Two Rivers and Four Lakes

❤ You should definitely visit Guilin, regardless of the crowd. There are various ways to enjoy it, with so many attractions to choose from, just pick and play. Guilin·Guangxi has the best landscape under heaven, and after all, a scenery that can be written into textbooks is worth more than just one visit. 🌈My five-day itinerary (next time you can stay in Yangshuo·Guilin for five days): 1⃣First day: Arrive in Guilin in the afternoon, replenish energy at East-West Alley with many special snacks, 🌙 and take a night cruise on the Two Rivers and Four Lakes. 2⃣Day 2: Explore Elephant Trunk Hill⛰️ and Sun and Moon Pagodas . 3️⃣Day 3: Head to Xingping Ancient Town to experience the beauty of the Li River . In the evening, don't miss the splendid performance of The Luxury Impression of Sanjie Liu. Afterwards, you can also experience bamboo rafting on the Yulong River, visit West Street, and enjoy delicious food🥩 and shopping. 4⃣Day 4: Visit the Ten-Mile Gallery to appreciate the beautiful landscape painting. Then visit Silver Cave to experience the magic of the karst cave🕳️. Finally, go to Shangri-La🌸 to enjoy the natural beauty and Dong culture. 5⃣Day 5: Visit the Longji Rice Terraces to experience the magnificence of nature. 🏢Accommodation recommendations⭐⭐ 📍City accommodation: In the city, it is recommended to choose hotels🏨 centered around Elephant Trunk Hill or Zhengyang Pedestrian Street, which are very close to attractions and commercial areas, very convenient. 📍Yangshuo·Guilin accommodation: If you like lively places, you can choose accommodation near West Street, so it is convenient to go shopping at night. If you prefer quietness, you can choose places close to the countryside or landscape (Binjiang Road, Bilian Alley, Fuqian Alley, Xianqian Street). 🍜Delicious recommendations: 🐟Beer Fish: Fresh fish from the Li River, fried in tea oil and braised with beer, truly tender and delicious. 🍜Guilin Rice Noodles: A must-try, highly recommended. 🥘Eighteen Stuffings: A Guilin specialty, meat fillings stuffed into various vegetables or shells, worth a try. 🥩Lipu Taro and Pork: A traditional delicacy, fragrant but not greasy. 🥠Water Chestnut Cake: Sweet and tasty, soft and delicious. 🥣Oil Tea: I'm not very used to it, but I recommend trying it. 🍚Bean Paste Glutinous Rice: Sticky and smooth texture, rich aroma.

🌈 In winter, Guilin, shedding the heat of summer, has added a sense of tranquility and harmony. The mountains and waters here seem to be covered by nature with a thin veil, looming, like a beautiful ink painting. 🎨 Let's step into this painting together and feel the unique charm of winter Guilin! 🏞️ In winter, Guilin is still green. Famous scenic spots such as Elephant Trunk Mountain and Solitary Beauty Peak, under the winter sun, are even more magnificent. 🌄 Take a Li River cruise to enjoy the beautiful scenery on both sides of the river and feel the tranquility and comfort in winter. 🚤 👻 In winter, Guilin also has unique folk activities. Why not experience the New Year's flavor of Guilin, taste local specialties, such as Guilin rice noodles, Yangshuo beer fish, etc. 🍜🍲 You can also participate in local folk activities, such as lion dance, dragon dance, singing opera, etc., to feel the strong festival atmosphere. 🎭 🛍️ Winter in Guilin is also a good time for shopping. Local specialties, such as Guilin's three treasures (Guilin rice noodles, Guilin chili sauce, Guilin tofu), Yangshuo beer fish, Lipu taro, etc., are all good choices. 🛒 🌟 In winter Guilin, the night also has a different flavor. When the lights are on, scenic spots such as Elephant Trunk Mountain and Two Rivers and Four Lakes are even more enchanting under the light. 🌃 You can choose to take a night tour of Two Rivers and Four Lakes to appreciate the beauty of Guilin's night view. 🚢 👋 In winter Guilin, although the weather is cold, the sun is bright, very suitable for outdoor activities. Why not invite a few friends for a spontaneous trip to Guilin and feel the winter charm of this beautiful city together. 👫👬 🌈 Winter in Guilin, like a beautiful girl, wearing a thin veil, quietly waiting for your arrival. Let's step into Guilin together this winter and feel her beauty and charm. 🎉🎊 🌟 Guilin, a place that people yearn for, whether it is spring, summer, autumn or winter, has its unique beauty. This winter, let's meet in Guilin and feel the charm of this city together! 🎉🎊

