Shiwai Taoyuan

Yangshuo's Shangri-La, a real-life paradise. During my leisure time on the weekend, I opted for a trip around Guilin. Departing from the city center of Guilin, it only takes 1 hour by car to reach the legendary Shangri-La. This place is like the fairyland described in the Chinese textbooks from our childhood, truly existing in reality. "There is a small opening in the mountain, as if there is light," isn't this the perfect interpretation of Guilin's landscape? Here, you can choose to take a boat to appreciate the beauty of the mountains and waters, or you can opt for a land tour to feel the tranquility and harmony of nature. After visiting Shangri-La, I drove for another half an hour to the bustling West Street in Yangshuo. The nightlife here is extraordinarily lively, with a variety of shops and delicacies that dazzle the eyes. I checked in at two restaurants, each offering unforgettable flavors. The river view at the Lingli Riverside Restaurant is unique, with a rich variety of Chinese and Western dishes, and you can also enjoy delicious afternoon tea. Here, you can taste the food while enjoying the river view, savoring a moment of peace and comfort. Huoxiaoniu Private Kitchen was recommended by local friends. Their signature beer fish and roasted chicken were a feast to my taste buds. The beer fish was tender and flavorful, while the roasted chicken was crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, with a fragrant aroma. After dinner, I strolled down West Street, found a small bar to sit down, listened to music, and enjoyed the leisurely time. This day was both relaxing and healing, making me appreciate the beauty of life.

Seasons turn, winter gives way to spring, vegetation sprouts, and the essence of spring arrives. The winter jasmine by the road marks the beginning of spring. The begonias in the West Flower Hall witness the tenderness of spring. Where is your favorite flower blooming? Today, I'm sharing the best spots for flower viewing in Guilin. The blossoms in the earthly paradise are truly stunning! With flowers blooming everywhere, let's embrace the beauty of spring and follow my lens into this idyllic retreat. 🌟 About the Tour 【One】You can take a boat ride on the lake, passing through the countryside and green forests, then through a mountain tunnel, witnessing the primitive customs of welcoming, worship, and hunting, as well as enjoying the ethnic songs and dances. 【Two】For those who prefer walking, you can now enjoy the fields full of rapeseed flowers, and also visit the ethnic minority villages of Northern Guilin, reflecting on the ancient cultures of wine making, paper making, and printing of the Guangxi minorities. 🎫 About Tickets 🎟️ Ticket Price: 60 RMB per person ⏰ Opening Hours: 08:00-17:30 📍 Detailed Address: Peach Blossom Land, 321 National Road, Yangshuo County, Guilin City, Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region 🌸 About Flower Viewing 1️⃣ This season, the rapeseed flowers in the scenic area are in full bloom, and they look amazing paired with the newly bloomed pink cherry blossoms. Please appreciate the flowers civilly; they are beautiful, but do not pick them. 2️⃣ It is recommended to choose good weather for flower viewing, as the experience of taking photos and touring will be much better. Wearing contrasting colors like white or red will make the photos stand out. 3️⃣ If you have a drone, aerial photography is recommended. The view of the flower fields from above is truly spectacular. ⚠️ Tips 【One】For walking tours, it is recommended to wear a pair of comfortable shoes for a more relaxed experience. 【Two】It is recommended to drive yourself, as the scenic area is some distance from the urban area of Yangshuo. You can also rent an electric scooter with a good battery range.

The Paradise Scenic Area is indeed a beautiful place After arriving here, I feel very relaxed The scenic area is based on the beautiful scenery of Taoyuan described in Tao Yuanming's 'Peach Blossom Spring' written in the Jin Dynasty, It also allows us to understand Chinese culture Boating on the flat lake, passing through the countryside and villages, through the green forest, and then through the mountains, it feels like walking into a fairyland, making people linger Here you can take high-level photos, you can also relax, this is a place more beautiful than the legend, an ideal home in the dream, it is also a place worth understanding Especially some feelings of ethnic minorities, some habits, here we can immersive experience Chinese culture!

