Brief
Guilin is a
city in Guangxi Region, China. Guilin is a scenic town and one of the best-known
tourist destinations in China. There are many scenic places within short
traveling distance of Guilin. These include Longsheng with its famous Longji
rice terraces; The Li jiang river, a scene of which is printed on the back of
¥20 bank notes; Yangshuo, a small city downstream form Guilin; and much more.
This makes Guilin an excellent base for exploring the northern end of Guangxi
region. Guilin is a beautiful city.
Reasons to visit
We welcome you to the most exciting tourist attractions and travel destinations which are given below. We take into notice each and every details about recreation, entertainment, adventure and relaxation. By looking at the things to do in city one can see if that spot offers romance, family fun, sightseeing or adventure. Drill down into the tourist attractions below to find out more about each place and see how the local customs create a unique atmosphere.
Guilin
Guilin has the stunning landscape in which the city is
situated has a kind of magic that is all its own. The strangely shaped hills, or
karsts, with the verdant vegetation ranging from bamboo to conifers together
with wonderful caves make Guilin such an attraction for tourists.GLocated in the
northeast of Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region, Guilin is considered to be the
pearl of China's thriving tourist industry on account of the natural beauty and
historic treasures. Covering an area of about 27,800 square kilometers (10,734
square miles), the city is rather compact when compared with other leading
cities in the country. However, situated within this area one may find green
mountains, crystal clear waters, unique caves and beautiful stones. Major
attractions include Elephant Trunk Hill, Li River, Reed Flute Cave and
Seven-Star Park that boasts a Stone Museum where amazing geological finds are
displayed. Believe that each of these places and many other attractions will
leave you the lasting memories.
Elephant Trunk Hill
This park on the banks of the Li River contains a hill
with a large natural arch cut into it. This resembles the trunk of an Elephant
dipping into the river. This scene is frequently used as a symbol of the city
and so has developed some fame.
Reed Flute Cave
This limestone cave with impressive stalactite and
stalagmite formations is worth a visit. An English-speaking guide will take you
around the various artificially lit formations supposedly resembling lions,
monkeys, old men, the skyline of Guilin, etc. You may have to wait a while for a
large enough group to accumulate. Avoid the hawkers by taking the elevated path
on the side of the hill, rather than the tarmac road.
Fubo Hill
A park in the northeast of the City on the banks of the Li
River. The park contains historical stone carvings and Buddhist inscriptions.
Fubo Hill itself is an impressive shear sided rock.
Yaoshan Hill Park
This is a large country park which encompasses the highest
peak in the area. Foot paths run to the summit, however the chair lift provides
an effortless way to attain the top and enjoy the scenery. There are extensive
views of the surrounding area from the sumit. There is a toboggan run down part
of the mountain. To access this, dismount the chairlift at the station half way
down the mountain.
Jing Jiang Princes City Park
In the center of the city lies a small forbidden city. Once
home to the Princes of the area. The palace buildings are now a museum and park.
Ocean Aquarium
One of the largest aquariums in Asia. This modern facility
has a wide range of fish and other aquatic animals.
Longji Terraced Field
Longji Terraced Fields is in the Heping town in Longsheng,
a 2 hours drive from Guilin. The terraced rice fields, like ladders, wind from
the bottom of the mountain to the top. The elevation varies from 380 meters to
880 meters with a drop of 500 meters. First built during the Yuan Dynasty, these
rice fields were built with the determination, sweat and blood of generations of
people. It is a testimony to the ingenuity of agriculture in mountainous areas.
These fields are often belt-shaped, narrow and long, most of which are only wide
enough for two rows of crops. The largest patch is only one Mu. There are about
66 square kilometers of terraced fields in southeast Longsheng.
Shopping
Bamboo Carving,Lapidarist Painting,Paper
Umbrellas,Landscape Painting,Painted fans,Sanjin Watermelon Extract.
Festive Celebrations
Lunar New Year,Lantern Festival ,Dragon Boat
Festival,Mid-Autumn Festival .
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