Li River

• TypeNature
• CountryChina
• BaseGuilin & Yangshuo
• Coordinates24.6301, 110.6400

The Li River or Li Jiang is the name for the upper reaches of the Gui River in northeastern Guangxi, China. It is part of the Xijiang River system in the Pearl River basin, flowing 164 kilometres from Xing'an County to Pingle County.Source: Wikipedia, CC BY-SA 4.0

Visiting tips

• A bamboo raft on the Yulong River is a quieter alternative.
• Best season in China: April to May and September to October.
• Carry water, sun protection and clothing suitable for religious sites where relevant.

Location map

Open in Google Maps · Coordinates via Wikipedia.

Where to stay nearby

The most convenient base is Guilin & Yangshuo. Recommended areas: Yangshuo town (restaurants and river cruises); Yulong River countryside (rural guesthouses among the peaks); Guilin centre (handy for flights and trains).

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