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No. 19 of Best Things to Do in Guilin

A large-scale ink painting of rivers and mountains, a must-visit spot

The Yangshuo Thousand Miles of Rivers and Mountains, a large-scale ink painting, is a renowned tourist destination centered around natural landscapes, showcasing Yangshuo's natural beauty and cultural heritage. Located in Yangshuo, Guilin, this area captivates countless visitors with its picturesque landscapes. This attraction seamlessly blends Yangshuo's unique karst peaks, the winding Li River, and the picturesque countryside. Visitors experience the feeling of stepping into a magnificent ink painting, with endless green mountains and crystal-clear waters before their eyes, each frame a work of art. This is not only an ideal spot for capturing natural beauty, but also a place to experience the tranquility and harmony of nature. At dawn, a thin mist shrouds the mountains, creating a fairyland-like scene; at sunset, the landscape unfolds into a vibrant palette of colors. The Yangshuo Thousand Miles of Rivers and Mountains ink painting is a paradise for photography enthusiasts and a perfect destination for those seeking spiritual tranquility. Whether strolling amidst the mountains and rivers or simply appreciating the natural beauty, this place promises profound inspiration and movement.

No. 3 of Activities in Guangxi

Travel Photography in Yangshuo

Yangshuo, with its unique karst landform and beautiful landscape, has become an ideal place for travel photography.On the Yulong River, bamboo rafts are leisurely, the water and sky complement each other, and people on the rafts are like walking in a painting. The clear water of the Li River, with strange peaks on both sides, are a natural and beautiful painting, providing a dreamlike background for travel photography.When you step into the picturesque land of Yangshuo, every time you press the shutter, it's like having a conversation with the mountains and waters and embracing the local folk customs. Every blade of grass, every tree, every smile and every expression here are frozen in the camera's frame, transforming into unique travel memories that belong only to you. <="" span="" style="width: 346.111px;">

Li River Xingping Section Cruise

Li River Xingping Section Cruiseis an important water-based experience for touring the essence of the Guilin Li River Scenic Area, with the boarding point located at the riverside pier in Xingping Ancient Town. Here, mountains and water embrace each other, surrounded by peaks, and the river surface is wide and calm, making it a representative section where the natural scenery of the Guilin Li River Scenic Area and the cultural landscape of northern Guilin complement each other. As the boat slowly leaves the shore, classic sights such as Yuanbao Mountain and the Yellow Cloth Reflection come into view one after another. When the water is calm, the verdant peaks are reflected in the water, connecting the mountains and water, creating an exceptionally beautiful scene. There are two main route options for the cruise: one is to travel upstream, passing the Yellow Cloth Reflection to the Fresco Hill of Nine Horses, and then return along the same route; the other is to travel downstream, making a round-trip to the fishing village on the opposite bank, while enjoying beautiful peaks like Luosi Mountain along the way. During the boat ride, visitors can experience the layers and changes of the Guilin Li River Scenic Area landscape from different angles. As the boat moves forward, the distant and nearby peaks constantly change, and the river is sometimes wide and calm, and sometimes winds through the peaks.

No. 11 of Family-friendly Attractions in Guangxi

Shiwai Taoyuan

The Shangri-La Park is located about 15 kilometers northwest of Yangshuo, Guangxi. This folk landscape park was built according to the mood depicted in Tao Yuanming's “The Peach Blossom Spring”, and combined with the local pastoral scenery. Although it is a man-made scenic spot, the beautiful scenery here and the folk styles created make it very attractive.

