August is about to pass halfway, and I believe many friends are beginning to think about the Mid-Autumn Festival holiday in September and the National Day holiday in October. No, holiday arrangements are here~ According to the Chinese Government website, the State Council previou

August is about to pass halfway. I believe many friends are beginning to miss the Mid-Autumn Festival holiday in September and the National Day holiday in October. No, holiday arrangements are coming~

According to the Chinese government website, the State Council has previously issued "About some holidays in 2022" Notice of Arrangement.

Mid-Autumn Festival

html There will be a holiday from September 10th to 12th

A total of 3 days

It is worth noting that

will not have a holiday during the Mid-Autumn Festival this year!

National Day, October 1st to 7th will be a three-day holiday.

Although it is not suitable for traveling far away,

there are always some beautiful scenery close at hand in Guangxi.

can meet your travel needs.

Amway wave" Enjoy the beautiful scenery of mountains and lakes, and

is suitable for taking the whole family to spend the holidays together.

In Guangxi, the majestic karst landforms with strange peaks have created many "very challenging" mountain and lake tourist destinations. At the same time, there are also a wave of destinations that are suitable for all ages and are "easy to get and travel at will".

Is there any beautiful place where you can meet up with a few friends and walk away easily, and enjoy a wild and luxurious weekend?

▲ Qingxiu Mountain Coconut Shadows and Blue Sky Picture/Li Xiaochang Photography

Even if you exercise in the morning, take a walk after dinner, you can easily take a stroll and enjoy the comfortable time of the day, quietly enjoy the scenery of the lakes and mountains, and sit and watch the clouds rolling in and out.

There are just such mountains and lakes in the suburbs of cities across Guangxi. They are almost integrated into our daily lives, so familiar that they are even ignored.

But it is the first place that comes to mind when friends from out of town come to visit.

▲Guilin Two Rivers and Four Lakes

"Comfortable, relaxed, parent-child, weekend, daily life, life" are their "keywords", and even the labels we give unconsciously.

We have long been accustomed to their existence, but we are still easily surprised by them. Now, follow the travel guide to check in, easily travel around mountains and lakes, and rediscover the small blessings in life.

01

#青秀山#

The leisurely time in Yongcheng is here

Those who have been to Nanning , if they have not been to Qingxiu Mountain, it seems that they cannot draw a perfect end to this journey.

▲Qingxiu Mountain Picture/Chen Xu Photography

Qingxiu Mountain is also more like a landmark of Nanning. Although there are Fante ASEAN sacred paintings in Nanning and there are green tile houses here, Qingxiu Mountain is still the first choice for people to travel without knowing it.

▲ Mist-covered green hills Photo/Magical-Ze Photography

Located on the bank of Yongjiang River, you can see Dragon Elephant Tower standing high on the green hills from a distance.

▲Both sides of the Yongjiang River Picture/Ling Shuhuai Photography

The surrounding area is busy with traffic and the fast-paced urban scene makes this corner of the green mountain tower look more like an existence from another historical time and space. The quaint greenery adds a touch of historical charm to the city.

▲Qingxiu Mountain Dragon Elephant Tower Picture/Lu Lian Photography

Looking up at the Dragon Elephant Tower, Qingxiu Mountain is lofty, but when you really enter Qingxiu Mountain, you realize that Qingxiu Mountain is kind and daily.

▲The blue sky and white clouds reflect the blue waves.

There are old people walking here, children playing on the lawn, young people taking pictures and checking in in groups, and a family picnicking and camping... Only when you really walk into Qingxiu Mountain can you see that here What it carries is the leisurely time that generations of people will remember. Just one glance at

will make you feel relaxed and comfortable.

▲The yellow flower wind chimes in Qingxiu Mountain Picture/Li Xiaochang Photography

Qingxiu Mountain is beautiful in spring, summer, autumn and winter.

Spring tulips, peach blossoms,orchids,yellow-flowered campanula, bean pears, cherry blossoms, magnolia... are blooming in brilliant colors, and even the National Geographic of China did not hesitate to include them in the list of spring flowers. middle.

Lotuses in summer, chrysanthemums and osmanthus in autumn, and hibiscus in winter. The colors here are rich all year round, and even just a patch of green is still unforgettable.

