The terraced paddy-fields are built by the Hmong and Dao on the slopes where the water supply is sufficient to provide irrigation throughout the growing season. It takes a tremendous amount of work to create and maintain the paddy-fields and, in the absence of all instruments, it requires an elaborate ancestral technique, already used by the Chinese peasants before they emigrated during the second half of the 19th century. The surface area of the projected terraces is calculated according to the available water-flow. All the terraces must be perfectly horizontal, so as to maintain a constant water level before they pour into the terrace immediately below.
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This picture is amazing. Both my girlfriend and I were stunned. I'd have placed this first if I could! Congratulations on creating a beautiful photograph.
K... saw this and 1st it made me want to be there.. 2nd blows my pic outta the water.. 3rd.. Wow. what a view.. Love the framing and view.. thanks for sharing :)
If the branch is that little break along the ridge just above center, then it needs to be emphacized. If not, I don't get the connection to the challenge. Nice postcard shot tho.
Wonderful photo. Nicely composed and very relaxing with the curving line. Great image with lots of depth ... I like how the photo draws you into the scene.
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