Jiabang Rice Terraces (加榜梯田), situated in Congjiang County within the Qiandongnan Miao and Dong Autonomous Prefecture in Guizhou Province, China, encompass a vast area of nearly 10,000 mu (about 666.67 hectares). The terraces are predominantly scattered along both sides of the 25-kilometer-long road from Dangniu to Jiabang, spanning villages such as Dangniu, Jiaye, Jache, Congkai, Pingyin, Jiabang, as well as Baise and Baidang on the opposite bank of the Jache River. Among these, particularly scenic spots include Dangniu Group, Jiaye Group, Jiaye Dazhai, Jache Dazhai, and Jache Group Seven.
Table of Contents
- Basic Information
- Location and Transportation
- Highlights of Jiabang Rice Terraces
- Vlog about Jiabang Terrace
- Other Attractions in Congjiang County
Basic Information
| Estimated Length of Tour | 1 day |
| Ticket Price | 80 RMB |
| Shuttle Bus | 40 RMB |
| Opening Hours | 8.30 – 22.00 |
| Telephone Number | 0086-0855-3910111 |
Location and Transportation
Jiabang Rice Terraces are located in the northeastern part of Jiabang Township, situated in the hinterland of Moon Mountain in the western region of Congjiang County, Qiandongnan Miao and Dong Autonomous Prefecture, Guizhou Province, China. The terraces are approximately 80 kilometers away from the county seat of Congjiang.
To reach Jiabang Rice Terraces, first, take a high-speed train from Guiyang or the capital of Qiandongnan, Kaili, to Congjiang Station. From Congjiang Station, transfer to a bus at Congjiang Bus Station heading to Jiabang Township. The bus journey takes approximately 3 hours, allowing you to enjoy the scenic route before arriving at the enchanting Jiabang Rice Terraces.
Highlights of Jiabang Rice Terraces
The rice terraces cultivated by the Miao ethnic group follow the contours of the mountains, adapting to the changes in terrain. The unique topography of Jiabang determines that the size and form of the terraces vary based on the elevation, slope, and size of the mountainsides. Here, the maximum size of a terrace is rarely more than one mu, with most fields limited to one or two rows, forming fragmented plots, some as small as a winnowing basket, and the longest terrace reaching up to two to three hundred meters.
The beauty of the terraces unfolds like a picturesque painting throughout the seasons. The months of April and May mark the season of water irrigation, where the terraces, after being irrigated, shimmer with a silvery glow, accentuating their graceful and winding contours. In summer, the terraces showcase waves of lush green rice paddies, resembling ribbons of vibrant green swaying in the wind. The golden hues of harvested rice, combined with the green cover crops and the tranquil Miao hanging-foot houses scattered across the fields, create a stunning landscape resembling a beautiful Chinese ink painting.
The terraced fields are interspersed with the distinctive hanging-foot houses of the Miao people, resembling planets dotting the galaxy. Adjacent to the Jache River, with abundant rainfall throughout the year, the terraced fields and Miao hanging-foot houses are shrouded in morning mist as it rises slowly from the riverbank. This picturesque scene unfolds each day, creating an ethereal ambiance where the hanging-foot houses and terraced fields, veiled in mist, blend harmoniously with the natural surroundings. The quiet villages, small hamlets, and the terraced landscape harmonize with nature, epitomizing the beauty of symbiosis between humanity and the natural world in Jiabang.
