Encountering Elephant Trunk Hill: A poetic dialogue with natural wonders

#Mainland Travel Preliminary preparation • Documents: Bring your ID card for ticket purchase, hotel registration, etc. • Clothing: Prepare appropriate clothing according to the season. If you go there in the summer, you need to prepare light and breathable clothing, sun protection products (such as sun hats, sunscreen) and medicines to prevent mosquito bites; in spring and autumn, you can prepare long-sleeved shirts and thin jackets; in winter, it is not particularly cold, but you should also prepare a thick jacket. • Other items: Prepare a camera or mobile phone to record the beautiful scenery; bring an appropriate amount of drinking water, as it may be expensive to buy in the scenic area; if you plan to go hiking, prepare a pair of comfortable sports shoes. Transportation • External transportation ◦ Plane: You can first arrive at Guilin Liangjiang International Airport, where there are various transportation options to the Elephant Trunk Hill Scenic Area. After taking the airport bus to the city, transfer to a bus or take a taxi; you can also choose to take a taxi or online car-hailing service directly to the scenic spot, but the cost is relatively high. ◦ Train: Guilin has several railway stations, Guilin Station and Guilin North Station are more commonly used. After exiting Guilin Station, you can take a bus or taxi to the Elephant Trunk Hill Scenic Area, which is relatively close; after exiting Guilin North Station, it is recommended to take a taxi or online car-hailing service, which is more convenient and quick. • Internal transportation ◦ The scenic area is mainly explored on foot, and the roads are relatively flat, suitable for strolling and enjoying the scenery. If you have limited physical strength or carry a lot of luggage, you can also choose to take the sightseeing bus in the scenic area, which is convenient and fast. Attractions • Elephant Trunk Hill: As the core attraction of the scenic area, Elephant Trunk Hill is named after its resemblance to a giant elephant standing by the river with its trunk stretched out to drink the sweet water of the Li River. Viewed from different angles, the elephants look different. Some seem to be lowering their heads to drink water, while others seem to be looking up into the distance. It's very magical. Strolling along the riverside trail, you can admire the unique shape of Elephant Trunk Hill up close and feel the wonders of nature. • Li River Scenery: Elephant Trunk Hill is located on the bank of the Li River. The water of the Li River is crystal clear and the mountains on both sides are unique and beautiful. Taking a bamboo raft down the river, you can enjoy the picturesque scenery on both sides of the Li River, as if you are in a landscape painting. On the bamboo raft, you can also see the Elephant Trunk Hill in the distance and the surrounding mountains and waters, which complement each other and form a beautiful picture. • Love Island: The island is full of various romantic elements, such as love locks, love locks, etc. Couples can make beautiful vows here to add a romantic touch to their love. There are also some pavilions and leisure trails on the island, which are suitable for walking and taking photos. Activities • Bamboo rafting: Taking a bamboo raft to tour the Li River is an essential experience. On the bamboo raft, tourists can enjoy the beautiful scenery on both sides of the Li River up close and feel the coolness of the river water and the breeze. The bamboo rafting time is generally about 40 minutes to 1 hour, and the price varies according to different routes and boat types. • Mountain climbing and panoramic view: There are mountain trails in the scenic area. Visitors can climb to the top of the mountain along the trails and overlook the scenery of the entire Elephant Trunk Hill and the Li River. Looking from the top of the mountain, the view is wide and the scenery is spectacular. During the climb, you can also appreciate various rare plants and flowers and feel the charm of nature. • Photo opportunities: The beautiful scenery of Elephant Trunk Hill is very suitable for taking photos. Whether you are photographing the unique shape of Elephant Trunk Hill or the landscape of the Li River, you can take satisfying photos. Visitors can look for the best shooting angles at various scenic spots in the scenic area, or ask professional photographers to take commemorative photos for them. Food Recommendations • Guilin rice noodles: As a specialty of Guilin, Guilin rice noodles have a smooth texture and delicious soup. The rice noodles are served with special marinade, crispy meat, barbecued pork, fried soybeans and other seasonings, and taste very delicious. There are many rice noodle shops around the scenic area where tourists can taste authentic Guilin rice noodles. • Yangshuo Beer Fish: Made with fresh fish from the Li River and cooked with beer. The fish meat is fresh and tender, and the aroma of beer is blended into it, giving it a unique flavor. You can taste this delicacy in some restaurants near the scenic area. • Lipu Taro Braised Pork: Lipu Taro is one of Guilin’s specialties, with a soft, glutinous and sweet taste. When cooking Lipu taro and pork belly together, the taro absorbs the fat from the pork belly, making the pork belly fatty but not greasy and melts in your mouth. This dish can also be found in local restaurants. Accommodation options • Hotels near the scenic area: Staying in a hotel near the scenic area is convenient for travel, and you can also enjoy the night view of the Li River at night. Some high-end hotels provide comfortable accommodation and high-quality services, suitable for tourists who pursue high-quality accommodation; there are also some economy hotels to choose from, with relatively affordable prices. • Li River Cruise Accommodation: If you want to experience a unique accommodation option, you can choose to take a Li River cruise and stay on board for one night. On the cruise ship, tourists can enjoy the night view on both sides of the Li River and experience a different travel experience. However, cruise accommodation is relatively expensive and accommodations may be limited. Precautions • Find out the opening hours and ticket prices of the scenic spots in advance and arrange your itinerary appropriately. • Pay attention to protecting the environment and do not litter when traveling. • When visiting scenic spots in the summer, take precautions against the sun and mosquitoes; in the winter, keep warm. • When rafting on a bamboo raft, please follow the staff's instructions and pay attention to safety.