West Lake in Hangzhou, China, is an iconic freshwater lake encapsulated by green hills. It's renowned for its scenic beauty that blends naturally with many famous historical and cultural sites. Spanning an area of around 6.5 square kilometers, the lake itself is divided into five sections via causeways and dotted with serene islands. The influence of West Lake has shaped the cultural landscape of Hangzhou, making it a place of tranquility and inspiration for poets, scholars, and artists for centuries. Its most notable aspects include the Ten West Lake Prospects, which are the most cherished and classical scenes around the lake. The lake is enveloped in myths and legends, like the famous 'Legend of the White Snake', which adds a mystical charm to its already mesmerizing beauty. The area is also home to historic pagodas, cultural relics, and lush gardens. West Lake was designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 2011 due to its significant cultural inheritance and the way the landscape has been preserved and the harmony between nature and humanity reflected in its waters.
Beautiful lake, surrounding by landmarks and tea villages. The lake is especially beautiful in early morning, when only the local are there for taichi or walking. Stay away from the western hotels are..
During our recent visit to West lake in Hangzhou, we had the opportunity to drive a small boat around the lake that offered us an up and closed view of the beautiful lake and the surrounding scenery. ..
A vast scenic place for taking photos and people watching. There are many stores and activities along the lake too. You can hop-on/ off a buggy if you wish to cover the area more. Yes, it will costs ..
If you are in Hangzhou or its vecinity, you must go to the West Lake. It's enormous, but no matter what part it is, you will definitely love it! It is so relaxing, I imagine it to be a little glimpse ..
We went just before 1 May so the crowd was still quite decent. It is just not possible to complete the whole lake in 1 day so you have to do some research what you want to see. You can also hop on tra..
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