Li River China Postcard

The Li River, or Lijiang, flows through the heart of Guilin, Guangxi, China, and is world-renowned for its stunning karst landscape. The river, a mesmerising jade-green, snakes through a dramatic valley of steep, rounded limestone formations that pierce the sky. These unique hills, often shrouded in mist, create a fairytale scenery that has inspired artists and poets for centuries. The classic experience involves taking a bamboo raft or larger cruise boat to soak in the tranquil beauty, passing by iconic sights like 'Elephants Trunk Hill' and 'Nine Horses Fresco Hill'. At dawn or dusk, cormorant fishermen, with their trained birds and simple lamps, offer a glimpse into traditional river life, adding to the mystical atmosphere of the region.