2024 Lingchuan Travel Guide: Must-see attractions, popular food, hotels, transportation routes (updated in November)
Lingchuan is a county in the northeast of Guangxi, close to the city of Guilin. The north and east of the county has a mountainous landscape, whereas the central areas mainly consist of flat plains. It has been an important transportation hub for centuries and is home to a number of ancient towns and villages including Jiangtouzhou, which has many examples of well-preserved Yuan, Ming and Qing dynasty architecture. There are also several scenic attractions including Gudong Scenic Area and Dayeshenjing.
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Popular Attractions
Li River Scenic Area
Li River Gudong Scenic Area
Li River Craftsman Village
Instead of checking in at Wuzhen, explore the lesser-known ancient architectural complex around Guilin
Do you remember 'On the Love of the Lotus'?
I love the lotus for it grows out of the mud and yet is not contaminated, it bathes in the clear ripples but is not seductive.
For the May Day outing, I choose to avoid the crowds
and visit the village built by the descendants of Zhou Dunyi, centered around the culture of loving the lotus.
Just a self-drive 🚗 for about an hour on the national road and you'll be there.
📍Jiangtou Village (Lingchuan County) is an architectural site from the Ming and Qing dynasties
✅ Maiden Tower
✅ Scholar Street
✅ Juren Alley
✅ Lotus Family Ancestral Hall
✅ Dragon Protection Bridge
✅ Zichu Tower
When summer comes, there will also be lotus flowers 🪷 blooming in the Lotus Pond.
Don't miss out if you like exploring ancient architecture‼️
The ancient town is not big, and it takes about 1-2 hours to tour around.
Then you can drive to 📍Tanxia Town Tanxia Market to catch the market and enjoy delicious food
✅ Shagu Rice (a kind of sticky sweet soup)
✅ Sauce-flavored cakes
✅ Various kinds of rice cakes (look for Huang's)
✅ Various spicy hot and fried skewers
Yangshuo Guide: Understand everything in one article and have fun in the essence of Guilin
Transportation🚗:
It is recommended to take the high-speed train directly to Yangshuo, and note that the highlights of Guilin are mostly concentrated in Yangshuo. During the peak season, purchase round-trip tickets at least one week in advance to avoid competing with the 'special forces' of college students. For short-distance travel in between, if you can't get a taxi, you need to bargain with motorcycle taxis and private cars to avoid being overcharged.
Accommodation🏠:
It is recommended to stay in a riverside hotel on West Street by the Li River, where opening the curtains allows you to be greeted by mountains, with the Li River also within close reach, immersing oneself in nature. If you need to take night scene photos, staying in Xingping is even better.
Routes/Check-in Spots💞:
After exiting Yangshuo high-speed train station, turn left to the bus station and take a 5 yuan bus to Xingping Ancient Town; search for Wangwang Food Fish Restaurant on Baidu, and go down the steps opposite to experience the Li River landscape that appears on the 20 yuan note during the day. Those who come to Guilin for the first time will definitely be shocked, as if they are in the beautiful scenery from textbooks.
After viewing the daytime scenery of the 20 yuan note background, search for Xingping Wharf on Baidu, take a ferry to the opposite wharf, casually find a private motorcycle or sightseeing car, and travel about 10 kilometers up the mountain to reach Xianggong Mountain Scenic Area (entrance ticket 60 yuan). It takes about 15-20 minutes to climb to the viewing platform to appreciate the essence of the Li River and the big bend
❗❗❗This place is a must-visit
Return to Xingping from the wharf, go back to the 20 yuan check-in spot (Wangwang Food Fish Restaurant), and take photos of the Li River landscape around 6:20 pm, spending 20 yuan to take a photo with an old man on a bamboo raft, which is very wonderful! If you stay in Xingping, you can come back to take photos of the Li River night scene after 8 pm; if you stay on West Street, you need to get to Xingping bus station before 7 pm and take a 15 yuan bus to Yangshuo County.
The next day, starting from West Street, you can rent an electric bike to ride through the Ten-Mile Gallery. Here are two recommended check-in spots—the big bridge at the Comprehensive Wharf and the dam near Jimah Wharf (navigate to Shuangliu Yiduting). If you can get up early (before 8 am), you can also go queue up to take a bamboo raft
Guilin 'Miss You So Much'
Tan Jianci and Zhou Ye starred in 'Miss You So Much', a modern drama, is not only a treasure trove of food, but also a promotional film for the landscape of Guilin. While watching their sweet love story, everyone can appreciate the charm of Guilin's landscape.
