Guilin Karst Mountains
Guilin is famed for its dramatic limestone __karst__ landscape, towering peaks, serpentine rivers, and historic reefs and caves — a quintessential Chinese natural scenery.
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Geography
| Continent | Asia |
|---|---|
| Region | Southern China |
| Subregion | Eastern Asia |
| Country | China |
| State | Guangxi |
| County | Guilin region |
| District | Guilin city |
| City | Guilin |
| Timezone | AsiaShanghai |
| Latitude | 25.28 |
| Longitude | 110.3 |
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3:56 AM LOCAL TIMEGuilin lies in a primarily limestone __karst__ terrain etched by the Li River and its tributaries, with tall peaks, limestone pinnacles, and a network of caves and sinkholes. The region's scenic valleys, waterways, and historic sites are connected by a mix of waterways, trail routes, and secondary roads. Visitors come to cruise the Li River, explore _Reed Flute Cave, stroll through Yangshuo_ nearby, and hike or bike among the peaks and rice paddies. Key towns provide base options for tours, river trips, and outdoor activities — use local guides to access narrower trails and less-visited valleys.
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