#Two Rivers and Four Lakes Travel Recommendations for 2024 (Updated in Jun)
#1 of Best Things to Do in Guilin
Lakes
Address:
Wenchang Bridge Wharf, Liangjiang Four Lakes Scenic Area, Xiangshan District, Guilin City, Liberation Bridge, Six Horses Wharf, Riyuewan Wharf, Zhiyintai Wharf
Opening times:
Open year round, 24/7Open
Recommended sightseeing time:
1-2 hours
Phone:
0773-8980066
Guilin's landscape tops those elsewhere (Travel Guide Edition)
🎉 Guilin Five-Day Four-Night Travel Guide 🚣♂️🌄🍜
Day 1: Arrive in Guilin - City Exploration
- 🚄 Arrive in Guilin from various places and check into the hotel.
- 🏞️ Visit Elephant Trunk Hill, the iconic symbol of Guilin.
- 🛶 Experience the Two Rivers and Four Lakes night cruise in the evening, enjoying the perfect combination of lights and landscape.
Day 2: Li River Scenery - West Street in Yangshuo
- 🌄 Head to the Li River in the morning, choose a bamboo raft or cruise boat, and experience the feeling of 'traveling on a boat in the water, as if in a painting'.
- 🍜 Arrive in Yangshuo in the afternoon, stroll around West Street, and taste local specialties such as beer fish and Guilin rice noodles.
- 🎶 In the evening, you can choose to watch the 'Impression Liu Sanjie' live performance, experiencing the fusion of Zhuang culture and the landscape.
Day 3: Around Yangshuo - Silver Cave Adventure
- 🧭 Head to Silver Cave in the morning to explore this natural wonder known as a 'world cave marvel'.
- 🛤️ In the afternoon, you can choose to cycle along the Yulong River, enjoying the rural scenery along the way.
- 🌃 Return to Yangshuo in the evening and enjoy the nightlife on West Street.
Day 4: Longji Rice Terraces - Experience Farming Culture
- 🌾 Get up early to go to Longji Rice Terraces, experiencing the spectacular farming culture and natural scenery.
- 📸 Hike through the terraces and take photos of the beautiful scenery.
- 🏡 Experience the life of local ethnic minorities and taste farmhouse meals.
Day 5: Guilin City - Cultural Experience
- 🏰 Visit Jingjiang Princes' City and Solitary Beauty Peak to learn about Guilin's history and culture.
- 🍃 Stroll around Banyan Lake and Fir Lake, enjoying the tranquility and beauty of the city.
- ✈️ In the afternoon, arrange activities according to the return trip time, concluding the pleasant Guilin journey.
💡 Tips:
- 🏨 Book accommodations and tickets in advance to avoid queues during peak seasons.
- 👒 Bring sun protection, as Guilin has strong UV rays.
- 👟 Wear comfortable shoes, as there will be a lot of walking and hiking.
- 📱 Prepare your camera to capture the beautiful moments of the trip.
🌟 Enjoy the Journey: The beauty of Guilin lies not only in its landscapes but also in the tranquility and harmony. I hope this guide will make your trip even more perfect! 🧳🎒 Guilin·Guangxi
HAVEN CUMMINGS
You must visit Guilin at least once during the National Day holiday
❤ You should definitely visit Guilin, regardless of the crowd. There are various ways to enjoy it, with so many attractions to choose from, just pick and play. Guilin·Guangxi has the best landscape under heaven, and after all, a scenery that can be written into textbooks is worth more than just one visit.
🌈My five-day itinerary (next time you can stay in Yangshuo·Guilin for five days):
1⃣First day: Arrive in Guilin in the afternoon, replenish energy at East-West Alley with many special snacks, 🌙 and take a night cruise on the Two Rivers and Four Lakes.
2⃣Day 2: Explore Elephant Trunk Hill⛰️ and Sun and Moon Pagodas .
3️⃣Day 3: Head to Xingping Ancient Town to experience the beauty of the Li River . In the evening, don't miss the splendid performance of The Luxury Impression of Sanjie Liu. Afterwards, you can also experience bamboo rafting on the Yulong River, visit West Street, and enjoy delicious food🥩 and shopping.
4⃣Day 4: Visit the Ten-Mile Gallery to appreciate the beautiful landscape painting. Then visit Silver Cave to experience the magic of the karst cave🕳️. Finally, go to Shangri-La🌸 to enjoy the natural beauty and Dong culture.
5⃣Day 5: Visit the Longji Rice Terraces to experience the magnificence of nature.
🏢Accommodation recommendations⭐⭐
📍City accommodation:
In the city, it is recommended to choose hotels🏨 centered around Elephant Trunk Hill or Zhengyang Pedestrian Street, which are very close to attractions and commercial areas, very convenient.
📍Yangshuo·Guilin accommodation:
If you like lively places, you can choose accommodation near West Street, so it is convenient to go shopping at night. If you prefer quietness, you can choose places close to the countryside or landscape (Binjiang Road, Bilian Alley, Fuqian Alley, Xianqian Street).
🍜Delicious recommendations:
🐟Beer Fish: Fresh fish from the Li River, fried in tea oil and braised with beer, truly tender and delicious.
🍜Guilin Rice Noodles: A must-try, highly recommended.
🥘Eighteen Stuffings: A Guilin specialty, meat fillings stuffed into various vegetables or shells, worth a try.
🥩Lipu Taro and Pork: A traditional delicacy, fragrant but not greasy.
🥠Water Chestnut Cake: Sweet and tasty, soft and delicious.
🥣Oil Tea: I'm not very used to it, but I recommend trying it.
🍚Bean Paste Glutinous Rice: Sticky and smooth texture, rich aroma.
JetsetterJive
Winter Travel Guide to Guilin: Step into the Ink Painting, Feel the Winter Sun
🌈 In winter, Guilin, shedding the heat of summer, has added a sense of tranquility and harmony. The mountains and waters here seem to be covered by nature with a thin veil, looming, like a beautiful ink painting. 🎨 Let's step into this painting together and feel the unique charm of winter Guilin!
🏞️ In winter, Guilin is still green. Famous scenic spots such as Elephant Trunk Mountain and Solitary Beauty Peak, under the winter sun, are even more magnificent. 🌄 Take a Li River cruise to enjoy the beautiful scenery on both sides of the river and feel the tranquility and comfort in winter. 🚤
👻 In winter, Guilin also has unique folk activities. Why not experience the New Year's flavor of Guilin, taste local specialties, such as Guilin rice noodles, Yangshuo beer fish, etc. 🍜🍲 You can also participate in local folk activities, such as lion dance, dragon dance, singing opera, etc., to feel the strong festival atmosphere. 🎭
🛍️ Winter in Guilin is also a good time for shopping. Local specialties, such as Guilin's three treasures (Guilin rice noodles, Guilin chili sauce, Guilin tofu), Yangshuo beer fish, Lipu taro, etc., are all good choices. 🛒
🌟 In winter Guilin, the night also has a different flavor. When the lights are on, scenic spots such as Elephant Trunk Mountain and Two Rivers and Four Lakes are even more enchanting under the light. 🌃 You can choose to take a night tour of Two Rivers and Four Lakes to appreciate the beauty of Guilin's night view. 🚢
👋 In winter Guilin, although the weather is cold, the sun is bright, very suitable for outdoor activities. Why not invite a few friends for a spontaneous trip to Guilin and feel the winter charm of this beautiful city together. 👫👬
🌈 Winter in Guilin, like a beautiful girl, wearing a thin veil, quietly waiting for your arrival. Let's step into Guilin together this winter and feel her beauty and charm. 🎉🎊
🌟 Guilin, a place that people yearn for, whether it is spring, summer, autumn or winter, has its unique beauty. This winter, let's meet in Guilin and feel the charm of this city together! 🎉🎊
KYRIE SHELTON
Guilin Two Rivers and Four Lakes Scenic Area
'Two Rivers and Four Lakes', thousands of peaks surround the wilderness, a river flows around the city, the city is in the scenery, and the scenery is in the city! Guilin 'Two Rivers and Four Lakes', refers to the Lijiang River, Peach Blossom River, Mulong Lake (including Tiefo Pond), Gui Lake, Rong Lake, and Shan Lake. The entire city's water system is 7.33 kilometers long with a water surface area of 385,900 square meters, it is a microcosm of Guilin's 'landscape is the best in the world'. This water system was formed during the Northern Song Dynasty (960-1127), at that time, boats crisscrossed Rong Lake, Shan Lake, and Gui Lake, and tourists were weaving, flourishing for a while. 'Two Rivers and Four Lakes' are inclusive and distinctive, like Jiangnan, small bridges and flowing water, exquisite and beautiful; like Venice, water transportation, endless; like Europe, pavilions and pavilions, exotic style, only the soft dialect like singing The small tune tells about being between Guilin's mountains and waters. She made Guilin's 'the city is in the scenery, the scenery is in the city, and the city and the scenery blend' feature fully displayed. And the night tour of 'Two Rivers and Four Lakes' is the highlight of Guilin's tourism. You can feel the dazzling lights, the swaying mountains and waters of Night Guilin, the beautiful artistic conception that makes people think, and the extreme beauty and cultural heritage of Guilin's mountains and waters.
