Gaotian - an fabulous village in Yangshuo

As an fabulous scenic spot in Yangshuo,Gaotian village boasts fantastic peaks, grotesque caverns and beautiful rural scenery. Famous attractions include the Ancient Ferry, Tunnel Crag (Chuanyan) and Moon Hill (Yueliangshan).

The ancient ferry is located at the bank of Jinbao River, a tributary of the Lijiang River. Beside the ferry stands a old banyan tree looking like a large umbrella. A legend goes that it was planted in the Jin Dynasty, about 1,500 years ago.

About one kilometer from the big banyan tree is a hill whose peaks tower towards the sky in such a manner as if it has reached the clouds.

The Moon hill has a cave with a diameter of 11 m, looking just like a full moon, hence the name. Viewed from different angles, the cave takes different shapes, just as the moon chances shape with time, and this is one of the major charms of Yangshuo. The fantastic views from the top have made this hill one of Yangshuo's best attractions.

On the way to or back from Moon Hill, it is great fun to explore the nearby caves. The Black Buddha New Water Caves and the Black Dragon Caves are lots of fun for those who love a little adventure. The Black Dragon Caves tour is partly by boat and requires some wading. This expedition takes you through some great underground swimming holes so go prepared to get wet and dirty. The caves are only open in the summer.