Longji Rice Terraces

February 20th 2013
Longji Rice Terraces(near Longsheng!) Here in Southern China they grow rice, A LOT OF RICE. The Chinese like to cultivate rice by flooding the fields because it helps helps with soil fertilization, deters both weeds and pests, and keeps pesky vermin away. So how exactly does one grow rice on a hill? You make terraces. A LOT OF TERRACES. The mountainous region around Longsheng is heavi ... read more

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Marcus Dufort

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As a human of this Earth, I love to explore. I am an environmentalist who lives for adventures off the beaten path. My joy comes from meeting new people, trying new foods, exposure to new cultures, and visiting the regions very few Americans will ever see. I've visited countries like Ireland, France, Singapore, Australia, and Hong Kong. My latest journey has taken me on a jaunt through the Southwestern provinces of China; Guangdong, Guangxi, Hunan, Yunnan, and Sichuan. I hope you will enjoy reading what I've shared. Perhaps you too will be inspired to 'never stop exploring'. ... full info

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