The Yangshuo Xianggong Mountain Scenic Area is a place with beautiful natural scenery and a good place for mountain climbing. Visitors stand on the Xianggong Mountain Observation Deck in Yangshuo and overlook the first bay of the Li River, with a panoramic view. Let’s take a look at specific gameplay strategies.
Introduction to the scenic spot
Xianggong Mountain is located on the west bank of the Li River in Xingping Town, Yangshuo County, between the reflection of Huangbu and the Jiuma Painting Mountain. It is an excellent location overlooking the "First Bay of Lijiang River". Climbing Xianggong Mountain, you can see the peaks arranged in an orderly manner. The clear Li River meanders in the embrace of the mountains, and the scenery is very spectacular. The sunrise here attracts countless photography enthusiasts and photographers.
Xiangong Mountain is not very high, and you can climb to the top in about 20 minutes. However, due to its remote location, very primitive scenery, and steep climbs and descents, you must pay attention to safety during your visit. You can enjoy the scenery of Jiumahua Mountain at the foot of the mountain. From here, take a ferry to the other side of the river and take a bus to Xingping Ancient Town.
Travel route
Difficulty of climbing Xianggong Mountain
Climbing Xianggong Mountain is not difficult. It takes about 15 minutes to climb from the bottom of the mountain to the top. However, because some of the stone steps are steep, it is recommended not to wear high heels! Taking children under 3 years old to climb mountains also requires mental preparation for hardship!
The best photo spot in Xianggong Mountain
Xiangong Mountain has four viewing platforms, located on the 4th floor. The most recommended one is the highest observation deck, with good scenery and wide field of vision.
The best time to travel to Xianggong Mountain
May and September avoid the rainy season, the river surface is clear, the temperature is cool and comfortable; generally climb to the top of Xianggong Mountain before dawn to take photos of the sunrise and clouds , Caixia; if you want to take pictures of the sunset, it is recommended to start waiting at 5 pm.
Accommodation recommendations
On the water side
The water side is located in the most beautiful section of the Yulong River Scenic Area, with Yulong River in front and Moon Mountain behind. Attractions such as Butterfly Spring, Moon Mountain, and Julongtan are all by the water; at first glance, it seems like a paradise. You can enjoy the most beautiful scenery in Yangshuo, breathe the freshest air, and be in a natural oxygen bar without leaving home. You can also taste authentic delicacies.
Zhu Xi's words
"Invite the stone to listen to the whispers of the stream by the window, and the bamboo wind in the moonlight by the threshold." Zhu Xiyu is located in a corner of a small village. The window is on the bank of Yulong River. When you open the door, the pastoral mountains come into view. The host Zhang Min integrates the aesthetic experience of food, clothing, housing, transportation, entertainment and life into leisure and vacation, advocates realizing life in the Zen of mountains and rivers, and spreads natural lifestyle and art of life. You can shoot sunrise, sunset or misty rain on the hotel balcony. Any shot is very good, so this is also known as one of the best photography places in Yangshuo.
Ji Yun Shangyuan
Jiyun Shangyuan is located on the bank of the Yulong River in the Shili Gallery Scenic Area, with convenient transportation. It covers an area of ??3200 square meters and has more than 20 rooms. Let every room open the door to see the scenery. Transparent floor-to-ceiling windows frame the indoor scenery, allowing you to fall asleep with the bright moon and wake up with the sunrise on the wall. In the small courtyard, you can feel the rich Zhuang culture. The employees wear exquisite Zhuang costumes, and Zhuang pendants can be seen everywhere in the room.