Hunan Association

No. 7 of Best Things to Do in Guangxi

Solitary Beauty Peak Prince City Scenic Area

Solitary Beauty Peak Prince City Scenic Area, with a history dating back over 600 years to the Hongwu era of the Ming dynasty, was originally built by Zhu Yuanzhang for his grandnephew Zhu Shouqian as a princely city. Today, it is a national 5a-level attraction in guilin, with the solitary beauty peak serving as its iconic landmark. The Solitary Beauty Peak Prince City Scenic Area showcases a harmonious blend of natural landscapes and historical cultural views, embodying the concept of "a city within scenery and scenery within a city." It serves as a microcosm of Guilin, a world-renowned city celebrated for its picturesque landscapes and rich history. The famous saying "Guilin's scenery is peerless in the world," known globally, originates from the stone wall of Solitary Beauty Peak. Encompassing Guilin's three major historical and cultural systems, the attraction stands as a quintessential representation of Guilin's heritage. Entering this scenic area is like stepping through the gateway to Guilin's history and culture, giving rise to the widely circulated phrase: "Guilin's scenery is peerless in the world, and to know Guilin is to explore Prince City." As early as the Southern and Northern Dynasties period, renowned scholar Yan Yanzhi studied and composed poetry at the foot of Solitary Beauty Peak, initiating the literary tradition of the Lingnan region. During the Tang Dynasty, the first official educational institution in Guangxi's history was established here. In the Song Dynasty, Wang Zhenggong engraved the timeless phrase "Guilin's scenery is peerless under heaven" on the peak, which became the city's most representative slogan. The Ming Dynasty saw military strategist Liu Bowen recognizing Solitary Beauty Peak's auspicious location, leading to the construction of the Prince of Jingjiang's Mansion. During the Qing Dynasty, the mansion was converted into Guangxi's imperial examination hall, becoming a major testing center in southwest China that produced 585 jinshi (metropolitan graduates) and 4 zhuangyuan (top scholars), including one who achieved the rare "triple first" honor. In the Republican era, Sun Yat-sen established his Northern Expedition headquarters here. In 1954, Guangxi Normal University relocated to this site. The Solitary Beauty Peak Prince City Scenic Area has not only nurtured exceptional talents but also served as Guangxi's political, economic, and cultural center throughout history. Solitary Beauty Peak Standing solitary in the center of Guilin, Solitary Beauty Peak rises abruptly from the ground as the king of all mountains in the area. Ascending to its summit offers a panoramic view of the entire city of Guilin, embodying the majestic sentiment of "overlooking all surrounding peaks." It has been honored as the "Pillar of Southern Sky." As early as the Southern Dynasties period, renowned scholar Yan Yanzhi praised its grandeur in his poem: "None rivals Duxiu's majesty, towering above the city walls." Solitary beauty peak prince city scenic area The prince of Jingjiang mansion is the best-preserved princely relic in china and serves as the core attraction within the Solitary Beauty Peak Prince City Scenic Area. The prince of Jingjiang mansion museum, also known as the "chengyun hall," was where ancient princes handled administrative affairs. Today, the museum showcases the history of the prince of jingjiang mansion and the transformation of guilin. Visitors can explore through high-tech holographic projections and 3d displays, and even experience the ancient art of rubbing at the "prince mansion rubbing workshop."Solitary Beauty Peak cliff carvings On the cliffs of Solitary Beauty Peak, there are approx. 200 cliff carvings preserved from various dynasties, including the famous ancient saying "Guilin's scenery is peerless in the world". The site also features numerous precious buddha and tai sui stone carvings, as well as the five blessings series which appeared on the 2017 cctv spring festival gala. It is now a nationally protected cultural relic. Secret rubbings of the prince's mansion The secret rubbing technique of the Prince's Mansion has a history of over a hundred years. It is a colored feng shui rubbing craft developed by Zhu Zaojing, the third-generation Prince of Jingjiang, and has now been listed as an intangible cultural heritage. Visitors can experience this ancient rubbing technique here. Learning to create the Prince's Mansion secret rubbings holds significant value for the inheritance and development of Chinese historical culture and folk art.

