Just east of central Guilin, covers with 120 hectares and includes peaks, rivers, caves, gardens and so on. The reason for coming to Guilin is to see the karsts, formed some 200 million years ago when sea submerged the entire region. Several hills within the boundaries of the city itself offer excellent views of the surrounding area.The park was given name for the reasons that the four peaks on Putuo Hill and the three peaks on Crescent Hill that form the main part of the park replicated the pattern of the seven stars in the Ursa Major constellation (Great bear or Big Dipper).

Camel Hill is another attraction of the park. This outcrop looks exactly like a camel resting among the trees. The main entrance to the park is over the Flower Bridge [Hua Qiao], an elegant arched structure dating from the Song Dynasty that crosses the confluence of Xiaodong River[East River] and Lingjian Stream which passes through the park.As you walk into the park you will find Crescent Hill to your right, so named for its crescent-moon shaped rock. A notable feature of this hill is the 200 calligraphy carvings in the caves within it.

   It is said to be the work of important and talented calligraphers of the Tang, Ming and Qing Dynasties. Pavilions, kiosks and towers line the path, each offering excellent views of the Xiaodongjiang River.By choosing the path to the left and heading north you will come to Putuo Hill. Climbing the steps the splendid scenery will come into your eyes.

This is a place for both a living and preaching place and the tortoise intertwined with the snake in this hall is a typical Chinese Taoist symbol. two minutes walking from Putuo Jingshe to Seven Stars Cave. Eroded by water over thousands of years, the cave is a wonderland of stalactites, stone pillars and rock formations resulting from carbonate deposition.

   All year, the temperature within the cave remains at a constant 20 temperature and it is a attraction to the travelers since the Tang Dynasty. However, for all its splendour, the Seven Stars Cave is overshadowed by the awe-inspiring Reed Flute Cave found five kilometres to the northwest of the City. There is an admission charge of 20 Yuan to enter the caves.On leaving Putuo Hill and walking further eastwards into the park Camel Hill is a wow of a sight.

Being so like a camel, as our picture shows, it is hard to believe that it is an entirely natural formation. Near to Camel Hill you will find a zoo, a botanical garden and teahouses.