Must-Visit in Guilin | A Route Connecting 6 Super Scenic Spots in the City, A Feast of Landscapes Awaits!

It is the city emblem of Guilin, known as the symbol of Guilin's landscapes;

It is a solitary peak nestled by water, a blessed land of landscapes in the eyes of Guilin;

It is hailed as the world's first bronze pagoda, a cultural landmark of Guilin...

A one-day city tour can connect Elephant Trunk Hill, Wave-Subduing Hill, and Folded Brocade Hill,

as well as super attractions like Mulong Lake Park, Sun and Moon Twin Pagodas, and Two Rivers and Four Lakes,

Enjoy the landscapes by day, and freely explore the "Oriental Venice" by nighthow wonderful is that!

Millennium-Old Internet SensationElephant Trunk Hill

Elephant Trunk Hill is the most representative and famous landmark of Guilin,

Climb Elephant Trunk Hill to view the pagoda's reflection and the river breeze, sparking boundless imagination.

With a history of over 1,000 years of tourism, this classic internet-famous spot is a must-visit,

Almost every tourist coming to Guilin is proud to check in at Elephant Trunk Hill,

Visitors almost all flock to this super popular attraction,

Taking a commemorative photo here is definitely a must for posting on social media.

Elephant Trunk Hill enjoys top-tier fame in Guilin,

Climb to the top of Elephant Trunk Hill,

and you can overlook the stunning heart of Guilin city from a 360-degree observation deck,

The Puxian Pagoda at the summit, built in the Ming Dynasty to enshrine Samantabhadra Bodhisattva, is one of only two in China.

Attractions within Elephant Trunk Hill include Water-Moon Cave, Elephant Eye Rock, Puxian Pagoda,

Hongfeng Temple and the Taiping Heavenly Kingdom Revolution Site Museum inside it;

This ancient and renowned scenic spot is imbued with a sense of sanctity.

With its superb scenery, Elephant Trunk Hill has been a tourist destination since the Tang and Song dynasties,

Coming to Guilin and visiting Elephant Trunk Hill

is both a ritual and a delight.

 

Ultimate SplendorWave-Subduing Hill」「Folded Brocade Hill

Folded Brocade Hill, along with Solitary Beauty Peak in the city center and Wave-Subduing Hill by the Li River, stand as three prominent peaks,

all being renowned tourist destinations within the city. 

Most famous are the stone inscriptions of various calligraphy styles on the two hills,

rich and diverse in content, worthy of appreciation.

Both Wave-Subduing Hill and Folded Brocade Hill are located by the Li River, where mountains and waters meet,

Climbing the hills to view the water offers a rare comprehensive tourist experience.

The two hills are not far apart,

so it is recommended to climb Wave-Subduing Hill first,

Resting eastward against the Li River, the solitary peak stands gracefully with charming scenery,

Experience the blend of General Wave-Subduer's martial prowess and the river's enchanting beauty,

At the summit of Wave-Subduing Hill, freely enjoy the rare "Wave-Subduing Scenic Wonder,"

which is sure to heal your soul!

 

After visiting Wave-Subduing Hill, walk to the adjacent Folded Brocade Hill,

And feel the layers of rocks resembling stacked brocade silk,

Adorned with cliffside inscriptions left by literati, scholars, and dignitaries through the ages,

At this moment, you feel so close to the ancients, yet so far away.

Marshal Chen Yi's inscription, "Willing to be a Guilin native, not an immortal,"

touches you word by word, urging you to walk towards the summit,

To feel how the breathtaking views overlooking the Li River and Guilin are so naturally perfect!


 

"Along the River During the Qingming Festival" 「Mulong Lake Park

To the east of Mulong Lake lies the ancient Song Dynasty city wall,

Along the riverbank are buildings imitating Song Dynasty architecture,

This is a scenic spot, a piece of history, and a cultural treasure.

Numerous historical and cultural relics and human traces of the ancient Song City,

with the scenic area built following the blueprint of "Along the River During the Qingming Festival,"

has gradually become the most dazzling and beautiful scenic spot in Guilin's urban area.