Learn Chinese in Yuanyang: Where Ancient Terraces Meet Modern Language Learning. Discover an authentic Chinese learning experience in Yuanyang, Yunnan, home to the spectacular UNESCO World Heritage rice terraces. The cascading terraces, carved into mountainsides over 1,300 years ago, create a mesmerizing landscape that changes colors with the seasons, from mirror-like reflections at sunrise to golden hues at harvest time. Your accommodation in Yuanyang has a spectacular view of the rice terrace.
Start my storiesThe best way to get to Yuanyang is to take high-speed train from Kunming to Honghe Station.
We offer complimentary Honghe train station pick-up and drop-off services.
Then the ride form Honghe Station to Yuanyang takes around 2 hours.
Yuanyang, located in southern Yunnan Province of China, is renowned worldwide for its spectacular rice terraces, a UNESCO World Heritage site created by the Hani people over 1,300 years ago. Situated at elevations ranging from 100 to 2,000 meters, this mountainous region is home to several ethnic minorities, primarily the Hani and Yi people. The area is famous for its stunning sunrise views over the terraced fields, particularly at viewpoints like Duoyishu, Bada, and Laohuzui. Beyond its agricultural marvel, Yuanyang offers visitors a glimpse into traditional rural Chinese life, with colorful local markets, authentic cuisine, and rich cultural traditions that have been preserved through generations.