Fuli Town - Yangshuo Attractions
Fuli town, 8 kilometers east of Yangshuo County. It takes 20 minutes to drive from Yangshuo(by a bike (around 40min)), Fuli has a history of 800 years. Here you can find nice small factories making painted paper fans. The barber shop, a small local Chinese pharmacy all have some special stories to tell. It still has all of its old houses which you can peak into and see the simple lives there.All the traditional new years decorations which remain in town for the entire year. The Fuli market days are endings in 2, 5, 8. You can have fun from this crowded but very traditional market.
"When we arrived in Fuli, we promptly took off in the direction where we thought the river (and old town) would be. We followed some locals down a walking path which soon became a narrow muddy track across fields of vegetables. The river winds around so much that we didn't realize we were walking in the opposite direction. We were saved by a little old lady who not only pointed the way to the river but insisted on escorting us there to make sure we didn't get lost again. It turned out to be about half an hour's walk to the Li River. "--Raymondc
Fuli is a town with two faces. On one side is the new town which is next to the main road that leads to Guangdong province. On the other side is the old town which is on the bank of the Li River. The old town still has all of its old houses which you can peek into and see the simple lives of the local people. Wandering around the town you will see all the traditional new years decorations which remain in place for the entire year. A walk around this old town is a very memorable experience. . Warning - Fuli market attracts a number of pick pockets. Just take your essentials there with you.
Local minivans operate as buses and leave from the bus station in Yangshuo in every few minutes. The best way to get to Fuli however is by bicycle. There is a little used village road that goes along the Li river bank and through very scenic areas and small villages. Eventually the road leads to the Li river which you need to cross on a small wooden boat. The boats go across and back every few minutes and drop you off right next to the 3 sisters cafe. Here you can leave your bikes free of charge while you wander around the old town or visit the market. This restaurant also produces great food and has great views.
Three huge rocks in the bank of the river known as Rocks of Three Girls (Three Sisters). this named after three gfirld who are belived to become immortal. After you walk up the steps, you will come to Kuixing Tower, which is another gate to Fuli Village. The Tower offers you a bird's-eye view of the river and mountains.
Fuli is also great for purchasing scroll paintings and Chinese fans. The fans are made here and you can observe how they are made.
three huge rocks in north of the Pavilion are believed to be the place where three village girls became immortals. Therefore, the rocks are known as Rocks of Three Girls. Walking up the steps from the river, you will come to Kuixing Tower, which is another gate to Fuli Town. The Tower offers you a bird's-eye view of the river and mountains.
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