The reputation of Guilin's landscape has been long-standing. Everyone seems to be sitting on a boat with the young actors in the drama, touring the thousands of mountains and rivers of the Lijiang River, feeling the perfect combination of ancient rhyme and modernity. Along the way, there are many strange peaks, the Ten Mile Gallery, Liu Sanjie Park, Yulong River, Elephant Trunk Mountain, etc., each place is a beautiful scroll. The scene where Zhou Ye appeared in the terraced fields in ethnic costumes is even more eye-catching.
xavier_demetrius_nightshade Four-day travel guide to Guilin Li River
If you plan to tour Guilin Li River in Guangxi, here is a four-day travel guide for your reference:
Day 1:
- Morning: After arriving in Guilin, you can arrange to check into the hotel first, then go to the Li River pier to take a cruise to start the tour of the Li River scenic area. The Li River is a famous scenic spot, known for its 'picturesque' reputation.
- Afternoon: Enjoy the charming landscape on both sides of the Li River on the cruise, visit the Elephant Trunk Hill scenic area Elephant Trunk Hill, Fubo Hill, Nine Horses Painting Hill and other attractions. The mountains, caves, waterfalls and other natural scenery around the Li River are intoxicating. Arrive in Yangshuo in the evening and check into the hotel.
Day 2:
- Morning: In Yangshuo, you can rent a bicycle or join a cycling team, and tour along the country roads or riverside. You can visit the famous Moon Hill, Big Banyan Tree and other attractions in Yangshuo, and spend a leisurely morning wandering along the Li River.
- Afternoon: Return to Yangshuo ancient town, visit West Street and Ten-Mile Gallery. West Street is the streets and alleys of Yangshuo, a vibrant place with a variety of snacks, bars and shops. The Ten-Mile Gallery is a landscape gallery along the Li River, where you can enjoy the magnificent landscape.
Day 3:
- Morning: Return to Guilin, visit the attractions in Guilin city. You can visit Elephant Hill Park, Diecai Hill, Li River Cave, etc., and enjoy the landscape of Guilin city.
- Afternoon: Visit museums or historical sites in Guilin city, such as Li River Academy, Yangshuo County Museum, etc. You can also shop in the city, buy some Guilin specialties and souvenirs.
- Evening: You can taste local specialties in Guilin city, try Guilin rice noodles, snail noodles, etc.
Day 4:
- Morning: Go to the Longji Terraces near the Li River, which is a world-famous terraced scenic area, where you can enjoy the magnificent natural landscape. You can choose to walk through the terraces and feel their grandeur and layering.
- Afternoon: End the trip and prepare to leave Guilin. You can choose to buy some local specialties and souvenirs in Guilin city as a souvenir of the trip.
The above is a four-day travel guide to Guilin Li River, you can make reasonable arrangements according to your own time and interest. I hope you have a pleasant journey in Guilin Li River!
Amazing scenary cruise
This cruise is a must if you are in the area! Not only a transportation between Guilin and Yangshuo but a wonderful and unique experience. It's a 4 hours trip and you have lunch included. We took the 4 stars boat in VIP and I would say is worth it.
You can book a ticket with an agency or buy the tickets at the tourist office where you will sabe some money.
Guilin's peole are very kind and you can find amazing places with top views. Yangshuo has a vibe that not many places have!
This cruise was one of the top things to do in the area together with Yangshuo that was incredible!
#gooutside #nature #guilin #yangshuo
Li River Cruise in Guilin
The ticket cost RMB65 for a journey of 1.5 hours. The boat is quite comfortable with a lower and upper deck. The cruise along the Li river covers most of the mountains surrounding Guilin and the Elephant Trunk Hill. There are snacks and beverages available for sale but recommended to bring your own beverages or snacks on the boat. Besides explaining about the scenic sights, the tour guide is also busy promoting food and beverages and souvenirs for sales. If you have visited
most of the scenic spots in Guilin or do not have
much time to spend in Guilin, this excursion can be omitted from your itinerary. #lijiang #cruise
Luxurious cruise ride
A ride through cruise in Li river is one of the most suggested activity when I checked before going to Guilin 🛥. The trip is from Guilin to Yangshou and it takes around 4 hours ⏰.
I booked it through a travel agent and it costs around 480 for upper deck 4 star cruise with lunch 🍜🍲🍱. And from yangshou evening they took me back to Guilin by road. It takes around 1 and half hour.
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Budget hotel, Guilin
If you're looking for a budget hotel in Guilin with friendly staffs and proper amenities 🖥, you can checkout this hotel 🏢. Completely satisfied with the stay 🖼. Rooms are spacious and clean ✨. Also have self-service washing machine and iron box for free and a small gym. Breakfast is so delicious with lot of varieties 🍲🍜🥗. Per day it only costs around 200 RMB 💴 with 2 breakfast during the peak season.
