Solitary Beauty Peak

Introduction to Solitary Beauty Peak (独秀峰)

The Solitary Beauty Peak located in the center of the ancient Jingjiang Prince City at the downtown area of Guilin is a famous scenic spot in Guilin. Reputed as the “Pillar of the Southern Sky”, the Solitary Beauty Peak has an elevation of 216 meters. From the peak tourists will get the beautiful panoramic views of Guilin city.

The Solitary Beauty Peak got its name from the famous line of “none can surpass this solidary peak in beauty”, which was written by Yan Yanzhi, govern of Guilin during the Southern Dynasty (420-589). The special scene that the peak appears to be purple or gold in the haze of dawn or glow is really spectacular. Also the authentic inscription that declares Guilin’s scenery is the best under heaven is sculptured here.

The Solitary Beauty Peak is famous for its solitary beauty of sharp precipices and limestone formations. There are many peculiar caves, ancient temples, elegant pavilions, and historical halls in the Solitary Beauty Peak. Famous scenic sights include Xuanwu Pavilion, Crescent Pond, Three Guests Temple, Dashu Rock, Taiping Rock, Sun Yat-sen Memorial Tower, and Sanyuan Jidi Hall are what to see and enjoy.

Location

Ancient Jingjiang Prince City , Downtown Area of Guilin, Guangxi, China

Main Sights

Xuanwu Pavilion, Crescent Pond, Three Guests Temple, Dashu Rock, Taiping Rock, Sun Yat-sen Memorial Tower, and Sanyuan Jidi Hall

Travel Information

Admission: 

130 yuan (for Solitary Beauty Peak and Jingjiang Prince Scenic Area);

Children under 1.4 meters is free of charge.

Opening Hours:

7:30AM~6:30PM every day

Transportation 

1. You can take bus No. 1, 22, 30, 99 and 100, then get off at the Stop of Lequn Crossing at Middle Zhongshan Road, and then walk about 50 meters in the east.

2. You can also take city bus No. 10, 11, 14, 18 and 98, then get off at the Liberation Bridge Stop,and then walk about 100 meters in the north.

Travel Tips

1. The recommended times for a visit is about 2 hours.