Lingchuan Travel Recommendations for 2024 (Updated in Apr)

When you come to Yangshuo, you must first visit Xingping Ancient Town, it's really beautiful|||

|||. When you come to Yangshuo, you must first visit Xingping Ancient Town, it's really beautiful|||❤️ Before going to Yangshuo, it is recommended to visit Xingping Ancient Town to tour the Li River. Boating on the green waves, as if you are in a painting, this feeling is too wonderful! I have organized some strategies for bamboo rafting on the Li River and in Yangshuo, 🉑 for reference! 📍Tour route: Xingping Ancient Town→Li River Bamboo Raft→Yulong River Bamboo Raft→Ten-Mile Gallery ✅️Attraction Strategies 📍Xingping Ancient Town: After exiting Yangshuo high-speed train station, buy a bus ticket to Xingping Ancient Town on the left-hand side, 5 yuan per person, the journey takes 15 minutes. In Xingping Ancient Town, you can rent an electric scooter to go to the 20 yuan photo spot + the old man's internet-famous photo spot, you can go down to the riverside to take pictures, and pose with the fisherman grandpa, 20r 📍Li River Electric Bamboo Raft: The electric bamboo raft seats 4 people, you can share a raft, and tickets can be bought at any pier ticket office, there are three routes for the electric bamboo raft Route 1⃣: Zhaoqingshan Pier→Mashan Pier Ticket + bamboo raft 120r, round trip about 50min. This route offers the essence of the Li River: the 20 yuan background and Nine Horses Painting Mountain. You can walk or take a 30r sightseeing car to Zhaoqingshan Pier Route 2⃣: Zhaoqingshan Pier→Yangdi Pier There are both one-way and round-trip options, one-way takes about 90min, 225r. It includes the 20 yuan background, Nine Horses Painting Mountain, Shanshui Peak, Carp Hanging on the Wall, Eight Immortals Crossing the Sea, etc. This segment is often crowded with tour groups, long in duration, and can lead to aesthetic fatigue, plus the electric noise and smell of oil, making the experience just average Route 3⃣: Mashan Pier→Yangdi Pier One-way takes about 50min, round trip about 80min, 120r. This segment only has the Nine Horses Painting Mountain as a scenic spot 📍Yulong River Bamboo Raft: Manually operated bamboo raft, you can go over dams, comfortable and thrilling, four essence routes: Route 1⃣: Jimamato Pier→Gongnong Bridge Pier (320r) Double raft, one-way takes about 90min, 9 dams, two sections of scenery, mountains + bamboo forest Route 2⃣: Fuli Bridge→Sanchakou (358r) There are double, triple, and quadruple rafts, round trip about 40min. This segment is a bit far from the county town, quite stable, suitable for families with children and elderly Route 3⃣: Jinlong Bridge Pier→Old County Comprehensive Pier (320r) Double raft, one-way takes about 90min, 9 dams, large drop, suitable for friends who like thrills Route 4⃣: Shui'edi Pier→Gongnong Bridge Pier (200r) Double raft, one-way takes about 40min, there are 4 dams, the scenery is good, this route is quite popular, not too long or too short, and the dam crossing is also enough 📍Ten-Mile Gallery: After taking the bamboo raft from the old county, ride an electric scooter along the Ten-Mile Gallery. Follow the route: Old County Pier→Shuangliuyi Pavilion→navigate to Liangsu, there is an internet-famous dam, the scenery is beautiful and photogenic→Haruki Murakami→Yulong River Swing→Yulong Shuiyun→Gongnong Bridge Sunset ❤️This is 🦌 Shang Dou Dou, a person who loves to eat, play, and share! Join me in exploring the fun of food and attractions!

Guilin 'Miss You So Much'

Tan Jianci and Zhou Ye starred in 'Miss You So Much', a modern drama, is not only a treasure trove of food, but also a promotional film for the landscape of Guilin. While watching their sweet love story, everyone can appreciate the charm of Guilin's landscape. The reputation of Guilin's landscape has been long-standing. Everyone seems to be sitting on a boat with the young actors in the drama, touring the thousands of mountains and rivers of the Lijiang River, feeling the perfect combination of ancient rhyme and modernity. Along the way, there are many strange peaks, the Ten Mile Gallery, Liu Sanjie Park, Yulong River, Elephant Trunk Mountain, etc., each place is a beautiful scroll. The scene where Zhou Ye appeared in the terraced fields in ethnic costumes is even more eye-catching.