#summervacation#hotelstay#urbanexplorer
Delicious Breakfast
Every time I went for buffet, any place in China I only get limited options because I don't have some kind of meats 🥓🥩. During my stay in Ezzi hotel they came to know about it and the very next day I was surprised because they prepared specially for us without meat 🥙🍝🥗. I was so happy to realize how much value they are giving for there customers. All the foods was delicious and lots of varieties. 🥘🥪
#summervacation#urbanexplorer
20 kilometres southeast of Guilin lies a tranquil little ancient town: Daxu. It sits on the bank of the Li River, and it’s main alley stretches to at least 2.5km long. Along the stretch of the Main Street is a stunning array of historic architecture, including this stunning carving of a dragon wrapping itself round a pillar of the Longevity Temple.⠀
The main street of Daxu Ancient Town runs parallel to the river, and is lined with bright red lanterns and tables filled with little trinkets, second hand antiques, colourful handmade clothes and local treats!⠀
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Walk further down and you’ll witness local life at its finest: chickens roaming free, the elderly reclining as they watch tv and parents cooking hearty homestyle meals for their children.
📍Daxu Ancient Town, China⠀
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#waterfalls
Nice place to go to when you are in Guilin. Check out the old place, old houses, old streets but combined with lots of stores...
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#daweiancienttown
The Riverview Hotel or Ancient Town Jiang Jing Hotel. An awesome place to stay in Guilin where you can see the river and a view of the mountains. Dawei Ancient Town is just a walking distance from this hotel.
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📍大圩古镇, Guilin
大圩古镇 or Dawei Ancient Town is basically an ancient town in Guilin and also one of tourist attractions in Guilin. When i came here, it was packed with many tourists, that was why i didn’t take so many pictures of myself.
ps: that wasn’t me, i helped my friend to take a pict of her.
#givethanks
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Always be a plessure to travel and know about new places , cultures, peoples ! such a good experience 🌹
Guilin Autumn Travel Guide: 1 Day of Fun in the Mountains and Rivers.
How to have fun in Guilin? This 1-day travel guide will help you explore Guilin without any pitfalls or detours. Save it now!
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Must-see attractions:
Daxu Ancient Town ⭐⭐⭐
- Address: Wanshou Road, Lingchuan County, Guilin City, Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region
- Opening hours: All day
- Duration: 3–4 hours
The arcades and ancient wooden structures along the street will take you back in time to ancient China. Come and experience the ancient charm.
Xingping Fishing Village ⭐⭐⭐
- Address: Xingping Town, Yangshuo County, Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region
- Opening hours: All day
- Duration: 3–4 hours
Surrounded by mountains, the fishing village has preserved the typical features of Ming and Qing summer residences in northern Guangxi. It is like a paradise.
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🎒 Travel Checklist: Must-have items for your trip to Guilin!
👕 **Clothing**: The temperature in Guilin is moderate in November. You can wear light cotton clothes during the day. It is a bit cool at night, so it is recommended to bring a light jacket. Don't forget to bring a sun hat and sunglasses for sun protection and style!
👟 **Shoes**: Guilin has many mountains and rivers, so a pair of comfortable sneakers is a must. If you want to play water sports, remember to bring a pair of non-slip sandals.
🎫 **Documents and Finances**: ID card, cash, and bank card are essential. Don't forget to buy tickets or book hotels in advance to enjoy more discounts.
📸 **Photography Equipment**: Guilin is picturesque, so how can you not take photos? Bring a camera or phone, as well as a power bank, to capture the beautiful scenery at any time.
💊 **Emergency Supplies**: Safety is important when traveling. Bring common medicines such as cold medicine, anti-diarrhea medicine, and first aid supplies such as band-aids in case of emergency.
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🎉 Guilin's beautiful scenery is waiting for you to explore. Don't miss it! Come and start your Guilin trip and enjoy the pleasant time in the mountains and rivers~✨
5-Day Guilin Tour | A Breathtaking Autumn Fairy Tale
|A Breathtaking Autumn Fairy Tale. Hey guys! Here's a detailed guide to a 5-day Guilin tour, where you can enjoy the world's most beautiful mountains and rivers. Don't miss out on this easy guide to the best views!
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🛤️Itinerary:
Day 1: Arrive in Guilin, airport transfer -> Check in to a 5-star hotel & enjoy afternoon tea at Yacui Garden. Free time on the first day, with VIP treatment.
Day 2: Huangluo Yao Village -> Longji Rice Terraces, explore minority culture -> Ping'an Zhuang Village -> Seven Stars with Moon & Nine Dragons and Five Tigers Viewing Platform, enjoy the magnificent view of the rice terraces.
Day 3: Take a 4-star cruise on the Li River -> Visit the Li River Scenic Area, enjoy the world's most beautiful mountains and rivers -> Silver Cave, explore the karst cave -> Stroll along West Street, try local snacks -> Impression Liu Sanjie, a live performance in the mountains and rivers, experience the fusion of art and nature.
Day 4: Yulong River rafting, take a leisurely stroll -> Shangri-La, find a paradise on earth -> Ten-Mile Gallery, cycle and enjoy the rural scenery.
Day 5: Gudong Scenic Area, explore the source of the Li River, end your wonderful Guilin trip.
