Li River

Li River is famous for its verdant hills and limpid water. The scenery along both banks is just like Chinese paintings. When visiting Li River American president Bill Clinton said: “I heard of the name of Li River long ago. Today I visit Li River. It is more vivid and genuine than what I thought before. Nowhere is like Guilin. It makes me think of the traditional Chinese paintings."

Li River originates in Mountain Cat at Xinan County in the northeast of Guilin, Jiangxi province, snaking its way for 170kilometers, flows through Guilin, Yangshuo to Gongchen River. The section between Guilin to Yangshuo, winding 83kilometers, enjoys the glory of Gallery on River. The rolling peaks, steep cliff, verdant hills and greenish water composed a beautiful pastoral picture. A whole-day Li River Cruise is the most attractive way to visiting this tourism line. Every day there are many tourists relaxing themselves on the cruise down to Yangshuo. The cruises are air-conditioned. You can stay inside or enjoy the lovely breeze on deck. The beautiful landscape will gradually slip from you and new beautiful views will catch you eyes. The rolling peak, the steep cliff, the clear water, you must indulge yourself in the picturesque landscape and have a real relaxation. Li River cruise serves lunch on board. You can enjoy the local featured food and fresh fish caught from the Li River, which is very interesting. It is a good idea to end your cruise in Yangshuo where is deserved to visit. A Chinese saying said that Guilin has China’s best hills and waters. Yangshuo has Guilin’s best hills and waters”. During Li River Cruise, you can not only enjoy the beautiful scenery but also the daily activities of local people. Li River cruise will be an unforgettable memory in your life.

Tourists should not worry about the whether when visiting Li River. Since the scenery varies from different whether. In sunny days, tourists can appreciate the inverted reflection of verdant peaks; in cloudy days, the tourists can view clouds and mists covering the hills; in rainy day, the hazy view of the drizzling rain and lingering clouds give birth to a wonderful fairyland for tourists. There are too many scenic spots along Li River to mention and every spots will bring you different feelings. It is a must-be scenery of Guilin.

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