Four-day travel guide to Guilin Li River

If you plan to tour Guilin Li River in Guangxi, here is a four-day travel guide for your reference: Day 1: - Morning: After arriving in Guilin, you can arrange to check into the hotel first, then go to the Li River pier to take a cruise to start the tour of the Li River scenic area. The Li River is a famous scenic spot, known for its 'picturesque' reputation. - Afternoon: Enjoy the charming landscape on both sides of the Li River on the cruise, visit the Elephant Trunk Hill scenic area Elephant Trunk Hill, Fubo Hill, Nine Horses Painting Hill and other attractions. The mountains, caves, waterfalls and other natural scenery around the Li River are intoxicating. Arrive in Yangshuo in the evening and check into the hotel. Day 2: - Morning: In Yangshuo, you can rent a bicycle or join a cycling team, and tour along the country roads or riverside. You can visit the famous Moon Hill, Big Banyan Tree and other attractions in Yangshuo, and spend a leisurely morning wandering along the Li River. - Afternoon: Return to Yangshuo ancient town, visit West Street and Ten-Mile Gallery. West Street is the streets and alleys of Yangshuo, a vibrant place with a variety of snacks, bars and shops. The Ten-Mile Gallery is a landscape gallery along the Li River, where you can enjoy the magnificent landscape. Day 3: - Morning: Return to Guilin, visit the attractions in Guilin city. You can visit Elephant Hill Park, Diecai Hill, Li River Cave, etc., and enjoy the landscape of Guilin city. - Afternoon: Visit museums or historical sites in Guilin city, such as Li River Academy, Yangshuo County Museum, etc. You can also shop in the city, buy some Guilin specialties and souvenirs. - Evening: You can taste local specialties in Guilin city, try Guilin rice noodles, snail noodles, etc. Day 4: - Morning: Go to the Longji Terraces near the Li River, which is a world-famous terraced scenic area, where you can enjoy the magnificent natural landscape. You can choose to walk through the terraces and feel their grandeur and layering. - Afternoon: End the trip and prepare to leave Guilin. You can choose to buy some local specialties and souvenirs in Guilin city as a souvenir of the trip. The above is a four-day travel guide to Guilin Li River, you can make reasonable arrangements according to your own time and interest. I hope you have a pleasant journey in Guilin Li River!

Nature's Masterpiece

The Karst Mountain Scenic Spot in Guilin is a natural wonder that will leave you in awe of the power and beauty of nature. The area is characterized by its towering limestone peaks and hills, which create a stunning landscape that has been compared to a fairy-tale world. Exploring the Karst Mountain Scenic Spot is an adventure in itself, with winding paths and trails that lead you through caves, hidden streams, and lush vegetation. The scenery is absolutely breathtaking, and it's easy to see why the area has been a source of inspiration for artists and poets for centuries. In addition to the natural beauty of the area, there are also several man-made attractions, such as pagodas, temples, and bridges, that add to the overall experience. The scenic spot is well-maintained and easy to navigate, with plenty of opportunities for hiking, photography, and sightseeing. Overall, the Karst Mountain Scenic Spot in Guilin is a must-visit attraction for anyone traveling to the region. It's a perfect place to connect with nature and marvel at the incredible beauty of the Karst Mountains, which are truly one of nature's most stunning masterpieces.

20 kilometres southeast of Guilin lies a tranquil little ancient town: Daxu. It sits on the bank of the Li River, and it’s main alley stretches to at least 2.5km long. Along the stretch of the Main Street is a stunning array of historic architecture, including this stunning carving of a dragon wrapping itself round a pillar of the Longevity Temple.⠀ The main street of Daxu Ancient Town runs parallel to the river, and is lined with bright red lanterns and tables filled with little trinkets, second hand antiques, colourful handmade clothes and local treats!⠀ ⠀ Walk further down and you’ll witness local life at its finest: chickens roaming free, the elderly reclining as they watch tv and parents cooking hearty homestyle meals for their children. 📍Daxu Ancient Town, China⠀ #leaveyourmark

Nice place to go to when you are in Guilin. Check out the old place, old houses, old streets but combined with lots of stores... #awesomepic #guilin #instagramworthydestinations #exploreguilin #daweiancienttown