In this vast world, there are many little-known niche travel destinations. Perhaps it's an ancient fishing village, with the air filled with the scent of seawater. Or maybe it's a mysterious forest, gently illuminated by the sunlight. Whether it's through narrow alleys or by lakes in valleys, let travel not be confined to popular spots. During my trip to Guilin, my local friend Mumu took me to an off-the-beaten-path attraction. We've all learned about Tao Yuanming's 'The Peach Blossom Spring' in our textbooks, and to my surprise, I actually found a place called 'The Peach Blossom Spring' in Yangshuo, which piqued my curiosity. Follow my camera and let's check out the beautiful pastoral landscape. 🌳Attraction Introduction 'The Peach Blossom Spring' is located near Baisha Town in Yangshuo County, consisting of Lotus Pond, Swallow Lake, and a primitive tribe, among others, forming a man-made scenic park combined with the local pastoral landscape. 🚣About Visiting ✅The main ways to tour the scenic area are by water and on land. ✅For water activities, you can take a boat on the lake, where water wheels, wind and rain bridges, and the Bronze Drum Tower are all within sight, and you can enjoy ethnic dance performances and other cultural shows. ✅For walking tours, you can admire the architectural village groups of various ethnic minorities in Northern Guilin, and revisit the ancient cultures of brewing, paper-making, and printing of the Guangxi minorities. 🍃Basic Tips 🎫Ticket Price: 60 RMB per person ⏰Opening Hours: 8:30-17:00 📍Detailed Address: The Peach Blossom Spring Scenic Area, Baisha Town, Yangshuo County, Guilin City 🚗About Transportation: There are buses from Yangshuo Bus Station to the scenic area, or you can rent an electric scooter to ride. ⚠️Visiting Suggestions ✅It's very suitable for wearing Hanfu for photoshoots, and if you have a drone, aerial photography would be even more impressive. ✅On sunny days in Yangshuo, it's still necessary to pay attention to sun protection to avoid sunburn or tanning. ✅It's recommended to choose a day with good weather for better photography and visiting experience. ✅There are many interactive activities inside, and throwing the embroidered ball in front of the Embroidery Ball Tower is one of the most recommended. ✅For friends who rent electric scooters, it's recommended to choose one with a large battery capacity, and check the battery level and the return time and location when renting.

| It's as if I've stepped into the Peach Blossom Spring described by Tao Yuanming. Guilin has numerous tourist attractions If you want to check them all off in one go Guilin's landscape and Guangxi's ethnic customs Why not come to 🔜Yangshuo's Peach Blossom Spring . There are very interesting ways to play here First, take a boat🛶 to tour the waterscape Passing through 📍Lotus Pond➡️Swallow Lake➡️Swallow Cave The poetic combination of landscape➕countryside➕Dong ethnic style Amazed me all the way Especially the ✅Swallow Cave's mysterious waterway Feels like entering a time-travel tunnel After coming out of the cave, you arrive at 📍the primitive tribe Witnessing the living scenes of our ancestors You can say the scenery changes throughout the journey Not boring at all . After the boat🛶 docks You'll feel the warmth of the Dong people Lusheng welcoming➕blocking the road with wine🍻➕singing and dancing Everyone got excited Then it's time for a walking🚶🏻‍♀️ tour Throwing embroidered balls in front of 📍Embroidery Ball Building Strolling beside 📍the Colored Rice Fields Checking in at 📍Yuanming Manor, a combination of Suzhou garden layout and North Guilin residential architecture Overlooking the surrounding scenery from the ethnic architecture 📍Wind and Rain Bridge . Right You might as well spend 💰50r To experience the dress of the ethnic minority sisters Taking photos📸 will be even more impressive! . 📷Photo Check-in Spots 🌈Wind and Rain Bridge Check in at the Guangxi ethnic architecture, and take a series of ethnic style photos with a landscape background! . 🌈Yuanming Manor The garden scenery is full of classical charm, super suitable for taking ancient style and ethnic photos! . 🌈The ancient style gate next to Yuanming Manor Very suitable for taking ancient, national, and modern Chinese style photos, just sitting on the steps looks great! . 🌈The fence on the left side of the entrance boat point Take a group photo with the beautiful karst landscape of Yangshuo in the distance! . 【Peach Blossom Spring】 📍Address: Bai Sha Town, Yangshuo County, Guilin, Guiyang Highway 🎫Ticket: 60r (including boat tour) ⏰Business Hours: 8:00-17:00

'Peach Blossom Spring' is located near Baisha Town, Yangshuo County, mainly composed of Lotus Pond, Swallow Lake, Swallow Cave, and the architecture and lifestyle of Dong, Zhuang, and Miao tribes, and primitive tribes. The clear and rippling Swallow Lake is embedded in the vast green fields, like the affectionate eyes of a maiden. The lakeside is lined with willows, lightly touching the water surface. The main ways to visit the scenic area are by water and on foot. First, take a boat to visit Swallow Lake and Swallow Cave, then walk to understand the characteristics of each ethnic group. The Yuanming Villa in the scenic area, borrowed the great name of Tao Yuanming. Yuanming Villa integrates the layout of Suzhou gardens and the architectural style of northern Guangxi residences, with pavilions, terraces, small bridges, and flowing water, blending into one, drawing a classical and elegant picture. Swallow Lake is three kilometers long and the lake is clear. Swallow Cave is 120 meters long and has no lights. Land tour of the water town Dong Village, hydrangea, the token of love of the Zhuang people, here displays the handicrafts of ethnic minorities, silver ornaments of ethnic minorities and some handicrafts.