
Climb Qiyun Mountain, challenge the highest peak in southern Jiangxi (prepare hiking equipment in advance)
Taste Nine-Layer Skin and Rice Flower Fish, experience Hakka flavors

Budget Reference

Tickets: approx ¥180
Meals: ¥70-150
Transport: ¥80-200 (self-drive fuel cost)
Shopping: ¥50-200 (sour jujube cake, bamboo products, etc.)
Total: ¥200-550

FAQ

How long does it take to visit Shangbao Terraces? → Recommended 3-4 hours, including hiking to viewpoints
Is Yangming Mountain suitable for elderly visitors? → Has gentle walking paths, suitable for leisure walks
Do I need a guide for climbing Qiyun Mountain? → Recommended to hire a local guide during peak season for safety
Where to stay in Chongyi? → Hotels in the county town or guesthouses at Shangbao Terraces, convenient for watching sunrise the next day