Location & How to Get There

Fubo Hill Park sits right next to the Li River in Guilin’s northern downtown area. The address is No. 27 Binjiang Road, near Fengbei Intersection—easy to find if you’re walking along the river. If you’re coming by bus, routes 2, 13, or 30 will drop you close by. It’s a short walk from the city center, so many visitors combine it with a stroll along the riverside.

Natural Scenery: River Views & Unique Rocks

Fubo Hill is a single limestone peak rising sharply beside the Li River, making it a perfect spot for river-gazing. Climb up to Tingtao Pavilion (Listen-to-the-Waves Pavilion) for a breeze-filled view of the water. The hill’s jagged rocks and caves feel like nature’s art project. One highlight is the Hanging Rock in Huanzhu Cave—a massive stone slab dangling just inches above the ground, as if sliced cleanly by a sword. Legend says it’s where General Ma Yuan (a Han Dynasty hero) tested his blade!

Cultural Treasures: Temples, Art, & Myths

This hill has history! Back in the Han Dynasty, General Ma Yuan stopped here during his southern campaigns, giving the park its name. In Tang times, people built a shrine for him on the hill. Today, you’ll find:

  • Guishui Pavilion: A Qing-era tower with river-facing windows.
  • Huanzhu Cave: Filled with strange stalactites and that legendary “sword-test” rock.
  • Mi Fu’s Self-Portrait: Carved into the cave wall by a famous Song Dynasty artist.
  • Thousand-Buddha Rock: A cliff covered in tiny Buddha carvings.

Cool Spots for Photos & Fun

Don’t miss the Giant Bell (over 2,700 kg!) and the Thousand-Person Cauldron (weighs a ton) near the temple—both relics from centuries ago. For a quirky photo op, stand under the Hanging Rock in Huanzhu Cave and pretend to hold up the “sword-sliced” stone. On clear days, the river reflections make the hill look like it’s floating—perfect for Instagram shots!

Practical Tips: Visiting Fubo Hill Park

  • Entrance: Free! Just pay a small fee if you want to climb certain pavilions.
  • Hours: Open daily from 7:00 AM to 8:00 PM.
  • Accessibility: Steps get steep in some spots, but there are resting areas with benches.
  • Food: Snack stands and tea houses line the riverbank nearby. Try sugar-coated osmanthus flowers—a Guilin specialty!

Why It’s Worth Your Time

Fubo Hill Park packs big vibes into a small space. You get river views, ancient legends, and quirky relics all in one. It’s less crowded than Elephant Trunk Hill but equally mesmerizing. Bring comfy shoes, a sense of adventure, and maybe a friend to race to the top of Tingtao Pavilion!