Guilin Twin Golden and Silver Towers Night Tour Guide

As night falls as expected, Guilin’s Two Rivers and Four Lakes transform into another stunning scene. Among them, the most dazzling jewel is none other than the Sun and Moon Twin Towers that have stood together for a thousand years—they are not only landmarks of this city but also a classical poem written with light and shadow.

Twin Towers Elegance: A Millennium Dialogue of Sun and Moon

Standing in Shan Lake, the Sun and Moon Twin Towers narrate eternal romance separated by just a stretch of water.

· Sun Tower (Bronze Tower): Standing 41 meters tall with 9 floors, it is the tallest bronze tower in the world. When the lights come on, it glows with a noble golden color, symbolizing masculinity and brightness, steady as Mount Tai in the night, radiating brilliance.
· Moon Tower (Glazed Tower): 35 meters high with 7 floors, its body is made of blue glazed material. At night, it is draped in elegant silver-white light, representing femininity and tranquility, reflecting in the lake, cool as frost.

The two precious towers are connected by an 18-meter-long underwater aquarium corridor, creating the exquisite imagery of “Sun and Moon Shining Together.” When the gold and silver colors intertwine on the lake surface, shimmering waves recreate the fairyland Li Bai dreamed of when he saw “Sun and Moon shining on the Golden and Silver Terrace.”

Night Tour Experience: Three Perspectives to Capture the Stunning Twin Towers

Experience Method | Highlights and Feelings
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Boating on the Lake | Look up at the towers from the boat; the towers change posture with the boat’s angle, perfect for capturing the classic water reflections.
Walking Around the Lake | Stroll slowly along the Shan Lake trail, appreciating the towers from different angles, enjoying the pleasant blend of evening breeze and light and shadow.
Climbing the Tower | Ascend to the top floor of the Sun Tower for a 360-degree panoramic view of Guilin’s nightscape, taking in the city’s mountain and water layout.

The best viewing spot is on the south shore of Shan Lake, where you can capture both the golden and silver towers and their reflections in the water in one frame. Many visitors dressed in Hanfu take photos here, creating a moving traditional Chinese-style painting of people and scenery.

Cultural Heritage: More Than Just Beautiful Architectural Treasures

The Sun and Moon Twin Towers carry profound historical significance. There was a Buddhist temple here as early as the Tang Dynasty. The Sun Tower’s underground palace houses the relics of the Tang Dynasty high monk Shakyamuni, regarded as the tower’s treasure. Today, the tower displays many precious Buddhist art pieces, adding cultural depth to this visual feast.

Practical Information

· Lighting Time: Adjusted seasonally, usually from 7:00 PM to 10:00 PM
· Ticket Reference: Free to walk around the lake; tickets required for climbing the tower and boat rides
· Best Time: The “blue hour” half an hour after sunset, when the sky turns deep blue, creating a stunning contrast with the tower lights
· Nearby Attractions: Can be combined with Zhengyang Pedestrian Street and Elephant Trunk Hill scenic area for a planned night tour route

On a cool autumn night, feeling the evening breeze of the Two Rivers and Four Lakes and watching the Sun and Moon Twin Towers cast shimmering reflections on the water, you will understand—this night tour is not just a light show but a journey through a thousand years of Chinese aesthetic experience. Come to Guilin and write your poetic chapter in this dream woven of gold and silver.