Guilin, Guangxi Province（廣西桂林）

Guilin, Guangxi Province [File photo]

Guilin is famous for its wonderful scenery, rivers and karst peaks covered in lush greenery. Located in the northern part of Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region, the city claims its hills and rivers are among the greatest in the world. Compared to other Chinese cities, Guilin is relatively small and compact; getting around presents no serious obstacles. Locals ride their bicycles everywhere, even when it is raining.