Green Lotus Peak

» Yangshuo, Guang Xi

Green Lotus Peak Overview & Map Weather Transportation Information

Green Lotus Peak (Bilian Feng) is the most prominent peak stands on the west bank of Li River in the southeast of Yangshuo County, Guangxi Province. A landmark of the county, the peak resembles a budding lotus bloom in contrast to the other peaks found in the area.

Touching love story

Legend has it that the Green Lotus Fairy used to live in Heaven but often felt caged in. One day she met with Chang Er, a Chinese fairy living on the moon, and asked her for help. Chang Er showed her sympathy for the Green Lotus Fairy. She turned the fairy into a piece of paper and took her out of the heavenly palace secretly to the Li River.

One day, Nanji Xianweng (God of Longevity) traveled here and discovered the green lotus. He planned to take it to the heavenly pool. The green lotus was very sad because she fell in love with the carp in the river. And she asked the carp to blot up the water of the Li River so as to stay forever with the carp. As a result, she was turned into a stone hill, which is now the present-day Green Lotus Peak, by the annoyed Nanji Xianweng. The annoyed Nanji Xianweng also changed the carp into what is known today as the Carp Shoal.

The origin of the name

Green Lotus Peak (Bilian Feng)

The Green Lotus Peak is given this name because when seen alone, it looks like a green lotus in bud; but seen together with the hills around, they look like a blossoming lotus flower, especially their reflection in the Li River. Looking at the peak after passing it, one finds it silently floating on water like an elegant budding green lotus, forming an enchanting scene.

Bronze Mirror Peak (Tongjing Feng)

The north face of the peak is said to be relatively flat, resembling a Chinese bronze mirror (a geomantic tool for redirecting misfortune and bad feng shui) and therefore the peak is also known as Bronze Mirror Peak (Tongjing Feng).

Surrounding scenic spots

Stone inscription - Chinese character "dai"

There are plenty of stone inscription on the Green Lotus Peak. Most impressive and famous of all is the Chinese character "dai" written in cursive script. In Chinese, the words "area" and "generation" are both pronounced "dai." Therefore, the "dai" on the cliff has a dual meaning, both referring to the beautiful scenic area and indicating the young generation. The word is about 6 meters (19.7 feet) high and 3 meters (9.7 feet) wide. This stone inscription is really unique and interesting because it is actually composed of eight Chinese characters" yi dai shan he, shao nian nu li" meaning "As the hills and rivers in this area lead the world in beauty, so the youngsters should strive to become leading figures in talent and ability."

View Lotus Bridge

The best place to view the lotus is the View Lotus Bridge. Built in 1978, the bridge is decorated with a relief, which depicts the landscape of Yangshuo. At the end of the bridge, three characters were carved which mean that is the best suitable place to view the "lotus."

Yingjiang Pavilion

You may appreciate the natural landscape of the peak at Yingjiang Pavilion which provides eight windows for views of the mountain. Beyond the top of the hill, a striking scene composed of numerous peaks, rosy clouds, villages, the Li River and Yangshuo Country beckons the visitor. A sunrise view framed in light fog would be a memorable experience.

How to get there

The peak is reachable by bike from Yangshuo County. There is a small train leading up the top of the peak on its northwest side.

When to visit

• Opening Hours: 08:00a.m. - 18:00p.m.
• Recommended Time for a Visit: 45 minutes - one hour

Attractions around » Yangshuo, Guang Xi

Natural Scene

• Moon Hill
• Schoolboy Hill
• Green Lotus Peak

Historical Site

• Xingping Town

Cultural Site

• Moon Hill
• Schoolboy Hill
• Big Banyan Tree

Shopping & Leisure

• West Street

Green Lotus Peak Highlights

Guilin Waters and Mountains attraction highlights

• Li River
• Reed Flute Cave
• Elephant Trunk Hill
• Crown Cave
• Seven Star Park
• Yangdi Village
• Dragon Back Rice Terrace
• Fengyu Cave
• Longsheng Hot Spring National Park
• Yinshui Dong Village
• Silver Cave
• Ling Canal
• Schoolboy Hill
• Half-Side Ferry
• Pagoda Hill
• Mural Hill
• Yellow Cloth Shoal
• Snail Hill
• Forest of Odd-Shaped Peaks
• Wangfu Rock
• Green Lotus Peak