Quickly collect it! ✨ There are many attractions in Guilin, but many attractions need to be planned in advance, so I will plan for you the must-visit attractions and routes✨ ✅【Itinerary】 Day1️⃣: Depart Guilin-East and West Alleys-Two Rivers and Four Lakes Night Tour-Stay in Guilin Day2️⃣: Li River-Yinzi Rock-West Street Day3️⃣: Yulong River-Xianggong Mountain-Elephant Trunk Hill-Night Tour Guilin Day4️⃣: Ten Mile Gallery-Home ✅【Attraction Introduction】 1️⃣Li River: A must-visit attraction in Guilin, you can experience bamboo rafting, see the 20 yuan background shooting location, and the aerial photography is super beautiful! There is also the most beautiful sunset of the Li River🌄 2️⃣Yinzi Rock: Feel the peculiarities of Guilin's caves, and the photos are also super out of the picture! 3️⃣West Street: Eat delicious food, a street of bars, and there are many snacks and specialty stores, a paradise for foodies! 4️⃣Yulong River: A must-experience bamboo rafting in Guilin, super exciting! There is also a super long electric car that is manually drawn, and you can enjoy the scenery along the way 5️⃣Xianggong Mountain: The best place to watch the sunrise🌅, super shocking! You can also climb mountains, enjoy flowers, and picnic 6️⃣Elephant Trunk Hill: The iconic attraction of Guilin City, you can climb to the top of Elephant Trunk Hill to see the beautiful scenery of the Li River and Yulong River, and there are many places suitable for taking pictures, which is absolutely beautiful! 7️⃣Ten Mile Gallery: A paradise for cycling enthusiasts, the scenery along the way is absolutely beautiful, as if people are traveling in the painting ✅【Food Recommendation】 1️⃣East and West Alleys: Fermented tofu, dumplings, snail powder, syrup, fried powder, roast duck intestines, roast pig's feet and other snacks don't miss it! 2️⃣West Street: Various snacks and specialty stores, and a street of bars, full of atmosphere! Recommend "Big Banyan Tree Beer Fish", the special beer fish is super delicious! There are also various beers and various special dishes, praise👍 3️⃣Field Snail Stuffing: One of Guilin's special delicacies, you must try it in Guilin! Stew the snail meat and pork stuffing into the snail shell, the soup is rich, and the taste is fresh and delicious. Recommend "Xitang Beer Fish", this shop is an old shop that locals also love to go to! There are also various beers and various special dishes, worth a try!👍 4️⃣Guilin Rice Noodles: Guilin's special snack, you must try it! Recommend "Braised Rice Noodles", the braised water is very fragrant, the rice noodles are chewy, and it's delicious! There are also various braised vegetables and tofu brains and other snacks are also very good👍 5️⃣Fried River Powder: One of Guilin's special delicacies, the taste is fragrant and smooth, and it is very chewy. Recommend "Fried River Powder", all kinds of ingredients and sauces are just right!👍 6️⃣Niupi: One of Guilin's special snacks, the taste is smooth and chewy, and it is very delicious with chili oil and vinegar and other seasonings. Recommend "Cold Skin Shop", this shop's Niupi is very famous👍 7️⃣Sugar Water: One of Guilin's special desserts, the taste is sweet and delicious, there are various different flavors. Recommend "Double Skin Milk", this shop's sugar water is very authentic👍