EmilyDonovan93
Hello, Guilin! Hello, Two Rivers and Four Lakes
Hello, Guilin! Hello, Two Rivers and Four Lakes. Surrounded by thousands of peaks and embraced by a river, the city is in the scenery and the scenery is in the city! Guilin's 'Two Rivers and Four Lakes' refers to the Li River, Peach Blossom River, Mulong Lake (including Tiefo Pond), Gui Lake, Rong Lake, and Shan Lake. The entire city water system is 7.33 kilometers long and covers an area of 385,900 square meters. It is a microcosm of Guilin's 'best landscape under heaven'. The water system was first formed during the Northern Song Dynasty (960-1127). At that time, boats crisscrossed Rong Lake, Shan Lake, and Gui Lake, and tourists were like weaving, flourishing for a while. 'Two Rivers and Four Lakes' are inclusive and distinctive. They are like Jiangnan, with small bridges and flowing water, exquisite and beautiful; like Venice, with water traffic, endless; like Europe, with pavilions and foreign styles. Only the soft dialects are like singing tunes, telling the story of being in Guilin's landscape. It fully demonstrates the characteristics of Guilin's 'city in the scenery, scenery in the city, city and scenery blend'. And the night tour of 'Two Rivers and Four Lakes' is the highlight of Guilin tourism. You can feel the brilliant lights, the swaying mountains and waters of Night Guilin, the beautiful imagination, and the ultimate presentation of the beauty and cultural heritage of Guilin's landscape.
EmmaMcKenzie32
Let me help you to plan your Guilin trip
So many emotions after Guilin trip, wow, even it was over Chinese New Year and we were never alone…
Let me share a short summary below, of what I found the best:
1. I suggest one full day for Guilin, all walkable (and hikable, if you dare). Absolutely not to miss Two Rivers and Four Lakes evening boat trip with great light show (and live show!). My pick for restaurant is Zen Sculpture Art Restaurant, if you find time to visit them, you will find out why
2. Longji Terraces is a must. Get a driver, you need two hours each way but it absolutely worth it, start early! Stop in minority village for super-long-hair show and try to leave it without buying a souvenir… Then go to Dazhai village and take a cable car, it is a bigger place. I suggest doing cable car both ways, then leave the 2nd half of the day for Pingan village. Second village deserves more time and more walking, including walking down. if you are a hiker or this is a top season, stay overnight and do two days there!
3. River Li Four Star 4-hour Cruise is the best to get for river+hills+20RMB views plus a nice lunch. Best you use this boat to transfer to Yangshuo to stay rest couple days there, otherwise you will enjoy 1.5 hour commutes later, like we did.
4. Silver Cave in Yangshuo is a must. Fantastic lights and views not to be missed. About 2 kilometers walk inside, not hard and so many wow moments, get your camera ready!
5. Peak Ruyi in Yangshuo is a best (and easiest!) way to get enough of top-of-the-mountain views. Good walks in between with good half a day needed for this all together. Can be crowded but the place is really big. Please enjoy the glass flour walks, they are fun, uh!
6. Guilin Romance Show in Yangshuo is a great way to get a nice performance in the evening (best shows starts then), buy a closer ticket and enjoy the show
These are my top 6 picks, hope it will help you with your trip planning and let me know if I missed something big to come back ;) #planyourtrip
planyourtrip
Victor RU
📍Guilin Two Rivers and Four Lakes Scenic Area
I came here at night, it was so beautiful. Even though I didn’t come inside the pagoda, but I’ve enjoyed enough the scenic. I prefer to come to this kind of place during night because i really love night light. Also, I don’t know how I didn’t get a single pictures of the other tower, the silver one. I’m still confused until now.
In that area, me and my friends also watched some performance. It was a welcoming dance for tourists that came to that place.
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_assiralwanderlust_
Two rivers and four lakes, namely the two rivers and four lakes in the two rivers and four lakes.
The Tongjiang River, Taohua River, Shanhu Lake, Wuhu Lake, Guihu Lake and Mulong Lake in the downtown area of Guilin will be connected to form a water system around the city, namely the Two Rivers and Four Lakes project. This is a passionate and imaginative project and the largest environmental project in the history of Guilin. Today's two rivers and four lakes have added to the beauty of Guilin's mountains and rivers in the world, which is a tourist attraction for Chinese and foreign tourists.
Two rivers and four lakes means - two rivers, refers to the city section of the Lancang River and the city section of the Taohua River; four lakes, refers to the downtown city of Shanhu, Wuhu, Guihu, Mulong Lake. Reading the map of Guilin, the two rivers and four lakes constitute the main water system in the urban area. The two rivers and four lakes are one of the important projects in the upper reaches of Guilin City.
"Four Lakes" was the moat of Guilin in the Tang Dynasty. In the Ming Dynasty, as the city was expanded to the Taohua River, the original moat gradually evolved into a connected lake. Two Rivers and Four Lakes----Two Rivers and Four Lakes refers to the Guilin Ring City Water System, which is composed of Minjiang River, Taohua River, Wuhu Lake, Shanhu Lake, Guihu Lake and Mulong Lake. It is the most beautiful scenic belt around the city center of Guilin.
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At 7 o'clock, I arrived in Guilin. The sky was not completely black. I walked out of the train station and looked at these familiar buildings. I breathe the moist air. I know that this is Guilin. The memories are gradually being evoked and the taxis go to live. This time. It is scheduled to be near Zhengding Road Pedestrian Street, because it is only a short stay for one night, or choose the most convenient place.
Zhengding Road Pedestrian Street, located in the most prosperous area of downtown Guilin, whether it is tourists or locals, they all love to come here, probably the majority of tourists, the catering and accommodation account for more than half There are many food specialty shops, so they are all for tourists. Zhengding Road is the main street, tourists are like people, especially at night, it is very lively. There are many food streets around the main street. The hotel is also very much, all kinds of types, there are some bars, I think it is very convenient to live near here.
At the end of the pedestrian street, you will see colorful lights in front, here is the two rivers and four lakes scenic spot.
