Guilin

Basic Introduction to Guilin Osmanthus TeaOsmanthus, aside from being rich in symbolism and used for ornamental purposes, is also a top-quality ingredient for making scented teas, extracting aromatic oils, and producing sweets and pastries, and it's very popular. Drinking osmanthus tea can help with weight loss and beautify the skin. The best osmanthus is picked from osmanthus trees in July and August. Dried osmanthus used for brewing tea can detoxify, improve bowel function, and enhance appearance.Guilin osmanthus tea is produced in Guilin, Guangxi, and its production started in the 1970s at the Guilin Tea Factory. Nutritional ValueOsmanthus tea can prevent and treat bad breath, blurred vision, urticaria, duodenal ulcers, cold stomach, and stomach pain.It has the effects of whitening the skin, eliminating toxins from the body, relieving cough, reducing phlegm, nourishing the lungs, and promoting health. Many people feel their skin is dry during summer or have hoarse voices due to heatiness; adding some osmanthus to green tea or oolong tea can alleviate these symptoms.Guilin osmanthus tea is a Guilin specialty. After fresh osmanthus flowers are used to scent the tea, it retains the true flavor of the tea while carrying a rich osmanthus aroma. Drinking it helps to ventilate…

This aerial photo taken on Oct. 3, 2023 shows tourists taking boats on Lijiang River in Guilin City, south China's Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region. The Mid-Autumn Festival and National Day holiday period, which lasts from Sept. 29 to Oct. 6 this year, is a peak travel and tourism season in China. (Photo by Liu Zheng/ tasteallchina ) Tourists visit Zhanqiao scenic area in Qingdao, east China's Shandong Province, Oct. 3, 2023. The Mid-Autumn Festival and National Day holiday period, which lasts from Sept. 29 to Oct. 6 this year, is a peak travel and tourism season in China. (Photo by Huang Jiexian/ tasteallchina ) This aerial photo taken on Oct. 3, 2023 shows tourists taking photos in a village near Dianchi Lake in Kunming, southwest China's Yunnan Province. The Mid-Autumn Festival and National Day holiday period, which lasts from Sept. 29 to Oct. 6 this year, is a peak travel and tourism season in China. ( tasteallchina /Chen Xinbo) This aerial photo taken on Oct. 3, 2023 shows tourists enjoying the scenery of the Hukou Waterfall on the Yellow River, on the border area between north China's Shanxi and northwest China's Shaanxi provinces. The Mid-Autumn Festival and National Day holiday…

Guilin, the name alone evokes a sense of familiarity even for those who have never set foot in China. The phrase "Guilin's scenery is the best under heaven" has etched this city into the national consciousness, making it a household name across generations. Despite this, in recent years, Guilin might not have stood out among popular tourist destinations. Perhaps its familiarity has rendered it almost too well-known, making it seem over-commercialized and over-developed to some. But is this really the case? Has Guilin truly fallen out of favor? Is it still worth visiting? Absolutely. Guilin remains the unrivaled masterpiece of China's natural landscapes, a timeless and poetic destination that continues to captivate the hearts of travelers. Li River Hiking: A Flowing Ink Painting Hiking along the Li River is one of the best ways to appreciate the beauty of Guilin's landscapes. The trail from Nine Horse Fresco Hill to Yangdi, and from Gaozhou Village to the ancient Guihua Path, offers an immersive experience. Walking along mountain paths, riverside trails, and beaches, hikers can enjoy the most exquisite views of the Li River. The mist-covered mountains and clear waters create a mysterious and enchanting atmosphere, making one feel as if they…