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Tips:
- Food: Guilin rice noodles are a must-try, with a smooth texture and rich broth. Don't forget to add pickled beans and peanuts! 🍜
- Photo spots: The Li River is the most beautiful in the world. Take a cruise and snap some amazing photos! 📸
- Souvenir prices: Guilin Sanhua Liquor and fermented bean curd are affordable and make great gifts. 💰
- Local customs: The local ethnic minorities have many festivals, where you can experience a different culture. 🎉
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Come to Guilin and experience the poetry and beauty of the mountains and rivers! Don't forget to like and save this post, and share it with your friends so they can explore the beauty of Guilin too! 🌄✨
Guilin Xiaoping Le [First Ginkgo Forest Camping in Early Winter].
Guilin Xiaoping Le [First Ginkgo Forest Camping in Early Winter] || The ginkgo leaves in Haiyang Township and Huameinong on the 23rd and 24th have already turned yellow and even started to fall 🍂. In another week, they will probably all fall, and the scenic spots will be jammed with traffic. So, I avoided the tourists and found a ginkgo forest in the village to camp. I won't come again next time.
Guilin | A poetic retreat in a landscape painting.
| A poetic retreat in a landscape painting. "Guilin's scenery is the best under heaven" is no exaggeration. When you step into Guilin, it's like walking into a natural landscape painting.
🌳Natural Scenery:
The Lijiang River is undoubtedly the soul of Guilin. Take a bamboo raft down the river, and you'll see the clear water reflecting the strange peaks on both sides, each with its own unique shape. Some look like camels crossing the river, while others resemble a child worshiping Guanyin. The misty clouds create a dreamlike atmosphere. The Ten-Mile Gallery in Yangshuo is a scenic spot with beautiful views at every turn. Ride a bike through the countryside, and you'll see rolling hills in the distance, golden rice fields nearby, and the gentle breeze creating waves in the rice paddies, like a paradise on earth. The Yulong River is another must-see, with its emerald green water, leisurely bamboo rafts, and swaying phoenix tail bamboos on both sides, as if telling stories from a thousand years ago. [Insert beautiful photos of the Lijiang River, Ten-Mile Gallery, and Yulong River]
🍜Local Cuisine:
Yangshuo beer fish is a must-try! Fresh fish from the Lijiang River is pan-fried until golden brown on both sides, then simmered in beer. The fish is tender and juicy, with a malty aroma that will intoxicate you with every bite. We recommend [Master Chef Beer Fish], which has authentic flavors and a nice ambiance. Guilin rice noodles are also famous, with smooth noodles, rich broth, and toppings like char siu, crispy pork, and peanuts. Mix it all together and slurp it down for a satisfying meal. You might find the most authentic Guilin rice noodles in any small shop on the street.
🏨Accommodation Options:
If you want to experience the slow life in Guilin, you can stay in a guesthouse in Yangshuo. For example, [Yangshuo West Street Guesthouse] is located near West Street, making it convenient to get around and enjoy the bustling nightlife. Each room has its own unique decor, and some even have small balconies where you can overlook the night view of West Street or the distant mountains and rivers. If you're looking for a high-quality vacation experience, some star-rated hotels in Guilin city, such as [Guilin Lijiang Waterfall Hotel], are great choices. The hotel has complete facilities and first-class service, and some rooms even offer direct views of the Lijiang River.
Guilin is like a gift from nature to the world, with its unique charm in its scenery, food, and accommodation. Whether you're seeking a peaceful vacation or an adventurous exploration, Guilin can satisfy you. Come to Guilin for an unforgettable trip and immerse yourself in the poetic and picturesque landscape.💕
Guilin 4-Day Tour | Fall in love with Guilin in autumn.
| Fall in love with Guilin in autumn. Guilin 4-day tour, enjoy the mountains and rivers! A super practical guide to help you explore the beauty of Guilin without wasting time. Save it now!
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🗓Itinerary:
Day 1: Two Rivers and Four Lakes Scenic Area - Zhengyang Pedestrian Street - Sun and Moon Twin Towers
Start your Guilin trip with a visit to the Two Rivers and Four Lakes Scenic Area to experience the charm of the water city. Stroll along Zhengyang Pedestrian Street in the afternoon and taste local snacks. Climb the Sun and Moon Twin Towers at night to overlook the night view of Guilin.
Day 2: Gudong Scenic Area of Lijiang River - "Impression of Sanjie Liu" Show - Elephant Trunk Hill Scenic Area - Sun and Moon Twin Towers
Explore the natural wonders of Gudong Scenic Area of Lijiang River and enjoy the wonderful "Impression of Sanjie Liu" show. Visit Elephant Trunk Hill in the afternoon to appreciate the beauty of Guilin's mountains and rivers. Visit the Sun and Moon Twin Towers again at night to enjoy the night view from a different angle.
Day 3: Yulong River Scenic Area - Yulong River Rafting - Lijiang River Scenic Area - Ten-Mile Gallery - Silver Cave - West Street
Experience the fun of Yulong River Rafting and enjoy the magnificent scenery of Lijiang River Scenic Area along the way. Travel through the Ten-Mile Gallery in the afternoon and explore the magical karst cave of Silver Cave. Visit West Street at night to experience the nightlife of Yangshuo.