Two Rivers and Four Lakes refers to the Tongjiang River, Taohua River, Shanhu Lake, Wuhu Lake, Guihu Lake and Mulong Lake in the downtown area of Guilin. The four rivers are connected by the moat, and the two lakes are connected by the moat. Four Lakes was originally an environmental protection project in downtown Guilin. Later it became a tourist project. It is even the most representative tourist attraction in downtown Guilin. Now, the two rivers and four lakes and the Xiangshan Mountain area are called Liangjiang. Four Lakes Like Xiangshan Scenic Area.
Panda_Slow_Travel.
Hey! The right way to travel in Guilin is here
Baozis😜, Guilin in July is simply stunning🤩🤩🤩! This is Guilin, known as the best landscape under the heavens👏👏👏, located in the Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region, a place full of charm😉😉😉.
😎The travel route can be arranged like this:
Elephant Trunk Hill Park➡️Two Rivers and Four Lakes➡️East-West Alley➡️Xiaoyao Tower➡️Li River➡️Ten-Mile Gallery➡️Yulong River➡️Shangri-La.
There are 8 must-visit attractions, each with its own characteristics😍😍😍:
🐘Elephant Trunk Hill Park is in the downtown area of Guilin, famous for Elephant Trunk Hill🤩🤩, where you can climb onto the elephant's back and overlook the city of Guilin, the feeling is simply superb👀👀👀.
🚣♂️The scenery of the Two Rivers and Four Lakes is breathtaking😍😍, take a boat tour to enjoy the beautiful scenery along the way, and experience the enchanting night view of Guilin🌃🌃🌃.
🛕East-West Alley is an ancient street with many characteristic shops and delicious food😋😋😋, making you linger and forget to return🚶🚶🚶.
🎇Xiaoyao Tower has a long history, climb the tower to gaze into the distance, and take in the beautiful scenery of Guilin👏👏👏, as if you are in a painting🤩🤩🤩.
🛶The scenery of the Li River is picturesque🤗🤗🤗, you must experience the bamboo rafting on the Li River, it's truly a feast for the eyes along the way🚣🚣🚣.
🌾Ten-Mile Gallery is like a long scroll😃😃😃, stroll along the riverbank, admire the peculiar peaks and rocks, and feel refreshed and happy🚶🚶🚶.
🐉Yulong River is a paradise for rafting enthusiasts😎😎😎, the river is crystal clear, and super exciting🌊🌊🌊.
🌸Shangri-La is like being in the Peach Blossom Land described by Tao Yuanming🤗🤗🤗, making you forget all your troubles😝😝😝.
🎫The entrance ticket to Elephant Trunk Hill Park is free😃😃😃! The opening hours of other attractions are roughly from 8 am to 6 pm🤔🤔🤔.
👉Personal travel experience tips should also be noted😜:
🔸The weather is hot, pay attention to sun protection🌞🌞🌞, otherwise, you will get tanned😱.
🔸Bring rain gear, the weather in Guilin is changeable🌧🌧🌧, just in case😏.
🔸Book tickets and accommodation in advance🎫🎫🎫, to avoid wasting time🤔.
🔸Pay attention to safety, especially during water activities🏄🏄🏄, be sure to take protective measures🥽.
🔸Respect local customs and habits👌👌👌, be a civilized tourist🤝.
The food in Guilin is also not to be missed😜😜😜! Here are 5 recommended food streets👇👇👇:
👉Zhengyang Pedestrian Street: A variety of snacks are available🍡🍡🍡, truly a paradise for foodies😍.
👉Xicheng Road Pedestrian Street: A food street often visited by locals🍲🍲🍲, where you can taste the authentic flavor of Guilin🤤.
👉Cultural Palace Food Street: A great place for late-night snacks🍤🍤🍤, to experience the nightlife of Guilin😎.
👉Shangshui Food Street: With a beautiful environment and a variety of delicacies🥘🥘🥘, it's also great for taking photos📷.
👉Lidong Food Street: You can taste various special delicacies🥗🥗🥗, satisfying your taste buds😝.
Food recommendations are also essential😋😋😋:
🌶Guilin Rice Noodles: Sour and spicy, endlessly appetizing😝😝😝, you won't get tired of eating them three meals a day😜.
🍜Snail Noodles: Spicy, fresh, and fragrant, irresistibly delicious😍😍😍, truly a heavenly taste🤩.
🥧Water Chestnut Cake: Sweet and tasty, with a chewy texture🤩🤩🤩, loved by both the elderly and children😋.
🍗Glutinous Rice Chicken: Aromatic and full of flavor😋😋😋, once you start eating, you can't stop😍.
In short, Guilin is a place well worth visiting👏👏👏😎😎😎. Here you will find beautiful landscapes, rich cuisine, and a strong cultural atmosphere🤩🤩🤩. Come to Guilin and experience its unique charm😜😜😜!
Olivia43 Bell~
The super detailed plan for a three-day and two-night trip to Guilin is here! Come escape with me!
🌟 The super detailed plan for a three-day and two-night trip to Guilin is here!!!
💨 Come escape with me
Day1 Arriving in Guilin City
Guilin attractions are close to each other, and you can visit them all by walking in one day.
【1】Elephant Trunk Hill: The emblem of Guilin city, remember to make a reservation, enter from Gate No.3
【2】 Zhengyang Pedestrian Street: A local specialty food street
【3】 East-West Alley: An old alley from the Ming and Qing dynasties
【4】Xiaoyao Tower: A broad view overlooking the Li River
【5】 Two Rivers and Four Lakes: Enjoy the night view along the lake
【6】 Sun and Moon Pagodas: No need to climb the towers, the night view is beautiful
🏠Accommodation:
💗Travel is very convenient, from this angle Elephant Trunk Hill really looks like an elephant bowing its head to drink water🦣, the location is superb👍
Day2 Guilin to Yangshuo
【1】Xianggong Mountain: The vast sea of clouds is a paradise for photographers
【2】 Xingping Ancient Town: The riverside ancient town retains its original historical appearance
【3】Silver Cave: A natural cave with sparkling stalactites
【4】West Street: A street rich in history, stroll through it and feel the atmosphere of life
🏠Accommodation:
💖Still chose the hotel from the Poetry and Distance Group, (Poetry and Distance Gallery Courtyard Yangshuo Store), located in the central section of Yangshuo's Ten-Mile Gallery, convenient for travel, opposite is the Yulong River Comprehensive Wharf, rent a bike in the morning to tour the Ten-Mile Gallery scenery.
Day3 Yangshuo - Return trip
⛰Yangshuo's attractions are all concentrated in the Ten-Mile Gallery🛣, the scenery along the way is beautiful, ride a bike slowly in the morning, there are many paddy field cafes nearby, pass by many scenic spots, you can choose to visit the ones you are interested in. The Yulong River bamboo raft is a must-do in Yangshuo, passing through the green mountains on both sides, it's a novel experience✨
SunflowerMeadow11111
Guilin City Night Tour Highlights
🌈Guilin City Night Tour Highlights
Sun and Moon Twin Pagodas---Zhengyang Pedestrian Street---East and West Alleys❗️
These three places are connected, 😄 you can walk between them without needing to take any transportation, super convenient.
