Guilin

The Li River, or Li Jiang, meanders south from Guilin, flanked by dramatic karst peaks and dense vegetation. These natural features have inspired Chinese art and poetry for centuries, creating […]

Located 3 miles (5 kilometers) from downtown Guilin, Reed Flute Cave, or Ludi Yan, is a renowned limestone cave named for the reeds growing outside, which are traditionally used to […]

Nestled in the Longji region of southern China, the Longji Rice Terraces have been a cornerstone of local farming for generations. A two-hour journey from Guilin, these terraces, also known […]

Elephant Trunk Hill, or Xiangbishan, has been a Guilin landmark since the Tang Dynasty and is often regarded as a symbol of the city. Named for its resemblance to a […]

Nestled on the eastern banks of the Li River, southeast of Guilin, Daxu Old Town is one of the four ancient towns of Guangxi Province. This historic settlement offers a […]

Rising 217 feet (66 meters) above the landscape, Solitary Beauty Peak, or Duxiu Feng, has been a celebrated scenic spot in Guilin since ancient times. Known also as the “Pillar […]

Fubo Hill, also known as Wave-Subduing Hill, is located in the northeast of Guilin, partially submerged in the Li River. The hill’s unique position causes the river water to swirl […]

Nestled in Guilin, the Seven Star Park (Qixing Gongyuan) is one of the city’s oldest and most expansive attractions, arranged around seven distinct peaks. At the heart of the park, […]

Yao Mountain, the highest of the striking rock formations that rise from the banks of the Li River, stands at nearly 3,000 feet (900 meters). Located outside of Guilin, the […]

Jingjiang Wangcheng City, also known as the Jingjiang Mansion, served as the seat of the Jingjiang Family, who ruled this region of China from 1368 to 1644. Located in Guilin, […]