Guilin Solitary Beauty Peak and Jingjiang Prince City: A Journey Through History and Scenery

Solitary Beauty Peak and Jingjiang Prince City are must-see attractions in Guilin. This guide will help you immerse yourself in their charm! 1. Basic Information 🎫Tickets: Around CNY 100, including admission, a guided tour, and a performance at Jingjiang Prince City. 🕙Opening hours: 8:30 am–5:30 pm 2. Convenient Transportation 🚗Self-driving: Navigate to "Guilin Solitary Beauty Peak and Jingjiang Prince City." The scenic area has a parking lot. 🚌Public transportation: Take bus No. 10, 11, or other buses to "Jiefang Bridge" station, and walk for a few minutes. 3. Tour Route 🖼First, visit the Chengyun Gate at the entrance, then the Duli Gate, where you can see the plaque "Zhuangyuan Jidi" (the top scorer in the imperial examination). Next, visit the Chengyun Hall to learn about the history of Jingjiang Prince City. 🌄Then, head to Solitary Beauty Peak. Climb the mountain path, where you will see many stone carvings. At the top, you can enjoy a panoramic view of Guilin. 🎭After descending, visit the Gongyuan to see a recreation of the ancient imperial examination scene and experience the "imperial examination." 4. Photography Tips 📸At the foot of Solitary Beauty Peak, take photos with the mountain as the background. Stand next to the ancient-style buildings to create a traditional Chinese style. The examination rooms in the Gongyuan are also great for photos. Wear a traditional Chinese costume for an authentic feel. 5. Local Food 🥢Wangcheng Horse Meat Rice Noodles: Located near the scenic area, the noodles are as thin as hair and served with horse meat. They are fresh and delicious. 🥢Guilin Snails: Available at roadside stalls, the snail meat is tender, and the soup is rich and flavorful.