The Riverview Hotel or Ancient Town Jiang Jing Hotel. An awesome place to stay in Guilin where you can see the river and a view of the mountains. Dawei Ancient Town is just a walking distance from this hotel. #guilin #instagramworthydestinations #awesomepic #unforgettableexperiences #exploreguilin #liriver #ancienttowns #riverviewhotel #ancienttownjiangjinghotel

📍大圩古镇, Guilin 大圩古镇 or Dawei Ancient Town is basically an ancient town in Guilin and also one of tourist attractions in Guilin. When i came here, it was packed with many tourists, that was why i didn’t take so many pictures of myself. ps: that wasn’t me, i helped my friend to take a pict of her. #givethanks #givethanks

#instagramworthydestinations #guilin #awesomepic #exploreguilin #forest #waterfalls

Guilin | A millennium-old town accessible for free

A millennium-old town accessible for free. If you come to Guilin and prefer a quiet place over the bustling city center, just half an hour away, you can experience this tranquil ancient town—Daxu, established in the year 200 AD, reaching its peak during the Northern Song Dynasty. 🌳Wandering through the ancient town filled with history and culture, stepping on the bluestone paths, you'll find stinky tofu, grilled fish, cold noodles, and osmanthus cakes in the street shops. Not far away, at the dock by the Li River, you can watch the sunset, and with the town's ink-painting-like surroundings, it feels like walking into a painting step by step 📍 Navigation location: Daxu Ancient Town, Lingchuan County 🎟 Free admission, open all day 🚌 Direct access by Bus No. 306 ✨✨✨✨✨✨ 🎉Recommended activities 🌿Take a ferry to Maozhou Island (round trip 10 yuan), experience the rural fun 🌿Take a bamboo raft on the Li River to appreciate the landscape of Guilin 🌿Camp by the river 🎈Nearby attractions 1⃣ Shangqiao Village Guandi Temple 2⃣ Gudong Waterfall Scenic Area 3⃣ Xiaoyao Lake Scenic Area TiP I've been there many times, the local chili sauce is the most worth buying Also, I don't really recommend the rice noodles, they are not as good as those in the city area

Guilin travel 4 days 3 nights dry goods must-have guide hurry up and bookmark

❄️Spring Festival plan to come to Guilin to play friends look 👀 over here! Hope this guide can help everyone~ 🥳Say goodbye to the crowded peak season and take advantage of the current departure to Guilin to feel the mountains, the water, and the beauty here..... . ⭕About transportation ✅Is it better to go to Guilin first or Yangshuo first❓ This actually depends on what kind of major transportation you choose to come to Guilin, whether it is ✈️airplane or 🚄high-speed rail. ✅If you choose ✈️airplane, then 📍Guilin Airport is closer to Guilin city. ✅If it is high-speed rail, then the three high-speed rail stations in Guilin are closer to the city, while Yangshuo station is closer to Yangshuo. . 🔥Avoid pits in the scenic spot 1⃣️Don't believe the scalpers outside the scenic area, don't buy scalper tickets, so as not to be pitted 🐮 2⃣️Ten-mile Gallery rent electric cars must compare three, there will definitely be a relatively cheap one 🛵 3⃣️Yulong River rafting peak season really a lot of people, must remember to make an appointment in advance, otherwise you have to wait a long time 🚣‍♀️ 4⃣️Go to Yulong River to take a bamboo raft rafting, be sure to wear waterproof shoe covers, after all, the bamboo raft has to pass through the dam, will splash water 👡💦 5⃣️Don't believe anyone who says they will take pictures for you for free during the Yulong River rafting process, some will print them out and force you to buy them at a high price, be careful~ 📸 . 📝Spring Festival Guilin 4 days 3 nights Day ❶: Arrival→Pick up station/air→Guilin→Check in hotel→Free activity Day ❷: Ancient East Waterfall Scenic Area→Jingjiang Prince's Mansion·Duxiu Peak→Night View (Night Four Lakes Tour) Day ❸: Xingping Cruise→Xingping Ancient Town→20 yuan RMB background→Ten-mile Gallery→Yinziyan→Yangshuo West Street Day ❹: Yulong River bamboo raft rafting→Elephant Trunk Hill→Osmanthus Public Society→Send station/air→Return home🏡 ✨tips: Guilin attractions are relatively scattered, the first time to go to the treasure children suggest you follow a local group 👭all-inclusive, you only need to bring your luggage to Guilin is ok, the whole process of pick-up station ✈️travel is not tiring

