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54:43 I’m so sorry I have too many questions. How are they able to build this to begin with? How did they get anything up here? How do they get anything up here?
The construction of the Longji Terraces is an amazing feat achieved through the hard work and wisdom of the local ethnic minorities over generations. Here's how they were able to build and get things up there: Building the Terraces Terrain Survey and Planning: The ancestors of the local ethnic groups carefully surveyed the terrain and made full use of the natural topography. They chose the slopes with suitable gradients and soil conditions in the mountains and planned the layout of the terraces according to the height and shape of the mountains. Stone Masonry and Earth Filling: They used local materials, mainly stones and soil. Stones were collected from the mountains and used to build the retaining walls of the terraces. The walls were carefully built by hand, with each stone precisely placed to ensure the stability and firmness of the walls. The soil was filled in behind the stone walls and compacted to create the terraced fields. Irrigation System Construction: The local people also built a complex and effective irrigation system. They diverted water from the mountains and creeks and built channels and ditches to distribute the water evenly to each terrace. Some terraces also have water storage and drainage facilities to ensure the proper water supply for rice cultivation in different seasons. Transporting Materials and Tools Human and Animal Power: In the past, the local people mainly relied on human and animal power to transport building materials and tools up the mountains. People carried stones and soil on their backs or used horses, donkeys and other livestock to transport heavier materials. Simple Tools and Equipment: They used simple tools such as picks, shovels, hoes and baskets. These tools were handmade by the local people and were very practical for the construction and farming work in the mountains. Collective Labor and Cooperation: The construction of the Longji Terraces was a collective effort of the whole ethnic group. People worked together, helping each other and sharing the workload. This kind of collective labor and cooperation not only improved the efficiency of construction but also strengthened the cohesion and unity of the ethnic group.
Main Crop - Rice Traditional Varieties: The local people plant a variety of traditional rice species that are well adapted to the local climate and soil conditions. These traditional rice varieties have unique flavors and textures, and some of them have a long history of cultivation in the region. Growth Cycle: Rice is planted in spring and harvested in autumn. During the growth period, the terraced fields are filled with water to create a suitable environment for rice growth. The local people carefully manage the water level and fertilize the fields to ensure the healthy growth of rice plants. Other Crops Miscellaneous Grains: In addition to rice, some terraces also plant a small amount of miscellaneous grains such as corn, sorghum and millet. These crops can be used for food or fodder, providing more food sources and economic income for the local people. Cash Crops: With the development of the economy and the improvement of agricultural technology, some farmers also plant some cash crops on the terraces, such as tea, fruits and vegetables. For example, the terraces in some areas plant Longji tea, which is famous for its unique quality and taste and has a certain market share. Vegetables for Self-consumption: The local people also plant some common vegetables on the edges of the terraces or in the small plots of land near their homes, such as cabbage, radish, beans and peppers, mainly for their own consumption to meet the daily needs of the family.
Regarding Driving to Longji Terraces For Vehicles with Fewer than 9 Seats: Vehicles with fewer than 9 seats can enter the scenic area after buying tickets and can drive to the parking lots of various villages. For example, in the Ping'an Zhuang Terraces, there are winding mountain roads along which cars can reach some areas. The Jiulongwuhu Viewpoint, for instance, can be accessed by driving along the roads. For Vehicles with 9 Seats or More: Vehicles with 9 seats or more need to transfer to the shuttle buses in the scenic area, and additional fees will be charged. Features of the Roads Some Sections Are Narrow: The roads in the Jinkeng Dazhai area become narrower as you go further in from the ticket office. However, the surfaces of the roads leading to various villages are mostly flat. There Are Forks in the Road: There is only one fork in the whole scenic area, which leads to two different terraces, and there will be signs indicating the directions. During the construction period of the terraces, the local people mainly relied on human and animal power to transport construction materials up the mountain. Besides, local farmers also used simple ropeways to transport materials to higher places.
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54:43 I’m so sorry I have too many questions. How are they able to build this to begin with? How did they get anything up here? How do they get anything up here?
