Guilin | A Poetic Journey Through Misty Mountains and Rivers, A Must-See Destination

🌈 Honestly, This place embodies the essence of Chinese landscape aesthetics. 🚣♀️ Must-try: Boat Trip on the Li River The Li River at dawn resembles a misty ink painting. Choose a bamboo raft for a leisurely drift (the Yangdi-Nine Horses Fresco Hill section offers stunning views with fewer crowds). The moment the oar breaks the reflection in the water, You'll truly understand the meaning of "drifting on azure waves, immersed in a painted scene." ⏰ Preparation: ✨ Documents: ID card, student ID, etc. are essential for travel 🧾. You'll need them for tickets and accommodation. ✨ Clothing: Choose appropriate clothing based on the season 👕. Remember to wear flat shoes or sneakers 👟 for comfortable walking. ✨ Electronics: Phone, camera, charger, selfie stick, headphones 🎧 to capture beautiful moments and enjoy music during your trip. 🎏 Food: Exploring local cuisine is a must! These restaurants are local favorites, offering delicious hidden gems 😍~ ✅ Guilin Rice Noodles: A must-try in Guilin, known for its smooth texture and rich broth 🥣. ✅ Beer Fish: A Yangshuo specialty, featuring tender fish infused with the aroma of beer 🍺. ✅ Vinegar Blood Duck: A sour and spicy appetizer with firm and chewy duck meat 🦆. ✅ Osmanthus Cake: Sweet, soft, and glutinous, with a delightful osmanthus fragrance 🌸. ✅ Lipu Taro with Braised Pork: Soft taro paired with melt-in-your-mouth braised pork 🥩. ✅ Bamboo Rice: Rice cooked in bamboo tubes, imbued with a subtle bamboo aroma 🍚. ✅ Eighteen Stuffings: A variety of unique and flavorful stuffed dishes 🥘. ✅ Duck Feet and Snail Clay Pot: Tender duck feet and flavorful snails in a rich broth 🍲. ✅ Luosifen (Snail Noodles): A sour, spicy, and savory dish that's incredibly addictive 🍜. 🚗 Transportation: ✈️ By Air: Guilin Liangjiang International Airport offers airport shuttle buses to the city center. 🚅 By High-Speed Rail: Guilin Railway Station/Guilin North Railway Station. Take a bus or taxi from the station to reach attractions. City Center ➡️ Yangshuo: Take a bus from Guilin South Bus Station to Yangshuo; or take the high-speed rail to Yangshuo Station and transfer to a bus or taxi. 💗 Other Tips: ☔ During the rainy season (April-June), carry a foldable umbrella. 🌞 In summer, sunscreen and cooling sleeves are essential. 🦟 Bring enough mosquito repellent! The mosquitoes by the Li River are fierce. 👟 Wear non-slip shoes! The stone paths can be very slippery after rain.