▲The sea of ​​sunflowers in Qingxiu Mountain Picture/Li Dongyong Photography

Here there are undulating peaks, green trees, clear springs and strange rocks, deep greenery, and many South Asian tropical plants. It is this piece of greenery that creates a unique natural leisure oxygen bar in the city.

▲View of Qingxiu Mountain/Photography by Li Xiaochang

▲Photo of Qingxiu Mountain/Photography by Chen Xu

The moment you walk into Qingxiu Mountain, you can deeply feel the high negative oxygen ions in the fragrance of the grass and trees you breathe in The freshness and comfort brought by is worthy of being called the "green lungs of the city", "emerald green city, phoenix strong rural".

▲Vibrant Qingxiu Mountain Picture/Magical-Ze Photography

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Qingxiu Mountain Scenic Area Location: No. 6-6, Fengling South Road, Qingxiu District, Nanning City, Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region

Qingxiu Mountain Travel Tips

Scenic Area Tickets : Adult 20 yuan / Opening hours: 6:00--23:59 (the operating hours of sightseeing car and small train in the scenic area are 8:00--18:00)

Travel Guide: It is recommended to visit Longxiang Pagoda, Guanyin Temple, International Friendship Garden, Millennium Cycad Garden, Zhuangyuan Spring, etc.

02

#Elephant Trunk Mountain#

Textbook-level landscape aesthetics

Every time I mention the landscape of Guilin, the "Landscape of Guilin" recited in full in the primary school textbook will come to mind. Hai: "I have climbed the majestic Mount Tai, and visited the Fragrant Mountain with its red leaves like fire, but I have never seen the mountains in this area of ​​Guilin..."

▲Fishing on the Li River, a classic scene of Guilin's landscapes Picture/Guilin Two Rivers and Four Lakes·Xiangshan Scenic Area

is located in Guilin city , Elephant Trunk Mountain at the intersection of Taohua River and Li River, Fengyan The geological landscape composed of steep, lush forests and karst landforms has carved out a wonderful and spectacular scene under the dissolution of running water, forming a magnificent picture of "giant elephants drinking water", and also constructing the wonder of "elephant mountains, water, moon" .

▲The mist-covered Elephant Trunk Mountain forms the ultimate aesthetic landscape of Guangxi/Lu Lian Photography

"Elephant Mountain and Moon on the Water" is a wonder of Guilin. It is a huge rock cave formed by the elephant legs and trunks of the Elephant Trunk Mountain, and the river flows through it. Passing through the cave, the silver-white cave looks like a full moon floating on the river.

▲ Night view of Elephant Trunk Mountain

Since the Tang and Song Dynasties, a large number of literati and poets have left their footprints here. People did not hesitate to write poems to praise this beautiful landscape wonder, and were deeply impressed by it.

A scholar from Jibei in the Song Dynasty wrote a poem called "The Rhyme of He Shui Yue Cave", which vividly describes the wonder of "like mountains and water with the moon": "There is a bright moon at the bottom of the water, and a bright moon floating on the water. The moon does not go away when the water flows, but the water still flows after the moon has gone."

▲Elephant Mountain, Water and Moon Picture/Li Xiaochang Photography

Elephant Trunk Mountain is the emblem of Guilin City and is known as the representative of Guilin’s landscape. But at the same time, this is also a familiar and daily place in Guilin.

It is right in the city, within a few steps of walking after get off work, next to the community where you can go for a walk after dinner, and in the city park where you can leave and arrive at any time and enter for free.

▲Sunset at Elephant Trunk Hill

Here, you can climb up to the Chaoyang Pavilion, explore Elephant Eye Rock, view Puxian Pagoda, and walk around Yunfeng Temple. You can take in the wonders of Guilin’s landscape and see the mountains and water. , truly get a textbook-level landscape aesthetic experience.

▲Elephant Trunk Mountain Picture source/Huang Yiying

Elephant Trunk Mountain Location: Within the Xiangshan Scenic Area, Xiangshan South Road, Xiufeng District, Guilin City, Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region

Elephant Trunk Mountain Travel Tips

Opening hours: 7:00--17:30

Travel Guide: In addition to Elephant Trunk Mountain, The scenic spot also has Shuiyue Cave, Love Island, Samantabhadra, Sanhua Wine Cellar and other attractions to visit.

