Guilin is one of the most beautiful cities in China due to the picturesque Li River and Karst peaks around it.
The Li River originates in the Mao'er Mountains in Xing'an County and flows in the general southern direction through Guilin, Yangshuo and Pingle. The 54-kilometer waterway on the twisty Li River from Zhujiang to Yangshuo covers hundreds and thousands of grotesque peaks. Its unusual Karst topography hillsides have often been compared to those at Halong Bay, Vietnam.
Yangshuo is surrounded by Karst peaks and bordered on one side by the Li River it is easily accessible by bus or by boat from nearby Guilin. Over the years, it has become popular with foreign backpackers. Two main roads run away from the water and form the central part of the town, Chinese Street and West Street. Most foreign-oriented businesses, such as hostels, hotels, rock climbing companies, restaurants and entertainment venues, are situated on West Street.