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2023 - China (Part 3 - Yangshuo and its Environs) - Glynn's Travel Blog

2023 - China (Part 3 - Yangshuo and its Environs) - Glynn's Travel Blog

      Old Town and Caves

      Monday, 24 July 2023

      On Monday, 24 July, we enjoyed two breakfasts: one from McDonald's and another of noodles. Following our meal, we took a taxi to Silver Cave (银子岩), a large cave located approximately 18 km from Yangshuo. Inside, there is a lengthy 2 km concrete pathway that winds through numerous stalactites and stalagmites, all illuminated like a theme park. It was extremely hot inside the cave, making the large pedestal fans quite welcome.

      We took a moment for photos at the cave entrance.

      Outside the Silver Caves, the café's coffee was quite unsatisfactory. We then took another taxi to Xingping Old Town (兴坪镇), which was about a 90-minute drive north of Yangshuo. This historic town is picturesque, boasting breathtaking river views.

      After exploring Xingping, we returned to Yangshuo by the same taxi and enjoyed dinner at a nice restaurant, although some dishes appeared quite unusual. Walking back to our hotel was challenging due to the large crowds along the main street, which could have posed a risk in a panic; however, we managed to return safely. I held onto Hung's hand tightly as we navigated through the crowd. Once we moved away from the main street and started walking toward the hotel, the number of people decreased.

      We encountered some clever advertising and an intriguing restaurant along the way.

      Yangshuo Town.

      The trip's sponsors.

      Stirring the chili.

      Declining down the hill toward the main shopping area.

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