Guilin      Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region


Situated in the northeastern corner of the Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region, the city of
Guilin is famous the world over for its green hills, clear waters, fantastic caves and
spectacular rocks. It is one of China’s well – known tourist scenic cities, claiming to
have the “finest mountains and rivers under heaven”.

“Thousands of pinnacles stand towering around; a river winds its way about the city.”
This is a vivid description of Guilin scenery. Guilin is considered to be the pearl of China's
thriving tourist industry on account of the natural beauty and historic treasures.

The hills and pinnacles in Guilin, gifted by nature, rise sharply from the ground in many
different shapes. Diecai Hill, Fubo Hill, Duxiu Peak, Nanxi Hill and Putuo Hill are the
biggest attractions for tourists when they make a tour of the city.

The Li River is limpid with crystal water. A boat trip on the river from Guilin to Yangshuo covers a distance of 83 kilometers. This section
of the river makes a unique traditional Chinese Painting with its clear water and clusters of pinnacles.

Grotesque caves can be found in all the Guilin hills. Reed Flute Cave, Sever – Star Cave and Chuanshan Hill are honoured as
“palaces of Nature’s art”. They are like magnificent building in heaven, with a thousand and one fabulous scenes.

There are many ethnic minorities in Guilin, including the Zhuang, Yao, Hui, Miao, Mulao and Dong, each minority has its own unique
customs and festivals.