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Youxi Prefecture, Sanming City, Fujian Province.
The most beautiful rice terrace in Fujian Province.
The Youxi Terraces, officially known as the Youxi Lianhe Terraces, are located in Lianhe Town, Youxi County, Sanming City, Fujian Province. They are one of the largest and best-preserved terraced fields in Fujian and a significant agricultural cultural heritage site in China.
Built along the mountainside, the terraces stretch for hundreds of meters above sea level, cascading down the slopes in a magnificent, layered fashion. The maximum drop is nearly 700 meters, covering an area of tens of thousands of acres, and are distributed across several natural villages in Lianhe Town, such as Yunshan Village and Dongbian Village.
Shooting time of Youxi Terrace should select early in the morning and in the evening, and should make full use of prime time and the best time (prime time is before and after half an hour in the morning and half an hour before sunset, the angle between sun and s the horizon is 15 degree; best time refers to 9 to 10 in the morning, 3 to 4 p.m in the afternoon, the angle between sun and s the horizon is 15 degrees to 60 degrees), in order to achieve the best effect of light. In addition, the sea dials high reached more than 800 meters of the terrace, there are more than 200 days a year is shrouded in fog, so when shooting you should try to avoid the mist weather.
📍 1. Dongbian Village · Liujiaoji Viewing Platform
This is one of the prime viewing spots for Youxi Terraces and the most popular location for visitors to capture photos.
👉 Offering panoramic views of the vast terraced fields, it's especially ideal for photographing sunrise, sea of clouds, and the glow of dawn illuminating the terraced contours—the most visually stunning viewpoint.
📍 2. Yunsan Village Terraced Fields Core Area
Yunsan Village lies at the heart of the terraced fields, where the terraces wind along the hillsides for tens of kilometers. The expansive views reveal the terraced lines from various angles and levels.
It's especially spectacular in spring when the fields are filled with water, making it a favorite spot for photography enthusiasts.
📍 3. Lianyun Village Viewing Belt
Lianyun Village connects to the natural extension of the terraces, offering excellent vantage points for both sweeping panoramas and distant vistas. It's ideal for capturing wide-angle shots and exploring on foot.
In mountain villages near the core area of the United Terraces (such as Yunshan Village, Dongbian Village, Lianyun Village, etc.), many villagers operate farmhouse restaurants or homestay eateries, serving locally grown ingredients prepared fresh into regional dishes. Common specialties include:
These farmhouse restaurants are typically located near the entrance to the terraced fields scenic area, close to viewing points, or around homestays. They offer simple, authentic flavors at affordable prices, making them ideal for enjoying a meal while taking in the scenery (especially for lunch). Since these are rural establishments, it's advisable to inquire in advance about meal availability or whether reservations are required.
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📍 Destination Name: Youxi Lianhe Terraced Fields
📍 Location: Lianhe Town, Youxi County, Sanming City, Fujian Province (around Yunshan Village and Dongbian Village)
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Most visitors first travel to Youxi County, which is well connected by rail.
The most convenient option is to take a high-speed train to Youxi Railway Station, which has direct connections with major cities such as Fuzhou and Xiamen. The train journey takes about 1 hour from Fuzhou and 1.5–2 hours from Xiamen.
For travelers coming from farther away, flying to Fuzhou Changle International Airport or Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport is recommended, followed by a transfer to Youxi by high-speed rail or long-distance bus.
From Youxi County town, Youxi Terrace is approximately 30–40 kilometers away. The journey usually takes 40–60 minutes.
Travelers can drive or take a taxi from the county center, following Provincial Road S306 toward Lianhe Town. Along the way, road signs pointing to Lianhe Town, Yunshan Village, or Youxi Terrace are clearly marked. After turning onto the mountain road, the route becomes winding, but the road surface is generally in good condition and suitable for standard vehicles.
The terrace area is mountainous, and mobile signal may be unstable in some locations, so downloading offline maps in advance is advised. Night driving should be done cautiously due to winding roads and limited lighting. During weekends and holidays, visiting early in the morning or late in the afternoon helps avoid traffic congestion.
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