Da Jiucaiping
大韭菜坪
An alpine plateau on the summit of the Wumeng Mountains at about 2,777 meters. From August to September, wild chive flowers turn vast stretches of land into a purple sea, set off by stone forests and windmills. A cool summer retreat on the roof of Guizhou.
Jiucaiping lies at the junction of Hezhang, Weining and Liupanshui on the Wumeng Mountains. It is divided into Greater and Lesser Jiucaiping. Lesser Jiucaiping, at 2,900.6 meters, is Guizhou's highest peak and is known mainly for its stone forests and summit climb. Greater Jiucaiping is located in Xingfa Township of Hezhang County, at about 2,777 meters, and is the largest wild chive flower belt in the world. From August to September, purple chive flowers cover the hillsides, and white wind turbines lining the ridges set off the karst stone forests, making it a popular destination for photographers and hikers. Visiting: take the sightseeing shuttle from the visitor center up the mountain, then follow the wooden boardwalks and loop trails through the flower fields and viewing platforms. Allow about 3 hours. Ticket and shuttle prices vary by season and follow the scenic area's announcements. Getting there: about 2.5 hours' drive from Bijie city and about 1.5 hours from the Hezhang county seat, with many mountain roads along the way. Notes: the summit is windy and cold, so bring a windproof jacket even in summer. The weather changes quickly, with frequent fog and thunderstorms. Pace yourself when exercising at high altitude.
Opening hours
08:00–18:00