First, go to the Sun and Moon Twin Pagodas to take night photos 😃. The twin pagodas can also be climbed with a ticket, and you can take a boat ride in the lake below. I didn't ask about the specific price because I didn't try it. 😆
After taking night photos, navigate to Zhengyang Pedestrian Street. There are many foods and specialties on the pedestrian street, ☺ you can stroll around. To eat the most characteristic rice noodles of Guilin, 🤔 a local girl recommended: near the Clock Tower on Zhengyang Pedestrian Street: Chongshan Rice Noodles, 😍 Ri Tou Huo Rice Noodle Shop, and You Zha Wang's Hot and Sour Rice Noodles. 🤓
Walk straight along the pedestrian street, and at the end, across the road, you will find the East and West Alleys 😁. Hmm... the East and West Alleys have a bit of a Republic of China style, the shops are all unique, with food, tea houses for listening to opera, small bars/nightclubs (the bars are quite crowded) 😳, many locals come here to stroll. Around 8 PM, there will be a half-hour Gui Opera performance at the Central Cultural Square, very impressive. 👍
guilinlaoqing
Guilin Pure Play Tour, average cost 1680 RMB for a 5-day and 4-night in-depth experience
🌞 The scorching summer days are here, with the Dragon Boat Festival and summer vacation approaching! 👨👩👧👦 Take your family to Guilin to enjoy the cool summer and experience the supreme beauty of its landscape! A meticulously planned 5-day and 4-night in-depth tour route, for a fulfilling and cool retreat, parent-child bonding, and a trip worth taking. For those preparing to travel, come and check it out!
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❗Regarding transportation choices
✈️ Airport: Guilin Liangjiang International Airport, about 28 kilometers from the city center, you can take the airport shuttle bus directly to the city center.
🚞 Train: Guilin Station and Guilin North Station both have several high-speed trains and bullet trains, offering convenient transportation.
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🌟 Guilin 5-day and 4-night in-depth tour, no rush
🍃D1: Depart from home, arrive in 【Guilin】, pick up at 14:00 in the afternoon, head to 【Elephant Trunk Hill】, admire the emblem of Guilin city, and in the evening stroll around 【Two Rivers and Four Lakes】, enjoying the charming night view.
🍃D2: Head to 【Li River】, take a bamboo raft or cruise to tour the Li River scenery, and arrive at 【Yangshuo】 in the evening to experience the bustling West Street.
🍃D3: Cycle in Yangshuo, visit 【Yulong River】, enjoy the pastoral scenery, and in the afternoon tour 【Shangri-La】, experiencing the tranquil life depicted by Tao Yuanming.
🍃D4: Visit 【Longji Rice Terraces】, experience the Zhuang ethnic farming culture, and return to Guilin in the evening to taste local specialties.
🍃D5: Visit 【Reed Flute Cave】, explore the stalactite cave, and in the afternoon head to 【Seven Star Park】, enjoying the fusion of nature and culture, ending the pleasant journey, and returning to the warmth of home.
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🧊 Experience the coolness between mountains and waters
📍 Elephant Trunk Hill: Explore the iconic attraction of Guilin and create beautiful memories 📸
📍 Li River: Feel the tranquility and beauty of the Li River on a bamboo raft, getting closer to nature
📍 Yulong River: Cycle through the countryside, experiencing a different kind of travel fun
📍 Longji Rice Terraces: Learn about agricultural culture, and appreciate the wisdom of the working people
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carys_3850
A hotel with a poetic and picturesque ambiance in the fairyland of peak forests – I've arrived in Guilin
The Li River in Guilin is intoxicatingly beautiful, like a scene from a poem or painting. The river water is clear and emerald green, winding like a jade belt through the extraordinary mountains. The peaks on both sides are uniquely steep and varied in shape, reflecting in the river water like a dreamy illusion. A gentle breeze stirs the surface, creating ripples that glisten in the sun, complementing the blue sky and white clouds. The mountains and waters here blend harmoniously, forming a breathtaking natural scroll.
The hotel is located in the city center, by the Li River, with a superior geographical position. On one side is Longzhu Road, and on the other is the Li River, surrounded by green trees and leaning against the Fubo Hill. It is close to attractions such as East-West Alley, Wangcheng Scenic Area, Zhengyang Pedestrian Street, Jiefang Bridge, and Diecai Hill. The lobby bar on the first floor of the hotel is decorated in deep dark tones, and the treasure box in the lobby is really detailed! There is also an infinity pool on the rooftop, where you can not only swim to your heart's content but also take in the beautiful scenery!
The rooms are spacious, bright, clean, and tidy, mainly in warm yellow, decorated with green plants to add a touch of tranquility and elegance. Every corner of the room exudes a strong natural atmosphere, as if living in a landscape painting! Outside the floor-to-ceiling windows are lush green plants and magnificent landscapes, which make one's mood pleasant. Waking up in the morning, opening the window, breathing the fresh air, and basking in the warm sunshine, one can forget the hustle and bustle of the city. In the evening, sitting by the window, looking out with the wind, the stars and the river accompany you, as if you are in a fairyland!
In terms of dining, the hotel has both indoor and outdoor restaurants, offering Guilin rice noodles, oil tea, beer fish, etc., allowing you to enjoy delicious food while appreciating the beautiful natural scenery.
Guilin Travel
OliverFitzgerald36
Guilin Babysitter-Level Travel Guide
Attraction Strategy
√ Elephant Trunk Hill
The symbol of Guilin's landscape, when you come to Guilin, besides the 20 yuan note photo spot, Elephant Trunk Hill is a must-visit. The area around Elephant Trunk Hill is very spacious, making it easy to find good spots for taking photos and checking in!
√ Li River Cruise
Departing from Guilin, take a cruise downstream to admire the reflections of the peaks on both sides of the river, and experience the beauty of the 'Hundred-Mile Gallery'. Don't forget to take a photo at the reflection spot of the 20 yuan note background - Huangbu Reflection!
√ Yangshuo West Street
The heart of Yangshuo, with its antique streets lined with a dazzling array of handicraft shops and bars, is a great place to spend the evening!
√ Longji Rice Terraces
Standing at the top of the terraces, feel the harmonious coexistence of human wisdom and natural scenery!
√ Yulong River Rafting
Rafting on the 'Little Li River', the landscape on both sides is refreshing and delightful!
√ Sun and Moon Twin Pagodas
Also known as the Gold and Silver Pagodas or the Lovers' Pagodas, one of the Sun and Moon Twin Pagodas is a bronze pagoda, and the other is a glazed pagoda. There is a 10-meter-long tunnel under the lake connecting the two pagodas. It is now a new landmark of Guilin, and the twin pagodas are beautiful when lit up at night!
√ Two Rivers and Four Lakes Night Cruise
A landmark attraction in Guilin city area, including Shan Lake, Banyan Lake, Gui Lake, Mulong Lake, Li River, Taoshan River, Gui River, etc. The night light show is a must-see!
About Accommodation
Guilin City Area: It is recommended to stay near Guilin Station or the city center for convenient transportation, and you can also go out for a walk and eat in Yangshuo at night. You can also stay near West Street, where you can visit the bustling West Street at night. If you prefer quiet, choose the nearby Bilian Shan or Fuqian Lane Longji, you can stay inside the scenic area!
Specialty Cuisine
Hot Pot / Dry Pot: Beer fish, pig stomach chicken, mutton soup, spotted fish hot pot, rice cake hot pot, spicy seafood hot pot, tomato shrimp, casserole chicken, vinegar blood duck, taro chicken, snail chicken, etc!
Rice Noodles: Guilin rice noodles, snail noodles, old friend noodles, red oil rice noodles, vinegar blood duck noodles, nun's vegetarian noodles, etc!
Snacks: Oil tea, glutinous rice balls, stewed chicken cup, sweet wine eggs, bean tea, Yangshuo loquat, lotus seed soup!
elora_1930
Guilin's landscape tops those of all others in the world!!
🌸 Just got back from Guilin, beautiful! Amazing! Follow me this time to unlock the must-visit attractions in Guilin! Guilin's landscape tops those of all others in the world, let's go! 💕
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🌈 Day One: After landing, a private car was already waiting to transfer us to the hotel. The rest of the day was free for us to explore Zhengyang Pedestrian Street, taste Guilin rice noodles, and enjoy the night view of the Two Rivers and Four Lakes.
