Guilin China Travel Vlog: 20 BEST Things to do in Guilin & Yangshuo
Explore the breathtaking karst landscapes and vibrant culture of Guilin and Yangshuo, China. This collection highlights iconic natural wonders like the Li River and Longji Terraces, alongside charming villages and bustling streets, offering an unforgettable adventure for every traveler.
Li River
A UNESCO World Heritage site and one of China's most picturesque areas, with views so beautiful they are printed on the 20 yuan note.
Longji Rice Terraces
Famous rice terraces built into the hillsides due to lack of arable land, offering scenic views, especially in September when they turn golden yellow.
Reed Flute Cave
A cave known for its stunning stalactites, stalagmites, and colorful lighting, revealing a dramatic underground world.
Xianggong Hill
Not mentioned explicitly but implied as a scenic spot in the Guilin area.
Rongshanhu
A scenic area in Guilin city, home to the Sun and Moon Pagodas and an 800-year-old banyan tree, serving as a recreational park popular among locals and tourists.
Sun and Moon Pagodas
Iconic attraction in Guilin located in Rongshanhu scenic area and an important photo stop.
Elephant Trunk Hill
A famous hill resembling an elephant drinking water from the river and is synonymous with Guilin's identity.
Zhengyang Walking Street
The oldest and busiest pedestrian street in Guilin, with a history of over a thousand years, surrounded by Han and Tang Dynasty buildings, filled with Guilin's best street foods.
Huangluo
The village of the long-haired Red Yao women, known as the world's longest hair village according to Guinness World Records.
Xingping
An ancient town offering one of the best viewpoints of the 20 yuan view of the Li River.
Shangri-La
A park highlighting the rich cultures of Guangxi's ethnic groups, including the Jang, Yao, Tong, and Meow, with traditions and daily life showcased.
Silver Cave
A cave with stalactites, stalagmites, and colorful lighting, revealing a dramatic underground world.
Liitang Waterfall Hotel
A hotel known for a massive waterfall that pours down from its top floor at around 8:00 p.m.
Pingang Tuang village
Home of the Tuang people, as well as Quailing's famous Long terraces.
West Street
Yangshuo's oldest street, known for its electric energy, shops, restaurants, bars, and live music.
Moon Hill
Located along Yangshuo's 10-mile gallery, a spot for photos.
Butterfly Spring Park
A park with butterfly and avatar themes, offering a night show that covers the cultures of the Tong and Meow people.
Yangshuo
A smaller county known for its slower pace, scenic views, and the Li River.