Hanzhong Rapeseed Fields
汉中盆地油菜花（勉县阜川等）
Over a million mu of rapeseed flowers bloom across the basin on both banks of the Han River, with fields, ponds and villages forming a colorful landscape.
Every spring, the rapeseed flowers in the Hanzhong Basin bloom almost at the same time, covering over a million mu. It is one of the largest rapeseed flower seas in China. Popular viewing areas along the Han River include Fuchuan in Mianxian County, Shangyuan Temple in Chenggu, Yangxian County and Hantai District. The rapeseed terraces and villages of Fuchuan, Mianxian, complement each other beautifully, while the flat rapeseed fields of Chenggu and Yangxian stretch to the horizon, ideal for drone photography and cycling. Many places host flower festivals during the blooming season, with observation decks, walking paths and farmhouse restaurants. Most flower fields are open farmland that can be enjoyed for free, though some scenic areas charge admission. Driving or hiring a car from the city, you can visit several viewpoints in half a day to a full day. During the blooming season, weekends are very crowded, so it is better to visit on a weekday or early in the morning. Walk along the field paths when taking photos, and do not trample the crops. Drone flights must follow local no-fly regulations.
Opening hours
Open all day (open farmland)
Nearby sights
- Mount Dingjun
- Tomb of Zhuge Liang (Wuhou Tomb)
- Tomb of Ma Chao
- Wuhou Shrine, Mianxian
- Zhuge Ancient Town (Mianxian)
- Liping National Forest Park
- Nanhu Lake (Nanzheng)
- Mount Han (Nanzheng)