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Guilin
China’s Most Iconic Natural Landscape
City overview
Guilin is internationally famous for its karst mountains and river scenery, often considered the most beautiful natural landscape in China.
- Iconic limestone hills featured in Chinese art and currency
- Relaxed pace and a strong focus on nature-based tourism
- Highly popular among European travelers and photographers
Best for Nature lovers, slow travelers, first-time visitors seeking scenery
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Main attractions
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≈4h
Li River
A 5A-level scenic area, the essence of 'Guilin's landscape is the finest under heaven', renowned as a landscape gallery.
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≈2h
Yangshuo West StreetA 4A-level scenic area, a thousand-year-old street blending Chinese and Western cultures.
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≈2h
Elephant Trunk HillA 5A-level scenic area, the city emblem of Guilin, shaped like a giant elephant drinking water.
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≈6h
Longji Rice TerracesA 4A-level scenic area, the original home of world rice terraces.
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≈2h
Two Rivers and Four LakesA 5A-level scenic area, the essence of Guilin's urban water system.
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≈2h
Silver CaveA 4A-level scenic area, a 'World Karst Cave Wonder'.
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≈3h
Yulong RiverA 4A-level scenic area, known as the 'Little Li River'.
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≈2h
Shangri-La Park (Shiwai Taoyuan)A 4A-level scenic area, depicting the idyllic意境 from Tao Yuanming's writings.
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≈3h
Jingjiang Prince CityA 5A-level scenic area, a Ming Dynasty princely mansion.
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≈3h
Gudong WaterfallA 4A-level scenic area, a waterfall group that can be climbed.
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≈3h
Seven Star Park4A-level scenic area, Guilin's largest comprehensive park
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≈2h
Reed Flute Cave4A-level scenic area, renowned as the 'State Guest Cave'