Cool escapes: How Guilin's karst peaks beat the summer heat

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A majestic view of the karst peaks rising along the Li River in Guilin, Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region, China, on July 25, 2026. /CGTN

Situated in south China's Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region, Guilin's dramatic karst peaks and winding rivers offer more than a visual marvel – they form a natural climate control system.

Here, a dense water network functions as a natural thermostat, while cavernous subterranean karst caves act as giant, air-conditioned sanctuaries. Together, surface waters and underground caves create a self-sustaining refuge, allowing visitors to experience one of China's most iconic landscapes in refreshing, natural comfort.

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