The construction of the Longji Terraces is an amazing feat achieved through the hard work and wisdom of the local ethnic minorities over generations. Here's how they were able to build and get things up there:
Building the Terraces
Terrain Survey and Planning: The ancestors of the local ethnic groups carefully surveyed the terrain and made full use of the natural topography. They chose the slopes with suitable gradients and soil conditions in the mountains and planned the layout of the terraces according to the height and shape of the mountains.
Stone Masonry and Earth Filling: They used local materials, mainly stones and soil. Stones were collected from the mountains and used to build the retaining walls of the terraces. The walls were carefully built by hand, with each stone precisely placed to ensure the stability and firmness of the walls. The soil was filled in behind the stone walls and compacted to create the terraced fields.
Irrigation System Construction: The local people also built a complex and effective irrigation system. They diverted water from the mountains and creeks and built channels and ditches to distribute the water evenly to each terrace. Some terraces also have water storage and drainage facilities to ensure the proper water supply for rice cultivation in different seasons.
Transporting Materials and Tools
Human and Animal Power: In the past, the local people mainly relied on human and animal power to transport building materials and tools up the mountains. People carried stones and soil on their backs or used horses, donkeys and other livestock to transport heavier materials.
Simple Tools and Equipment: They used simple tools such as picks, shovels, hoes and baskets. These tools were handmade by the local people and were very practical for the construction and farming work in the mountains.
Collective Labor and Cooperation: The construction of the Longji Terraces was a collective effort of the whole ethnic group. People worked together, helping each other and sharing the workload. This kind of collective labor and cooperation not only improved the efficiency of construction but also strengthened the cohesion and unity of the ethnic group.
What are they growing on these terraces?
Main Crop - Rice
Traditional Varieties: The local people plant a variety of traditional rice species that are well adapted to the local climate and soil conditions. These traditional rice varieties have unique flavors and textures, and some of them have a long history of cultivation in the region.
Growth Cycle: Rice is planted in spring and harvested in autumn. During the growth period, the terraced fields are filled with water to create a suitable environment for rice growth. The local people carefully manage the water level and fertilize the fields to ensure the healthy growth of rice plants.
Other Crops
Miscellaneous Grains: In addition to rice, some terraces also plant a small amount of miscellaneous grains such as corn, sorghum and millet. These crops can be used for food or fodder, providing more food sources and economic income for the local people.
Cash Crops: With the development of the economy and the improvement of agricultural technology, some farmers also plant some cash crops on the terraces, such as tea, fruits and vegetables. For example, the terraces in some areas plant Longji tea, which is famous for its unique quality and taste and has a certain market share.
Vegetables for Self-consumption: The local people also plant some common vegetables on the edges of the terraces or in the small plots of land near their homes, such as cabbage, radish, beans and peppers, mainly for their own consumption to meet the daily needs of the family.
24:47 surely there’s a way to get a car up here. Is there a road? Or else how were they able to build these buildings obviously.
Regarding Driving to Longji Terraces
For Vehicles with Fewer than 9 Seats: Vehicles with fewer than 9 seats can enter the scenic area after buying tickets and can drive to the parking lots of various villages. For example, in the Ping'an Zhuang Terraces, there are winding mountain roads along which cars can reach some areas. The Jiulongwuhu Viewpoint, for instance, can be accessed by driving along the roads.
For Vehicles with 9 Seats or More: Vehicles with 9 seats or more need to transfer to the shuttle buses in the scenic area, and additional fees will be charged.
Features of the Roads
Some Sections Are Narrow: The roads in the Jinkeng Dazhai area become narrower as you go further in from the ticket office. However, the surfaces of the roads leading to various villages are mostly flat.
There Are Forks in the Road: There is only one fork in the whole scenic area, which leads to two different terraces, and there will be signs indicating the directions.
During the construction period of the terraces, the local people mainly relied on human and animal power to transport construction materials up the mountain. Besides, local farmers also used simple ropeways to transport materials to higher places.
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