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🌈 Day Two: Woke up early in the morning, first stop to explore the Reed Flute Cave, marveling at the fantastic creations of nature. Then, we took a leisurely ride on a Li River bamboo raft, admiring the reflection of the green peaks on both sides, especially the location of the famous 20 yuan RMB background picture, don't forget to take a photo here! After that, we climbed Qianlong Ridge to overlook the Li River and the surrounding mountains, and finally visited Xianggong Hill to enjoy the panoramic view of Yangshuo. After sunset, we strolled through the bustling West Street of Yangshuo.
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🌈 Day Three: Rode bicycles through the Ten-Mile Gallery, with the scenery unfolding like a painting along the way. In the afternoon, we switched to the Yulong River, taking a bamboo raft slowly forward, passing the simple and elegant Fuli Ancient Bridge, feeling the quiet pastoral poetry. At dusk, we took a special hot air balloon ride to overlook the landscape of Guilin from a different perspective, and at night we moved to the Watermark Corridor to watch the unique cormorant fishing performance, experiencing the life of local fishermen. 🚴
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🌈 Day Four: On the last day, we visited Guihai Qinglan in the morning light, breathing fresh air and enjoying the bright spring light of Guilin. Then, we paid homage to the symbol of Guilin city - Elephant Trunk Hill, leaving behind a precious group photo, putting a perfect end to this unforgettable journey.
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📌 Warm Tips:
Guilin's weather is unpredictable, be prepared for sun protection or warmth.
Be careful when taking a bamboo raft on the Li River and hiking to prevent slipping into the water, and carry rain gear during the rainy season.
Respect the local cultural heritage and ecological environment during the tour, and practice civilized tourism.
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💖 For this trip to Guilin, we chose a very reliable local travel group. The guide not only took countless beautiful photos for everyone but also was enthusiastic and attentive, leading us to taste authentic Guilin cuisine, with no shopping stops, pure fun to the end, highly recommended!
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EpicJourneys222
Please, Two Rivers and Four Lakes! The mines I've stepped on, let no one else step on them again!
Two Rivers and Four Lakes is one of the calling cards of Guilin's landscape, boasting a reputation comparable to 'Little Venice'. In Guilin, one can see the urban landscape of 'thousands of mountains surrounding the wild, with one river embracing the city'.
It served as a sub-venue for the 2017 CCTV Spring Festival Gala. The Four Lakes (Banyan Lake, Fir Lake, Osmanthus Lake, and Wooden Dragon Lake) are presented in sequence, connecting the Li River and the Peach Blossom River.
【Transportation】
It is more convenient to go there by electric scooter. Taking a taxi during the tourist season can lead to traffic jams. It is very close to Zhengyang Street, where you can take a walk and browse around.
【Attractions】
✅ Night tour of the Four Lakes ✅ City-encircling day tour
✅ Sun and Moon Twin Pagodas ✅ Glass Bridge
✅ Lize Bridge ✅ Lake Center Island
✅ Wooden Dragon Lake ✅ Banyan and Fir Lakes Scenic Area
✅ Osmanthus Lake Scenic Area ✅ Ancient South Gate
✅ Banyan Lake Rongxi Bridge
【Cruise】
There are day and night cruises available, with different routes to choose from according to your location and time.
Day cruise departure times: 8:00 AM—12:00 PM, 1:00 PM—4:30 PM
Price: 90 RMB/adult ticket; 45 RMB/child ticket
Night cruise departure times: 17:50, 18:40, 19:30, 19:50, 20:00, 20:10, 20:15, 20:40, 21:10, 21:30
Reference price: 210 RMB/adult ticket, 105 RMB/child ticket.
Cruise duration: 90 minutes
(Boarding time is for reference only, please follow the notice from the staff for the exact time.)
【Docks】
Jiefang Bridge Liupima Dock, Wenchang Bridge Dock, Sun and Moon Bay Dock, and Xiangshan Fisherman's Dock are all located near the city center and are easily accessible.
【Tips】
1. The Sun and Moon Pagodas in the Fir Lake Scenic Area are recommended for night views.
2. The Sun and Moon Twin Pagodas can be climbed or not, as there is an admission fee of 35 RMB per person. It's also very hot to climb in the summer, and the experience is not that great, mainly because there isn't much of a special view after climbing the pagoda.
3. To capture the reflection of the Sun and Moon Pagodas, either go early in the morning or wait until the evening after the cruise boats have stopped, otherwise, there are always boats on the lake, and you can't capture the reflection at all.
4. We bought tickets at the attraction for 175 RMB per person. Children over 120m are charged as adults, and those under 120m are free of charge.
I personally think the night scenery is also very beautiful. It's not bad to experience it in Guilin.
TranquilityGetaways
Cruise through the Two Rivers and Four Lakes, and find a billion points of romance on the Li River at night!
Two Rivers and Four Lakes is the most representative city card of Guilin, consisting of the water feast formed by Fir Lake, Banyan Lake, Osmanthus Lake, Wooden Dragon Lake, Li River, and Peach Blossom River. 'Thousands of mountains stand wild, and one river embraces the city flow,' the Two Rivers and Four Lakes are that embracing water system.
Water as a green silk ribbon, mountains like jade hairpins. The old name of Peach Blossom River is Yang River, which is a major tributary of the Li River. Wooden Dragon Lake is the only man-made lake among the four inner lakes, named after the nearby Wooden Dragon Cave.
Fir Lake boasts the landmark Sun and Moon Twin Pagodas of Guilin, with the official residence of Li Zongren on its south bank. Banyan Lake and Fir Lake, both artificially excavated in the Song Dynasty as the southern moat of Guilin city, are collectively called Yangtang, a popular check-in spot. There is the ancient Banyan Twin Bridge made of white marble, and the stunning crystal glass bridge...
Watch the landscape in the morning and enjoy the clouds at dusk, and see the lights when night falls. The resplendent Xianyao Tower, the colorful Liberation Bridge, and the doubly romantic Sun and Moon Twin Pagodas all take on a different look.
Visiting the Two Rivers and Four Lakes is not only about taking a boat ride to appreciate the exquisite scroll of 'Guilin's landscape tops those elsewhere,' but also about enjoying a Guilin opera performance!
Tang Jingsong, the last governor of Taiwan, with all his passion, sadly could not hold onto the tail of Shanghai, and could only express his feelings through the art of singing.
VoyagingExplorer
Sun and Moon Twin Pagodas in Guilin: Three World Records, the Ultimate Beauty of Night Awaits You!
The scenery in the downtown area of Guilin is concentrated, making it very suitable for tourists to take a leisurely city walk. The night view is even more unique, displaying exquisiteness everywhere. Especially the Sun and Moon Twin Pagodas, it's definitely worth setting aside time in the evening to appreciate.
The Two Rivers and Four Lakes (Two Rivers: Li River, Peach Blossom River; Four Lakes: Banyan Lake, Fir Lake, Osmanthus Lake, Mulong Lake) are known as the 'Little Venice'.
The Sun and Moon Twin Pagodas hold three world records:
🌈 The golden pagoda is the tallest copper pagoda in the world
🌈 It is the tallest pair of pagodas on water in the world
🌈 The tallest copper building in the world.
The Sun and Moon Twin Pagodas are located in the middle of Fir Lake, and it only takes half an hour to walk around the lake. The docks on the east and south shores of the lake are the best spots for photography, and they are also the most crowded places. Remember to set aside time in the evening to capture the beautiful night scenery.
The Sun and Moon Twin Pagodas are located next to the Lijiang Waterfall Hotel, diagonally opposite to the No. 3 entrance of Elephant Trunk Hill Park.
The park is open for free. If you want to climb the pagodas, you can buy a ticket on site for 35 yuan, which allows you to climb both pagodas. The two pagodas are connected underwater, and there are elevators to the top.
