Discover Hangzhou's Best Highlights: Iconic Landmarks and Hidden Gems

Discover Hangzhou's Best Highlights: Iconic Landmarks and Hidden Gems 2024-10-11
Discover Hangzhou's Best Highlights: Iconic Landmarks and Hidden Gems

As a famous historical and cultural city and scenic tourist city in China, Hangzhou has many essential attractions that make people forget to come back. The following are some of the best attractions in Hangzhou that you can't miss:


West Lake: Hangzhou's iconic attraction, known for its natural beauty and rich history and culture. The Ten Scenes of West Lake (such as the Spring Dawn of the Su Causeway, the Wind Lotus in the Qu Yuan, the Autumn Moon in the Pinghu Lake, the Broken Bridge and the Broken Snow, etc.) are even more beautiful, and it is a must-visit place for tourists.


Lingyin Temple: Located on Lingyin Road in West Lake District, Lingyin Temple is the earliest ancient temple in Hangzhou and one of the top ten ancient temples of Zen Buddhism in China. With its tranquil environment and ancient trees, the temple is a good place to seek peace of mind.


Leifeng Pagoda: Located on Leifeng Peak of Xizhao Mountain on the south shore of West Lake, it is one of the iconic attractions of West Lake. Leifeng Pagoda was originally known as the Imperial Concubine Pagoda, and is widely known for the legend of The Legend of the White Snake. When you climb the tower and look into the distance, you can enjoy the beautiful scenery of West Lake.


Each of these highlights has its own characteristics, whether it is the natural scenery or human history, which can make visitors feel the unique charm of Hangzhou. When visiting, you may want to slow down and savor the flavor of each attraction.


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