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Tourist Destinations of China
Guilin
is regarded in
China as the countries
most picturesque city.
Two crystal-clear rivers
meander through the
city, which is encircled
by mountains with
unusual & bizarre rock
formations and caves.
Two crustal movements
of the earth took place
about 200 and 180
million years ago
thrusting the limestone
sediments out of the sea
from its bottom more
than 200 meters below
the surface to form a
large expanse of land.
The karst formation
became the hills and
rocks with unusual
shapes through many
years of erosion by the
wind and rain. There are
many complete karst
(Limestone sites), which
are of high scientific
value and tourist value.
Karst caves and stone
forests are a feature
the natural environment
of Guilin . The altitude
is 140-160 meters.
Guilin is in subtropical
and monsoon zone with
warm and moist climate.
All this makes Guilin a
unique natural
experience for the
visitor.
The Li River
meanders through Guilin from north to south. Most of
Guilin lies on the western bank of the Li
River. The main artery is Zhongshan Lu,
which runs roughly parallel to the river on its western
side. At the southern end of this street is Guilin
Railway Station. Zhoangshan Lu is a rapidly developing
stretch of tourist class hotels and retail
shops. The city center is dominated by the
central square which is surrounded by a number of good
hotels, shopping precincts and commercial
buildings. Guilin is built around its two rivers
and lakes that are inter-connected. Many distinctive
bridges crisscross the waterways. Those who enjoy
walking can spend many hours wandering the beautiful
river and lakes make Guilin what it is. |
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