Matador’s Friday Photo: Reed Flute Cave, Guilin, China

01/22/10

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Every Friday, we show off Matador members’ photos.

“This was taken at the Reed Flute Cave just north of Guilin, China. The naturally formed cave got its name from the verdant reeds growing at its mouth, which are used to make flutes. This shot was taken from a beautifully lit reflective pool in the heart of the cave.”

Photo: McLendon Garrett

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Tagged under: China, Guilin, Photography

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Julie Schwietert is the managing editor of Matador Network. She contributed a chapter to the recently published book, The Voluntary Traveler, and is currently working on five features for Fodor's Puerto Rico, 6th Edition.

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Marissa replied on January 22, 2010

That’s gorgeous. It looks straight out of The Dark Crystal (nerd alert).
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Hal Amen replied on January 22, 2010

Stunning!
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Worldwide Travel Ideas replied on January 23, 2010

That is a fantastic photo! Everyone knows Guilin for the “Gumdrop Mountains” above ground, and photos like this will inspire people to look further afield while in the area. Nice!
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Christine replied on January 24, 2010

Wow. That’s all that needs to be said.
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Ethan replied on May 8, 2010

This is a great photo, but the cave itself is quite disappointing. The cave is completely illuminated by neon lights, which has dried up and killed the ecosystem inside. Very tragic.
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Travel replied on June 7, 2010

Solitary Beauty Peak – Mansion of Prince Jingjiang – it’s very beautiful;
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