Guilin Travel Guide
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'East or west, Guilin landscape is best!' Located in the northeast of Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region in south China, Guilin is considered to be the pearl of China's thriving tourist industry on account of the natural beauty and historic treasures. Covering an area of about 27,800 square kilometers (10,734 square miles), the city is rather compact when compared with other major travel destinations in the country. The stunning landscape in which the city is situated has a kind of magic that is all its own. The strangely shaped hills or karsts, with the verdant vegetation ranging from bamboos to conifers together with crystal clear waters and wonderful caves make the city such an appealing destination. It is an important cultural city with a history of more than 2,000 years, and has been served as the political, economic and cultural center of Guangxi since the Northern Song Dynasty (960-1127).
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Population: 4,951,100
Ethnic Minorities: Han and over ten minorities of Zhuang, Yao, Dong, Miao, Hui, Mulao, Maonan
- 72-Hour Visa-Free Transit
- 6-day Visa Exemption
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- Useful Phone Numbers
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Further Reading:
Top 10 China Destinations for First Time Travelers
10 Places to Visit in China for a Trip of a Lifetime
10 Best Cities in China for Budget Travelers
- Our Tour Group by the Li River
3-Day Private Guilin Tour from $379 - Chengyang Wind and Rain Bridge
GL North (13.32pm) -> GL (14.43pm)
Will 25 mins be sufficient for me to transit upon arrival at GL North? Thanks for any tips in advance!


Reed Flute Cave
Elephant Trunk Hill
Folded Brocade Hill
Yangshuo
Seven-Star
Two Rivers &
Wave
Longji