Two Rivers and Four Lakes is the most representative city card of Guilin, consisting of the water feast formed by Fir Lake, Banyan Lake, Osmanthus Lake, Wooden Dragon Lake, Li River, and Peach Blossom River. 'Thousands of mountains stand wild, and one river embraces the city flow,' the Two Rivers and Four Lakes are that embracing water system. Water as a green silk ribbon, mountains like jade hairpins. The old name of Peach Blossom River is Yang River, which is a major tributary of the Li River. Wooden Dragon Lake is the only man-made lake among the four inner lakes, named after the nearby Wooden Dragon Cave. Fir Lake boasts the landmark Sun and Moon Twin Pagodas of Guilin, with the official residence of Li Zongren on its south bank. Banyan Lake and Fir Lake, both artificially excavated in the Song Dynasty as the southern moat of Guilin city, are collectively called Yangtang, a popular check-in spot. There is the ancient Banyan Twin Bridge made of white marble, and the stunning crystal glass bridge... Watch the landscape in the morning and enjoy the clouds at dusk, and see the lights when night falls. The resplendent Xianyao Tower, the colorful Liberation Bridge, and the doubly romantic Sun and Moon Twin Pagodas all take on a different look. Visiting the Two Rivers and Four Lakes is not only about taking a boat ride to appreciate the exquisite scroll of 'Guilin's landscape tops those elsewhere,' but also about enjoying a Guilin opera performance! Tang Jingsong, the last governor of Taiwan, with all his passion, sadly could not hold onto the tail of Shanghai, and could only express his feelings through the art of singing.

🛶Take a bamboo raft and enjoy the leisure of 'Boating on the green waves, a journey within a painting'~ 🌟How to get to Guilin? ✈️Plane: Guilin Liangjiang International Airport is the second largest international airport in Guangxi, with flights to more than 20 major cities and routes within China. ✅Plane tickets are cheaper in winter, making it a great time to travel. (1) 🚎Airport Bus: Costs 20 yuan, about 40 minutes' ride, and the terminal is the Civil Aviation Building. (There is a bus from the city to the airport every 30 minutes, it's best to leave Guilin 2 hours in advance to avoid missing your flight) (2) 🚗Taxi: It costs about 80 yuan to take a taxi from the airport to the city center. 🚂Train: Guilin currently has three train stations: Guilin South Station, Guilin West Station, and Guilin North Station. 🚄Guilin Station: Mainly operates regular passenger trains and some high-speed trains, serving major cities in China, mainly Nanning and Changsha along the line. 🚄Guilin North Station: Has more regular and high-speed train services. 🚄Guilin West Station: Located 10 kilometers from the city center, mainly serves high-speed trains running between Guangzhou and Guiyang. Our recommended itinerary👏 🔥DAY1: Arrive in Guilin, check into the hotel, rest a bit, then head to East-West Alley, stroll through the ancient alleys, and taste local delicacies 🔥DAY2【Fubo Hill】→ Check in at 【Elephant Trunk Hill】, resembling a giant elephant dipping its trunk into the Li River, with a round hole in the middle through which the river flows →【Sun and Moon Twin Pagodas】, the entire copper pagoda sets three world records, and it's the best spot for photos 🔥DAY3【West Street】Also known as Foreigners' Street, it is the oldest street in Yangshuo County →【Li River】boat tour 🔥DAY4【Xingping Ancient Town】Experience the charm of 'long old streets, deep alleys'. 🌟Stroll through 【Ten-Mile Gallery】 🌟【Long River】cycling, watch cormorant fishing performances 🌟Watch 【Impression Liu Sanjie】, China's first large-scale natural landscape performance 🔥DAY5 Depart to the 【Silver Cave Scenic Area】, known as the palace of karst cave art, and take a small wooden boat to visit the 'Paradise'. 🔥DAY76 Yangshuo 💖Food Guide💖 🔥Introduction to Guilin's Cuisine 🌟Beer Fish🐠: A local specialty of Yangshuo, made with fresh carp from the Li River, known for its unique crispy and tender flavor that whets the appetite. 🌟Guilin Rice Noodles🍜: White, tender, smooth, and refreshing, with a variety of ways to eat, usually mixed well and eaten dry. 🌟Lipu Taro and Pork🥩: A traditional Guilin banquet dish, made with authentic Guilin Lipu taro, pork belly with skin, Guilin fermented bean curd, and various seasonings, presenting a golden color. 🌟Stuffed River Snails🐚: The snail meat is removed, mixed with minced pork, perilla, and other seasonings, then stuffed back into the snail shells and cooked with broth. 🌟Oil Tea🍵: Guilin locals drink oil tea all year round, suitable for any season, morning or evening. 🌟Vinegar Blood Duck🦆: Made with ducklings available in midsummer, the duck is slaughtered to keep the blood, infused with sour vinegar, and cooked with tender ginger or bitter melon as ingredients. ⚠️Guilin Pitfall Guide ‼️Don't take the illegal taxis near the airport and stations. ‼️Don't trust various photo services in scenic areas, they charge money and are especially expensive. ‼️Don't easily trust the local women on the streets, they lack formal guarantees and are particularly deceitful. 💖It is recommended to plan a 4-5 day trip, as it's not easy to get out and about. Try to visit all the essential spots without rushing and take the time to relax properly.