The lighting time is from 7 pm to 10 pm, don't miss it.
❗Here are some good spots for photography:
1. The boarding area at the Two Rivers and Four Lakes Night Cruise Pier, where you can capture the effect of the two pagodas overlapping in front and behind. The last boat departs at 9 pm, after which the pier is emptier and more convenient for photography.
2. The Zhiyin Platform Pier, where you can capture the two pagodas side by side, is more crowded, and you can take photos in ethnic costumes.
⚠️ Caution: There are night lights along the lakeshore, which can impair visibility, so be extra careful when going down to the shore at night.
MACY ALLISON
March 3rd, the Dragon Raises its Head
👍Most recommended:
Longji Rice Terraces, Li River, Xingping Ancient Town, Xingping Fishing Village, Ethnic Minority Villages, Daxu Bamboo Raft/Ancient East Waterfall, Ten-Mile Gallery, Yulong River Bamboo Raft, World Lava Wonders, Silver Cave, Yangshuo West Street, Zhengyang Pedestrian Street, East-West Alley, Two Rivers and Four Lakes (Sun and Moon Twin Pagodas)
🍽Dining recommendations:
Mima River, Wooden Barrel Pig's Trotters, Ganjiajie Lemon Duck, Guilin Rice Noodles, Old Friend Noodles
CHRISTINA FRENCH
How to enjoy the Two Rivers and Four Lakes tour in Guilin? You'll understand after reading this
⭕ Attraction Introduction:
Guilin's "Two Rivers and Four Lakes" refers to the Li River, Taohua (Peach Blossom) River, and the Mulong Lake, Gui Lake, Rong Lake, and Shan Lake.
🛥 You can take a boat to tour the three major areas, each with its own characteristics,
🌟 namely the classical Chinese garden - Rongshan Lake Scenic Area,
🌟 the ecological garden where man and nature are one - Gui Lake Scenic Area,
🌟 and the Song Dynasty historical and cultural park - Mulong Lake Scenic Area;
On the boat🛥, you can also admire Guilin's famous Elephant Trunk Hill, Fubo Hill, Diecai Hill, Yao Hill, Baoji Hill, Old Man Hill, and more than a dozen other traditional famous mountains. It can be said that a night tour of Guilin's Two Rivers and Four Lakes allows you to take in the famous mountains and rivers at a glance, truly getting your money's worth.
⭕ Ticket Prices:
🌈 Route Name: Night Tour of Two Rivers and Four Lakes
🎟 Price: Adults 190 RMB/person Children 125 RMB/person
🕒 Opening Hours: 19:30-21:30
🌈 Route Name: Day Tour of Water Guilin
🎟 Price: Adults 100 RMB/person Children 60 RMB/person
🕒 Opening Hours: 8:00--16:30
🌈 Route Name: Cormorant Fishing
🎟 Price: Adults 185 RMB/person Children 105 RMB/person
🕒 Opening Hours: 19:30--21:45
🌈 Route Name: Day Tour of One River and Four Lakes including Mulong Lake
🎟 Price: Adults 130 RMB/person Children 75 RMB/person
🕒 Opening Hours: 8:30--16:30
🚌 Transportation: It is more convenient to go there by electric scooter, taking a taxi during the tourist season may result in traffic jams, it is very close to Zhengyang Street, where you can take a walk and browse around.
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📍1. The Sun and Moon Pagodas in the Shan Lake Scenic Area are recommended for enjoying the night view.
📍2. The Sun and Moon Twin Pagodas can be climbed or not, there is an admission fee, 35 RMB per person.
⭕ Attractions:
✔ Night Tour of Four Lakes
✔ City Circumference Day Tour
✔ Sun and Moon Twin Pagodas
✔ Glass Bridge
✔ Lize Bridge
✔ Lake Center Island
✔ Mulong Lake
✔ Rong and Shan Lake Scenic Area
✔ Gui Lake Scenic Area
✔ Ancient South Gate
✔ Rong Lake Rongxi Bridge
diplomatical_leona
Guilin's landscape tops those elsewhere, a travel guide
🛶Take a bamboo raft and enjoy the leisure of 'Boating on the green waves, a journey within a painting'~
🌟How to get to Guilin?
✈️Plane: Guilin Liangjiang International Airport is the second largest international airport in Guangxi, with flights to more than 20 major cities and routes within China. ✅Plane tickets are cheaper in winter, making it a great time to travel.
(1) 🚎Airport Bus: Costs 20 yuan, about 40 minutes' ride, and the terminal is the Civil Aviation Building. (There is a bus from the city to the airport every 30 minutes, it's best to leave Guilin 2 hours in advance to avoid missing your flight)
(2) 🚗Taxi: It costs about 80 yuan to take a taxi from the airport to the city center.
🚂Train: Guilin currently has three train stations: Guilin South Station, Guilin West Station, and Guilin North Station.
🚄Guilin Station: Mainly operates regular passenger trains and some high-speed trains, serving major cities in China, mainly Nanning and Changsha along the line.
🚄Guilin North Station: Has more regular and high-speed train services.
🚄Guilin West Station: Located 10 kilometers from the city center, mainly serves high-speed trains running between Guangzhou and Guiyang.
Our recommended itinerary👏
🔥DAY1: Arrive in Guilin, check into the hotel, rest a bit, then head to East-West Alley, stroll through the ancient alleys, and taste local delicacies
🔥DAY2【Fubo Hill】→ Check in at 【Elephant Trunk Hill】, resembling a giant elephant dipping its trunk into the Li River, with a round hole in the middle through which the river flows →【Sun and Moon Twin Pagodas】, the entire copper pagoda sets three world records, and it's the best spot for photos
🔥DAY3【West Street】Also known as Foreigners' Street, it is the oldest street in Yangshuo County →【Li River】boat tour
🔥DAY4【Xingping Ancient Town】Experience the charm of 'long old streets, deep alleys'.
🌟Stroll through 【Ten-Mile Gallery】
🌟【Long River】cycling, watch cormorant fishing performances
🌟Watch 【Impression Liu Sanjie】, China's first large-scale natural landscape performance
🔥DAY5
Depart to the 【Silver Cave Scenic Area】, known as the palace of karst cave art, and take a small wooden boat to visit the 'Paradise'.
🔥DAY76 Yangshuo
💖Food Guide💖
🔥Introduction to Guilin's Cuisine
🌟Beer Fish🐠: A local specialty of Yangshuo, made with fresh carp from the Li River, known for its unique crispy and tender flavor that whets the appetite.
🌟Guilin Rice Noodles🍜: White, tender, smooth, and refreshing, with a variety of ways to eat, usually mixed well and eaten dry.
🌟Lipu Taro and Pork🥩: A traditional Guilin banquet dish, made with authentic Guilin Lipu taro, pork belly with skin, Guilin fermented bean curd, and various seasonings, presenting a golden color.
🌟Stuffed River Snails🐚: The snail meat is removed, mixed with minced pork, perilla, and other seasonings, then stuffed back into the snail shells and cooked with broth.
🌟Oil Tea🍵: Guilin locals drink oil tea all year round, suitable for any season, morning or evening.
🌟Vinegar Blood Duck🦆: Made with ducklings available in midsummer, the duck is slaughtered to keep the blood, infused with sour vinegar, and cooked with tender ginger or bitter melon as ingredients.
⚠️Guilin Pitfall Guide
‼️Don't take the illegal taxis near the airport and stations.
‼️Don't trust various photo services in scenic areas, they charge money and are especially expensive.
‼️Don't easily trust the local women on the streets, they lack formal guarantees and are particularly deceitful.
💖It is recommended to plan a 4-5 day trip, as it's not easy to get out and about. Try to visit all the essential spots without rushing and take the time to relax properly.
