Mountains and Waters in One Scroll—Guilin

Author: Sun Quan (Editor)
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Publish Date: 2003-09-01
Features: Here, enjoy the mountains and listen to the rain, from the trendy West Street in Yangshuo, a small-town paradise, to the rustic and authentic countryside; take a leisurely stroll filled with affection, listen to a legendary story on a, and behold breathtaking natural beauty along the way; step from the bustling world into a painting, transition from noise to tranquility, leaving only a sweet memory and a sense of peace in your heart. Guilin is located south of the Five Ranges (the collective name for Yuecheng Ridge, Dupeng Ridge, Mengzhu Ridge, Qitian Ridge, and Dageng Ridge, also known as the Southern Ridge). The Li River Valley lies between the Yuecheng and Dupeng Ranges. The extraordinary and beautiful scenery of Xing'an, Guilin, and Yangshuo forms the magnificent landscape known as "Guilin's mountains and waters are the best under heaven." Since ancient times, writers have celebrated it with renowned verses, painters have depicted it with captivating brushwork, and photographers have recorded it with enchanting lenses. This book is composed of these beautiful words and exquisite images, reflecting the extraordinary and exquisite beauty of Guilin's mountains and waters, the charm of the Guilin town, and the legendary story of Liu Sanjie, a native of the region.