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Guilin 桂林 Dabu 大埠 Yangdi 扬堤　 Xingping 兴坪 Baisha 白沙 Fuli 福利 Liugong 留功 Beyond Yangshuo and Guilin Longsheng 龙胜

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Dabu

Dabu as many towns around here, is a stunning because of the natural scenery. However, recently, there has been a major addition which has really enhanced the town. The Yuzi paradise, is an area of the town which has been reserved for art and manly sculptures. Artists from all over the world have left their impressions on the natural rocks which abound here.

For those of you who are really into art, then this is a must. Entrance fee is 120 Yuan. For more information check out www.yuzi-paradise.com

Dabu is easily reachable from Both Guilin and Yangshuo. Local buses can drop you off at the main road, from where you can take a smaller vehicle to Dabu or you could also hire a taxi to take you to Dabu.

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Yangdi

Also located on the Li river, this small town is very picturesque and worth a visit. Yangdi is also the ideal starting point for a hike along the river to Xingping. The area between Yangdi and Xingping is regarded as the most beautiful part of the Li River.

Local buses can take you directly from Yangshuo.

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Xingping

One of the bigger towns along the Li River, Xingping has started taking in more visitors and is now catering for the backpackers who prefer to stay outside of Yangshuo. Xingping is a market town with market days on each day of the month which ends on 3,6 or 9. On these days, local farmers from around the area come to Xingping, by boat, bus, bicycle or walking to sell their produce.  Market days are very special and great for taking many photos.

Buses go regularly to and from Yangshuo or you may want to ride a bicycle from Yangshuo.

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Baisha

Located on the road between Guilin and Yangshuo, the actual town of Baisha is not very special. However, just on the outskirts is the Yu Long River and the 400 year old stone bridge. This is a must see and you can incorporate it into a full days activities. It is very easy to ride a bicycle from Yangshuo through old villages and along the Yu Long river with its amazing scenery. Once at the bridge you can also take a 4 hour bamboo ride, but this is a bit pricey at 240Yuan.

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Fuli

Fuli is a town with two faces. On one side is the new town which is next to the main road that leads to Guangdong province and on the other side is the old town which is on the bank of the Li River. The old town still has all of its old houses which you can peak into and see the simple lives that the local people live. As you wander around the town you will see all the traditional new years decorations which remain in place for the entire year. A walk around this old town is a very memorable experience. Fuli also has markets on any day of the month that ends in 2,5 or 8.

Getting to Fuli is very easy.

Local minivans operate as buses and leave from the bus station in Yangshuo every few minutes.

The best way to get to Fuli however is by bicycle. There is a little used village road that goes along the Li river bank and through very scenic areas and small villages. Eventually the road leads to the Li river which you need to cross on a small wooden boat. The boats go across and back every few minutes and drop you off right next to the 3 sisters cafe. Here you can leave your bikes free of charge while you wander around the old town or visit the market. This restaurant also produces great food and has great views.

Fuli is also great for purchasing scroll paintings and Chinese fans. The fans are made here and you can observe how they are made. Buying them here is usually much cheaper than in Yangshuo.

Dragon dance	Festival celebrations	Masked men