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Hangzhou The economic, political and cultural centre of Zhejiang province is famed for its natural scenic beauty spots, the West Lake has been an inspiration to many a poet and artist since the Song dynasty. Gardens, forests, nature walks, temples and pagoda's await you in Hangzhou. The main attractions include :-
West Lake
The pride and joy of Hangzhou is one of it's most popular destinations for tourists and locals alike, attracted by the panoramic scenery, weeping willow trees, flowering peach trees, ancient stone bridges and hills dotted with temples and pagoda's - one example, the Lei Feng Pagoda provides the perfect backdrop to the Lake.
Ling Yin Temple
Ling Yin Buddhist Monastery was originally founded by a Buddhist monk from India, it was constructed in 326 AD and is an example of one of China's most significant and beautiful Buddhist Monasteries. The entrance to the temple is lined with rock grottoes that contain detailed carvings of the "laughing buddha". Inside the temple a statue of a gold covered buddha is the centre piece.
Tea Plantations
Hangzhou's West Lake District is one of the birthplaces of chinese green tea. The term "Lung Jing" means Dragon Well refering to a local dragon who used to live in the wells, the ancient legend says during a period of drought a monk sught help from a lucky dragon who duly brought forth rain to save the crops. You can sample a cup of the local brew on a visit to a plantation - the best time is during the harvest season (March-May) where you can see the leaves being hand-picked
Qing He Fong Street (Ancient Street)
This ancient street in the Old Town is flanked by Ming and Qing dynasty houses, shops and stalls that still preserve the appearance of 100 years ago - they are still in operation today. You will find stores selling tobacco, tea, wine, traditional chinese medicine.
Traditional Herb Museum
An eye opening cultural spot that shows the history of ancient chinese herbal medicine - including displays of exotic ingredients being grown, cultivated and dried. The museum itself was originally a chinese pharmacy founded in 1873, enjoying a reputation for it's high quality medicines.
Eating
The food in Hangzhou is representative of Zhejiang province and has a repuation for freshness, tenderness and smoothness of its cuisine. Famous dishes like West Lake Sour Fish, Dong Po Pork, Longjing Shrimp Meat, Jiaohua Young Chickens, Steam Rice Flower and Pork Wrapped by Lotus Leaves, are well known and popular among both local people and tourists.
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