“The scenery of Guilin is peerless in the world.” This saying echoes through the ages. It perfectly captures the essence of where we stand before the \u53e4\u6995\u53cc\u6865. Guilin is indeed one of the top destinations in China. International travelers seek its scenic wonders.
Guilin’s allure extends beyond landscapes. It has a rich culture and history. Ethnic minorities add to its vibrant tapestry. The Karst landforms are unique. Rice terraces complete Guilin’s favored status. Flights and high-speed trains make it accessible. Guilin is truly a dream resort.
Guilin has become a popular destination. This has boosted tourism services. Now, you can find reliable travel agents and multilingual tour guides. Also expect good accommodation and transport. The most visited spots are Guilin City Yangshuo County and Longsheng County.
Since the Tang Dynasty Guilin has been beloved by poets and painters. Few travelers visited before 1961. People only knew its beauty through art.
In 1973 Guilin was one of 24 cities open to foreign travelers. This sparked tourism development. At that time it was mainly natural scenery. Most visitors came from outside China.
Tourism grew rapidly after 1978. This was the start of reform and a more open economy. In 1982 Guilin became one of China’s major historical and cultural cities. This brought strong support from the government. In 1985 Guilin scenery ranked second only to the Great Wall. This was in the “Most Beautiful Chinese Scenery” competition. This boosted Guilin’s fame. Visitors explored Elephant Trunk Hill and the Li River.
By the 1990s Guilin opened many historical sites. The Residence of Prince Jingjiang was typical. It was built in the late 1300s. Travelers enjoyed both landscapes and history. By 1998 “Big Guilin” included 12 neighboring counties. Yangshuo and Longsheng became well-known.
Modern Guilin offers Two Rivers and Four Lakes cruises. You can also go countryside biking in Yangshuo. See Impression Sanjie Liu and visit local families. Experience the Longsheng Rice Terraces. Explore ethnic life and unique caves.
Guilin is famous for its Karst scenery. This draws travelers from home and abroad. The city has welcomed visitors in recent decades. This has reformed tourist services. Expect reliable agents and multilingual guides. Good accommodation and transport make your stay easy.
With a history of over 2000 years Guilin has unique scenery. The karst landform is absolutely beautiful. Fresh air and enchanting landscapes line the Li River. It’s cozy to boat on the Li River. Admire the green hills and their reflections.
You can also comfortably ride a bike in Yangshuo’s countryside. The karst landscape is a feast for your eyes. Guilin features various foods. Guilin Rice Noodles and Yangshuo beer fish are highly recommended.
Guilin lies in the south of the Hunan-Guangxi Corridor. Its average altitude is 150 meters. The city borders Hunan Guizhou and Guangdong Provinces.
As a cultural and transport hub Guilin is a key tourist destination. It has a typical Karst landscape. Weathering has eroded the limestone. This created thousands of hills. The Li River flows around the city. Caves and stones have amazing shapes. “The scenery of Guilin is peerless in the world.” This saying is known worldwide. The Li River and Elephant Trunk Hill are iconic.
The best Li River scenery lies in Yangshuo. Numerous spots wait for you in other counties. Longji Rice Terraces and Lingqu Canal are great. Find Danxia Landform and Baodingshan Hill Waterfalls too.
Guilin boasts 28 minorities. These include Zhuang Hui Miao Yao and Dong. They cover about 8.5\u2030 of Guilin’s population.
Guilin is very safe. Many people work in tourism. Be careful of overly enthusiastic recommendations. Thieves operate in Guilin Railway Station and Bus Station. Guard your belongings. Be aware that some tourism information is unauthentic.
The best travel time is mid-April to early November. Guilin has a subtropical monsoon climate. It features mild weather and abundant rainfall. There is a long frost-free period. The annual average temperature is 18.9\u2103. August is the hottest month. January is the coldest. Plan your trip carefully to enjoy Guilin’s beauty.
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