Attraction Strategy √ Elephant Trunk Hill The symbol of Guilin's landscape, when you come to Guilin, besides the 20 yuan note photo spot, Elephant Trunk Hill is a must-visit. The area around Elephant Trunk Hill is very spacious, making it easy to find good spots for taking photos and checking in! √ Li River Cruise Departing from Guilin, take a cruise downstream to admire the reflections of the peaks on both sides of the river, and experience the beauty of the 'Hundred-Mile Gallery'. Don't forget to take a photo at the reflection spot of the 20 yuan note background - Huangbu Reflection! √ Yangshuo West Street The heart of Yangshuo, with its antique streets lined with a dazzling array of handicraft shops and bars, is a great place to spend the evening! √ Longji Rice Terraces Standing at the top of the terraces, feel the harmonious coexistence of human wisdom and natural scenery! √ Yulong River Rafting Rafting on the 'Little Li River', the landscape on both sides is refreshing and delightful! √ Sun and Moon Twin Pagodas Also known as the Gold and Silver Pagodas or the Lovers' Pagodas, one of the Sun and Moon Twin Pagodas is a bronze pagoda, and the other is a glazed pagoda. There is a 10-meter-long tunnel under the lake connecting the two pagodas. It is now a new landmark of Guilin, and the twin pagodas are beautiful when lit up at night! √ Two Rivers and Four Lakes Night Cruise A landmark attraction in Guilin city area, including Shan Lake, Banyan Lake, Gui Lake, Mulong Lake, Li River, Taoshan River, Gui River, etc. The night light show is a must-see! About Accommodation Guilin City Area: It is recommended to stay near Guilin Station or the city center for convenient transportation, and you can also go out for a walk and eat in Yangshuo at night. You can also stay near West Street, where you can visit the bustling West Street at night. If you prefer quiet, choose the nearby Bilian Shan or Fuqian Lane Longji, you can stay inside the scenic area! Specialty Cuisine Hot Pot / Dry Pot: Beer fish, pig stomach chicken, mutton soup, spotted fish hot pot, rice cake hot pot, spicy seafood hot pot, tomato shrimp, casserole chicken, vinegar blood duck, taro chicken, snail chicken, etc! Rice Noodles: Guilin rice noodles, snail noodles, old friend noodles, red oil rice noodles, vinegar blood duck noodles, nun's vegetarian noodles, etc! Snacks: Oil tea, glutinous rice balls, stewed chicken cup, sweet wine eggs, bean tea, Yangshuo loquat, lotus seed soup!

The scenery in the downtown area of Guilin is concentrated, making it very suitable for tourists to take a leisurely city walk. The night view is even more unique, displaying exquisiteness everywhere. Especially the Sun and Moon Twin Pagodas, it's definitely worth setting aside time in the evening to appreciate. The Two Rivers and Four Lakes (Two Rivers: Li River, Peach Blossom River; Four Lakes: Banyan Lake, Fir Lake, Osmanthus Lake, Mulong Lake) are known as the 'Little Venice'. The Sun and Moon Twin Pagodas hold three world records: 🌈 The golden pagoda is the tallest copper pagoda in the world 🌈 It is the tallest pair of pagodas on water in the world 🌈 The tallest copper building in the world. The Sun and Moon Twin Pagodas are located in the middle of Fir Lake, and it only takes half an hour to walk around the lake. The docks on the east and south shores of the lake are the best spots for photography, and they are also the most crowded places. Remember to set aside time in the evening to capture the beautiful night scenery. The Sun and Moon Twin Pagodas are located next to the Lijiang Waterfall Hotel, diagonally opposite to the No. 3 entrance of Elephant Trunk Hill Park. The park is open for free. If you want to climb the pagodas, you can buy a ticket on site for 35 yuan, which allows you to climb both pagodas. The two pagodas are connected underwater, and there are elevators to the top. The lighting time is from 7 pm to 10 pm, don't miss it. ❗Here are some good spots for photography: 1. The boarding area at the Two Rivers and Four Lakes Night Cruise Pier, where you can capture the effect of the two pagodas overlapping in front and behind. The last boat departs at 9 pm, after which the pier is emptier and more convenient for photography. 2. The Zhiyin Platform Pier, where you can capture the two pagodas side by side, is more crowded, and you can take photos in ethnic costumes. ⚠️ Caution: There are night lights along the lakeshore, which can impair visibility, so be extra careful when going down to the shore at night.

