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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. It covers an area of 16,596 square meters with the population of 6.08 million, including 683 square kilometers of city proper area and city population of 1.69 million people. 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 visitors 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 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 guests come to see its beautiful view and enjoy the comfortable and joyful Cruise on the West Lake.

Hangzhou Travel Guide