West Street in Yangshuo is the oldest and most bustling street in Yangshuo County, Guilin City, Guangxi Province, and one of the core landmarks of Yangshuo tourism. It is not only a gathering place for tourists to eat, stay, tour, and shop, but also a unique community that blends ancient Chinese culture with diverse Western cultures, hence it is also known as "Foreigners' Street".
A Blend of Chinese and Western Cultures
This is the most unique charm of West Street. Here, next to a local grandmother selling Guilin rice noodles and glutinous rice cakes, you might find an authentic Italian pizzeria or an Irish pub.
You'll see foreigners in casual clothes haggling with local vendors in fluent Chinese, and Chinese tourists leisurely sipping espresso in cafes.
The streets are adorned with numerous signs in foreign languages, and many shop owners can communicate in basic English.
Stone Pavements and Guibei Residences
West Street still retains its original bluestone paved roads, polished smooth and shiny by hundreds of years of footsteps and rain.
The buildings on both sides are mostly in the traditional Guibei style, with white walls, blue tiles, sloping roofs, and wooden lattice windows. Although the ground floors are mostly shops, the overall appearance is well-preserved.
A Vibrant Nightlife
West Street is relatively quiet during the day, but at night, it transforms into a bustling, brightly lit street.
Bar Culture: West Street boasts bars of all styles, from lively rock bars to quiet folk music venues. Many people come to Yangshuo specifically to enjoy a drink and soak up the atmosphere in one of West Street's bars at night.
Night Market: In the evenings, numerous food stalls and handicraft vendors appear.
Food:
Yangshuo Beer Fish: This is Yangshuo's signature dish, available in almost every restaurant. Made with fresh carp or swordfish from the Li River, cooked with local beer and tomatoes, the fish is tender and the broth is rich.
Guilin Rice Noodles: A local favorite for breakfast and quick meals.
Stuffed Snails and Pomelo: Yangshuo's signature "Eighteen Stuffed Dishes" series.
Western Food: Thanks to the tradition of "Foreigners' Street," the Western food here is generally of high quality, with authentic pizzas, steaks, and pasta.
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Voltage and socket
The standard voltage in China is 220V. The commonly used socket shape is as shown in the picture. Most luxury hotel rooms are equipped with universal sockets, and tourists can also rent socket adapters at the hotel front desk.
Make a phone call
When a foreign mobile phone dials a Chinese fixed-line phone in China, it is necessary to dial the China area code (+86) and the city area code (e.g. Beijing +10) before the fixed-line phone number to be dialed.
When a foreign mobile phone dials a Chinese mobile number, it is necessary to dial the Chinese area code (+86) before the mobile number of the person being called.
Emergency call:
Call the police: 110
Fire emergency: 119
Traffic police: 122
Emergency: 120
Purchase a SIM card for a Chinese mobile phone
At major airports serving as ports of entry in China, there are designated counters for communication service providers, such as China Mobile and China Unicom. Foreign tourists can purchase SIM cards for Chinese mobile phones simply by presenting their passports.
Traffic safety tips
In China, all vehicles drive on the right side of the road, and both drivers and passengers must wear seat belts.
Health and medical tips
It is recommended to bring along commonly used medications (such as painkillers or gastrointestinal medications). If you need to take prescribed medication for an extended period, it is advisable to prepare sufficient quantities before departure and carry along doctor's certification documents, medical records, etc.
It is recommended to visit the international medical department of a general hospital or a foreign-funded hospital for treatment, as they generally provide medical services in English.
It is recommended to purchase relevant insurance before departure, and properly keep diagnosis certificates, outpatient medical records, fee lists, prescriptions, invoices, etc.
Cultural taboo
China is a multi-ethnic country, and there are significant differences in customs and habits among various ethnic groups. Especially when traveling in ethnic minority areas, it is important to pay attention to cultural taboos, such as taking off shoes when entering a Dai bamboo house, avoiding pork in Hui restaurants, and treating Buddhist statues, scriptures, and beads as sacred objects that must not be touched. It is recommended to listen carefully to the pre-trip introduction provided by the accompanying personnel and respect local culture and customs.
