Picturesque terraced fields captivate in SW China's Chongqing

Photo taken on July 5, 2026 shows the picturesque Huatian terraced fields in Hejiayan Village, Huatian Township, Youyang Tujia and Miao Autonomous County, southwest China's Chongqing Municipality. The rice plants are now in the jointing and panicle initiation stage, while the layered terraces, verdant mountains and traditional houses together create a breathtaking rural landscape. (Shi Jiali/Guangming Picture)

Photo taken on July 5, 2026 shows the picturesque Huatian terraced fields in Hejiayan Village, Huatian Township, Youyang Tujia and Miao Autonomous County, southwest China's Chongqing Municipality. (Shi Jiali/Guangming Picture)