This is my third visit to Guilin. I stayed at the Guilin Hotel and took a walk to the Two Rivers and Four Lakes Scenic Area in the evening... Actually, the best way to visit the Two Rivers and Four Lakes is to take a night cruise. You can take the Guilin Two Rivers and Four Lakes cruise to the Wenchang Bridge Pier and Xiangshan Fisherman's Pier in the Two Rivers and Four Lakes Scenic Area of Xiangshan District, Guilin. The 'Two Rivers and Four Lakes' in Guilin refers to the Lijiang River, Taohua River, Mulong Lake, Gui Lake, Rong Lake, and Shan Lake. The total length of the water system around the city is 7.33 kilometers, with a water surface area of 385,900 square meters. The project was first formed during the Northern Song Dynasty. At that time, boats crisscrossed the Rong Lake, Shan Lake, and Gui Lake, and there were many tourists, which was very prosperous.

⭕ Attraction Introduction: Guilin's "Two Rivers and Four Lakes" refers to the Li River, Taohua (Peach Blossom) River, and the Mulong Lake, Gui Lake, Rong Lake, and Shan Lake. 🛥 You can take a boat to tour the three major areas, each with its own characteristics, 🌟 namely the classical Chinese garden - Rongshan Lake Scenic Area, 🌟 the ecological garden where man and nature are one - Gui Lake Scenic Area, 🌟 and the Song Dynasty historical and cultural park - Mulong Lake Scenic Area; On the boat🛥, you can also admire Guilin's famous Elephant Trunk Hill, Fubo Hill, Diecai Hill, Yao Hill, Baoji Hill, Old Man Hill, and more than a dozen other traditional famous mountains. It can be said that a night tour of Guilin's Two Rivers and Four Lakes allows you to take in the famous mountains and rivers at a glance, truly getting your money's worth. ⭕ Ticket Prices: 🌈 Route Name: Night Tour of Two Rivers and Four Lakes 🎟 Price: Adults 190 RMB/person Children 125 RMB/person 🕒 Opening Hours: 19:30-21:30 🌈 Route Name: Day Tour of Water Guilin 🎟 Price: Adults 100 RMB/person Children 60 RMB/person 🕒 Opening Hours: 8:00--16:30 🌈 Route Name: Cormorant Fishing 🎟 Price: Adults 185 RMB/person Children 105 RMB/person 🕒 Opening Hours: 19:30--21:45 🌈 Route Name: Day Tour of One River and Four Lakes including Mulong Lake 🎟 Price: Adults 130 RMB/person Children 75 RMB/person 🕒 Opening Hours: 8:30--16:30 🚌 Transportation: It is more convenient to go there by electric scooter, taking a taxi during the tourist season may result in traffic jams, it is very close to Zhengyang Street, where you can take a walk and browse around. 📝📝📝 📍1. The Sun and Moon Pagodas in the Shan Lake Scenic Area are recommended for enjoying the night view. 📍2. The Sun and Moon Twin Pagodas can be climbed or not, there is an admission fee, 35 RMB per person. ⭕ Attractions: ✔ Night Tour of Four Lakes ✔ City Circumference Day Tour ✔ Sun and Moon Twin Pagodas ✔ Glass Bridge ✔ Lize Bridge ✔ Lake Center Island ✔ Mulong Lake ✔ Rong and Shan Lake Scenic Area ✔ Gui Lake Scenic Area ✔ Ancient South Gate ✔ Rong Lake Rongxi Bridge