OliviaPerry@53
From March to May, don't come to Guilin, it's really going to be………
From March to May, you will see the ink painting-like Guilin, the misty Lijiang River, the soft mountains and waters, boats sailing on the green waves, and occasionally you can see the blue sky, white clouds, and brilliant sunshine. The temperature is comfortable, and there are fewer people compared to after the May Day holiday, making it very suitable for traveling~ -
From March to May, some things about Guilin that only locals know
💫 For a tour of the Lijiang River, you can choose a cruise boat. Board a three-star/four-star boat at Mopanshan or Zhujian Pier, and disembark at Longtoushan Pier in Yangshuo, right at the West Street entrance, don't go far
💫 If you only have one day to visit Longji, it's recommended to go to the Jinkeng Terraces. The scenery is beautiful, and there's a cable car to see a more beautiful panorama
💫 For bamboo rafting on the Yulong River, it's recommended to choose Shui E Di Wanjing or Jinlong Bridge Old County. The former has excellent scenery and good value for money, while the latter offers a longer rafting time and the thrill of going down 9 dams
💫 The Ten-Mile Gallery is a must-visit, with blooming rapeseed flowers that are super beautiful, and you can easily take great photos~
💫 In March and April, you can see the limited mirror-like terraces at Longji, and staying overnight at Longji is also nice, as you can see the sunrise the next day
💫 At this time, the rapeseed flowers are in full bloom, perfect for taking a set of pastoral photos
💫 From March to May, especially during the Qingming period, the misty Lijiang River is perfect for renting a costume and stepping out of a fairyland like an ancient heroine
💫 The stilted building homestays in Ping'an Village really offer a great experience
💫 For 'Impression of Liu Sanjie' and 'The Romance of the Song Dynasty,' visiting one is enough
📍Guilin Transportation Guide
Airplane: Guilin Liangjiang International Airport
Train: Guilin currently has three train stations: Guilin South Station, Guilin West Station, and Guilin North Station, with the North Station being closer to the city center
👇How to go to Yangshuo
Bus: Buses to Yangshuo can be taken from the South Bus Station. It takes about 1.5h and costs 30
Lijiang River Cruise: The choice of most tourists, with three-star and four-star boats, directly drifting to Yangshuo, the whole journey takes 4h
👉Train: If you don't want to reach Guilin first and then go to Yangshuo, you can also take a train directly to Yangshuo Station and take a minibus from there
🎊A 5-day essence tour of Guilin
D1: Arrive in Guilin, check into a hotel
D2: Longji Terraces and Huangluo Yao Village
D3: Gudong Waterfall, Lijiang River scenery (boat tour with 20 RMB banknote background), Xingping Ancient Town
D4: Drive through the Ten-Mile Gallery, Yulong River multi-person bamboo raft, Silver Cave, night tour of Yangshuo West Street
D5: Elephant Trunk Hill - Return trip
🎊A 4-day itinerary for Guilin
D1: Various places → Guilin City → Two Rivers and Four Lakes
D2: Xingping Ancient Town → Lijiang River scenery → Dreamy Lijiang or Landscape
D3: Yulong River bamboo rafting → Silver Cave → West Street
D4: Minority Ethnic Village sightseeing → Elephant Trunk Hill
maximillianravenwood82
7 Things You Must Know Before Going to Guilin, Knowing These is Enough Before Visiting the Best Landscape in the World!
Guilin's landscape is the best in the world, what are the things you must know when visiting Guilin. I, who have been to Guilin N times, want to share with you a few things you must know before traveling to Guilin.
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1️⃣When traveling to Guilin, the general destinations are concentrated in two areas, one is in Guilin city, and the other is Yangshuo. It is recommended to spend 1-2 days in the city and 1-2 days in Yangshuo.
2️⃣The main attractions in Guilin city are Elephant Trunk Hill, Wangcheng, Dongxi Lane, Two Rivers and Four Lakes, and Zhengyang Road Pedestrian Street. These places are all close to each other, so it is most convenient to stay nearby.
3️⃣You must book in advance for the night tour of Two Rivers and Four Lakes, otherwise you may not be able to buy boat tickets on the day.
4️⃣Chongshan's Guilin rice noodles are delicious. You should eat them dry first and then add soup. This is the authentic way to eat them.
5️⃣You can choose train, car, charter, or cruise ship from Guilin to Yangshuo. If time permits, it is recommended to choose a cruise ship. It takes 3-4h to reach Yangshuo, and you can see the Guilin landscape along the way, such as the background of the 20 yuan RMB.
6️⃣You can also take a bamboo raft to tour the Guilin landscape in Yangshuo. In winter, if you choose to take a bamboo raft, you may get wet and cold, so consider carefully. You don't need to arrange too much time for the bamboo raft, just experience it for a while.
7️⃣The bustling area of Yangshuo is West Street, you can stay nearby. Beer fish is a local specialty, and you can also experience the Guangxi performance of Impression Liu Sanjie.
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Grace.Butler.68
Just checked out! Those who are going to Guilin, take a look first!! Don't be fooled anymore!!!
Before making a strategy, everyone suggested Guilin day trips!! But!! Guilin really deserves a leisurely walk, stroll along the river, eat snacks, please give it an extra day if you are not in a hurry.
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➡️About attractions
✔️Elephant Trunk Hill
Free🆓, about 20 minutes for photo check-in
✔️Sun and Moon Twin Towers
It takes about ⏰30 minutes to walk around
♻️Suggested route: Riyue Bay Wharf-Knowing Sound Stage Wharf, the angles you can see on the Internet are basically taken in this section
Lighting time: 18:00-22:00
🎫Tower admission ticket: 35
✔️Jingjiang Prince's Mansion
🎫Admission ticket: 50
Cultural attraction, it is recommended to explain, otherwise it is a bit unclear
✔️Two Rivers and Four Lakes
Free🆓, it's a park, not big, stroll around ⏰30 minutes, you can go for a walk in the morning or after dinner (it's too hot in the afternoon!!!)
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➡️About snacks
✔️Guilin rice noodles, any one you enter is delicious!!! The rice noodles in Yangshuo are really not as good as Guilin😭Cherish while eating
You can try all kinds of side dishes, there will be surprises!! I fell in love with pig lungs directly!!!
✔️Glutinous rice
Glutinous Fragrance Post, recommended by locals!! Vegetarian 4r, meat 5r, so delicious!!! The taste that can't be eaten after leaving Guilin
✔️Haitian Rice Noodle
I brushed the intestines for 2 days in a row, a bit thicker than the one I ate in Guangdong, the chili sauce is very characteristic!! There are many people every day
✔️Oil tea
Foreigners say they are not used to it, but they can try it, the taste of grass+ginger, very novel
✔️Fairy tofu
The taste of several homes is similar, you can find a store to eat
The taste is like mint-flavored jelly, with a brown sugar flavor, it is said to have added vinegar, very refreshing
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➡️About accommodation
I chose the Hong Kong House Rooftop Viewing Hotel (Guilin Liangjiang Sihu Dongxi Lane Store) in the city center, at the head of Zhengyang Street, opposite is Dongxi Lane, the attractions are basically within walking distance🉑️Book in advance about 200 per person, the Guilin rice noodles for breakfast are delicious😋
LilyMontgomery14
The Guilin four-day travel guide is here
Quickly collect it! ✨
There are many attractions in Guilin, but many attractions need to be planned in advance, so I will plan for you the must-visit attractions and routes✨
✅【Itinerary】
Day1️⃣: Depart Guilin-East and West Alleys-Two Rivers and Four Lakes Night Tour-Stay in Guilin
Day2️⃣: Li River-Yinzi Rock-West Street
Day3️⃣: Yulong River-Xianggong Mountain-Elephant Trunk Hill-Night Tour Guilin
Day4️⃣: Ten Mile Gallery-Home
✅【Attraction Introduction】
1️⃣Li River: A must-visit attraction in Guilin, you can experience bamboo rafting, see the 20 yuan background shooting location, and the aerial photography is super beautiful! There is also the most beautiful sunset of the Li River🌄
2️⃣Yinzi Rock: Feel the peculiarities of Guilin's caves, and the photos are also super out of the picture!
