A Tapestry of Culture and Nature
Guangxi, renowned as “Splendid Guangxi, Unparalleled Beauty,” blends rich cultural heritage with world-class natural wonders.
With a history spanning 800,000 years, Guangxi’s ancient roots are etched in artifacts like Paleolithic hand-axes and Neolithic stone shovels. The Zuojiang Huashan Rock Art (UNESCO World Heritage) showcases vivid reddish-brown murals depicting rituals and daily life of early inhabitants, exemplifying Asia’s ancient artistic brilliance.
The 2,200-year-old Lingqu Canal (World Irrigation Heritage) in Guilin, predating the Suez and Panama Canals, stands as a hydraulic engineering marvel.
Guilin’s Jingjiang Prince’s Mansion, a Ming Dynasty royal complex, preserves the famed inscription, “Guilin’s scenery is the best under heaven.” Meanwhile, Hepu Port, a Han Dynasty Maritime Silk Road hub, reveals artifacts like the Bronze Phoenix Lamp, reflecting its role in ancient global trade.
Detian Transnational Waterfall
Guilin Karst
Hena Expressway
Li River
Sanjiang County, Liuzhou
Sanyuesan Festival
Yellow Mud Drum Dance
Dong Chorus
Panyang River
Bryde’s whale
Chinese White Dolphin
Chinese redbud, Liuzhou
Tour of Guangxi
Yong River, Nanning City
Zuojiang Huashan Rock Art
Huajiang Karst
Li River, Guilin
Qibai Lane National Geopark
Guangxi's Coastline
Peaceful Guangxi
Liuzhou Snail Rice Noodle
A Tapestry of Culture and Nature
Guangxi’s karst landscapes are unmatched. The Guilin Karst and Huanjiang Karst (UNESCO World Natural Heritage) epitomize ethereal limestone peaks and rivers. Guilin, a “World-Renowned Tourist City,” captivates with its iconic Li River, named among the “World’s 15 Most Beautiful Rivers.” Beyond Guilin, Nanning’s Qingxiu Mountain dazzles with 6,000 subtropical plant species, while Guigang’s Beidi Mountain merges Taoist temples with dramatic cliffs.
Ethnic Vibrancy
Home to 12 ethnic groups, Guangxi bursts with cultural festivals. The Zhuang people’s March Third Festival features vibrant songs and dances, while the Yao’s Panwang Festival celebrates ancestral traditions with drum rituals and embroidered attire.
Culinary Delights
Guangxi’s cuisine reflects its diversity. Guilin rice noodles, Liuzhou snail rice noodles, and Hezhou oil tea highlight bold flavors. Minority dishes like Zhuang-style sticky rice and Dong sour fish offer unique gastronomic journeys.
Modern Appeal
Coastal Beihai’s Silver Beach and Weizhou Island attract sun-seekers, while Nanning’s bustling night markets and futuristic skyline showcase urban vitality.
From ancient rock art and canals to poetic karst vistas and vibrant ethnic traditions, Guangxi invites travelers to explore a land where history and nature converge. Discover a realm where every mountain, river, and festival whispers tales of timeless beauty.
