1 / 6 Dubbed the “Green City,” Nanning, capital of south China’s Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region, stands out for its stunning natural views as well as plenty of enchanting scenic spots, attracting numerous tourists both home and abroad. The city will host the 15th version this year of the annual China-ASEAN Expo. For those who want to explore the interior beauty of the city, CGTN has selected some of the must-go places for you. /VCG Photo
2 / 6 Proclaimed as the “Giant Lung” of the city, Qingxiu Mountain is renowned for its marvelous green scenery and pleasant climate throughout all seasons. It lies on the bank of Yong River and is about nine kilometers away from the southeast of the city. The earliest history of the mountain could date back to the Sui Dynasty (581-619) when it was built as an attraction, leaving plenty of cultural and architectural relics to the city. /VCG Photo
3 / 6 There are 18 peaks in the mountain, including the famous Qing Peak and Phoenix Peak. Tourists could reach up to Xiangya Pagoda located atop the Fengyi Peak to overlook the breathtaking view of the whole city. If you prefer to have a rest during the visit, two artificial pools – Tianchi (Heaven Pool) and Yaochi (Jade Pool) – could provide you with a comfortable place to stay and enjoy the tranquil beauty in the mountain. /VCG Photo
4 / 6 Situated in the southeast of the city, Nanhu Lake Park is famous for its aquatic scenery as well as the subtropical gardening landscapes. The huge lake in the park takes up three-quarters of its total area. Tourists could go boating in the daytime and enjoy the stunning light show over the lake at night. The park is also home to an abundant variety of subtropical plants, such as palm trees, Chinese fan palm and Areca catechu, where visitors are offered great opportunities to enjoy the gardening art in the park. /VCG Photo
5 / 6 If you are a food lover, you should never miss the most popular food street in the city – Zhongshan Snack Street – where you can savor all types of Guangxi delicacies that satisfy your taste bud. Located in Zhongshan Road, the snack street only becomes crowded with people when the night falls and all the food stalls on the roadside will be opened and serve the typical Guangxi cuisine, ranging from all sorts of rice noodles, wrapped chicken, barbecue meat, pickled fruits and etc. /VCG Photo
6 / 6 Guangxi is known for its prosperous ethnic culture and the best place to explore the culture is to visit Guangxi Museum of Nationalities. Home to 11 minority groups in China, Guangxi has the largest number of Zhuang people in the region with the population of nearly 15 million. Inside the museum, you can find all sorts of ethnic collections, ranging from attires, handicrafts, embroidery works, labor tools, instruments, architecture, etc. One of the most classic collections is the display of 2,000 bronze drums. /VCG Photo