Xingping
Xingping is well known for its still
waters, grotesque peaks, steep cliffs, and fantastic
landscape. It was the largest town along the Li
River in the ancient times and is now one of the
four most famous ancient towns in Guangxi Province
.
Xingping Town was built over 1,000
years ago and in the Northern and Southern Dynasties
(420-589). Xingping was the seat of Xingping County
. In 590, Xingping County was incorporated into
Yangshuo County . The present Xingping remains
under control of Yangshuo County .
This area has many landmarks including
Mural Hill, Snail Hill, Lotus Crag, and Fishing
Village which can be seen from the Li River cruise.
You can walk up to Yangdi along the River from
here (around 5hrs).
|
