Longsheng Hot Spring National Park

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Longsheng Hot Spring National Park Overview & Map Weather Transportation Information

Longsheng Hot Spring National Park is located at the upper reach of Sangjiang River in the southern end of the Yuecheng Ridges, 129 kilometers from Guilin City and 29 kilometers from Longsheng County. Covering an area of 10 square kilometers, the park, with a high elevation, has become a favorable place for tourists.

Standing in the park, one may be charmed by the wave-like ridges and peaks, queer rocks, luxuriant trees, deep gorges and clear creeks. Major rare flora and fauna there include such plants as gingko and long-stalk hairy beech, and such rare animals as black bear, rhesus monkey, deer, musk, civet, and giant salamander. Hot Spring National Park has many interesting sights; the most famous include Longshen Hot Spring, Yanmen Gorge, and Baimian Queer Rock.

Longsheng Hot Spring

The best known attraction in the park is the sixteen hot springs. Longsheng Hot Spring, reputed as "a heaven of peace and happiness" and "paradise on earth," is the centerpiece of the national park.

The agreeable water temperature

Welling out over 1,200 meters from rock cracks halfway up the mountain, the hot spring water is colorless, tasteless, pure and clear with water temperatures ranging from 45C (113F) to 58C (136F). Since Longsheng Hot Spring is situated in a deep and tranquil valley and surrounded by mountains of dense vegetation, it is warm in winter and cool in summer.

The miraculous curative effects

The waters contain various trace elements including lithium, strontium, iron, manganese, zinc, copper that are beneficial to health. The water is good for drinking and bathing. It also has curative effects on pain in nerves, skin diseases, rheumatism, and arthritis. It is an agreeable resort for tourism, recuperation, health, relaxation and vacation.

Yanmen Gorge Rafting

Another spot that attracts much attention of tourists is Yanmen Gorge Rafting Course located in the national park. Roaring in between the breath-taking mountain ranges, the torrential currents make an ideal place for rafting throughout the course, which is a great experience, thrilling but rewarding, challenging but amusing. Ninety meters above the rafters, an iron-chain bridge 120 meters long and 1.5 meters wide spans the Yanmen Canyon. Those who ascend to such heights may enjoy an excellent view of the whole park.

Baimian Queer Rock

Four kilometers away from Longsheng Hot Spring, there stands a grotesque rock "Baimian Queer Rock." Several meters long and sticking out of the slope of a mountain inhabited by the Yao people, the rock resembles the tongue of a dragon.

The Chinese inscriptions

On the rock there are some Chinese inscriptions. There is a story to these inscriptions. On December 9, 1934, when the Chinese Workers and Peasants Red Army was passing through on its long march, the Yao chief in this region followed the advice of a commander of the Third Red Army and called on his people to adopt the path of revolution. Therefore, he wrote on the rock face, "Go on to fight, and fight for the bright future" and "The Red Army absolutely protects the Yao people." Later on, the sentences were carved by local people, using a Yao chief's writing as a model.

The exploration of the neighboring minority villages

As Longsheng has a diverse population, there are many opportunities to observe different Chinese minority groups. The Zhuang, Miao, Dong and Yao minorities are well represented in the county. In addition to the natural charms of the park, an exploration of the neighboring minority villages will bring you both the exquisite minority architecture and colorful minority customs. You will be impressed by the colorful life of these groups with their distinctive music, dances, and architectures.

Various facilities for travelers

The park has extensive facilities for travelers. There are resort houses, bath centers, hotels, restaurants, malls, banks and entertainment venues. Visitors have the best of both worlds here - the park's natural beauty combined with a plenty of modern conveniences.

Attractions around » Guilin, Guang Xi

Natural Scene

• Li River
• Diecai Hill
• Reed Flute Cave
• Fubo Hill
• Elephant Trunk Hill
• Crown Cave
• Seven Star Park
• Longsheng Hot Spring National Park
• Duxiu Peak
• Silver Cave
• Half-Side Ferry
• Pagoda Hill
• Yellow Cloth Shoal
• Snail Hill
• Forest of Odd-Shaped Peaks
• Wangfu Rock
• Merryland World

Historical Site

• Fengyu Cave
• Chengyang Bridge
• Mapang Drum Tower
• Ling Canal
• Daxu Ancient Town
• Tomb of Prince Jingjiang

Cultural Site

• Diecai Hill
• Fubo Hill
• Elephant Trunk Hill
• Seven Star Park
• Yangdi Village
• Dragon Back Rice Terrace
• Ping'an Village
• Duxiu Peak
• Yinshui Dong Village
• Pagoda Hill
• Mural Hill
• Snail Hill
• Merryland World

Longsheng Hot Spring National Park 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

Lake & Spring in Great China

• West Lake
• Lake Kanas
• Lake Namtso
• Lake Qinghaihu
• Lake Yamdrok
• Huaqing Pool
• Crescent Spring
• Lake Qiandaohu
• Lake Xuanwuhu
• Lake Taihu
• Slender West Lake
• Lake Hongfenghu
• Lake Dianchi
• Lake Luguhu
• Heavenly Lake
• Butterfly Spring
• Lake Erhai
• Longsheng Hot Spring National Park
• Lake Bitahai
• Lake Shuduhu
• Lake Napahai
• Red Carp Pond
• Hupao Spring
• Black Dragon Pool
• Lake Karakuli
• Tianhe Pool
• Lake Dongtinghu
• Baotu Spring
• Lake Daminghu
• Yuquan Park
• Lake Bosten
• East Lake Scenic Area

Longsheng Hot Spring National Park 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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