03

#Guipingxishan#

Look at the beauty of half the city and drink a pot of Xishan tea

If there is one activity that people in Guiping, Guigang share a common passion for, it must be mountain climbing.

Go hiking for exercise in the morning, go hiking for a walk after dinner, go hiking for fun on weekends, go hiking for friends gathering... It seems that all daily leisure activities can be completed in mountain climbing.

And this one almost carries the leisure time of Guiping people. The beautiful place that occupies half of the city of Xunzhou is Guiping Xishan.

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▲View of the West Mountain Picture/Li Xiaochang Photography

▲Guiping Xishan Chen Jun/Photo

Guiping Xishan is named after it is located in the west of the city.

Unlike the graceful karst peaks of the Lijiang River in Guilin, the mountains in Guiping have a heavy sense of time and majesty. There are cliffs here, and even more mountains and mountains. The majestic appearance of Xishan lies not only in the rough stone quality of the rocks, but also in the tallness and ancientness of the herbs.

▲Autumn colors in the Western Hills

▲Western Guanyin Rock Picture/Chen Jun

When I first entered the mountain, I was shocked by the tall trees. Even on a scorching summer day, the shade of the trees can bring bursts of coolness. As I walked further up the mountain, I saw vines. The scene of tangled branches and competing trees is like the Yunqi Bamboo Path in Hangzhou or Feilaifeng Road in Lingyin Temple.

▲ Ancient Trees in Xishan Picture/Li Xiaochang

There is a faint aroma of forest trees floating in the air, and you can feel the coolness of the mountains with every breath.

The beauty of Xishan is obvious to all. The "Five Wonders" of Xishan have always been praised by people: beautiful forests, strange rocks, sweet springs, fragrant tea, and holy Buddhas. The so-called sweet spring and tea fragrance refer to Xishan Ruquan and Xishan tea.

The county annals say that the Ruquan in Xishan is as clear and chilly as the Dragon Well in Hangzhou. Xishan Spring is the top quality water for making tea, and Xishan Spring is a perfect match for making Xishan tea. The tea brewed from it has a refreshing aroma and leaves a fragrance on your teeth and cheeks.

▲Picture of tea brewing in Xishan Spring/Li Xiaochang Photography

Halfway up the mountain, you can often see people gathering at the Longhua Temple in the middle of the mountain to make tea from Ruquan. The mountain breeze spreads, and every scene reveals the leisurely life style of the small town of Guiping.

▲Tourists resting and drinking tea by Ruquan Picture/Li Xiaochang Photography

Xishan National Key Scenic Area Location: No. 3, Xishan Road, Guiping City, Guigang City, Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region

Tips for visiting Xishan

Scenic spot ticket: Adult 100 yuan / Opening hours: 4:00--19:00 (stop admission at 16:30)

Tour guide: In addition to visiting Longhua Temple to pray for blessings, the trees and milk springs in Xishan are also unique. The Shenxian Gorge near the top of the mountain has a wide view, overlooking the urban scenery and the lake below the mountain. It is a good place for taking photos.

04

#鱼峰山#

Here you can see the life model of people in Liuzhou

Yufeng Mountain in Liuzhou is also in the city. It stands on the south bank of liujiang. The mountain is not high and does not stretch. It is an independent peak. It looks like a fish jumping out of the water, so Yufeng Mountain is also called "Liyufeng".

▲ Yan Yue’s new photo

Compared with other scenic spots in Longcheng , Dalongtan has its shock, Liujiang has its stunningness, and Liyu Peak seems much more ordinary, but it is precisely this ordinaryness that brings together the dragons. Everything in city life affects people's hearts.

▲Yufeng Mountain is like a fish rising out of the water. Picture/Heart-sinking Hennessy Photography

Here you can see the life examples of Liuzhou people. Grandparents relaxing under the tree and playing with their grandchildren, melodious folk songs coming from nowhere, and old people practicing calligraphy on the ground and playing chess under the tree. After a few steps, you can see people walking leisurely with birds. native.

