As a renowned ancient town in Guangxi, Huangyao has a history of nearly a thousand years. It took shape in the Song Dynasty, flourished during the Wanli reign of the Ming Dynasty and reached its heyday in the Qianlong reign of the Qing Dynasty. The town got its name because the Huang and Yao clans were the dominant local residents.

Located in the northeastern part of Zhaoping County, Hezhou, it is 40 kilometers in straight-line distance from the county seat. It borders Tonggu Town and Qingtang Town of Zhongshan County to the north, Fenghuang Township and Gonghui Town of Hezhou to the east, Zhangmulin Township and Fuluo Town to the south, and Zouma Township to the west.

The town governs 7 administrative villages, with more than 600 households and eight main streets. Most buildings retain the architectural styles of the Ming and Qing dynasties.

Direct coaches depart for Huangyao Ancient Town at 08:00 in front of Li River Grand Theatre and 20:30 in front of Seven Stars Hotel every day. One-way fare: 60 yuan per person. Return coaches to Guilin leave at 15:30 every day in front of Mengzhilv Travel Agency in Huangyao.

Direct coaches set off for Huangyao at 09:00 daily outside Bilian River View Hotel. One-way fare: 50 yuan per person. Return coaches to Yangshuo depart at 15:30 every day in front of Mengzhilv Travel Agency in Huangyao.

Coaches leave Hezhou Hua'an Bus Terminal at 08:30 every day, traveling the entire expressway with a 40-minute ride. Return trips to Hezhou start at 14:30 from Huangyao.