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3 Days in Guilin China | Exploring Yangshuo, Lijiang River, old towns | Travel Vlog

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Discover the natural wonders and cultural charm of Guilin and Yangshuo, China, on this 3-day itinerary. Explore the iconic Li River, wander through ancient towns like Xingping, and climb scenic peaks for unforgettable views.

  • Yangshuo

    Yangshuo is a scenic area known for its beautiful landscapes, particularly the Lijiang River and surrounding mountains, which are best viewed outside of the winter season when the river is not dried up.

  • Tea Cozy Hotel

    Tea Cozy Hotel in Yangshuo is mentioned as an awesome accommodation option.

  • Wing Hotel Guilin Central Square

    Wing Hotel Guilin Central Square is a 4-star hotel praised for its location with access to food and shopping, and its separate shower, toilet, and wash basin.

  • Guilin Good Food Street

    Guilin Good Food Street is a food court where the reviewer ate steamed rice rolls with shrimps and porridge due to a cold.

  • Riyue Shuangta Cultural Park

    Riyue Shuangta Cultural Park features the Sun and Moon Pagodas on Shanhu Lake, with minzu costume rentals and photo shoots available.

  • Shanhu Lake

    Shanhu Lake is where the Riyue Shuangta (Sun and Moon Pagodas) are located, offering a leisurely trail around the lake.

  • Da Long Yi

    Da Long Yi is a hotpot restaurant in Central Square known for its private corners, tea service, shrimp paste, and tomato soup, with an affordable price for a meal for six people.

  • Xiangbishan (Elephant Trunk Hill)

    Xiangbishan (Elephant Trunk Hill) is a landmark where people leave wishes and blessings and is a popular spot for minzu costume photoshoots; it also contains handicraft stores.

  • 兴坪古镇 (Xing Ping Gu Zhen)

    Xing Ping Gu Zhen is a town where exotic fruits, including 'Chicken Feet Fruit,' are sold en route to Yangshuo.

  • Lijiang River Scenic Area

    Lijiang River Scenic Area offers views of the Lijiang River and surrounding mountains, though the river may be dried up in winter.

  • West Street (Xi Jie)

    West Street (Xi Jie) in Yangshuo offers shopping, rest stops, and dining, including a restaurant where the Singapore President or Prime Minister supposedly dined, and features grilled durian and locally made perfumes.

  • 月亮山 (Moon Hill)

    Moon Hill is a location where a minzu performance was scheduled; the reviewer skipped the viewing platform due to a cold.

  • Xianggong Mountain

    Xianggong Mountain was closed for maintenance and replaced with a visit to Gold Water Cave on the tour itinerary.

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