Day 4: Ten-Mile Gallery - Moon Hill Scenic Area in Yangshuo - Shangri-La
Visit the Ten-Mile Gallery again to appreciate the beauty of the mountains and rivers. Then head to Moon Hill Scenic Area in Yangshuo to admire the unique shape of Moon Hill. Finally, visit Shangri-La to experience the tranquility and comfort of rural life.
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Tips:
🍜 Food: Guilin rice noodles are a must-try, as well as Yangshuo beer fish, Lijiang braised pork, and other specialties.
✈️ Airport transportation: There are airport buses from the airport to the city, or you can arrange a taxi in advance.
🌦️ November climate: Warm and comfortable during the day, slightly cool at night. It is recommended to bring a light jacket.
🚣♂️ Activities: Lijiang River bamboo rafting is a classic activity, so remember to book in advance.
📸 Photography: Guilin's mountains and rivers are the best in the world, so don't forget to bring your camera or phone to capture the beautiful scenery.
👟 Walking: Wear comfortable sneakers when visiting scenic spots for easier hiking and wading.
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If you like the mountains and rivers of Guilin, don't forget to follow me for more beautiful attractions and practical guides! 🌄✨
The latest real-life guide to Guilin's million ginkgo trees is finally here.
Hailed as China's top ginkgo town, Guilin's Haiyang Township is finally turning yellow!
Haiyang Township is home to many villages, and here are three that are perfect for viewing and photographing ginkgo trees.
‼️ Many ginkgo trees have already turned yellow! The best viewing period is expected to start around November 22.
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🍁 Ginkgo yellowing as of November 17
Huameinong > Datangbian Village > Datongmuwan Village
🍂 Ginkgo scale
Huameinong > Datangbian Village > Datongmuwan Village
📸 Photo quality (personal preference)
Datangbian Village > Huameinong > Datongmuwan Village
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🔸 Datangbian Village
A village built around a large pond, with many tall ancient ginkgo trees on one side of the pond, contrasting with the earthen houses, making it perfect for photography!
About a 15-minute drive from Datongmuwan Village
💰 Admission: CNY 20 per person
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🔸 Huameinong
A village hidden deep in the mountains, about a 50-minute drive from Datongmuwan Village
The village is quite large, with ginkgo trees scattered in different places, so you can take your time exploring.
The ginkgo forest is in the camping area, which has a great camping environment!
☑️ As of November 17, the ginkgo trees in Huameinong are almost all yellow.
💰 Admission: CNY 20 per person
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🔸 Datongmuwan Village
A small cluster of ginkgo trees, with stone piers, stone bridges, and old houses as the backdrop
A relatively commercialized village, but also more convenient, making it a great place to stay
The ginkgo photography area is just outside the town, a few minutes' drive from the town center
☑️ As of November 17, the leaves are not very yellow, but on sunny days, the ginkgo trees appear yellow in photos even if they are not very yellow, so it doesn't matter much.
However, the temperature is dropping, so the viewing period is expected to start in a few days.
💰 Admission: CNY 20 per person
Guilin and Yangshuo travel guide.
🍃|We dived into the green and splashed the summer vibes.
📒Preparation:
1️⃣Umbrella! Umbrella☂️! Umbrella!
2️⃣Sunscreen! Sunscreen! Sunscreen! It's really hot during the day.
3️⃣All kinds of documents
4️⃣Power bank🔋
5️⃣Mosquito repellent
⛰️Attractions:
1️⃣Xingping Ancient Town: There are many check-in points, but it feels quite commercialized.
2️⃣Li River: The location of the 20 yuan banknote. The water rose during the days we went there, so we couldn't drift, but there is a place to take photos on the bamboo raft. If you don't want to drift, you can go there to take photos and take photos with the cormorant grandpa. You don't need to wear a life jacket🦺~
3️⃣Guihai Qinglan: In Guilin downtown, it is actually a sales office, but the scenery is very good, with mountains, lakes, and lawns, very photogenic~
4️⃣Yangshuo West Street: Very lively at night, you can stroll around.
5️⃣Ten-Mile Gallery: You can ride a small electric bike in Yangshuo, which is very convenient. Ride along the road and stop to take photos📷 at any time, which is also a very good experience~
🍛Food:
1️⃣Beer🍻 fish: Delicious! Go eat! There are many farmhouses in Yangshuo, we just chose one at random, and the taste was quite good!
2️⃣Rice noodles/snail noodles: When we were in Xingping Ancient Town, we found a noodle shop, and the taste was average. If you like noodles, you can really go to Guangxi, where there are all kinds of noodles~
3️⃣One Chi Rice Field Coffee☕️: Surrounded by rice fields and mountains⛰️, it is very beautiful to take photos📷!
4️⃣Murakami Haruki: It is also a coffee shop, with a swing next to it, where you can take photos.
