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Mao'er Mountains
Maoershan Mountain's main peak stands at 2,141.5 meters, making it one of the highest peaks in South China. Often referred to as "the crown of the Five Ridges and the summit of South China," this area is also...Li River and Zi RiverThe birthplace of [product name], connecting the Yangtze River and Pearl River systems. The scenic area features vast forests with ancient, intertwined trees, presenting pristine wilderness scenery. It's also home to precious hemlock trees, a rare species surviving from the Ice Age. From April to June each year, the mountains are covered in blooming azaleas, creating a breathtaking sea of flowers that resembles clouds and rosy sunsets from afar. Beyond its natural beauty, Maoershan Mountain also features historic red tourism sites, including the Laoshanjie Pass crossed by the Red Army during the Long March and the WWII-era American plane crash site. For reaching the summit of Maoershan Mountain, we recommend taking the attraction bus directly up the mountain, which takes about 1 hour. The bus makes stops at several key scenic spots along the way, such as Laoshanjie and the Iron Fir Park. After getting off the bus, you'll need to walk along a hiking trail to reach the peak. The sunset, sunrise, and sea of clouds here are absolutely breathtaking. There are hotels and guesthouses at the summit where you can stay overnight to enjoy the stunning sunrise the next morning. Maoershan Mountain is a nature reserve where hiking is prohibited.Xing'an County · 38km from downtown
Lingqu Canal
Lingqu is located in Xing'an County in the north of Guilin City. It is called Qin Chi Canal and Xing'an Canal. It is the Qin Dynasty water conservancy project with the same name as Dujiangyan. Qin Shihuang used these tens of kilometers of waterways to begin the journey of integrating Nanyue into China. Now walking along the Lingqu River, you can still feel the ambition and wisdom of the ancients. The size balance, the mouth and the water street are the main attractions of the spiritual channel.Xing'an County · 1.9km from downtown
Maoershan·Wonangpiao Resort
Guilin's Xing'an county Mao'er mountain attraction boasts the ecological advantage of being the highest peak in South China, with 98% forest coverage and rare "jelly water" gentle water system resources at the Li river source. Rich in natural views like mountains, waters, and bamboo forests, it provides an ideal foundation for water-based outdoor activities. During the 14th five-year plan period, the attraction broke through traditional sightseeing models by focusing on "light adventure and heavy healing", innovatively launching the "wocang drift" water sports project to create a new integrated format of "outdoor sports + rural cultural tourism". It became a benchmark for lightweight integration of culture, tourism, and sports in Guangxi. In 2025, this project won multiple honors for cultural-tourism integration innovation, achieved over 100 million exposures across platforms, and became a phenomenal outdoor sports IP.Xing'an County · 32.6km from downtown
Headwaters Lijiang River Grand Canyon
The Lijiang Source Grand Canyon is located at the foot of the Mao'er Mountain Scenic Area, the pinnacle of southern China. It has beautiful mountains and clear waters, winding paths and winding paths, and a natural ecology with a primitive style. It has a high content of negative oxygen ions and is a natural oxygen bar. This is the source of the Li River, with clear and delicious flowing water, rich in minerals, and the growth of the national second-class protected animal, the giant salamander. There are more than ten scenic spots in the scenic area, including Yingbin Waterfall, Qifu Pavilion, Fairy Pool, Tea Garden, Bajie Pond, Jiutian Feipu, Longtan, Rhinoceros Back, Swan Lake, dangerous rocks and towering rocks, and Zhongliu Pillar.Xing'an County · 33.8km from downtown
Transcendental Scenic Area·Human Drifting
Nestled among the lush mountains and crystal-clear waters near Guilin, Chaoranpai Scenic Area offers a unique water experience—body rafting. Participants wear professional life-saving gear and float downstream along the natural riverbed of a pristine Li River tributary. The gentle current allows for leisurely appreciation of the karst landscape's towering peaks reflected in the water, while occasional faster sections add refreshing excitement. Unlike traditional rafting, body rafting lets you feel the water's embrace and the rocks beneath more intimately, creating a profound connection with nature. With professional safety measures in place, this activity offers an extraordinary way to reconnect with nature and rejuvenate both body and mind.Xing'an County · 32.5km from downtown
Lingqu Water Street Scenic Area
Xing'an County · 1.3km from downtown
Elephant Hill Scenic Area
