Must-visit attractions along the Li River

Guilin's landscape is the best in the world. The scenery of Li River is as beautiful as a painting. Li River is like a fairyland, and these highlights should not be missed when visiting Li River.

Yangdi

The starting point of the classic Li River route, enjoy the misty rain of the Li River during the rainy season.

Nine Horse Fresco Hill

Nine Horse Fresco Hill is a large stone mountain with nine peaks connected, standing majestically by the Li River. It is one of the classic landscapes of the Li River. Visitors standing on the opposite bank or riding on bamboo rafts can see the unique shape of the mountain from a distance. Upon closer inspection, it appears as if there are nine horses painted on the mountain wall, but it is said that very few people can actually see all nine horses.

Huangbu Reflection

Huangbu Reflection is the essence of the essence of the Li River, and it is also the scenery on the back of the 20 yuan RMB note. Located within the ancient town of Xingping in the essence section of the Li River, the river here is wide, the water surface is as smooth as a mirror, and the green peaks are reflected beautifully. Taking a photo with a 20 yuan RMB note here can be considered a very ceremonial thing to do. Tourists can take a boat tour or walk within the ancient town of Xingping to view it from a distance.
Xingping Ancient Town is located on the banks of the Li River in the northern part of Yangshuo. It is a town with a history of over 1,700 years. The town still retains ancient streets, ancient bridges, ancient opera stages, and ancient temples. There is a dock for bamboo rafting by the river, where you can take a boat to the 'Yellow Cloth Reflection' scenic spot, which is also the location depicted on the back of the 20 yuan RMB note.

Xiang Gong Mountain

Xiang Gong Mountain is located on the west bank of the Li River within Xingping Town, Yangshuo County, between the Huangbu Reflection and Nine Horses Fresco Hill scenic spots. The interplay of light and shadow, sea of clouds, sunrise, and colorful clouds here have attracted countless photographers and photography enthusiasts. A work shot by a Guilin photographer at this location won the bronze medal at the 10th International Photography Exhibition.
Despite its steep path, Laozhai Mountain attracts many photography enthusiasts who are eager to climb it. Laozhai Mountain has an elevation of over 300 meters. Although it is not very high, it has more than 1,100 steps. After passing through the round arch mountain gate, you will encounter two iron ladders near the top. Climbing up these ladders will take you to the summit, where you can overlook the ancient town of Xingping.