Guilin, China

Why go


• Forests of Sweet Osmanthus that make Guilin one of China’s charming cities.
• Elephant Trunk Hill, Reed Flute Cave, Longji Rice Terraces, karst formations.
• Cultural gems in the form of heritage shows and local crafts available at the Li Jiang and Butterfly rivers.


What you need to know


Region: Guangxi
Climate: Subtropical
Area: 27,809 sq km
Population: 1,340,000
Density: 48/sq km
Postal code: 541000


Did you know that…a network of man-made canals connect Guilin to the mighty Yangtze River?


Where to stay


To find the best hotels in Guilin see the Visiting China special feature on Guilin Hotels.