The leisurely atmosphere is hidden in the breeze among the trees in Yufeng Mountain, making people see a leisurely Dragon City that couldn't be more real.

▲Picture of an old man playing leisurely chess on the mountain/Photography by Li Xiaochang

On Yufeng Mountain, looking northward, you can overlook the entire Dragon City. The river is green and the winding Liujiang River is like a huge embrace, surrounding Liuzhou City. " Hucheng " has a panoramic view.

There are also Qingliangguo, Jade Cave, Pangu Cave, Chunyang Cave, Yinfeng Cave, Katsy Rock, Sanjie Cave and other caves in the mountain, which are connected with each other. There are many inscriptions left by literati from past dynasties, recording the History has praised Dragon City for thousands of years.

▲ Engraving on the stone wall Picture/Li Xiaochang Photography

There is also a clear water called "Xiaolongtan" at the foot of the southeastern mountain of Yufeng Mountain. The water in the pool is sweet and refreshing, and there are countless fish swimming in it. Liu Zongyuan in the Tang Dynasty called it "Lingquan", Lu Yu called it "Garden Spring" in his "Tea Classic", and it was listed as one of the famous springs in the world.

There are luxuriant flowers and trees beside the pond, with a Fish-Yong Pavilion to the north and a Half-Moon Corridor to the east. Watch the reflection of Yufeng Mountain on the corridor, and the reflection of the pond and peaks, like a giant carp leaping on the surface of the pond, similar in shape and spirit. It is called "Nantan Fish Leaping" and is the first of the eight ancient scenic spots in Liuzhou.

▲ Yufeng Mountain is lined with green trees and the scenery is pleasant and fresh. Picture/Li Xiaochang Photography

Regarding Yufeng Mountain, the most widely circulated story is the story of the singing fairy Liu Sanjie . According to the legend, Yufeng Mountain and Xiaolongtan are where Liu Sanjie spread her songs and became an immortal. place.

Therefore, every year on March 3rd, a sea of ​​songs forms under the Liyu Peak, and people from Liuzhou gather here. The continuous mountain singing continues, and the singing lingers around the Liyu Peak. It is also a grand cultural and folk landscape.

▲The statue and stone tablet of Liu Sanjie on Yufeng Mountain Photo/Li Xiaochang Photography

Liyufeng Scenic Area Location: Pingshan Avenue, Yufeng District, Liuzhou City, Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region

Tips for visiting Yufeng Mountain

Opening hours: 8:00--18:00 (recommended play time is 1-2 hours)

Play Guide : From the top of Yufeng Mountain, you can overlook the whole city of Liuzhou. In Chunyang Cave, there are mosaics dating from the Yuan, Ming and Qing Dynasties. There are more than 240 cliff carvings

05

#二江四湖#

Entering the ancient Guilin city from here

If you have seen the landscape of Guilin, but have not seen the night of Two Rivers and Four Lakes, it must be a very regretful thing.

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Guilin's "Two Rivers and Four Lakes" are the river sections where the Li River and the Taohua River meet in the urban area of ​​Guilin and the inner city lakes Mulong Lake , Gui Lake , Rong Lake, Shan Lake . It has been around since the Song Dynasty. The trend of water tourism was formed, with boats crisscrossing the river and tourists everywhere, and it flourished for a while.

▲Ronghu

Different from the picturesque Lijiang River, every plant, tree, water and stone in the "Two Rivers and Four Lakes" embodies the profound historical heritage of Guilin. Walking there, it feels like you have entered that ancient city in one second. The ancient Guilin city.

▲Longyou Twin Towers Picture/Zhou Guangzhong Photography

Mulong Lake is full of the charm of the gardens of the Song Dynasty. The ancient Song Dynasty City, the Wooden Dragon Pagoda, the fish shadow of the shallow bridge, and the Tinghe Pavilion are well-located. At night, under the illumination of lights, it feels like traveling through thousands of years of history, returning to the distant Song Dynasty and experiencing the ancient humanistic customs.