📝Overall feeling:
1️⃣Yangshuo and Guilin are not close, you need to take a high-speed train first and then take a taxi or a bus.
2️⃣There are not many attractions in Guilin, and Yangshuo is more fun.
3️⃣It's really hot, sunscreen is a must!
4️⃣Guangxi is really big, and it takes about six or seven days to play all the attractions.
5️⃣There are many people soliciting customers at the airport and various attractions, don't pay attention to them.
genevieve_isabellaleclerc 3-Day Yangshuo Tour: A Complete Guide to Avoiding Pitfalls
3-Day Yangshuo Tour: Explore the Mountains and Rivers! An amazing itinerary awaits you. Don't miss the unique charm of Yangshuo!
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Must-visit attractions:
🐘 Elephant Trunk Hill: A representative of Guilin's landscape. The elephant trunk shape is very realistic. A must-see!
🌊 Li River Scenic Area: The mountains and rivers on both sides are like paintings, as if you are walking into an ink painting.
🌿 Yulong River Scenic Area: Take a bamboo raft to see the mountains and rivers. The river is very clear, and it feels like you are swimming in a painting.
🛶 Yulong River Rafting: Drift between the green mountains and rivers, as if you are playing in a pastoral landscape painting.
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Travel essentials: 🎒 Going to Yangshuo? Bring these things!
👕 Clothing: Yangshuo is a bit cool in November, so bring a thin coat, long-sleeved shirt, and comfortable walking shoes. If you want to take beautiful photos, don't forget to bring a few dresses!
🎫 Documents: Prepare your ID card, cash, and bank card. If you have a student ID, military ID, or other discount documents, bring them along to save money and worry.
🕶️ Accessories: Yangshuo has good sunshine, so sunglasses, hats, and sunscreen are essential. Also, don't forget to bring an umbrella, as it may rain in November. If you want to take beautiful photos, prepare a camera or mobile phone photography equipment.
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The best time to view the ginkgo trees in Haiyang is coming soon. Let's go!
Here is the annual autumn travel guide 🎉. This time, we strongly recommend 📍Guilin Haiyang Ginkgo Village.
The ginkgo leaves are turning yellow, which is a good time to start a trip 👏.
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🗺️[Location]
📍Address: Haiyang Village, Lingchuan County, Guilin City
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📅2024 Haiyang Ginkgo Schedule:
◾Early Yellowing: Late October to early November
◾Good Viewing: November 9 to November 20
◾Best Viewing: November 20 to December 5
◾Falling Leaves: After December 5
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🚥[Transportation Guide]
✈️Flight/High-speed Rail: Arrive in Guilin first, then drive or rent a car to Haiyang Village to enjoy the beautiful scenery along the way.
🚗Self-driving Route: Depart from Guilin, drive along the national highway, enjoy the rural scenery along the way, and go straight to Haiyang Village 🚐.
🚐Chartered Day Tour: This is a good choice for those who don't want to drive. Pick-up and drop-off services are available in downtown Guilin, which is very convenient for lazy travelers.
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✅Recommended Attractions:
1️⃣Datongmuwan
Ticket: CNY 20/person
Features: The ginkgo leaves here turn yellow later, but the area is large, and there are some relatively short ginkgo trees, which are very convenient for taking photos 📷. In addition, this is a scenic spot with relatively complete infrastructure. There are many snack stalls in the village, and persimmon cakes are relatively cheap.
2️⃣Xiaotongmuwan
Ticket: Free
Features: There are relatively few ginkgo trees and tourists, so you can take photos here quietly all day without being disturbed 🌳.
🌊Haiyang Village is a township with ginkgo trees distributed in multiple locations. It is about 45 km from downtown to Haiyang Village. We recommend chartered tours ❗❗.
👀For tourists from other places, we recommend Datongmuwan and Xiaotongmuwan, which are the closest viewing spots to downtown. The scenic spots are mature and fun.
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📸Photo Tips:
1️⃣Wear warm-colored clothes to match the golden ginkgo leaves for better photo effects!
2️⃣Morning and dusk are the best times to take photos. The light is soft, and the ginkgo leaves will be more golden, making your photos more beautiful 🌅.
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😋Recommended Food:
Farmhouse Dishes: Enjoy authentic farmhouse dishes, especially local ginkgo dishes, which are fresh and delicious, at a homestay or local farmhouse 🥘.
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⚠️Travel Tips:
1. Pay attention to the weather changes and bring suitable clothes and equipment.
2. Respect local customs, protect the environment, and travel in a civilized manner.
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4-Day Yangshuo Autumn Travel Guide: A Must-Read!
4-Day Yangshuo Tour: Explore the Mountains and Rivers! This super practical guide will take you to the beautiful scenery of Yangshuo, without any pitfalls or detours. Save it now!
