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- Asia
- China
- Guilin
- Elephant Trunk Hill
Elephant Trunk Hill
This hill, on the banks of the Li River, has a large natural
arch cut into it that is said to resemble an elephant drinking
water. The opening of the arch is called Water Moon Cave because
the reflection of the moon at night appears as though it is both in
and out of the water. Often used as a symbol of the city, the arch
is a popular photo spot in Guilin. At the top of the hill is a
two-story pagoda built during the Ming Dynasty (1368-1644), meant
to resemble a vase on the elephant's back when viewed from afar.
Trees planted by the city block the view of the arch from across
the river, so the only way to get to it is through Elephant Trunk
Hill.
Information & Facts
Admission
Language
The official language is Mandarin Chinese, but there are
hundreds of local dialects.
Money
The currency used in China is the Renminbi Yuan (CNY). The Yuan
is divided into 10 chiao/jiao or 100 fen. Make sure you exchange
your leftover Yuan before returning home because this currency can
be exchanged only within China's borders. Travellers cheques,
preferably in US Dollars, and foreign cash can be exchanged in
cities at the Bank of China. Banks are closed weekends. The larger
hotels and the special 'Friendship Stores' designed for foreigners
will accept most western currencies for purchases. Major credit
cards are accepted in the main cities at various establishments,
but outside the major cities acceptance is limited. ATMs are scarce
outside the main cities.
Opening Times
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