Guilin River: A Historic Gem and Natural Marvel of China

14/11/2024 13:55
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KPL Nestled in southwest China’s Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region, Guilin boasts a warm, humid climate and lush, green forests year-round. With average temperatures hovering around 19°C, the city experiences mild winters and moderate summers, adding to its allure as one of China’s premier tourist destinations.

(KPL) Nestled in southwest China’s Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region, Guilin boasts a warm, humid climate and lush, green forests year-round. With average temperatures hovering around 19°C, the city experiences mild winters and moderate summers, adding to its allure as one of China’s premier tourist destinations.

Recognized globally, Guilin is one of only four Chinese cities approved by the United Nations World Tourism Organization as a top tourist attraction. It hosts four World Heritage Sites and four 5A-rated national attractions, drawing an estimated 140 million visitors annually. Known for its dramatic landscapes and historic charm, Guilin is not only a cultural treasure but also a critical transportation hub, connecting China with ASEAN countries. Guilin Airlines alone operates over 200 domestic and international flight routes, while high-speed railways and highways link the city to various Guangxi towns and other major cities.

Guilin’s unique topography was shaped 300 million years ago when it was submerged under a prehistoric sea. Through millennia of geological transformation, the uplifted limestone eroded under wind and water, forming Guilin’s famed karst rock forests and scenic caves. Visitors today can marvel at the dramatic rock formations, intricate cave systems, and the pristine flow of the Lijiang River, surrounded by verdant mountains and the serene aura of villages like Savannah Village.

To preserve its natural splendor, Guilin employs advanced environmental monitoring technology. The city’s 5G-enabled system tracks water and air quality along the Lijiang River, monitors boat traffic, and provides real-time data to prevent environmental emergencies. With a forest cover of 71.97%, Guilin is committed to safeguarding its landscapes and enhancing its sustainable development.

With over 2,100 years of history, Guilin has inspired poets for centuries, who have lauded the city’s mountains, rivers, and ancient Buddhist carvings in its cliffs and caves. Among its many attractions, Pilien Peak, Seven Star Scenic Area, Long Sheng Hot Spring, Lu Di Cave, and the iconic Elephant Mountain continue to captivate tourists from around the world, solidifying Guilin’s reputation as a natural and cultural treasure of China.

 

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