Gu Dong

Located in Gu Dong Village, Da Wei Town, Guilin, Guangxi, the waterfall is the only one in the country that can be climbed. The suspension bridge is the longest one in Guangxi. Walking on the bridge gives you the feeling of strolling in the clouds. Every late autumn, the forest here is dyed in layers, and the red maple leaves are continuous and the scenery is magnificent. The once-a-year grand scene has arrived.

Global Autumn Pursuit | Ginkgo Viewing in Guilin Ocean Village

🌟 Highlight Features: The Ocean Village has a vast expanse of ginkgo trees, which are scattered across fields, rural courtyards, stream banks, and wherever there are people, there are ginkgo forests. In late autumn and early winter, the ginkgo leaves turn golden yellow. When the autumn breeze blows, the golden leaves flutter down, covering the ground like scattered gold and silver. ❤ Recommended Reason: There is an ancient village area with earthen brick and tile houses, old houses, and the colors complement the yellow of the ginkgo, making it very photogenic. It's suitable for photography, whether it's portraits or landscapes, both are quite nice. 👍 Most Recommended: Walking along the main road into the depths of the village, you will find an ancient ancestral hall with white walls and black tiles. In front of the hall, there is an ancient well and a small square. This is the most photogenic spot. It is recommended to wear traditional costumes, sit by the well or under the tree, and look up into the distance for a more natural feel. 📍 Detailed Address: Lingchuan County, Guilin City, Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region 🕙 Business Hours: 08:00-18:00 (all year round) 🚉 Transportation Strategy: Take bus No. 9 or 16 to Sanlidian Station (transfer to a minibus or shuttle bus to Ocean Village or Gaoshang Town) 💰 Ticket Price: 10 yuan 📝tips: In addition to its landscapes, Guilin also has such outdoor paradises, which are very suitable for checking in.

Guangxi·Haiyang Township｜The thousand-year-old ginkgo is dressed in gold, and the poetic forest is dyed

Haiyang Township Has the reputation of "China's No.1 Ginkgo Township" Every autumn The swaying ginkgo leaves slowly turn yellow Turn it into a golden fairy tale world Yellow leaves are flying, stunningly beautiful～ In this golden ginkgo forest The forest is dyed, poetic and picturesque, endless romance, brilliant, The autumn sun is shining, as if in a painting, so beautiful that people are intoxicated Walking in the quiet countryside The overwhelming gold makes the whole village dazzling On the eaves, on the stone table, on the small road A casual shot is a landscape

In the late autumn season, watching a large piece of golden ginkgo leaves, I found that the time of the year has passed. Has the goal set by everyone been realized? There is still a month to work hard for the goal. Let a few friends and husband go to Xiaopingle in Guangxi Ocean Township to see the ginkgo, avoid the crowd, the simple villagers, the small village full of life, and wander around the small village. Photographing, happy weekend, recommended around Huangzhou in Guangzhou From Guangzhou to Guangxi, you can take a trip to [Guilin North Station] and then rent a car to drive to [Ocean Township], gps can be positioned to [Xiaopingle] to avoid the size of Tongxiang The flow of people, Tangtou and Sujia Village near Xiaopingle have not lost to the scenery of Tongxiang Township, no tickets, and then you can go up to [Huamei]

