Daxu Ancient Town
» Guilin, Guang Xi

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Daxu Ancient Town is situated at the east bank of the Li River, 23km (14.3 miles) southeast of Guilin City. Having a history of more than 1000 years, the town originally formed in the early Northern Song Dynasty (960 - 1126) and was the leader of four renowned ancient towns in Guangxi Province as early as 600 years ago.

What to appreciate

Many sights in the Dawu Ancient Town include the stone-paved street, ancient buildings, Longevity Bridge (Wanshou Bridge), Seven Stars Tombs and the century-old dock.

The stone-paved street

The tome-worn street measuring 2.5 kilometers in length and 2 meters in width stretches through the town with ancient buildings lining both sides. The old street is paved with dark green quadrate limestone that have been ground and washed smooth by shoes, carts and rain. Strolling on the ancient street and looking around the elegant buildings you will taste the past prosperity of the old town.

The well preserved traditional Chinese architecture

These structures in the ancient town are outstanding for their magnificence, refinement and practicality. Along the street and the river stand many traditional buildings well preserved from the Ming and Qing Dynasties. The old residences, shops and stalls, the ancient town keep in its antique style from the past. These wooden architectures with colorfully decorated eaves, elegantly carved doors and windows are still homes of the many locals. A stroll along will afford a leisurely glimpse into the traditional courtyard where granny are sometimes seen telling story to a huddle of small kids.

Longevity Bridge (Wanshou Bridge)

While visiting the town, the Longevity Bridge cannot be missed. Built in the Ming Dynasty (1368 - 1644), the bridge is a single-arched bridge is simple and elegant. With the Li River at its west side, it is an excellent place to appreciate the charming scenery of the river, nearby Millstone Hill and Snail Hill across the bank. Along the river stands many traditional buildings well preserved from the Ming and Qing Dynasties.

Seven Stars Tombs

The Seven Stars Tombs discovered in 1990s add mystery to the ancient town. The seven tombs were arranged in the form of the Big Dipper constellation and the size of the tombs was designed according to the brightness of the stars. It has been the first case of its kind in China. And the relationship between the tomb and the Big Dipper constellation remains a mystery. The funeral objects excavated from the tombs are of great value.

The glorious history of commerce

Daxu Ancient Town began to flourish during the Ming Dynasty when it became the commercial premier in the area. Over the past centuries, it had been one of Li River's four most important harbors. Most of its inhabitants were traders and Daxu's market was well-known all over southern China. It was a busy trading center in the old times. There are still 13 docks along the old street from which you can imagine its prosperity in former days.

Many local residents still keep their traditional handcraft and business, such as home workshops of rice wine, carpenters, bamboo baskets and traditional Chinese medical clinics. There are about 20 clinics gathered along the street, some of which specialize in gynecology and some in pediatrics. Coming into the clinic, you can smell the scent of medical herbs and timeworn medicine chests tell the history of the clinic. The rice wine workshop remains the old way of brewing wines by using old barrels, baskets and distillery.

Other attractions

With the long history and enchanting scenery, the area is now quite popular with many films and TV serials. Many scenes of the famous Chinese film "Liu Sanjie" were shot on location in the town. The local food, customs, entertainment and traditional culture will also leave you with a lasting impression.

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Located to the southwest of Guilin and standing on shore of the Li River, Daxu Ancient Town is a time-honored town with well preserved traditional Chinese architecture and the time-worn shiny stone-paved street.

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