Hangzhou

Hangzhou located in the Yangtze River Delta, is the capital of Zhejiang Province. 180km west of Shanghai, Hangzhou is one of the most beautiful and prosperous cities of China. Thanks to its beautiful natural landscapes, in recent years, there is a growing number of tourists visiting Hangzhou.
No doubt that the West Lake (Xi hu) is the most famous landmark, noted for the scenic beauty that blends naturally with many famous historical and cultural sites. The lake and the tower of Leifeng are linked to a legend, the love story of Bai Suzhen and Xu Xian. The "Ten West Lakes Prospects" selected among the most popular attractions around the lake give travelers a panoramic view of the city's highlights. Stroll along the roadway near the lake; you will feel the peaceful ethic of the city and better understand its honored fame as "heaven on earth".
Moreover, there are many historical and cultural sites around the lake such as Lingyin Temple and Six Harmonies pagoda.
Hangzhou is also a city known for silk, ceramics and tea. His silk passed the desert on the Silk Road to reach West Asia and Europe. The National Museum of Silk near West Lake is worth a visit. China's unique Tea Museum is located in Longjing Village, the village that makes the famous Longjing Tea. Tourists can observe the steps for making tea and sipping it in a quiet corner of the museum.