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🛣️Itinerary:
DAY 1: Zhengyang Pedestrian Street - Dongxi Lane - Xiaoyao Tower - Elephant Trunk Hill Scenic Area
Stroll along Zhengyang Pedestrian Street and feel the pulse of the bustling city. Wander through Dongxi Lane and explore the charm of old Guilin. Climb Xiaoyao Tower to overlook the cityscape, then head to Elephant Trunk Hill Scenic Area to take a photo with the landmark of Guilin.
DAY 2: Longji Rice Terraces - Huangluo Yao Village - Zhengyang Pedestrian Street - Dongxi Lane - Rongshan Lake Scenic Area
Visit Longji Rice Terraces in the morning to enjoy the spectacular terraced fields. Visit Huangluo Yao Village in the afternoon to experience the Yao culture. Return to the city in the evening to revisit Zhengyang Pedestrian Street and Dongxi Lane. Take a night tour of Rongshan Lake Scenic Area to enjoy the tranquil lake and mountain scenery.
DAY 3: Yulong River Scenic Area - Yulong River Rafting - Lijiang River Scenic Area - Silver Cave - Ten-Mile Gallery - West Street
Start an exciting and fun rafting trip in Yulong River Scenic Area, then visit Lijiang River Scenic Area to enjoy the beautiful scenery of the Lijiang River. Visit Silver Cave to feel the mystery of the karst cave. Stroll along Ten-Mile Gallery to enjoy the idyllic scenery. Finally, taste local food and experience exotic customs on West Street.
DAY 4: Yangshuo Theater - Shiwai Taoyuan
Enjoy authentic Gui Opera performances at Yangshuo Theater to experience the local opera culture. Then head to Shiwai Taoyuan to explore the poetic countryside described by Tao Yuanming. End your pleasant trip to Yangshuo.
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Travel Tips:
🚗Airport Transportation: Yangshuo has no airport. You need to fly to Guilin first and then take the airport bus or train to Yangshuo.
🛍️Specialty Prices: Compare prices when buying specialties. There are many specialty stores in Yangshuo, and prices and quality may vary.
🍜Local Food: Don't miss Yangshuo's beer fish and stuffed snails. The authentic delicacies will satisfy your taste buds!
🌞Sun Protection: Yangshuo has plenty of sunshine. Please prepare for sun protection before traveling. Hats and sunglasses are essential.
📸Photo Spots: Yangshuo is picturesque. Don't forget to bring your camera to capture every beautiful moment.
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4-Day Guilin Travel Guide: No Detours!
4-Day Guilin Tour: Explore the Mountains and Rivers! An amazing itinerary awaits you. Don't miss out!
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🚗 Itinerary:
DAY 1: Arrive in Guilin → Free time → Hotel check-in
After arriving in Guilin, enjoy a private transfer from the airport or train station and start your free time. You can choose to enjoy afternoon tea or a day cruise on the Four Lakes, and experience the leisure and beauty of Guilin. In the evening, check in to a 4-diamond hotel in a selected business district and enjoy a comfortable rest.
DAY 2: Li River Scenic Area—Yulong River Rafting—Ten-Mile Gallery—Yulong River Scenic Area—Impression Liu Sanjie Show
Explore the Li River Scenic Area and enjoy the magnificent scenery of the mountains and rivers. Then experience the fun of rafting on the Yulong River and pass through the Ten-Mile Gallery to enjoy the picturesque natural scenery. Next, explore the Yulong River Scenic Area and experience its unique charm. In the evening, enjoy the Impression Liu Sanjie Show, a live performance in a natural setting, and enjoy a visual and auditory feast.
DAY 3: Shangri-La—Yangshuo Night Banquet Show
Visit Shangri-La and enjoy the tranquil rural scenery and unique folk culture. In the evening, attend the Yangshuo Night Banquet Show and experience the charm and enthusiasm of the local nightlife.
DAY 4: Elephant Trunk Hill Scenic Area
Visit the Elephant Trunk Hill Scenic Area, one of the iconic attractions in Guilin. Enjoy the unique landforms and experience the wonders of nature, bringing your Guilin trip to a perfect end.
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🎒 Travel Essentials: Easy Packing Guide for Guilin
👕 Clothing: Guilin is slightly cool in November, so bring a light jacket, a long-sleeved T-shirt, and comfortable sneakers to explore Guilin without getting tired.
🎩 Accessories: Hats and sunglasses are essential for sun protection, and rain gear is also necessary. The weather in Guilin is changeable, so don't let the rain spoil your fun.
📂 Documents: ID card, cash, and bank card. Bring your travel documents and ticket booking information, and don't forget to print or take a screenshot.
🍞 Food: Bring some snacks and water, as dining options in scenic areas are limited. Replenish your energy when needed.
📱 Electronics: Mobile phone, charger, power bank, and headphones to enjoy music. Keep your devices charged during your trip.
💊 Medicine: Bring common medicines with you, such as cold medicine, painkillers, and band-aids, for peace of mind in case of emergencies.
📷 Photography: A camera or mobile phone will do. Bring an extra memory card to capture the beautiful scenery of Guilin and create lasting memories.
