Guilin and Longsheng, China
Airing Date: Apr 26th, 2008
Let your hair down with the long-haired ladies of LongshengGuilin's dramatic limestone peaks have been an inspiration to Chinese artists and poets for centuries. Guilin is situated in the northeast of the Guangxi Region on the west back of the beautiful Li River. Guilin is considered the pearl of China's thriving tourist industry on account of its natural beauty and historic treasures. It is an ideal base from which to explore the surrounding ethnic villages and countryside.
From Guilin town take the winding road to Longsheng to encounter the region's engineering marvel - the Dragon's Backbone terraces - where rice paddies cling precariously to the surrounding peaks and valleys. The terraces were built 800 years ago and were completed by the Zhuang - the largest minority group in China. There are many viewpoints from which to view this stunning scenery - a photographer's dream!
The ethnic minorities in this area are friendly and hospitable. You can visit the local villages and see their traditional houses built on stilts. The long-haired ladies from the Yao tribe can be seen washing their 4-foot long hair along the riverbanks. They hold a Guinness Record for the length of their hair!
Further Information:Guilin, Longsheng & Yangshuo, CHINATRAVEL INDOCHINA is a boutique tour operator that has specialised in Asia for more than 13 years. Their 15 Day China Panorama Small Group Journey starts from $3595pp twin share. For travellers longing to immerse themselves in China's rich history, inspiring landscapes and staggering pace of change, this journey has it all. Beginning in dynamic Beijing - home of the 2008 Olympic Games - experience the Great Wall, Xian's Terracotta Warriors, the tranquil Li River and the old-world charm of Zhujiajiao, before concluding in bustling Shanghai.
Price departing Beijing includes: 13 nights hotel accom, one overnight train (soft sleeper four berth shared cabins), all internal flights as specified, all road transport by air-conditioned vehicles, all sightseeing as specified (excluding entrance fees), breakfast daily and two lunches, travel Indochina tour leader based on a minimum of seven people, local English-speaking guides throughout, airport arrival and departure transfers. Deluxe option is available and includes one additional night hotel accommodation and entrance fees for sightseeing as specified.
For more information call 1300-365-355 or go to www.travelindochina.com.au
