Romantic Journey: Five Days Exploring Hangzhou's Charm
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14 attraction(s) |
total distance 273
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Day1: Hangzhou
6 attraction(s) ·
11 km
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This is the place where Xusian and Bai Niangzi met in the Legend of the White Snake, making this bridge full of romance.
In the early winter snow, the ice and snow on the sunny side of the bridge have melted, but the snow on the shady side of the bridge still covers it. From a high place, the bridge seems to be broken. This has become the famous "Broken Bridge with Lingering Snow".
You can start your tour of West Lake from the Broken Bridge, go along the Bai Causeway to Gushan, and then visit the surrounding attractions one by one.
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This place was originally called Baishadi and is a hub connecting the city and scenic spots. The verse by Bai Juyi "Most fond of the trip to the east of the lake, on the white sand dyke lined with green willows" describes the beautiful scenery here. The road is lined with neat willow and peach trees, and you can admire the picturesque scenery of West Lake by looking up, making it perfect for leisurely strolls. The scenery of Baishi Dyke changes with the seasons, and it is best to visit in spring when you can overlook the panoramic view of the pink peach blossoms and green willows from Beishan Road opposite. The photos taken here are also extremely beautiful. Baishi Dyke is approximately 1 kilometer long and can be easily explored on foot. It is recommended to avoid peak hours and visit in the morning or evening.
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San Tan Ying Yue Island, also known as Xiaoyingzhou, is the only island in West Lake that can be walked and explored on foot. It is known as one of the most beautiful scenic spots in West Lake. The island's outline is like the character "田" and is surrounded by Jiangnan gardens on the outer edge. The island is divided into four small lakes by the cross-shaped islands and bridges in the interior, which are full of poetic and picturesque scenes. The flowers and trees on the island are well-arranged, with lush green willows, fragrant lotuses, vibrant red maples, and charming magnolias as the main attractions, making it one of the masterpieces of Jiangnan garden art. San Tan Ying Yue Island is an important symbol on Chinese currency, with its magnificent scenery printed on the back.
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- This attraction is an important landmark of West Lake. It was initially built by the king of Wu Yue, Qian Hongchu, to celebrate the birth of his son with his wife. However, it is now more well-known because of its appearance in the classic Chinese legend, "Legend of the White Snake."
- "Leifeng Pagoda resembles an old monk, while Baochu Pagoda is like a beautiful lady." The two pagodas stand facing each other, creating a picturesque scene of "two pagodas reflected on the lake, facing north and south."
- Every evening, when the sun sets in the west, the silhouette of the pagodas is reflected on the surface of the lake, creating a unique and magnificent view known as "Leifeng Evening Glow."
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Day2: Hangzhou
3 attraction(s) ·
223 km
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This temple is located beside West Lake and is one of the oldest Buddhist temples in China, as well as one of the ten ancient temples in China, preserving many precious cultural relics from different dynasties. The Tianwang Hall has a plaque with the characters "Yunlin Temple" written by Emperor Kangxi of the Qing Dynasty, and it houses many valuable treasures inside. The mountain is scattered with many marvelous and colorful caves and Buddhist stone statues, which are one of the rare ancient stone cave arts in southern China. It is also the place where Ji Gong became a monk. It is said that prayers here are very effective, so there are countless pilgrims who come to pay their respects and pray for blessings every day.
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Feilai Peak, named for its "Flying Stone", has a unique and charming mountain peak shape. It is surrounded by cliffs and steep slopes, offering a wide view of the distance. Looking to the west, you can see the magnificent seven peaks, while looking to the east, you can enjoy the beautiful scenery of the mountain peaks resembling jade screens. According to legend, this extraordinary stone originally belonged to the Penglai Wonderland, but was accidentally kicked out by Immortal Tieguai Li while he was drunk and dancing, and it ended up falling here.
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Day3: Hangzhou
2 attraction(s) ·
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Xixi Wetland, known for its beautiful scenery of "smoke rising from winding streams," is one of the "Three Xis of Hangzhou" along with West Lake and Xiling. Located to the west of downtown Hangzhou, Xixi National Wetland Park is one of the few natural wetlands in the city with a beautiful environment and crisscrossing waterways, known as the "Kidney of Hangzhou." Xixi Wetland is divided into the East Zone and the West Zone, with the East Zone consisting of Phase I and Phase II, and the West Zone being the Hongyuan Scenic Area of Phase III. The East Zone is where the most beautiful scenery of Xixi Wetland is located, and the best way to experience the natural ecology is to take a boat ride through the complex waterways.
Day4: Hangzhou
2 attraction(s) ·
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This place is called "Nine Streams and Eighteen Gullies", as many small streams converge here to form a "Y" shaped creek. After the rain, smoke rises from the forests of Baoshi Mountain, creating a misty atmosphere and a beautiful "smoke tree" landscape.
The Nine Streams stretch for about 5.5 kilometers, with lush trees and tea gardens along the way, making it a great summer retreat. There are three entrances to the scenic area, namely the Longjing Village on the upper left of the "Y", the Yangmeiling on the upper right, and the Jiuxi Road at the bottom. The intersection here is called "Xizhongxi", and the scenic spots include the Jiuxi Smoke Tree Park, Lian Temple, and waterfalls, all concentrated here.
Visitors can choose their own route, but we recommend the Jiuxi Road- Xizhongxi- Longjing Village route. The Jiuxi Road- Xizhongxi- Yangmeiling section can be driven, and there are parking lots in the scenic area. In short, it is definitely worth a visit.
Day5: Hangzhou
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This courtyard-style building, located at the southern foot of Gushan, is the center of the West Lake Scenic Area and has the characteristics of a typical Jiangnan garden. The museum is divided into six main areas, with the main exhibition hall being the basic display hall, and the other areas including the celadon hall, calligraphy and painting hall, crafts hall, coin hall, and international gift hall. The museum houses over 100,000 cultural relics, covering the history of civilization in Zhejiang province from the Hemudu culture to the modern era. Although the facilities of this museum are somewhat outdated following the development of the Zhejiang Provincial Museum, and some of the collections have been moved to the new museum (Wulin Museum), its reputation remains undiminished and there are still many exhibits worth seeing. What's more, after visiting here, you can also take a tour of the beautiful scenery of Gushan.