▲Ronghu Lake is picturesque at night Picture/Wang Fang Photography

The water of Guihu Lake is clear and blue, with strange peaks and rocks, famous bridges and rocks reflected in the water, setting off each other, which is very interesting. Rong Lake and Shan Lake are bounded by Yangqiao . Since the Qing Dynasty, rich gentry and famous people have been living in cottages by the lake. The existing ones include Li Zongren's official residence and Bai Chongxi's Guilu.

▲Autumn Colors of Guihu Lake/Lin Feng Photography

The famous Sun and Moon Twin Pagodas are located in the center of Shanhu Lake. The Sun Pagoda is a copper tower with towers, tile surfaces, corners, door arches, sparrows, doors, windows, columns and beams. It is made of steel and decorated with exquisite copper murals. The moon tower is a glazed tower.

▲Picture/One meter network cable

At night, the two towers emit brilliant light in the lake, one gold and one silver, one high and one low. They are quiet, beautiful and solemn. Under the rendering of the light, they match the reflection of the lake, the green trees beside the lake, The flickering light and shadow form a wonderful night picture.

Take a night tour of two rivers and four lakes. Along the river, you can also enjoy performances with ethnic customs and regional characteristics. Occasionally, there are Gui Lake fishing fire, osprey fishing, lanterns exhibitions, which are very lively.

Two rivers and four lakes form a circle, enclosing the most beautiful scenery in the center of Guilin. Whether foreign tourists come to take a boat trip on the lake or local Guilin people take a daily walk, it is a value-for-money sightseeing experience.

▲Two rivers and four lakes at night Picture/Guilin Two Rivers and Four Lakes·Xiangshan Scenic Area

Guilin Two Rivers and Four Lakes Scenic Area Location: East of the intersection of Cangsong Road and Ximen Bridge, Xiufeng District, Guilin City, Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region

Two Rivers and Four Lakes Travel Tips

Scenic Area Tickets: Free to visit the scenic area, cruise ship is additional There is a fee, and boat tickets can be booked on the official website

Opening hours: Open all day

Travel guide: Recommended to take a boat Night tour, you can enjoy the night view of Guilin from multiple angles, and you can also watch wonderful performances

06

#Haokun Lake#

A fairy resort worthy of being kept to yourself

At the first sight of Baise Lingyun Haokun Lake, no one is not attracted by its beauty Stunning.

The lake is as green as a jasper jade, reflecting the lush green mountains on both sides. The karst peaks stretch away, and the mountains and rivers set off the scenery, just like a replica of Guilin's landscape. But you clearly know that this is not Guilin, but the unique Lingyun Haokun Lake.

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The Chengbi River water system is surrounded by karst green mountains here, forming a Haokun Lake surrounded by lakes and mountains. If there was an entrance to the Yaochi Heavenly Palace in the world, it would probably be right here.

A single peak stands in the lake, and small islands are exposed. Occasionally there are people living on the mountains surrounding the lake. They are accompanied by beautiful scenery every day. When you go out, you will see the screaming lake and mountain scenery, an enviable little peachland of mountains and rivers.

▲Island and cruise ship Picture/Picture Chong Creative@二捌点

▲The karst landforms around Haokun Lake Picture/Picture Chong Creative@黄永佳

When you come to Haokun Lake, taking a boat trip on the lake is the most recommended way to play.

The vast surface of the lake reflects the white clouds. Some of the small islands on the lake are covered with grass, some are thick with bamboo forests, and some still retain local houses.

It's clearly a flat lake, but you can always change the scenery as you move. I wonder what kind of surprises I will experience in the next place.

▲ Picture source @Singing_雷

When visiting Haokun Lake, you will occasionally feel that you have strayed into Namtso . Occasionally, when surrounded by strange peaks, you will feel the atmosphere of the Little Three Gorges.

▲Haokun Lake also has the majestic picture of the Little Three Gorges/Picture Chong Creative@Liu Maosheng

Haokun Lake was also called East Lake in ancient times. People often said, "If you come to East Lake, why visit West Lake?" But in fact, compared with tourists like The woven West Lake and Haokun Lake appear to be otherworldly and authentic precisely because they are hidden in the mountains with few tourists. When

comes here, even time slows down.

