Guilin & the Li River
China's Painted Landscape
Mist-wrapped karst peaks over a winding river — the scenery on the 20-yuan note.
At a glance · 5 reasons to go
Why Guilin & the Li River.
Cruise the Li River past surreal limestone peaks to Yangshuo.
Cycle and raft the emerald countryside around Yangshuo.
The Longji terraced rice fields cascading down the hills.
Cormorant fishermen on bamboo rafts at dusk.
Color-lit cave wonders like Reed Flute Cave.
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Guilin is the China of classical paintings come to life — drift the Li River between mist-shrouded peaks, then cycle the emerald countryside around Yangshuo.
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Safety Overview
Guilin & the Li River
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Reviewed: 2026-06-06
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