The Elephant Hill Scenic Area is located in the heart of Guilin, at the confluence of the Li River and the Peach Blossom River. It derives its name from its resemblance to a giant elephant stretching its trunk to drink from the sweet waters of the Li River. In his work "Records of Elephant Hill," Shu Shu, a Qing Dynasty official from the Ministry of Works, wrote: "The marvels of Guangxi lie in its mountains; the marvels of Guangxi's mountains lie in their rocks, and the elephant-shaped hill facing the provincial capital is the most marvelous of all." With its lifelike form, the attraction captivates visitors and stands as a quintessential representation of Guilin's landscape. In 1995, it was designated as the city emblem of Guilin. The main attractions in the scenic area include: Elephant Hill and Water Moon, Puxian Pagoda, Elephant Hill Scenic Area and Guilin Sanhua Liquor, Elephant Hill Scenic Area - Love Island, and Elephant Hill Scenic Area - Yunfeng Temple Taiping Heavenly Kingdom Exhibition Hall. Elephant trunk hill and water moon cave "Elephant trunk hill and water moon" is a spectacular wonder here, as described in the poem by Ji Bei Hermit of the Song Dynasty.Harmony of water, moon and caveThe poem reads: "The moon is beneath the water, the moon floats upon the water. The water flows but the moon stays, the moon departs yet the water still flows." On a moonlit night, visiting the Water Moon Cave at the Elephant Trunk Hill attraction presents a magical scene where the moon in the sky, the cave, and the water reflect each other beautifully. Inside the cave, you can find the "Poem and Preface of the Morning Sun Pavilion" by Zhang Xiaoxiang from the Song Dynasty and works by Fan Chengda.Inscription on the water and moon caveAnd over 50 precious cliff carvings including Lu You's poetry manuscripts. Xiangshan scenic area - Puxian pagoda Winding up along the rocky cliffs, you can see the Puxian pagoda standing tall amidst the greenery from afar. Built during the Ming dynasty, this 13.6m-high solid brick lama-style pagoda has a history of over 400 years. On the northern side of the pagoda, there is a line-engraved bluestone statue of a bodhisattva, with the mantra "Namo Puxian Bodhisattva" inscribed above it, hence the name Puxian pagoda in the Xiangshan attraction. Buddhist scriptures record that Puxian bodhisattva's mount is a six-tusked white elephant, making the pagoda's location atop Xiangshan mountain a perfect embodiment of this scripture. Elephant Hill Scenic Area and Guilin Sanhua liquor This is a natural wine cellar, with two-thirds of the mountain being hollow. It stays warm in winter and cool in summer, maintaining a constant temperature of 19°C and humidity above 90% year-round. Since the Song Dynasty, it has served as an official cellar for storing Sanhua wine. Sanhua wine is colorless and transparent, with a fragrant yet spicy taste. It drawsLi RiverWith the essence of the mountains and the soul of the Li River, it has become a representative of China's rice-aroma liquor. The cellar liquor was designated as a tribute to the imperial court as early as the Northern Song Dynasty and is one of the three treasures of Guilin. To date, nearly a thousand tons of liquor are stored in the caves. Love island Love island is located on the north side of the attraction, adjacent toLi RiverIt is another scenic viewpoint for distant viewing. The island boasts a beautiful environment and lush vegetation, making it a popular dating spot for locals in the 1970s, hence the name "love island". Today, it serves as an outdoor photography base for wedding celebrations against the backdrop of Guilin's landscape, where couples make their vows of love under the witness of the elephant trunk hill and the moon reflected in the water.Guilin · 53.6km from Xing'an County
Solitary Beauty Peak Prince City Scenic Area
Solitary Beauty Peak Prince City Scenic Area, with a history dating back over 600 years to the Hongwu era of the Ming dynasty, was originally built by Zhu Yuanzhang for his grandnephew Zhu Shouqian as a princely city. Today, it is a national 5a-level attraction in guilin, with the solitary beauty peak serving as its iconic landmark. The Solitary Beauty Peak Prince City Scenic Area showcases a harmonious blend of natural landscapes and historical cultural views, embodying the concept of "a city within scenery and scenery within a city." It serves as a microcosm of Guilin, a world-renowned city celebrated for its picturesque landscapes and rich history. The famous saying "Guilin's scenery is peerless in the world," known globally, originates from the stone wall of Solitary Beauty Peak. Encompassing Guilin's three major historical and cultural systems, the attraction stands as a quintessential representation of Guilin's heritage. Entering this scenic area is like stepping through the gateway to Guilin's history and culture, giving rise to the widely circulated phrase: "Guilin's scenery is peerless in the world, and to know Guilin is to explore Prince City." As early as the Southern and Northern Dynasties period, renowned scholar Yan Yanzhi studied and composed poetry at the foot of Solitary Beauty Peak, initiating the literary tradition of the Lingnan region. During the Tang Dynasty, the first official educational institution in Guangxi's history was established here. In the Song Dynasty, Wang Zhenggong engraved the timeless phrase "Guilin's scenery is peerless under heaven" on the peak, which became the city's most representative slogan. The Ming Dynasty saw military strategist Liu Bowen recognizing Solitary Beauty Peak's auspicious location, leading to the construction of the Prince of Jingjiang's Mansion. During the Qing Dynasty, the mansion was converted into Guangxi's imperial examination hall, becoming a major testing center in southwest China that produced 585 jinshi (metropolitan graduates) and 4 zhuangyuan (top scholars), including one who achieved the rare "triple first" honor. In the Republican era, Sun Yat-sen established his Northern Expedition headquarters here. In 1954, Guangxi Normal University relocated to this site. The Solitary Beauty Peak Prince City Scenic Area has not only nurtured exceptional talents but also served as Guangxi's political, economic, and cultural center throughout history. Solitary Beauty Peak Standing solitary in the center of Guilin, Solitary Beauty Peak rises abruptly from the ground as the king of all mountains in the area. Ascending to its summit offers a panoramic view of the entire city of Guilin, embodying the majestic sentiment of "overlooking all surrounding peaks." It has been honored as the "Pillar of Southern Sky." As early as the Southern Dynasties period, renowned scholar Yan Yanzhi praised its grandeur in his poem: "None rivals Duxiu's majesty, towering above the city walls." Solitary beauty peak prince city scenic area The prince of Jingjiang mansion is the best-preserved princely relic in china and serves as the core attraction within the Solitary Beauty Peak Prince City Scenic Area. The prince of Jingjiang mansion museum, also known as the "chengyun hall," was where ancient princes handled administrative affairs. Today, the museum showcases the history of the prince of jingjiang mansion and the transformation of guilin. Visitors can explore through high-tech holographic projections and 3d displays, and even experience the ancient art of rubbing at the "prince mansion rubbing workshop."Solitary Beauty Peak cliff carvings On the cliffs of Solitary Beauty Peak, there are approx. 200 cliff carvings preserved from various dynasties, including the famous ancient saying "Guilin's scenery is peerless in the world". The site also features numerous precious buddha and tai sui stone carvings, as well as the five blessings series which appeared on the 2017 cctv spring festival gala. It is now a nationally protected cultural relic. Secret rubbings of the prince's mansion The secret rubbing technique of the Prince's Mansion has a history of over a hundred years. It is a colored feng shui rubbing craft developed by Zhu Zaojing, the third-generation Prince of Jingjiang, and has now been listed as an intangible cultural heritage. Visitors can experience this ancient rubbing technique here. Learning to create the Prince's Mansion secret rubbings holds significant value for the inheritance and development of Chinese historical culture and folk art.Guilin · 52.4km from Xing'an County
Two Rivers and Four Lakes Scenic Area
Night Tour of Two Rivers and Four Lakes Take a night cruise on the Two Rivers and Four Lakes to enjoy the mountain and water scenery of Shanhu Lake, Ronghu Lake, Guihu Lake, Mulong Lake, Lijiang River and Taohua River in the city, visit the scenic belt in the core of Guilin City, and experience the water system around the city that is comparable to the water city of Venice. Highlights and Features:The night tour of Two Rivers and Four Lakes is one of the classic products of my Attraction. While taking a boat, you can not only enjoy the scenic spots of the four lakes, famous bridges and mountains, but also watch the fine performances such as osprey fishing, Yao village customs, half-zither falling moon and other fine performances that have been passed down for thousands of years. You can also cruise on the Li River and Taohua River, feel the essence of Guilin's mountains and rivers, "the city is in the scenery, the scenery is in the city", and enjoy the dazzling charm of Guilin at night. Night Tour of One River and Four Lakes Take a night cruise on the One River and Four Lakes to enjoy the mountain and water scenery of Shan Lake, Rong Lake, Gui Lake, Mulong Lake, Li River or Taohua River in the city, visit the scenic belt in the core of Guilin City, experience the ring-shaped water system comparable to the water city of Venice, as well as