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Yangshou Countryside
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Yangshou
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How
to pronounce
Yangshou: Yahng-zh'joe
Best
and least desirable times
There is no perfect period. Each has its advantages and disadvantages.
September
and October
These are the best overall months for visiting Yangshou, but they can be crowded.
Spring
Pleasant, but can be rainy.
Summer
Offers long days for exploring, but can be hot, humid, and rainy
Winter
Has fewer tourists and is relatively dry, but can be cold and frosty.
Mist
Often the mountain peaks are clothed in mist, creating mystical scenes. This is especially true in the early morning and on rainy days.
Visitor
profiles
Yangshou town is a haven for foreign backpackers and, increasingly, for independent suitcased budget travelers. Yangshou also has a few first class hotels.
Nearest major city
Yangshou is 80 kilometers (50 miles) south of Guilin in the Guangxi autonomous region - and approximately 1000 kilometers (600 miles) northwest of Hong Kong and Guangzhou (Canton) in Guangdong province.
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