Elephant Trunk Hill

1. Main Attractions Shuiyue Cave: Also known as Chaoyang Cave, the cave entrance faces the sun. The cave is above the water, like a bright moon floating on the water. Chaoyang Pavilion: Built in the Song dynasty, the pavilion has long been abandoned, but the naming of Shuiyue Cave has a long history. Xiangyan Rock: Originally a short section of an ancient underground river, it is named after its location, which is right at the elephant's eye. Puxian Tower: Built in the Ming dynasty to worship Samantabhadra, it is one of the two pagodas in China dedicated to Samantabhadra. Yunfeng Temple: The command post of the Taiping Heavenly Kingdom, and the monk's house of Jianzhen, the founder of Japanese Buddhism. Relic Tower: Located in the ruins of Kaiyuan Temple, which was built in the Sui dynasty, it is the oldest Buddhist temple in Guilin. 2. Best Time to Visit Elephant Trunk Hill is suitable for visiting all year round. It has a subtropical monsoon climate, with mild temperatures, abundant rainfall, sufficient sunlight, and distinct seasons. It is not too cold in winter and not too hot in summer. Best time to visit: Early morning and night. In the early morning, you can experience the misty Elephant Trunk Hill, and at night, you can enjoy the night view of "Elephant Hill Water Moon." 3. Transportation Elephant Trunk Hill Scenic Area is located in the center of Guilin, with very convenient transportation. You can take a free public service bus (No. 57 or 58) or bus No. 2 or 23 directly to Xiangshan Park. 4. Ticket Price Ticket price: CNY 75. Certain groups, such as active military personnel, retired military personnel, disabled military personnel, martyrs' families, and retired cadres, can enter the park for free with the corresponding certificates. 5. Recommended Route Enter from Gate 1: Go to Osmanthus Square - Climb Elephant Trunk Hill - Visit the exhibition hall after descending the hill - Cross the bridge at Osmanthus Square - First viewing platform - Love Island - Mysterious Elephant Village - Exit from Gate 3. Classic photo angle: Take photos from the most classic angle of Elephant Trunk Hill, go around to the back of Elephant Trunk Hill, look at Elephant Trunk Hill from the bottom of the elephant's trunk, and climb Elephant Trunk Hill to overlook the scenery of Guilin. 6. Other Reminders There is an additional charge for bamboo rafting in the scenic area. Sometimes there are elephant performances in the scenic area, depending on the arrangements. We hope this guide will help you plan a pleasant trip to Elephant Trunk Hill!