Day 6: 元阳，老虎嘴梯田景区

Today, the whole of SC went to 元阳 after a 3.5h bus ride. The view was spectacular along the way. We reached our hotel at first, then had lunch and went to 哈尼族’s 梯田, where there were terraced fields that were very large. Everyone walked along the narrow paths to view the fields, and the scenery. The view was really extraordinary and we were all very amazed at the beautiful view that greeted us. Many of us struggled but amazingly we completed it. Though the path was not easy to walk, we all still enjoyed the journey.

Later, we took the bus up the mountain before trekking down to a lower height. Trekking down was a challenge for us as we were walking on nature- rocks, soil and mud. Because there was very little space, so we all had to walk in a single file. It was very tiring for us and none of us experienced such a hiking trip before. It was indeed an eye opener. However, the view that we saw was worth it. Because it was so difficult to walk, we had the people at the front to warn others behind them of any mud or loose stones that were in front since they could experience it first, and so we would not walk the same path and fall or get themselves dirty. We built up our cooperation this way. Perseverance was what kept us going. Everyone cheered each other on and we realized the importance of moral support and working as a team.

After reaching the top of the mountain, though we were really tired, we ran to watch the sunset. The adrenaline was really wearing out but we cheered each other on and kept going. In the end, we caught sight of the magnificent view of the sun setting. It was really meaningful and as many have said , THE MOST BEAUTIFUL SUNSET WE HAVE EVER SEEN. It was indeed the “fruit” of our labour.

I really enjoyed the trip to the 梯田, and the climbing of  老虎嘴梯田景区. It was very steep for most of the path all the way down. We did the same thing as well: people in front of us would warn of the loose rocks or slippery stones so that the people behind would not be affected. It was a good test of our stamina and perseverance. I feel that we really demonstrated good attitude and had the “never say die” attitude.

Cheng Jun

Hui Jun

Claudia