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Tips for touring Guilin on a time budget ๐Ÿ˜‰

Staying at Guilin's Two Rivers and Four Lakes scenic area brings great advantages to travellers with time constraint as the popular sightseeing spots are all within walking distance. If you are not keen on climbing the elephant trunk hill itself, you can view it from Love island which is across the waters. Cross the main road and you will reach the Sun and Moon Pagodas photo spot. Dress up and photography opportunity is available. ๐Ÿ“ธ Walk a little farther down along the same road and you will reach Zhengyang Pedestrian Street where food and shopping experience await. ๐Ÿฅข At about 8.30-8.42pm, you can witness the artificial waterfall displayed by Lijiang Waterfall Hotel which is located opposite Shanhu (Shan Lake), a lovely place to stroll after meals. #summervacay #familytravel #thingstodo #holiday #guilin #sunmoonpagodas #travel #elephanttrunkhill
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