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About Guilin

Guilin lies in northeastern Guangxi, southern China, and is known for its dramatic karst hills, winding rivers, caves and compact, relaxed city center. It serves as a scenic gateway to the Li River landscape, with urban life set close to mountains, lakes and old neighborhoods.

The city is well connected by high-speed rail to Guangzhou, Shenzhen, Nanning and other regional hubs, while Guilin Liangjiang International Airport handles domestic routes and selected international services. Long-distance buses also link Guilin with nearby towns and rural scenic areas.

Guilin has been an important settlement since imperial times, valued for its strategic position and celebrated in Chinese painting and poetry for centuries. Visitors often begin around the Two Rivers and Four Lakes area, Elephant Trunk Hill and Reed Flute Cave, then continue to Seven Star Park, the Jingjiang Princes' City and boat trips toward Yangshuo.

Nature defines the rhythm of the city. Summers are warm and humid, winters are generally mild, and spring or autumn often bring the most comfortable sightseeing weather. Daily life feels slower than in China's largest cities, with evening walks, lakeside views and nearby countryside shaping the atmosphere.

Social life gathers around night markets, riverfront streets, tea houses and performances, while popular activities include Li River cruises, cycling in Yangshuo, bamboo rafting on the Yulong River and exploring Longji Rice Terraces outside the city.

Local flavors include Guilin rice noodles, often served with sliced meat, pickled vegetables and chili, along with river fish, stuffed snails and Guangxi-style sour and spicy dishes. Within the city, travelers can use buses, taxis, ride-hailing, shared bikes and organized tourist shuttles to reach major sights.