This is a hidden paradise deep in Guilin

🌞 Escape the urban heat waves in summer and explore the Laoshanjie Longtan River in Guilin, where the water is as clear as jelly and breathtakingly beautiful! 🏃‍♂️ When the city's heat becomes unbearable, why not take an impromptu trip and hide away in this cool mountain world? 🌊 This place is praised as the 'Little Jiuzhaigou' of Guilin, with crystal-clear water that shines like jade. Here, you can enjoy swimming, diving, and boating to your heart's content, making it hard to leave! 🌳 💎 Along the way, you'll pass through canyons, waterfalls, and lush forests, with every corner being a great spot for photos. Moreover, it's not overly commercialized, and most visitors are locals, so you don't have to worry about crowds. 🌟 Highlights of exploring Laoshanjie Longtan River that you shouldn't miss: 🔷 Crystal-clear water that looks like a piece of jade. 🔄 Scenery similar to Jiuzhaigou, but you can actually swim in it. 🔄 It's also a natural oxygen bar, with every breath of air being fresh and pleasant. 💦 Must-do activities: ✅ Swimming: The water at the source of the Li River is incredibly pure and clear, a true gift of nature. ✅ Paddleboarding and diving: Experience water fun in designated areas. 'Huilong Cave' offers paddleboarding services (150 yuan per board), regular diving (50 yuan per person), and free diving (100 yuan per person). ✅ Hiking: Walk along the boardwalk through the original vegetation, and you might even encounter some small animals! 🗺 Tour route: 🏞️ There are two places to play in the water at Longtan River. The first 'Waterfront Pier' is just a 15-minute walk away, remember to cross the 'Wind and Rain Bridge.' The second is 'Yao Pool,' about a 40-minute walk, with fewer people and beautiful scenery, definitely worth a visit. Both places have simple changing rooms for convenience. 🏄‍♂️ 'Huilong Cave' offers not only paddleboarding but also exciting activities like waterfall rappelling, which require extra fees but no need to bring your own equipment. 📍 Address: Laoshanjie Longtan River Scenic Area, Guilin (No. 18, Longtan River Village, Huajiang Yao Ethnic Township, Xing'an County, Guilin City) 【Transportation】 🚗 80 kilometers from Guilin city center, about 1.5 to 2 hours by car or charter, the most convenient way. 🅿 Parking fee in the scenic area is 10 yuan. 🕒 Opening hours: 8:00-18:00, no entry after 17:00. 🎟️ Ticket price: 60 yuan per person ⏰ Recommended visit time: 3-4 hours 🍔 Dining: There are no restaurants in the scenic area, but there are some snack stalls at the entrance of the boardwalk, such as grilled sausages and sweet water. It's best to bring your own food. 🏢 Accommodation: Consider staying in a homestay in Xing'an County, the environment is quite good. 📝 Notes: 1. 🌞 Remember to apply sunscreen! 2. 📵 The signal in the mountains is not very good, so prepare food and water in advance. 3. 🚻 There are not many toilets and trash cans in the scenic area, so solve personal issues at the entrance. 4. 🚫 Do not enter the water near canyons and waterfalls without professional supervision. 5. 🐜 Don't forget to bring mosquito repellent to avoid being disturbed by mosquitoes. 6. 🌧️ If heavy rain is forecasted, postpone your visit for safety reasons.