The Impression Liu Sanjie Show: Facts and Tips

Performing on the stunning Li River in Yangshuo, Impression Liu Sanjie is a large natural show that’s performed at night. Directed by Zhang Yimou, the large-scale Guilin landscape performance emphasizes both artistic expressions and environmental protection, and the whole project is integrated with nature.

yinxiang Impression Liu Sanjie Show

Top Facts about the Impression Liu Sanjie Show

Impression Liu Sanjie was directed by a famous Chinese director named Zhang Yimou. It is not only a local show incorporating lighting displays but it is also a representation of Guilin’s culture. Below are the top facts you should know about the Impression Liu Sanjie show.

No Professional Actors

Different from other shows, there are no professional actors taking part in this performance. Six hundred locals, who all live in Yangshuo, perform together in this authentic and original local art show. The farmers, fishermen, and young girls are all from Yangshuo. They love their hometown very much and want to display the most beautiful side of it to you.

The Story about Liu Sanjie That’s Behind the Show

According to a local legend, Liu Sanjie was like a beautiful fairy who could sing touching songs. There are plenty of stories about her and the most famous one is her love story. Liu Sanjie was a beautiful and charming woman who was very famous in the local area. In order to win her love, a warlord kidnapped her because she didn't like him and had rejected him. Her lover, a local farmer, tried his best to free her and, when he did, they lived happily ever after.

yinxiang The actresses of Liu Sanjie

Impression Liu Sanjie and Guilin’s Landscape

In 1961, a film named Liu Sanjie displayed the beautiful landscape of Guilin and the local folk songs. Since then, generations of Chinese people have dreamed of visiting Guilin's mountains and rivers, to follow the story of Liu Sanjie, and to hear the local folk songs. Impression Liu Sanjie is based on the classic story about Liu Sanjie and is combined with Guilin’s landscape. It's not only a unique artistic and visual show but is a revolutionary performance.

yinxiang The audience seats

A Natural Stage and Live Action Performances

The vast sky, the gentle Li River, and 12 mountains form the background for this performance. It's the largest landscape stage available to show off the local culture and customs. The various mountains hidden in the mist, all kinds of reflections mirrored in the water, slight rainfall decorating the natural scene, and a cool breeze will gently affect you as you watch the performance. Every show is based on the climate — for example, performances on sunny days are different from rainy days, and winter performances are different from summer ones. It's very enjoyable to admire this splendid nighttime performance.

yinxiang The natural stage

The Most Important Factor — Lights

As a landscape performance, lights are the most important way to display this incredibly realistic stage. In order to show the most dreamlike vision, Impression Liu Sanjie makes use of the largest environmental art lighting available in China and a unique smoke effect. Travelers watching the show for the first time enjoy experiencing the beauty, softness, and mystery of it under the colorful lights. For others, Impression Liu Sanjie is more like a cool light show that is based on a spectacular stage. It's a special way to admire Guilin’s landscape.

yinxiang Impression Liu Sanjie

Travel Tips

  • Location: the Li River, Guilin, Yangshuo County, Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region (Guangxi Province)
  • Visiting duration: 1 to 2 hours
  • Opening times: The first show at 8pm-9:10pm; The second show at 9:40pm-10:50pm
  • Entrance price:
  1. 268 yuan (42 USD) for ordinary B2 ticket
  2. 368 yuan (58 USD) for ordinary B1 ticket
  3. 628 yuan (98 USD) for VIP A2 ticket
  4. 828 yuan (129 USD) for VIP A1 ticket
  • How to get there?
  • You can take a battery electric car. It takes about 5–10 minutes and costs 15 yuan (3 USD).
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