Epic Hike: Liping to Tang’an Dong Village—China’s Dreamy Terraced Trail 🌾✨

📷 This route is straight-up legend—dubbed one of the seven most gorgeous hiking trails in all of China, and trust me, it lives up to the hype! 🤩 🌾 The adventure winds through endless terraced fields and three Dong villages, with vibes shifting between untouched old-school homes and lively, tourist-ready spots. When the mist creeps in over the streams, and you catch the sounds of cicadas and frogs, it’s Mother Nature giving you a big, cozy hug. Then, suddenly, the fog lifts, and BAM—the mirror-like terraces appear, stunning as heck! 🌥️🌄 ⏱️Trip Duration: 3.5 hours (rain or shine, including the dreamy Xiage Terrace Scenic Trail) 🚶♀️Road Vibes: All cobblestone—watch out for a few wobbly slabs if it’s raining hard! Totally walkable, though. ⚠️ Must-Know Tips: ‼️ Signposts are rare, but they always pop up where you actually need ‘em—love that! ‼️ Rule : Stick to the cobblestone path. That’s your lifeline. ‼️ After passing through Xiage Village, you’ll notice rest pavilions here and there—treat these as checkpoints to stay on track. ✅ 100% hit the restroom first—there are zero toilets or shops on the trail, so pack snacks, water, and go before you stroll! ✅ Rainy day? No stress—just throw on a raincoat and enjoy. The cobbles aren’t too slick. 🪧 The Route—Step-By-Step: 🩷 Hop the bus at the Zhaoxing Dong Village parking lot (20 yuan/ride, tickets onboard). Get off, then stroll 15 mins to the Tang’an Dong Village Archway. Feeling chill? You can grab a mini bus for 5 yuan, but walking means maxing out on epic views. ❤️ Once you pass the archway, cruise down the main street for 10ish minutes until you hit the Drum Tower. Hang a right—you’ll spot a secret little path! 🧡 When you pass the public restroom, your hiking adventure is GO! 💛 Take the stone path to a marked intersection. Take the left uphill. 💚 Spot a pavilion? Turn right and keep walking down the cobbles. 🩵 Hit another signpost, keep right, then go downhill at the fork until another pavilion pops up. 💙 After, spot the stairs on your left—head down! 💜 Walk to the right, sliding through the Xiage Dong Village archway. 🖤 Go left on a narrow path right after the archway, then hang a right at the next crossroads. 🩶 Boom—you’re on the terraced trail along the stones! 🤍 Once you’ve soaked in the vibes, backtrack and follow the signs to Zhaoxing. 🤎 See a boundary marker? You’re on the home stretch—keep heading down on the stone path. 🩷 Just 60 more minutes on the gorgeous stone trail and you’ll roll into Zhaoxing Village. ❤️ When the sign appears, congrats—you’re back where it all started in Zhaoxing! 🏞️ Must-Visit Highlight: - Tang’an Dong Village (Zhaoxingxiang, Liping, Qiandongnan, Guizhou, China) - Open 24/7, year-round—plan your adventure whenever!