The Best Time to Visit Guilin
Best for all
May to November
Anytime could be the best time. It all depends on what you are expecting.
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The most ideal time for beautiful sunrises and sunsets over karst mountains is May to November.
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For cormorant fishermen and gas lamp reflections at dawn and dusk, the best time is August to November.
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March to June is a good time to shoot the irrigated terraced fields.
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September to the middle of October is the best time to photograph the golden rice terraces.
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If you are thinking of getting nice shots of mist surrounding the village or sea of clouds in-between mountains, high chances from March to July.
Dates to avoid
for 2024
To make the most of your visit here, it's best to plan your trip from May to October, while keeping in mind to avoid the local holidays such as Mid-Autumn Festival, China National Day Holiday, and Spring Festival. These months are considered the peak season.
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Qingming Festival: April 4-6, 2024
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Labor day week: May 1-5, 2024
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Dragon Boat Festival: June 8-10, 2024
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Mid Autumn Festival: September 15-17, 2024
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China National Day Holiday: October 1-7, 2024
Photographs Taken from January to December
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