2026 Global 100 - Night Attractions

Two Rivers and Four Lakes Scenic Area

Night Tour of Two Rivers and Four Lakes Take a night cruise on the Two Rivers and Four Lakes to enjoy the mountain and water scenery of Shanhu Lake, Ronghu Lake, Guihu Lake, Mulong Lake, Lijiang River and Taohua River in the city, visit the scenic belt in the core of Guilin City, and experience the water system around the city that is comparable to the water city of Venice. Highlights and Features:The night tour of Two Rivers and Four Lakes is one of the classic products of my Attraction. While taking a boat, you can not only enjoy the scenic spots of the four lakes, famous bridges and mountains, but also watch the fine performances such as osprey fishing, Yao village customs, half-zither falling moon and other fine performances that have been passed down for thousands of years. You can also cruise on the Li River and Taohua River, feel the essence of Guilin's mountains and rivers, "the city is in the scenery, the scenery is in the city", and enjoy the dazzling charm of Guilin at night. Night Tour of One River and Four Lakes Take a night cruise on the One River and Four Lakes to enjoy the mountain and water scenery of Shan Lake, Rong Lake, Gui Lake, Mulong Lake, Li River or Taohua River in the city, visit the scenic belt in the core of Guilin City, experience the ring-shaped water system comparable to the water city of Venice, as well as classic performances such as osprey fishing with a thousand-year history, Yao village customs, and the naked-eye 3D light and shadow show of the ancient city wall of Mulong Lake. Highlights and Features:The night cruise on One River and Four Lakes is one of the classic products of our Attraction. While taking a boat, you can not only enjoy the scenic spots of the four lakes, famous bridges and mountains, but also watch the fine performances such as osprey fishing, Yao village customs, half-zither and falling moon that have been passed down for thousands of years. You can also cruise on the Li River or Taohua River, feel the essence of Guilin's mountains and rivers, "the city is in the scenery, the scenery is in the city", and enjoy the dazzling charm of Guilin at night. Night Tour of Four Lakes Take a night cruise on the four lakes to enjoy the dazzling night scenery of Shan Lake, Rong Lake, Gui Lake and Mulong Lake, as well as classic performances such as osprey fishing with a thousand-year history. Highlights and Features:The night tour of the Four Lakes is a high-quality night tour route in our Attraction. You can take a boat to visit the core scenic belt of Guilin City and experience the water system around the city that can be compared with the water city of Venice. Along the way, you can enjoy many scenic spots such as Shan Lake, Rong Lake, Gui Lake, and Mulong Lake, and overlook famous bridges and mountains; watch the thousand-year-old osprey fishing, Yaoxiang customs, and the exquisite performance of the half-zither falling moon, and enjoy the dazzling and colorful landscape of Guilin at night. Day Trip to One River and Four Lakes You can take a day trip on the One River and Four Lakes by boat to see Shan Lake, Rong Lake, Gui Lake, Mulong Lake, and the urban section of the Li River, enjoy the picturesque natural scenery, and see famous mountains of various shapes. Highlights and Features:Take a day trip on a boat to the scenic belt around the core of Guilin city, where you can appreciate the picturesque natural scenery up close. Along the way, many famous mountains appear in sequence, including Elephant Trunk Hill, Fubo Hill, Diecai Hill, Seven-star Hill, Baoji Hill, and Seniors Hill. Famous bridges from China and abroad in various shapes, and elegant pagodas and pavilions decorate the ancient city of mountains and rivers, allowing tourists to truly feel the charm of Guilin's world-class landscape.

Gongcheng Yao Ethnic Museum

The Gongcheng Yao Ethnic Museum covers a total area of over 2,000 square meters and houses more than 1,600 cultural artifacts, over 700 photographic materials, and more than 10 video materials. The exhibits date from the Neolithic period to modern times, spanning 15,000 years. The powerful Yao crossbow, the colorful Banlan cloth, the Mo Yao people's dyeing method, and the craft of embroidering flowers with five-colored velvet all add brilliance to the country's colorful cultural treasure trove. Each exhibit comes to life through detailed introductions and explanations.