Wonderland on Earth, 4 must-visit attractions in Yangshuo, Guilin, the best of all

Due to time constraints, I went directly to Xingping Ancient Town in Yangshuo and started a 5-day and 4-night trip to Yangshuo. Xingping Ancient Town is known for its beautiful mountains and rivers and unique scenery. It is a famous tourist town in China.

Although Xingping Ancient Town in Yangshuo is not big, it condenses most of the essence of Guilin’s landscape. The four must-see attractions in Xingping Ancient Town in Yangshuo are simply a wonderland on earth.

1. Laozhai Mountain or Xianggong Mountain

Someone told me that when I go to Xingping, I must climb Laozhai Mountain and Xianggong Mountain. Those two mountains have beautiful scenery. Standing on the top of the mountain, you can view the first bay of the Li River from the best angle.

But if you don’t have time, just choose one of them to climb. It is best not to climb mountains on rainy days. Safety comes first when you go out.

This time, I chose Laozhaishan when I went to Yangshuo. Laozhai Mountain is located on the bank of the Li River in Xingping Town, Yangshuo, with an altitude of more than 300 meters. Although the mountain is not high, it is very steep. When approaching the top of the mountain, you have to climb a nearly 90-degree ladder, which is a test of one's physical strength.

However, when I climbed to the top of Laozhai out of breath, I looked at the Lijiang River, known as "the most beautiful gallery in the world". This jade belt snaked at the foot of the mountain, around the ancient town. When Nanliu left, I suddenly felt that all the fatigue had disappeared.

This is the best place to shoot sunrise and sunset. Many photography enthusiasts go up the mountain in the early morning or four or five o'clock in the afternoon just for the moment of sunrise and sunset.

2. Reflection of yellow cloth

The legendary background of 20 yuan yuan and the thousand-year-old traditional osprey fishing can be seen here. Yuanbao Mountain is reflected in the Lijiang River, as level as a mirror, and the reflection of the green peaks is like a landscape painting. The most beautiful reflection of the Lijiang River is the reflection of Huangbu Beach.

The rivers here are clear and green, truly interpreting the misty charm of Guilin’s mountains and rivers. When you come to Xingping Pier, you can use the pattern on the back of the 20 yuan bill to take a photo with the real magnificent mountains and rivers. It is definitely a A must-do experience that you can’t miss.

The osprey is also called "cormorant". Its feathers are black with purple luster and its beak is long. The domesticated osprey is a good assistant for fishermen in the Li River.

In the past, fishermen on the Li River made a living by fishing with ospreys on the Li River. They took the ospreys and bamboo baskets and supported bamboo rafts to fish in the river. Sometimes the ospreys stood on the bamboo rafts, and sometimes they Diving to catch fish, this traditional fishing method has become a unique scenery on the Lijiang River.

The only thing you can see here is a fisherman performing, and reservations are required in advance. A local aunt told us that this fisherman was over ninety years old, and many people invited him out to cast nets every day. When I went there, I happened to bump into it and took a photo.

3. Jiu Ma Painting Mountain

Jiu Ma Painting Mountain is on the edge of the Li River, about 8 kilometers away from Xingping Ancient Town. This is a very classic attraction. I came here before When I was in Guilin, I came by boat and watched it on the Li River. So this time I chose to hike to visit Jiumahua Mountain.

Nine Horse Painting Mountain is 416 meters high. There are nine horses hidden in the pattern of yellow, white and black rocks on the cliff near the river. Standing on the other side of the river, you can look closely at the shape of the mountain wall. The stone patterns can vaguely outline the outlines of the horses, which are lifelike and have different expressions.

Generally speaking, you can easily find 5 horses under normal circumstances. However, I did a strategy before setting off, so I quickly found 9 horses. It is recommended to visit the Nine Horses Painting Mountain. Friends, do some planning before setting off. It’s very rewarding to stand there and look for nine horses.

After hiking to Lengshui Ferry, you can enjoy the panoramic view of Jiumahua Mountain after crossing to the other side of the river. The transfer fee is: 10 yuan/person/one way, 15 yuan/person/round trip; the ferry opening time is about 7:30 ~ 18:00, and you can pay via WeChat.

4. Yangdi

This is a poem praising the scenery of Yangdi. "Guilin's landscapes are the best in the world" refers to the Li River, which is 164 kilometers long. Yangdi in Xingping Ancient Town is not only the highlight of the Li River, but also the best location to appreciate the Li River.

Generally speaking, sightseeing in Yangdi is limited to hiking, boating, and bamboo rafting. Along the way, you can see carp hanging on the wall, rocky scenery, children worshiping Guanyin, and the Eight Immortals crossing the river. , Nine Horse Painting Mountain and other landscapes.

This road is surrounded by strange peaks and banks, with lingering clear water, cut walls and rivers, green mountains and floating water. The scenery is charming, like a hundred-mile scroll, which is very charming.

If you plan to hike Yangdi, you don’t have to go to see Jiumahua Mountain, because hiking Yangdi will pass by Jiumahuashan, so you can see it together.

The walk from Xingping Ancient Town to Yangdi is about 20 kilometers. The whole journey takes about 7 hours, including stops and walks along the way to take photos, eat, rest, ferry, etc. It is still quite tiring. , if you feel that you are not physically strong enough, it is recommended to take a boat trip.

If you like to indulge in mountains and rivers, and also like poetic pastoral scenery, then take a trip to Yangshuo in the mist and mist.