Yangshuo travel guide
Yangshuo in brief Yangshuo is justifiably known to the world for its fairy-tale landscape of limestone peaks and mirror-like Li River. A universally recognized conclusion is drawn to depict how beautiful it is: landscape in Guilin is the most beautiful under heaven, yet that in Yangshuo is even more beautiful. Located in the south of Guilin City in Chinas Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region, it covers an area of 1428 square kilometers and is populated by 11 ethnic minorities including Han, Zhuang, Yao and Hui. The landscape of Yangshuo usually refers to the stretch of Li River from Yangdi Pier to Yangshuo and alongside rolling peaks. It is dotted with 2,000 peaks and 16 big or small rivers. The essence of Yangshuos landscapes lies in the ancient Xingping Town, where Li River snakes through rolling mountains and mirrors the enchanting scenery. Each bend of Li River presents something more interesting to see, from more oddly-shaped mountains, water buffalo strolling on lawns to fishermen paddling their bamboo rafts.Yangshuo County has a pleasant temperature all the year around. All in all, it is loaded with scenic spots, including the Li River, more clean Yulong River ( Meeting Dragon River), Xingping Ancient Town, Shangri-la Scenic Area, Ten-mile Gallery, Green Lotus Peak, Silver Cave, Buddha Water Cave, etc. It also offers tourists with cultural landscapes, such as West Street... More information about Yangshuo »
Top Attractions in Yangshuo
Impression of Sister Liu
Directed by the great Chinese director Zhang Yimou, Impression of Sister Liu on-water show is a perfect combination of the Li River scenery and the ethnic culture of the Zhuang, Miao, Dong and Yao minorities. World Tourism Organization recommended it as a best scenic spot for relaxation and holiday.
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