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Guilin's unique homestay.
Dongli Homestay - Yunshui Lu
Stroll through the alleys of the northern Guangxi Han residential complex, where the smooth surface of the stone slabs is the result of time's polishing.
In each courtyard, you can feel the prosperity of the Li Family Courtyard over the years. Guilin Dongli Ancient Village Homestay (Lijiang Branch)
Guilin, Guangxi | Autumn Fairy Tale
“The No. 1 Ginkgo Town in China” 📍 Haiyang Township, Guilin
Every November 🍁 is the most beautiful time of the year in Guangxi
Over 1 million ginkgo trees, with only 20 days of viewing time each year
2.5 hours by high-speed rail from Guangzhou or Shenzhen 🚝 A weekend is enough for a round trip
If you don't want to work, come and see the most spectacular autumn in Guangdong and Guangxi~
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🍂 [Ginkgo Yellowing Progress]
The leaves are not yet fully yellow. Mid-November to early December is the best time to visit.
With over 1 million ginkgo leaves turning yellow, this 20-day autumn fairy tale is a must-see. Come and see the beautiful golden autumn in Haiyang~
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❓ [Why Choose Haiyang Township, Guilin]
✔ “The No. 1 Ginkgo Town in China” with over 1 million ginkgo trees
✔ The place with the most ginkgo trees per capita in the world
✔ Less developed, 0⃣ commercialization, many original villages
✔ A beautiful autumn scene for 20 days each year
💛 Attractions & Activities
📍 Datangbian Village, Haiyang Township
Named after a large pond in the village, with a dozen lush ginkgo trees planted around it. The village still retains a large number of mud houses, which complement each other like a painting. There is also a large ginkgo forest around the village, where you can take beautiful photos or videos.
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📍 Daxu Ancient Town
The ancient bluestone road tells the story of a prosperous history. Daxu Ancient Town is not overly commercialized and is still mainly a place for local residents to live. You can find a variety of snacks such as oil tea, fried small fish, sour bamboo shoots fried with snails, and tortoise jelly. There is always something to suit your taste.
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📍 Maozhou Island
The first island in the Lijiang River Basin, an undeveloped hidden island with idyllic scenery. Enjoy a delicious meal at an original farmhouse.
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📍 Dongli Ancient Village
A group of ancient villages in northern Guangxi built from the traditional culture of more than 130 villages along the Lijiang River. At night, all the lights in Dongli Ancient Village are lit up. You can visit local families at night or have a drink and chat at a small riverside bar.
🧣 Clothing Recommendations
Haiyang Township is located in a high-cold area, with an average daily temperature 2–3°C lower than in the city.
There is a large temperature difference between indoors and outdoors from November to December, so you should wear warm clothes.
✔ Outerwear: Down jacket or thick coat
✔ Mid-layer clothing: Medium-thick clothing to keep warm
✔ Long pants: Consider possible rain and cold weather in the mountains
✔ Hat and gloves: Windproof and warm
✔ Shoes: Non-slip shoes suitable for long walks, such as hiking shoes
Not Suzhou or Hangzhou! I didn't expect there to be a Jiangnan-style ancient town in Guilin!
🏞✨Guilin's charm is not limited to its beautiful mountains and rivers. As you get to know the city, you'll find that Guilin has preserved many ancient villages from the Ming and Qing dynasties, with high horsehead walls and gray tiles that resemble the Jiangnan water towns of Suzhou and Hangzhou.
🏞✨There are many villages around Guilin, like Jiangtou Village, that have both beautiful scenery and ancient charm. The ancient houses and the surrounding landscape reflect each other. Walking along the cobblestone village roads and through the high brick walls of the Ming and Qing dynasty buildings, you feel as if you have traveled back in time.
🏡✨The village has preserved ancient residential buildings from the Ming and Qing dynasties. These old houses are works of art in themselves. In the ancient buildings of Jiangtou Village, you can see the elegant simplicity and exquisite beauty of ancient Suzhou and Anhui architecture, as well as the decorative patterns of ancient Fujian and Guangdong architecture, which combine to form the unique charm of Jiangtou Village's old buildings.
🏡✨The ancient village's alleys crisscross each other, and the traces of time are left in every brick and tile. Most of these ancient buildings are traditional courtyard-style layouts, and each old building is like a living history book, telling the stories of miracles carved by time.
🏞✨Whether it was bad timing or these old houses are never open to the public, these old houses are all locked up, giving off a cold feeling. Only the afternoon sun shines brightly on the high walls, dazzling with blinding light.
🌠✨Only occasionally can you see a hunched old woman sitting by the lotus pond in front of the old house, staring blankly at the large but thin lotus leaves swaying in the wind, listening to the sound of autumn cicadas chirping in the trees.
Guilin's "wild Gobi Desert".
In autumn, "sweeping yellow" is the norm
Today, "sweeping" is fading
The reservoir, once full of green waves,
Seems to have stepped into the northwest land of yellow sand.
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