Brief information on Duxiu(solitary beauty) Peak  

Duxiu (solitary beauty) Peak stands in solitary grace at the center of the ancient Mansion of Prince Jingjiang (a noble family in the Ming Dynasty). Towering from the ground with an elevation of 216 meters, it is reputed as “the Pillar holding up the Southern Sky”. Composed of limestone from the shallow sea sediment biochemistry about 0.35 billion years ago, the peak got its name from the famous line in Southern Dynasty (420-589) literature, ’none can surpass this solitary peak in beauty’. When bathed in the dawn sunshine or afterglow, the peak seems to wear a purple gown and a golden belt, which is the origin of its other name ’Purple Golden Hill.

Those with enough energy to climb the 306 stone steps to the top are rewarded with panoramic views of the city, the Li River and the surrounding hills.

There are many peculiar caves at this scenic site. At the eastern foot of the peak lies Dushu (Study) Rock, which is also the foremost attraction at this scenic site? The rock looks like a stone room with natural windows and beds inside. It is said that Yan Tingzhi, governor of Guilin and also a famous writer, often studied here about 1,500 years ago. At the western foot lies the Taiping (Peace) Rock, which is 2.9 meters (about 9.5 feet) high and covers an area of 140 square meters (about 1,507 sq ft)? This cave looks like a gracious house with a very smooth floor and stalactites of various shapes hanging down from the roof.  Statues of Buddha have also been erected inside. On the walls of the cave, you can read dedications from various poets praising the exquisite characteristics of the cave. The Snow Cave, on the other hand, which is located at the north-western foot, is famous for its white-as-snow stalactites.

The well-known Yueya (Crescent) Pond is located at the eastern foot of the peak. Its name is derived from its distinct crescent shape. The Sun Yat-sen Memorial Tower stands on the bank of the pond, and was established in 1921 to commemorate the revolution led by its namesake, Sun Yat-sen. It is now acknowledged as one of Guilin City’s major protected heritage sites. 
 

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Hours: 07:30-18:30
Address: Inside the Residence of Jingjiang, Jingjiang Rd., Xiufeng District
Transportation: Buses: 3, 10, 11, 14, 18, 22, 30, 98, 99, 100
Admission: CNY 50 for Jingjiang City, include this site.