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| Guilin is the perfect place for a small boat trip on the picturesque
Li River. The scenerey is most spectacular and Guilin has been flooded
with tourists since the opening of China. The river is flanked on
both shores by limestone mountains; you know what to expect from the
Chineses paintings you have undoubtedly seen. Most cruises last a
day with lunch included. The normal end point is the small town of
Yangshuo, where you can rent bicycles to ride through the countryside.
For most western tourist Yangshuo is a better place to stay than Guilin
itself. The beauty of the limestone crags is also found within Guilin
itself. Visit the Seven Star Park which has caves and a zoo (more
pandas). Guilin is said to be founded in 214 BC. The best season to
visit is autumn. The town itself is not developed, but it's modern,
clean and organized, and a good place to spend a day exploring several
smaller hills within its boundaries. You can also take some spicy
Guilinjiang, a type of pepper sauce back home. |
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