city highlights

• Guilin
• Yangshuo
• Longsheng
• Xing'an
• Sanjiang

Mountain in Great China

• Yellow Mountains
• Chengde Mountain Resort
• Jade Dragon Snow Mountain
• Mt. Emeishan
• Mt. Taishan
• Mt. Wuyishan
• Mt. Qingchengshan
• Echoing-Sand Mountain
• Mt. Putuoshan
• Mt. Wutaishan
• Victoria Peak
• Mt. Jiuhuashan
• Mt. Wudangshan
• Mt. Tianzishan
• Mt. Changbaishan
• Mt. Cangshan
• Meili Snow Mountain
• Tianshan Mountains
• Mt. Huashan
• Mt. Qianshan
• Mt. Yuelushan
• Mt. Hengshan
• Flaming Mountain
• Mt. Gonggashan
• Mt. Hengshan
• Mt. Laoshan
• Mt. Qomolangma
• Green Lotus Peak
• Mt. Qingyuanshan
• Qilian Mountains
• Mt. Geleshan
• Cangyan Mountain Scenic Area
• Thousand Buddha Mountain
• Mt. Panshan
• Red Hill

Nature Reserve & Scenic Area in Great China

• Yellow Mountains
• Jade Dragon Snow Mountain
• Stone Forest
• Zhangjiajie National Forest Park
• Jiuzhaigou Scenic Area
• Yalong Bay
• Huanglong Scenic Area
• Mt. Emeishan
• Qutang Gorge
• Wu Gorge
• Xiling Gorge
• Wolong Nature Reserve
• Mt. Taishan
• Mt. Wuyishan
• Mt. Qingchengshan
• Echoing-Sand Mountain
• Mt. Putuoshan
• Mt. Wutaishan
• Gulangyu Island
• Reed Flute Cave
• Jimei School Village
• Victoria Peak
• Dadonghai
• Wuzhizhou Island
• Shennongjia Nature Reserve
• Mt. Jiuhuashan
• Mt. Wudangshan
• Shennong Stream
• Lake Taihu
• Lake Shahu
• Dragon Palace Scenic Area
• Suoxi Valley
• Mt. Tianzishan
• Huangshi Village
• Jinbian Stream
• Stone Bell Hill
• Mt. Changbaishan
• Shangri-la
• Feilaifeng Peak
• The First Bend of the Yangtze
• Mt. Cangshan
• Meili Snow Mountain
• Tianshan Mountains
• Tiger Leaping Gorge
• Eling Park
• Chengdu Giant Panda Breeding Research Base
• Mounigou Valley
• Small Three Gorges
• Mt. Huashan
• Penglai Pavilion Scenic Area
• Crown Cave
• Xinglong Tropical Botanical Garden
• Port Wusongkou
• Mt. Qianshan
• Shapotou
• Yellow River Scenic Area
• Mt. Yuelushan
• Mt. Hengshan
• Silver Cave
• Solitary Hill
• Twin Peaks Piercing the Clouds
• Nanxi River Scenic Area
• Dongba Valley
• Flaming Mountain
• Tianshan Grand Canyon
• Wangjiang Park
• Mt. Gonggashan
• Mt. Hengshan
• Half-Side Ferry
• International Beer Town
• Beidaihe Scenic Spot
• Laohutan Ocean Park
• Xiaoqikong
• Mt. Laoshan
• Huaxi Scenic Area
• Grape Valley
• Seven-Star Crag Scenic Area
• Mt. Qomolangma
• Yellow Cloth Shoal
• Forest of Odd-Shaped Peaks
• Wangfu Rock
• Badaguan Scenic Area
• Ruili
• Wudalianchi Scenic Area
• Port Lushun
• Port Lvshun
• Tianya Haijiao
• Xiao Dongtian
• Xian Qi Cave
• Merryland World
• Green Lotus Peak
• Sanya Bay
• Dongshanling Ridge
• Mt. Qingyuanshan
• Qilian Mountains
• Xiangzhi Valley
• Fanjing Mountain National Nature Reserve
• Baishui Tableland
• Dishuidong Cave
• Port Chaotianmen
• Mt. Geleshan
• No.1 Bathing Beach
• Cangyan Mountain Scenic Area
• Fujiazhuang Beach
• Xingcheng Beach
• Leigong Mountain Nature Reserve
• Maolan Karst Forest Natural Conservation
• Baizhangji and Feiyun Lake Scenic Area
• Thousand Buddha Mountain
• Mt. Panshan
• Shanghai Wild Animal Park
• Red Hill

