Lijiang River (Li River)
The poetic Li River is one of Guilin s most famous scenic locales, renowned for its striking natural beauty and unique topography. Floating along the peaceful waters, you can get a taste of life outside the hustle and bustle of the neighboring metropolis. Like a jade ribbon, the river flows from Mt. Cat in northeast Guilin and winds its way southeast to meet the Xi River in Wulin. The landscape is adorned with rolling hills, caves, steep cliffs, and leisurely boats meandering down the river.
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Reed Flute Cave
Like an underground paradise befitting of an emperor, Reed Flute Cave, is renowned for its magnificent natural rock formations illuminated with colored lighting. The sprawling cave is filled with massive stone pillars, stalagmites, and stalactites that create a hauntingly beautiful landscape. Sticking to tradition, the Chinese have given many of these formations poetic names, including Dragon s Pagoda, Crystal Palace, and Fruit and Flower Mountain.
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Elephant Trunk Hill
Elephant Trunk Hill, one of the most famous hills in Guilin, rests majestically on the western bank of the Li River. The rock formation has long been regarded as the symbol of Guilin and has even appeared on Chinese currency bills. It earned its moniker for its striking resemblance to an elephant dipping its trunk into the water and its beauty has inspired great poets throughout the years.
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Yangshuo
The ending point of a Li River cruise, the charming city of Yangshuo offers visitors idyllic landscapes of soaring limestone peaks, lush rice fields and peaceful waters. An ideal destination to soak up the local flavor would be the famed Xi Street, lined with traditional handicraft stores as well as a sprinkling of modern cafes and bars.
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