Guilin's landscape is the best in the world, what are the things you must know when visiting Guilin. I, who have been to Guilin N times, want to share with you a few things you must know before traveling to Guilin. - 1️⃣When traveling to Guilin, the general destinations are concentrated in two areas, one is in Guilin city, and the other is Yangshuo. It is recommended to spend 1-2 days in the city and 1-2 days in Yangshuo. 2️⃣The main attractions in Guilin city are Elephant Trunk Hill, Wangcheng, Dongxi Lane, Two Rivers and Four Lakes, and Zhengyang Road Pedestrian Street. These places are all close to each other, so it is most convenient to stay nearby. 3️⃣You must book in advance for the night tour of Two Rivers and Four Lakes, otherwise you may not be able to buy boat tickets on the day. 4️⃣Chongshan's Guilin rice noodles are delicious. You should eat them dry first and then add soup. This is the authentic way to eat them. 5️⃣You can choose train, car, charter, or cruise ship from Guilin to Yangshuo. If time permits, it is recommended to choose a cruise ship. It takes 3-4h to reach Yangshuo, and you can see the Guilin landscape along the way, such as the background of the 20 yuan RMB. 6️⃣You can also take a bamboo raft to tour the Guilin landscape in Yangshuo. In winter, if you choose to take a bamboo raft, you may get wet and cold, so consider carefully. You don't need to arrange too much time for the bamboo raft, just experience it for a while. 7️⃣The bustling area of Yangshuo is West Street, you can stay nearby. Beer fish is a local specialty, and you can also experience the Guangxi performance of Impression Liu Sanjie. - Mr. Daqi | Unlock more travel experiences with you Travel | Food | Hotels | Homestays | Good things Want to know something, let's chat

👍Most recommended: Longji Rice Terraces, Li River, Xingping Ancient Town, Xingping Fishing Village, Ethnic Minority Villages, Daxu Bamboo Raft/Ancient East Waterfall, Ten-Mile Gallery, Yulong River Bamboo Raft, World Lava Wonders, Silver Cave, Yangshuo West Street, Zhengyang Pedestrian Street, East-West Alley, Two Rivers and Four Lakes (Sun and Moon Twin Pagodas) 🍽Dining recommendations: Mima River, Wooden Barrel Pig's Trotters, Ganjiajie Lemon Duck, Guilin Rice Noodles, Old Friend Noodles

Guilin, this beautiful city of mountains and waters, still shows its charming scenery in winter. Recently, I came to Guilin and had an unforgettable winter trip. At night, I chose to take a boat tour of the 'Two Rivers and Four Lakes Scenic Area' to explore the charm of the night here. The Two Rivers and Four Lakes Scenic Area is the most famous urban water system in Guilin, composed of the Li River, Peach Blossom River, Mulong Lake, Gui Lake, Rong Lake, and Fir Lake. At night, it seems to become a dazzling water world, with twinkling lights illuminating the entire water area, making people feel as if they are in a dreamy water kingdom. I boarded a cruise ship and started this night tour. The cruise ship slowly sailed on the water, and the surrounding scenery gradually unfolded. The twin towers on Mulong Lake are like two dazzling pearls, which are particularly dazzling under the light. The tower body is reflected in the water, and it forms a beautiful picture with the surrounding scenery. Along the way, I also saw many bridges and buildings, which were also decorated as highlights in the night. Some bridges are full of colored lights, like rainbows across the water; some buildings show Guilin's history and culture in the form of projections and light shows. The advantage of taking a cruise ship is that you can enjoy the beauty of the twin towers up close. I stood at the bow of the ship, facing the breeze, admiring the magnificent view of the twin towers. The tower body is colorful, and it forms a beautiful picture with the surrounding scenery, which makes people linger. This winter tour of Guilin made me deeply feel the charm of the city's night. The beauty of the Two Rivers and Four Lakes Scenic Area makes people feel as if they are in a fairy tale world, and taking a cruise ship allows me to experience the charm of this scenic area more deeply. If you come to Guilin, don't miss this unforgettable travel experience!