Liujiang River Scenic Belt
百里柳江
The Liujiang River wraps around Liuzhou's old town in a pot-shaped bend, and bridges, hills and lights make up a riverside picture gallery. The night cruise is Liuzhou's signature experience.
The Liujiang River makes a huge U-shaped bend through the city of Liuzhou, embracing the old town on three sides, which is why the ancients called Liuzhou the 'Pot City'. The 'Hundred-Li Liujiang' refers to the riverside landscape belt along both banks of the urban stretch. More than twenty bridges of varied styles span the river, including Wenhui Bridge, Hudong Bridge and Baisha Bridge, earning it the nickname 'Bridge Museum'. On the east bank, Panlong Mountain holds a large artificial waterfall, the Panlong Mountain Waterfall. On holidays and summer evenings, when it is switched on, its water curtain is paired with lights, making it one of Liuzhou's most photogenic night views. Opening times vary, so check before you go. Things to do: in the evening, take a night cruise from Dongmen Wharf or Yaobu Wharf (about 1 hour, with fares of about RMB 80–150 depending on the boat). During the day, cycle or walk along the riverside park paths. In spring, bauhinia trees bloom in masses along the river. The best viewpoints are the Wenhui Bridge approach, the riverbank of Yaobu Ancient Town and the summit of Ma'an Mountain. Getting there: take a city bus or taxi to the Wenhui Bridge or Dongmen Gate Tower area. Note that night cruises may be suspended in summer during the flood season.
Opening hours
Riverside walkway open all day; cruises mostly 7:30–10:00 PM
Nearby sights
- East Gate Tower of Liuzhou
- Yaobu Ancient Town & Liuzhou Confucian Temple
- Panlong Mountain Waterfall
- Liuhou Park
- Ma'anshan Park
- Liuzhou Museum
- Yufeng Park (Liyu Peak)
- Liuzhou Bauhinia Blossom Streets