Nanning Attractions
Nanning lies in the south of the autonomous region of Guangxi, on the banks of the Yongjiang. It is connected with other major cities by air and rail.
Nanning is a lively industrial city which enjoys a climate where everything is green and in blossom all the year round. The most important agricultural products are rice and sugar-cane, while thanks to the favorable climatic conditions it is possible to harvest subtropical fruits such as mangoes and lychees.
The city, which was already the political center and military stronghold of southwest China over 1600 years ago, received its present name during the Yuan period (1271-1368). In 1912 Nanning became the capital of the province of Guangxi and in the 1950s was declared the seat of government of the Zhuang national autonomous region of Guangxi. In 1952 a minorities institute was founded here.
Nanning is a lively industrial city which enjoys a climate where everything is green and in blossom all the year round. The most important agricultural products are rice and sugar-cane, while thanks to the favorable climatic conditions it is possible to harvest subtropical fruits such as mangoes and lychees.
The city, which was already the political center and military stronghold of southwest China over 1600 years ago, received its present name during the Yuan period (1271-1368). In 1912 Nanning became the capital of the province of Guangxi and in the 1950s was declared the seat of government of the Zhuang national autonomous region of Guangxi. In 1952 a minorities institute was founded here.
Guangxi Museum
The Museum of the Autonomous Region of Guangxi (Guangxi Bowuguan) is near the city center and has a floor area of 12,900sq.m/139,000sq.ft. It was built in 1954 and extended in 1978.
It provides an introduction to the history of the various different nationalities in Guangxi. The exhibits include 320 old bronze drums, made by ethnic minority groups in the region.
It provides an introduction to the history of the various different nationalities in Guangxi. The exhibits include 320 old bronze drums, made by ethnic minority groups in the region.
People's Park
The People's Park (Renmin Gongyuan) in the northeast of the city is one of the most picturesque places in Nanning. 200 rare types of tree and flower are to be found in this very popular park.
Longship Festival
The Longship Festival, which takes place at the beginning of June (on the 5th day of the 5th month according to the lunar calendar) attracts countless visitors every year who come to see the longship races which are conducted with dedicated zeal on the Yongjiang.
South Lake
South Lake (Nanhu) extends over an area of 93ha/230acres in the southeast of the city. Of special interest are an orchid garden and a bonsai exhibition.
On the east shore of the lake there is an excellent restaurant offering delicious fish dishes.
In the nearby Botanical Garden over 1900 different medicinal herbs are cultivated.
On the east shore of the lake there is an excellent restaurant offering delicious fish dishes.
In the nearby Botanical Garden over 1900 different medicinal herbs are cultivated.
Nanning Surroundings
Waters of the Soul
The 1km/.5mi long lake, Waters of the Soul (Ling Shui), lies 43km/27mi north of Nanning in the district of Wuming. It is fed by springs which are always clear. The water temperature is 18-22°C (64-72°F) all the year round. The shores of the lake are lined with bathing pools, pavilions, kiosks and other facilities.
Yiling Yan Grotto
Yiling Yan Grotto is located on top of a hill 29km/18mi to the north of the city. Popular tradition has it that about 1500 years ago a Taoist hermit lived here. The people used to take refuge in the cave when faced with adversity. In the 1100m/3000ft long dripstone cave the visitor will see stalagmites and stalactites of every conceivable shape, while neon illuminations provide fantastic lighting effects.