National Day holiday trip to Guilin

Luxury Guilin tour✨4 days and 3 nights for only 2k💰Attached itinerary guide|||🎀If you want to travel to Guilin this year, but have no idea about the Guilin guide, you must collect this super detailed travel route! 🎀It covers Guilin's popular attractions, route arrangements, transportation choices, accommodation suggestions, food collections, etc., everything is written, and you can use it anytime you want to go out❗ㅤ - 🚖Transportation to Guilin:ㅤ 1⃣Direct to Guilin Liangjiang Airport from all over the placeㅤ 2⃣Take a train to Guilin Station or Guilin North Stationㅤ 3⃣Self-driving is recommended to prepare sunscreen and mosquito repellent in advanceㅤ - 🚕General transportation choices around Guilinㅤ 1⃣Rent a car: If you are not familiar with the road conditions and it is a mountain road, it is not recommended to drive by yourself!ㅤ 2⃣Bus: Although it saves money, it is too restrictive and cannot plan time and attractions wellㅤ 3⃣Group tour: It saves time and worry, it is a good way to travel, and you can meet new friends (make an appointment in advance)ㅤ - 🔴Recommended Guilin 4-day 3-night tour route~ㅤ Day 1⃣: Airport/High-speed rail station 24h pick-up—Hotel—City tourㅤ Day 2⃣: Four-star luxury boat tour of Lijiang River (Bamboo River-Yangshuo)—Silver Rock—Impression Liu Sanjie—West Streetㅤ Day 3⃣: Ruyi Peak Scenic Area—Ten Mile Gallery—Double Drifting on Yulong River (Water Bottom-Wanjing)—Night Tour of Two Rivers and Four Lakesㅤ Day 4⃣: Guilin City Emblem Elephant Trunk Mountain—East and West Alleys—Jingjiang Prince's Mansion—Duxiu Peak—Warm Homeㅤ - 🔴Must-visit attractions/food in Guilinㅤ 🔷Elephant Trunk Mountain: Guilin City Emblem, world-famousㅤ 🔶Lijiang River: Feel the fairyland of people walking in the sky and boats traveling in the painting 🔷Yulong River: The double bamboo raft drifting project will give you a different experienceㅤ 🔶Longji Terraces: Known as the most beautiful terraces in China, it is worth a visitㅤ 🔷Xingping Ancient Town: The background of the 20 yuan RMB, with mountains and rivers, the scenery is super beautifulㅤ 🔶Guilin food: Guilin rice noodles, beer fish, oil tea, Lipu taro pork, osmanthus cake, glutinous rice, Pingle eighteen stuffed, water mill glutinous rice cake, red oil rice noodles, Lingchuan spicy noodles, osmanthus cake......ㅤ - 🎁Group tour benefitsㅤ ✅【Pure play】All-inclusive of food, accommodation and transportation, no shopping, no entry into the storeㅤ ✅【Travel】6-seater business car, 24h pick-up and drop-offㅤ ✅【Hotel】Selected luxury hotels, comfortable and comfortable accommodation~ㅤ ✅【Tickets】All-inclusive scenic spot tickets, enjoy VIP👑skip the lineㅤ ✅【Food】One-click check-in Guilin food, enough quantity😋 ✅【Reliable】Guilin local travel agency, sign a contract, guaranteedㅤ - ㊙️For more Guilin travel routes, feel free to drop me a line😜😜ㅤ - 💯There are many ways to travel to Guilin. In the case of unfamiliar life, it is the most worry-free and cost-effective to play with the local pure play group. There are cars to pick up and drop off for travel, it's just too perfect💓!

Private Customized Free Travel Small Group for 2-8 People in Guilin

- 🌼Guilin｜𝑮𝒖𝒊 𝑳𝒊𝒏 🧳In this winter, before the New Year, pack your bags, invite a few friends, and head to the beautiful landscapes of Guilin❤️ - 🌾Tour Name: Private Customized Small Group for 2-8 People 🌾Approximate Route: Guilin-Yangshuo-Longji Terraces 🌾Departure Time: Daily 🌾Approximate Duration: 5 days and 4 nights 🌾Average Cost: 1.6k+ (💯Including meals, accommodation, transportation, and entrance tickets) . ·········Itinerary Overview········· 🚩Day 1: Arrival at the destination (Guilin) pick-up from the station/airport 🚩Day 2: Guilin--Longji Terraces--Jinkeng Dazhai--Golden Buddha Peak--Thousand Layer Heavenly Ladder 🚩Day 3: Li River Four Star Boat (Buffet)--20r Background Check-in--Ten Mile Gallery--Silver Cave--Eternal Love/Liu Sanjie (Discount)--West Street 🚩Day 4: Yulong River Double Bamboo Raft (Essence Section)--Xianggong Mountain--5A Elephant Trunk Hill--Li River--Drop off at the station/airport . ·········Tour Highlights········· 🌈Ride a bamboo raft🚣‍♂drift along the Yulong River 🌈Ride a bicycle🚴‍♀tour the Ten Mile Gallery 🌈Watch the large-scale live performance 'Impression Liu Sanjie' 🌈Climb the Golden Buddha Peak and overlook the Longji Terraces 🌈Enter the ancient village of Longji and experience local customs...💖 - ·········Check-in Scenic Spots········· 📍Elephant Trunk Hill 📍Two Rivers and Four Lakes 📍Li River Cruise 📍West Street in Yangshuo 📍Yulong River 📍Ten Mile Gallery 📍Silver Cave 📍Xingping Ancient Town 📍Impression Liu Sanjie 📍Longji Terraces 📍Longji Ancient Village 📍Duxiu Peak 📍Xianggong Mountain - ·········Tour Highlights········· ✈️Pick-up/Drop-off at the station/airport: 24-hour service, no waiting 🚐Transportation: 5-9 seater economic business vehicles, arranged according to the number of people, one seat per person, not crowded 🍚Meals: Special Guilin breakfast, four-star boat buffet... 🏨Accommodation: Four-diamond hotel accommodation throughout the journey, scenic+quiet+clean 🎫Tour Tickets: All entrance tickets+boat tickets used in the itinerary -