▲ Haokun Lake Yuxian Pavilion

There are many B&Bs by the lake. They are built near the lake. Urbanites who have been in cages for a long time may wish to choose a weekend to pause the fast-paced life, even if they sit quietly Standing by the window, watching the light, shadow, clouds and mist constantly changing, sitting on the lake and mountains, having a panoramic view of all four seasons, your mind also feels strangely calm.

▲Haokun Lake Accommodation Picture source @Singing_lei

▲Haokun Lake night view Picture source @La Provence cute sauce

Lingyun Haokun Lake National Wetland Park Location: Haokun Village, Lingzhan Yao Township, Lingyun County, Baise City, Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region

Tips for visiting Haokun Lake

Scenic spot tickets: 48 yuan for adults (excluding cruise ships)

Opening hours: 8:30--17:30 (recommended tour time is 2-3 hours)

Travel Guide: Recommended to take a boat Tour, surrounded by mountains, feel the wonders of nature

07

#九灵湖#

Find the feeling of returning to nature here

From Guigang, you can reach Jiuling Lake in less than 1.5 hours. Hidden here in Hanping Village in Qintang District, Guigang, it is crystal clear and has majestic blue waves. The temperature of the lake water remains between 16~20℃ all year round, and the natural conditions are unique.

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Jiuling Lake is surrounded by mountains. On the west and south sides of the lake, there are majestic and majestic stone mountains. The lakes and mountains set off each other, presenting different landscapes in different seasons.

▲Overlooking Jiuling Lake Picture/Zhang Qingjie Photography

The broad lake surface is as level as a mirror, and this place is called "the Maldives of Guigang people". There is an island in the middle of the lake covering an area of ​​nearly one acre. There is a Jiulong Pavilion built on the island. When you go boating to the middle of the lake, you can take a rest here. Looking around, you can have a panoramic view of Jiuling scenery.

▲ Picture of the Kowloon Pavilion in the Sunset Pavilion/Photography by Zhang Qingjie

Watching the moon and the sunset on the Kowloon Pavilion is a wonderful experience. At sunset, sit leaning on the pavilion and look up into the distance. Tianping Mountain is looming in the distance. , the Chang Geng star hangs in the sky, forming a beautiful sunset with the green mountains far and near.

Whenever the bright moon is in the sky, the sky is as clear as water, the Linghu Lake is like a silver plate, the water and sky are the same color, and the stars and moon shine over each other, it will be a wonderful summer experience if we go camping again.

▲ Jiuling Lake Returning from Fishing at Night / Zhang Qingjie Photography

Jiuling Lake is also a good place to enjoy lotuses in Guigang in summer. Every summer, lotus flowers bloom in the lake, green leaves are stacked, the sky is reflected in the clear water, and swimming fish play in the lotus leaves. In the meantime, the birds on the lake are frightened by the hibiscus, which is another beautiful scenery of the Dutch city.

▲ Jiuling Lake Tourist Section Photographed by Wei Xiong

Hidden among the mountains in the southeast of Guigang, Jiuling Lake is like a piece of hidden emerald, blooming in the rolling and vast mountains. beautiful. Whether you are boating on the lake or hiking on the mountain to watch the water, you can feel a sense of returning to nature.

▲Jiuling Lake Tourist Area Pinghu Autumn Colors Li Chenglun/photo

▲Jiuling Lake Picture/Qin Changjia

Jiuling Lake Tourist Scenic Area Location: West of Shika Town, Qintang District, Guigang City, Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region

Jiuling Lake Tour Tips

Opening hours: Open all day, details Please refer to the public notice of the scenic spot.

Tour guide: Take a boat to the "Jiulong Pavilion" on the island in the center of the lake. You can see Tianping Mountain and admiring the moon in the pavilion is also a unique artistic conception.

Of course, there are more mountain lakes in Guangxi that can be easily visited.

Guilin's Diecai Mountain , Duxiu Peak also have beautiful scenery, Liuzhou's Dalongtan, Baise 's Bicheng Lake , Fuchuan 's Shenxian Lake, Pubei 's Yuezhou Tianhu... All have their own unique beauty.

On a weekend with fine weather, bring your family, make an appointment with friends, and set off easily. You will have a happy vacation and not miss any of the small pleasures in life.

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