3️⃣West Street: Eat delicious food, a street of bars, and there are many snacks and specialty stores, a paradise for foodies!
4️⃣Yulong River: A must-experience bamboo rafting in Guilin, super exciting! There is also a super long electric car that is manually drawn, and you can enjoy the scenery along the way
5️⃣Xianggong Mountain: The best place to watch the sunrise🌅, super shocking! You can also climb mountains, enjoy flowers, and picnic
6️⃣Elephant Trunk Hill: The iconic attraction of Guilin City, you can climb to the top of Elephant Trunk Hill to see the beautiful scenery of the Li River and Yulong River, and there are many places suitable for taking pictures, which is absolutely beautiful!
7️⃣Ten Mile Gallery: A paradise for cycling enthusiasts, the scenery along the way is absolutely beautiful, as if people are traveling in the painting
✅【Food Recommendation】
1️⃣East and West Alleys: Fermented tofu, dumplings, snail powder, syrup, fried powder, roast duck intestines, roast pig's feet and other snacks don't miss it!
2️⃣West Street: Various snacks and specialty stores, and a street of bars, full of atmosphere! Recommend "Big Banyan Tree Beer Fish", the special beer fish is super delicious! There are also various beers and various special dishes, praise👍
3️⃣Field Snail Stuffing: One of Guilin's special delicacies, you must try it in Guilin! Stew the snail meat and pork stuffing into the snail shell, the soup is rich, and the taste is fresh and delicious. Recommend "Xitang Beer Fish", this shop is an old shop that locals also love to go to! There are also various beers and various special dishes, worth a try!👍
4️⃣Guilin Rice Noodles: Guilin's special snack, you must try it! Recommend "Braised Rice Noodles", the braised water is very fragrant, the rice noodles are chewy, and it's delicious! There are also various braised vegetables and tofu brains and other snacks are also very good👍
5️⃣Fried River Powder: One of Guilin's special delicacies, the taste is fragrant and smooth, and it is very chewy. Recommend "Fried River Powder", all kinds of ingredients and sauces are just right!👍
6️⃣Niupi: One of Guilin's special snacks, the taste is smooth and chewy, and it is very delicious with chili oil and vinegar and other seasonings. Recommend "Cold Skin Shop", this shop's Niupi is very famous👍
7️⃣Sugar Water: One of Guilin's special desserts, the taste is sweet and delicious, there are various different flavors. Recommend "Double Skin Milk", this shop's sugar water is very authentic👍
xerxes_6475
Guilin C Tourism | It's so worth it to take a boat tour of the Two Rivers and Four Lakes at night
Guilin's 'Two Rivers and Four Lakes', referring to the Lijiang River, Peach Blossom River, Mulong Lake (including Tiefo Pond), Gui Lake, Rong Lake, and Shan Lake, is a business card of Guilin!
When traveling to Guilin, you can see the Sun and Moon Twin Towers during the day, and the night view of the Gold and Silver Twin Towers is even more beautiful!
Choose to take a boat tour of the Two Rivers and Four Lakes scenic area
There are many piers to choose from,
We chose the Riyue Bay Bridge pier opposite the Lijiang Waterfall Hotel
Boat ticket: 210/person, call the ticket booth to reserve
Pick up the ticket half an hour before the boat departs, the boat departs at 18:30
Night tour of Four Lakes route:
Riyue Bay Pier (start), Riyue Bay Pier (end), the tour range includes Rong Lake Scenic Area, Shan Lake Scenic Area, Gui Lake Scenic Area, Mulong Lake Scenic Area.
Whole journey: 70 minutes
The scenery on both sides of the bank is beautiful, and the boat gradually moves away from the city
The mountains are undulating and overlapping, and the lights are shining on them
Like a beautiful landscape painting
During the journey, the boatman performs cormorant fishing🐟, the lady playing the guzheng on the bamboo raft, and the ethnic dance performance💃
Back to Riyue Bay Pier, the Gold and Silver Twin Towers under the night are particularly dazzling.
BoundlessRoamer
Night tour of Guilin
Winter tour of Guilin, take a cruise at night to tour the 'Two Rivers and Four Lakes Scenic Area'. This is the most famous urban water system in Guilin, composed of the Li River, Peach Blossom River, Mulong Lake, Gui Lake, Rong Lake and Shan Lake. The Guilin Twin Towers are incredibly beautiful at night, and they are also the most unforgettable scenery during the night tour of Guilin. The advantage of taking a cruise is that you can view the beauty of the Twin Towers up close.
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Winter tour in Guilin: Exploring the charm of the night in the 'Two Rivers and Four Lakes Scenic Area' by boat
Guilin, this beautiful city of mountains and waters, still shows its charming scenery in winter. Recently, I came to Guilin and had an unforgettable winter trip. At night, I chose to take a boat tour of the 'Two Rivers and Four Lakes Scenic Area' to explore the charm of the night here.
The Two Rivers and Four Lakes Scenic Area is the most famous urban water system in Guilin, composed of the Li River, Peach Blossom River, Mulong Lake, Gui Lake, Rong Lake, and Fir Lake. At night, it seems to become a dazzling water world, with twinkling lights illuminating the entire water area, making people feel as if they are in a dreamy water kingdom.
I boarded a cruise ship and started this night tour. The cruise ship slowly sailed on the water, and the surrounding scenery gradually unfolded. The twin towers on Mulong Lake are like two dazzling pearls, which are particularly dazzling under the light. The tower body is reflected in the water, and it forms a beautiful picture with the surrounding scenery.
Along the way, I also saw many bridges and buildings, which were also decorated as highlights in the night. Some bridges are full of colored lights, like rainbows across the water; some buildings show Guilin's history and culture in the form of projections and light shows.
The advantage of taking a cruise ship is that you can enjoy the beauty of the twin towers up close. I stood at the bow of the ship, facing the breeze, admiring the magnificent view of the twin towers. The tower body is colorful, and it forms a beautiful picture with the surrounding scenery, which makes people linger.
This winter tour of Guilin made me deeply feel the charm of the city's night. The beauty of the Two Rivers and Four Lakes Scenic Area makes people feel as if they are in a fairy tale world, and taking a cruise ship allows me to experience the charm of this scenic area more deeply. If you come to Guilin, don't miss this unforgettable travel experience!
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The picturesque scenery of clear mountains and waters - Two Rivers and Four Lakes Scenic Area
This is my third visit to Guilin. I stayed at the Guilin Hotel and took a walk to the Two Rivers and Four Lakes Scenic Area in the evening... Actually, the best way to visit the Two Rivers and Four Lakes is to take a night cruise. You can take the Guilin Two Rivers and Four Lakes cruise to the Wenchang Bridge Pier and Xiangshan Fisherman's Pier in the Two Rivers and Four Lakes Scenic Area of Xiangshan District, Guilin. The 'Two Rivers and Four Lakes' in Guilin refers to the Lijiang River, Taohua River, Mulong Lake, Gui Lake, Rong Lake, and Shan Lake. The total length of the water system around the city is 7.33 kilometers, with a water surface area of 385,900 square meters. The project was first formed during the Northern Song Dynasty. At that time, boats crisscrossed the Rong Lake, Shan Lake, and Gui Lake, and there were many tourists, which was very prosperous.