Hangzhou Travel Guide

Hangzhou, a land full of stories and legends and famed for its natural beauty of elegant style, is one of the most popular travel cities in China. Its scenic location and natural beauty has attracted travelers for many centuries, applauded by Marco Polo as “the most splendid and luxurious city in the world” in the 13th century. Hangzhou, situated south of the Yangtze River Delta, is the capital city of Zhejiang Province. It is located on the lower reaches of the Qiantang River with 180 kilometers southwest of Shanghai. The city enjoys a sub-tropical monsoon climate with four distinctive seasons. However, it is neither too hot in summer nor too cold in winter making it a year round travel destination.

Hangzhou is also a famous living city in China's history, which attracted many famous poets to come and live there and make many masterpieces. Moreover, Hangzhou is a city famous for specializing in developing high quality silk and regarded as the "Home of Silk and Satin". The silk is warmly welcomed by the travellers from both home and abroad. Also, the city is celebrated for its Longjing (Dragon Well) Green Tea, which makes a positive affect to the human body. A travel to Hangzhou can be easily combined with a guide to a tea plantation in the hills or a silk factory near the West Lake. As you travel around the city, you will find that a attractive part is the local dishes.

A number of famous historical sites have become the symbol of the city. The West Lake is undoubtedly the most famous feature of the city, which attracts travellers come to see its beautiful view and enjoy the comfortable and joyful cruise on the West Lake. Visitors will also find the West Lake surrounded by forested mountains and many more other historical sites as Lin Yin Temple, Feilai Peak, and Six Harmonies Pagoda. The following guide to detailed historical and natural attractions, kindly provides further travel information in Hangzhou. Feel free to contact us if you plan to travel there. We will provide the professional advice, individual itinerary and excellent travel service.