Save this 3-day 2-night Yangshuo travel guide for food, drink, and accommodation

Sharing my Yangshuo trip, come and copy my homework! ♥️After arriving in Yangshuo ‼️Day 1️⃣: 14:00➡️Moonlight Image Museum      Take a group of travel photos with the landscape, the makeup artist and photographer are very patient. It is recommended to set aside a whole afternoon, you need to make up and style, go to the shooting location, the bamboo raft requires a fee of 10r. 18:00➡️Fire Bull Beer Fish        Right next to the Moonlight Image Museum, you can start eating after changing clothes! Duck feet pot and beer fish are good, passion fruit ribs are really worth a try for those from other places!! The sour and sweet taste is great! The ingredients are good, the environment is great, close to West Street. 21:00➡️Moon Villa Resort Hotel          Each unit has a hot spring, the hotel will pick up from West Street to the hotel, there are late-night desserts after arriving at the hotel, let the aunt clean and disinfect the pool and put water at this time, you can soak in the hot spring and relax after eating dessert and washing. I stayed for two nights at once! ‼️Day 2️⃣: Sleep until you wake up naturally or enjoy breakfast, go to the hotel public area to daze or take pictures. 12:00➡️Listening to Li's Waterfront Restaurant                 The scenery is really great! The outdoor area is like being on the Li River, a visual feast, recommend their cheese baked fries, suggest letting the chef bake for a longer time, the crust will be more crispy!! You can also have afternoon tea after lunch! 18:00➡️Walk along the river to West Street, eat and shop. Go back to the hotel when you are tired. Day 3️⃣ After breakfast, rest for a while, pack up your luggage and start your return journey. If you have enough time, it is recommended to go cycling in the Ten Mile Gallery.

Guilin Travel~ Who says you can't come to Guilin Yangshuo in winter, without stepping on a mine!

I came to Guilin at the end of January, originally thinking that there was nothing to play in the off-season in winter, but I was not disappointed. But try not to choose to come on rainy days, there will be no experience. It's very comfortable to ride an electric bike around the Ten-Mile Gallery when the weather is good! The scenery of Yulong River is very beautiful! The opening hours are from 8:00 to 17:00. Don't believe the scalpers on the side of the road when you take a bamboo raft, it's a huge pit! The price will be raised very high. Buying on the spot at the water dock is 160 per raft, and only 2 people can sit. Get up early to book the ticket in advance, the bamboo raft ticket is limited. The strawberries planted on the side of the road are not big but very sweet? The night market on Yangshuo West Street is also very lively, with many special snacks in Guilin, a 20 yuan RMB check-in place. It only costs 20 to take a bamboo raft to take pictures in Xingping Ancient Town. The main transportation tool in Guilin Yangshuo is still a small electric bike, which can be rented everywhere on the side of the road for 30-50 a day! Because they are all mountain roads, some places can't be reached by taxi. It won't be very cold when you come in January and February, you can bring a fleece jacket to wear at night. The temperature difference between day and night is large, and it is not cold at all to wear a thicker sweater during the day! Guilin must-eat food: ·Guilin rice noodles·Snail powder·Beer fish·Bamboo rice·Bamboo chicken. Screw chicken