Green Lotus Peak FAQ & Travelers's Tips

  Weather

1. How is the climate of Guilin?
2. What is the best time to visit Guilin?

  Food

1. What should I pay special attention to in term of food and drink in Guilin?
2. Can I find western food in Guilin and Yangshuo?
3. What tour meals will be supplied?

  Shopping

1. Need I catch any cash?

  Travel

1. May I know more about Li River cruise?
2. What about the lodging in county-level scenic areas around Guilin City?
3. Will the shift between different scenic spots take a lot of time?

  Customs

1. Is there any taboo I need to pay attention to during my trip?

  Other Hints

1. What should be prepared about my apparel during the sightseeing of Guilin's mountains scenery?

• What is the best time to visit Guilin?

  Generally speaking, the best time to visit Guilin is between April and October, when Guilin exhibits her immortal beauty.

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• How is the climate of Guilin?

  Guilin has a subtropical monsoon climate. The most important thing to know about Guilin (and Yangshuo) weather is that it can get very hot, humid, and it rains a lot! The rainy season begins from April in Guilin City, so please carry rain gear with you. The average temperature for the year is 19.3 centigrade with a July average temperature of 28.3 degrees. The average rainfall for the year is 192.6 cm per month.

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• What should I pay special attention to in term of food and drink in Guilin?

  The local field snails are tasty and renowned. However, this snack fails to agree with everyone. Additionally, Malatang or chuanchuanxiang (a kind of spicy hot snack, somewhat like hot pot) is delicious but it should be avoided by tourists suffering intestinal tract disease.

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• Can I find western food in Guilin and Yangshuo?

  Can I find western food in Guilin and Yangshuo?

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• What tour meals will be supplied?

  Sour and spicy food dominates the tour meals provided by us and the rice serves as the main food. If you want to make some special requests, please make it clear beforehand.

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• Need I catch any cash?

  Yes. Sometimes you had better catch some cash because you can not get cash from your account through your bank card somewhere. You can ask help from the guides of our agency.

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• May I know more about Li River cruise?

  The low water period of Li River occurs from December to February of the year ensuing. During this period the Li River cruise usually starts from Yangdi to Xingping or begins with Yangdi to Dashuang and then return Yangdi.

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• What about the lodging in county-level scenic areas around Guilin City?

  The county-level scenic areas such as Yangshuo, Longsheng and Sanjiang are different from the Guilin City in term of the lodging places. The hotel accommodation is relative moist and is in a small scale, but the rooms are neatly.

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• Will the shift between different scenic spots take a lot of time?

  These scenic spots of Guilin are relatively near to another one, so you need not waste much time on the way and your sightseeing is leisurely. If you pay a visit to Yangshuo, Longsheng or Sanjiang area, it will take you more time on the way. However, you can feat your eye on the charming scenery.

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• Is there any taboo I need to pay attention to during my trip?

  The guides will inform you of the customs of ethnic groups inhabited in those scenic areas. Please respect the life and belief of the local people and avoid any conflict with them.

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• What about the lodging in county-level scenic areas around Guilin City?

  The county-level scenic areas such as Yangshuo, Longsheng and Sanjiang are different from the Guilin City in term of the lodging places. The hotel accommodation is relative moist and is in a small scale, but the rooms are neatly.

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• What should be prepared about my apparel during the sightseeing of the Guilin's mountains scenery?

  When visiting in Longsheng you may experience a mountain climbing. It is suggested that you choose a pair of suitable and comfortable and skidproof shoes. Moreover, you should climb according to your strength.

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