Schoolboy Hill

» Yangshuo, Guang Xi

Schoolboy Hill Overview & Map Weather Transportation Information

Schoolboy Hill is located southeast of the confluence of the Tianjia River and Li River. It is the smallest peak along the bank of the Li River. It is nearly 2 kilometers (about 1.24 miles) away from Yangshuo County.

Legend

There is a legend about the hill. It is said that long ago, there was an evil dragon in the Li River. It often hovered on the Li River and endangered the local people. One day a schoolboy received a sealed book from his teacher. The book taught him how to conquer this vicious creature. When the dragon saw this book, it fell down to the river. In case the dragon might be playing dead, the schoolboy, holding the book, stood by the riverside and changed into a hill (Schoolboy Hill) to protect the local people.

What to enjoy

Schoolboy Hill

A rock of 10 meters (about 32.8 feet) high stretches out in a slot on the north hillside. Standing by the river, Schoolboy Hill takes the shape of a young man in loose robe and big sleeves. Looking more closely, it resembles a schoolboy absorbed in reading - just as the legend suggests, hence the name Schoolboy Hill (Shutong Hill). The hill and its picturesque surroundings fascinate many photographers and tourists.

Surrounding attractions

To the south of this hill lies majestic Chanticleer Hill, which looks like a rooster heralding the break of day. This hill and Schoolboy Hill compose a picture meaning "study in the dawn." Tianjia Bay, studded with hamlets and bamboo, lies to the west of Schoolboy Hill. Zhuobi Peak, like an upside-down brush, sits on the eastern side of Schoolboy Hill. These peaks are mirrored in the still water of the Li River like a colorful landscape painting. Many old buildings and bridges will be found along the banks of the Li River.

The old saying

As an old saying goes: East or West, Guilin is the best. Guilin is world famous for its waters and mountains. Guilin's scenery is often noted as the most beautiful of the world. Yangshuo's scenery is, arguably, superior to that of Guilin.

How to get there

Located in the southeast of Yangshuo County, Schoolboy Hill can be reached by bike. Cross Yangshuo Bridge and take the right turnoff after about 300 meters. Continue straight on the gravel road to the Li River. Follow the river for several hundred meters and you are at the shooting spot. Watch out for traffic as the rural road is rather narrow.

Photography Tips

It is preferred to shoot in late autumn with backlit red leaves as foreground.

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

Schoolboy Hill 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

Geological Formation in Great China

• Diecai Hill
• Fubo Hill
• Elephant Trunk Hill
• Seven Star Park
• Moon Hill
• Duxiu Peak
• Resonant Sand Bay
• Schoolboy Hill
• Tianshan Grand Canyon
• Pagoda Hill
• Taklamakan Desert
• Monster City
• Multi-colored Bay
• Seven-Star Crag Scenic Area
• Snail Hill
• Forest of Odd-Shaped Peaks
• Wangfu Rock
• Tuyugou Valley
• Dawakun Desert
• Feiyun Cliff
• Maolan Karst Forest Natural Conservation

Garden & Park in Great China

• Nanwan Monkey Island
• Summer Palace
• Norbulingka Park
• Tiger Hill
• Yuantouzhu
• Humble Administrator's Garden
• Mt. Lushan
• West Hill
• Diecai Hill
• Fubo Hill
• Elephant Trunk Hill
• Nanshan Cultural Tourism Zone
• Yuexiu Park
• Liuyuan Garden
• Jinshan Temple
• Qingming Riverside Landscape Garden
• Stone Bell Hill
• Tianyi Pavilion
• Eling Park
• Long Island
• Window of the World
• Splendid China
• Seven Star Park
• Yuelu Academy
• Moon Hill
• Luhuitou Park
• Xinglong Tropical Botanical Garden
• Beijing Zoo
• Fragrant Hill
• Duxiu Peak
• Jinshitan Scenic Area
• Dragon Pavilion
• Schoolboy Hill
• Chongqing Zoo
• Wangjiang Park
• Wenshuyuan
• Beihai Park
• Old Summer Palace
• Siberia Tiger Park
• Turtle Garden
• Pagoda Hill
• Yueyang Tower
• Village of Ethnic Culture
• Mural Hill
• Snail Hill
• Yuquan Park
• Liyuan Garden
• Panmen Gate
• Shizilin Garden
• Yuyuan Garden
• Big Banyan Tree
• Grand View Tower
• Xinghai Park
• Merryland World
• Master-of-Nets Garden
• Heyuan Garden
• Geyuan Garden
• Laodong Park
• Grand View Garden
• Shenyang Forest Wild Zoo
• Botanical Garden
• Drum Hill
• White Pagoda Mountain Park
• Five Spring Park
• Waterwheel Park
• Guiyang Forest Park
• Sun Island Park
• Zhaolin Park
• Wenfeng Park
• Hangzhou Botanical Garden
• Guyi Garden
• Green Lake Park
• Canglang Pavilion
• Chakpori Hill
• Water Park
• Jade Buddha Park
• Orchid Pavilion
• Children's Park
• Jade Emperor Pavilion
• Qianling Park

Schoolboy Hill 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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