classic performances such as osprey fishing with a thousand-year history, Yao village customs, and the naked-eye 3D light and shadow show of the ancient city wall of Mulong Lake. Highlights and Features:The night cruise on One River and Four Lakes is one of the classic products of our Attraction. While taking a boat, you can not only enjoy the scenic spots of the four lakes, famous bridges and mountains, but also watch the fine performances such as osprey fishing, Yao village customs, half-zither and falling moon that have been passed down for thousands of years. You can also cruise on the Li River or Taohua River, feel the essence of Guilin's mountains and rivers, "the city is in the scenery, the scenery is in the city", and enjoy the dazzling charm of Guilin at night. Night Tour of Four Lakes Take a night cruise on the four lakes to enjoy the dazzling night scenery of Shan Lake, Rong Lake, Gui Lake and Mulong Lake, as well as classic performances such as osprey fishing with a thousand-year history. Highlights and Features:The night tour of the Four Lakes is a high-quality night tour route in our Attraction. You can take a boat to visit the core scenic belt of Guilin City and experience the water system around the city that can be compared with the water city of Venice. Along the way, you can enjoy many scenic spots such as Shan Lake, Rong Lake, Gui Lake, and Mulong Lake, and overlook famous bridges and mountains; watch the thousand-year-old osprey fishing, Yaoxiang customs, and the exquisite performance of the half-zither falling moon, and enjoy the dazzling and colorful landscape of Guilin at night. Day Trip to One River and Four Lakes You can take a day trip on the One River and Four Lakes by boat to see Shan Lake, Rong Lake, Gui Lake, Mulong Lake, and the urban section of the Li River, enjoy the picturesque natural scenery, and see famous mountains of various shapes. Highlights and Features:Take a day trip on a boat to the scenic belt around the core of Guilin city, where you can appreciate the picturesque natural scenery up close. Along the way, many famous mountains appear in sequence, including Elephant Trunk Hill, Fubo Hill, Diecai Hill, Seven-star Hill, Baoji Hill, and Seniors Hill. Famous bridges from China and abroad in various shapes, and elegant pagodas and pavilions decorate the ancient city of mountains and rivers, allowing tourists to truly feel the charm of Guilin's world-class landscape.Guilin · 52.2km from Xing'an County
Longji Rice Terraces
Longji Rice Terraces are a large-scale terraced group in Guilin. The multiple tiers and curve lines are visually very impressive. The villages are inhabited by several ethnic minorities. There are ethnic minorities such as the Zhuang and the Yao. When you visit the Longji Rice Terraces, the main thing to do is go on foot and take photos. You can also take photos of the local farmhouse and experience the ethnic customs. In addition, sunrise at Longji Rice Terraces is very beautiful and well worth seeing.Longsheng · 56.1km from Xing'an County
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Mao'er Mountains
Xing'an County · 38km from downtownImmediate access, Book now for today, Cancel anytimeLingqu Canal
Xing'an County · 1.9km from downtownImmediate access, Book now for today, Cancel anytimeMaoershan·Wonangpiao Resort
Xing'an County · 32.6km from downtownHeadwaters Lijiang River Grand Canyon
Xing'an County · 33.8km from downtownImmediate access, Book now for today, Cancel anytimeTranscendental Scenic Area·Human Drifting
Xing'an County · 32.5km from downtownLingqu Water Street Scenic Area
Xing'an County · 1.3km from downtownElephant Hill Scenic Area
Guilin · 53.6km from Xing'an CountyImmediate access, Book now for today, Cancel anytimeSolitary Beauty Peak Prince City Scenic Area
Guilin · 52.4km from Xing'an CountyTwo Rivers and Four Lakes Scenic Area
Guilin · 52.2km from Xing'an CountyLongji Rice Terraces
Longsheng · 56.1km from Xing'an CountyImmediate access, Book now for today, Cancel anytime
What travellers say about Xing'an County
无语的leechi28811 April 2026
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This emerald green is absolutely captivating at first sight 💚. A very off-the-beaten-path, incredibly beautiful place, definitely worth a visit. It's also very cool in summer. The green water is simply irresistible.
Headwaters Lijiang River Grand Canyon
_WB***6717 October 2026
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The driver provided excellent service. He contacted us the night before to arrange pick-up and drop-off, and was punctual. He was incredibly enthusiastic, sharing local customs and culture along the way. He even lent us his hiking poles, which were helpful for our elderly relative who wasn't feeling well. Highly recommended!
The rice terraces in mid-October were also stunning and spectacular. A very enjoyable trip!
Longji Rice Terraces
