The wind howls and the Yi River is cold

It's not that Guilin is not worth visiting, but Yi Lake offers better value for money. Had I known there was such a beautiful place in Baoding, I wouldn't have bothered with Guilin. Yi Lake is actually the Anguo Zhuang Reservoir, which became a scenic area over 20 years ago after Hong Kong director John Woo shot the movie 'Red Cliff' there. It is historically famous for the story of 'Jing Ke's assassination attempt on the King of Qin', leaving behind the eternal masterpiece verse 'The wind howls and the Yi River is cold', hence the name Yi Lake. The surrounding mountains are steep, the air is clean, and the trees are lush, earning it the nickname 'Northern Guilin'. Here you can enjoy boating, fishing, and sightseeing by boat. Those who like self-driving tours must experience the scenic driving corridor, and cycling enthusiasts should also take a ride around the lake's scenic corridor, which is truly exhilarating. The moment you enter the scenic area, you'll find that every cloth and scene is surrounded by green mountains, making the clear water very suitable for taking family and friends on a trip. 'Journey to the West' and 'Red Cliff' were both filmed here, and it is also known as 'Northern Guilin'. The water quality of Yi Lake Scenic Area is clear and pure, and you must take a boat from Jinpo Dock. Sitting on the boat, looking at the beautiful lake, and feeling the cool autumn breeze, your mood will be incredibly uplifted. The mountains here are not high, and you can hike up while enjoying the beautiful scenery. A must-visit spot is the popular new type of cave, which will make your photos instantly popular on social media. There is also a 3100-meter-long viewing plank road, winding and twisting, surrounded by mountains on all sides, with pleasant scenery, allowing you to deeply appreciate the natural wonders!