Pictures of China

[Randy W]

Located in the city of Guilin,Jingjiang Princes Palace(靖江王府), the residence of a Ming Dynasty Chinese royal, has been transformed into a popular tourist attraction. The buildings inside completely show the #architectural #culture, living habits and cultural characteristics of ancient #China.  #history #ancient #living #autumn #scenery

from Discover Guangxi China on Facebook
https://www.facebook.com/DiscoverGuangxi/posts/382307256675310

[Randy W]

Authentic Guilin, China

Hey friends, check out the picturesque Lijiang River（漓江） in #Guilin, #China. Taking a cruise along here can be amusing! Who can refuse such a stunning landscape? #nature #travel

from Discover Guangxi China on Facebook
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[Randy W]

On 7/8/2021 at 9:59 PM, Randy W said:

Someone's got balls (the drone operator)

Flying over the Fanjing Mountain

from China Highlights on Facebook
https://fb.watch/v/45a3xBVlJ/

There is a scattered place in southwestern China that just looking at it makes you shiver. Not from fear but from emotion. A magical place with a mysterious aura, suspended between the green of the forest and the white of the clouds. It is the Fanjingshan, or natural reserve of Mount Fanjing, in the Guizhou province, the highest of the Wuling mountain range, with its 2,572 meters high, where many species of plants still alive today, some even dating back to the Tertiary Era, and animals, including specimens considered at risk.
It is no coincidence that in 2018 it became a UNESCO World Heritage Site, which classified it as a biosphere reserve, the only primary forest ecosystem that has been preserved almost intact at this latitude. But it is not only the natural beauty that sets it apart because Mount Fanjing is also a sacred place.
The Chinese call it the bodhimaṇḍa (or "place of enlightenment") of the Maitreya Buddha, and there are numerous ancient temples for devoted pilgrims, some destroyed, some still intact. The first built on the site date back to the Tang dynasty, from the 7th to the 10th century.

from World Beauties and Wonders on Facebook
https://www.facebook.com/worldbeautiesandwonders/posts/230185595753287

Edited September 12, 2021 by Randy W (see edit history)

[Randy W]

Hidden in deep #mountains, Hongtan Waterfall(红滩瀑布) likes an abandoned jewel of nature. Its water is greatly clear, and well-preserved virgin forests as its background. It must be exciting to spend a weekend here and start an #exploration of #nature.   (Location: Guilin's Lingui District). #guilin #adventure #waterfall

from Discover Guangxi China on Facebook
https://www.facebook.com/DiscoverGuangxi/posts/384762096429826

[Randy W]

DAY VS NIGHT! 
Haokun Lake（浩坤湖）in Lingyun, Baise can compete with Halong Bay in #Vietnam. As night falls, the architecture with minority characteristics will be decorated with colorful lights, that's stunning! #nature #travel

from Discover Guangxi China on Facebook 
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[Randy W]

More than 2000 years old Huashan Rock Art Cultural Landscape (左江花山岩画) is waiting for you to decode the mystery, what is the human figure represent? Were they doing some special ritual or dancing?#history #travel #mountains

from Discover Guangxi China on Facebook 
https://www.facebook.com/DiscoverGuangxi/videos/4643984778980135/

[Randy W]

Zhenyuan, Guizhou has long been an ancient town of the Miao people. Its long history endows the town with many rich and generous cultural relics, making it much like a historic garden. 
📷: @vallys_lee
 

from TheChinaTrips on Facebook
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[Randy W]

#Pamukkale? Fangchenggang's Butou Hot Spring（布透温泉）is hidden in the mountains of #Guangxi. The natural wonder with crystal clear spring water running down it freely. #nature #travel

from Discover Guangxi China on Facebook
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[Randy W]

Yellow Mountain at Anhui province. 
It's difficult to build such a big hotel on top of the mountain

Huangshan Yupinglou Hotel
Jade Screen Tower Hotel

To get to this mountain-top hotel you have to climb up 60,000 steps – or take the cable car. If you choose to climb the stairs you are in for an exciting time. They begin by traveling through the cleft of the cliff known as the Thread of Sky, further up the steps are a mere shoulder-width apart and are soon surrounded by air and two sheer drops on either side.

 

from China Highlights on Facebook 
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[Randy W]

Top 5 Hiking Routes in #Guangxi: Baise’s Dashiwei Tiankengs（大石围天坑） is a nice choice. In addition to experiencing the thrilling glass bridge, you can also try the romantic rainbow ladder. And then drink a cup of coffee to enjoy the scenery. AWESOME! #travel #worldwalkingday

from Discover Guangxi China on Facebook
https://www.facebook.com/DiscoverGuangxi/posts/395211022051600

[Randy W]

The Chinese countryside version of Disneyland? This wired (they actually meant WEIRD) #architecture in Yulin city(玉林怪楼), it is built by a local farmer, which combines with french designed style, Cambodia and Thailand element, and new Chinese fashion style. It opens the eyes that a #building can mix with so many elements. #travel

from Discover Guangxi China on Facebook
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I've never seen this - I posted a question to them about where it is.

EDIT: I heard back from them that it is 北流市农民艺术楼
Beiliu City Farmers Art Building

Located right here:

Edited October 5, 2021 by Randy W (see edit history)

[Randy W]

Tongling Grand Canyon（通灵大峡谷） is one of the must-visit places in Baise, #Guangxi. You will certainly feel spiritual as descend narrow flights of stairs down to a large cavern, with the roar of the #watefall and an underground river.  #nature  #travel

from Discover Guangxi China on Facebook 
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[Randy W]

Floating dragon! A total of 88 bamboo rafts connected to form a giant #dragon on the Yulong River, Guangxi Zhuang autonomous region, to celebrate the National Day holiday. #ChinaStory

from China Daily on Facebook 
https://www.facebook.com/chinadaily/videos/583240319684112/

 

[Randy W]

40 km to the north of #Guilin, you can enjoy the stunning view of the Golden Sea in Ginkgo Forest of Haiyang Town(桂林银杏海洋乡). Morning is the best time for photographing. The ginkgo leaves in the soft and inspirational lighting will give you enjoyment. #Autumn #travelphotography #naturephotography

from Discover Guangxi China on Facebook 
https://www.facebook.com/DiscoverGuangxi/posts/399878511584851

Edited October 8, 2021 by Randy W (see edit history)

[Randy W]

Architect was never a formal profession in ancient China, but numerous Chinese literati and intellectuals delved deeply into architectural design. Famous Tang Dynasty (618-907) poet Bai Juyi was just one. He believed that a good poem should have a theme, as should a building. This kind of thinking led ancient Chinese architecture to always have expressive function. 
Every single component can carry some special meaning, demonstrating the skillful craftsmanship and artistic imagination of the builders.
Chinese architecture not only displays great beauty, but also captures unique Chinese culture with every detail.

from China Pictorial on Facebook
https://www.facebook.com/ChinaPic/posts/4203900976401926