{"id":1320,"date":"2025-07-17T14:02:01","date_gmt":"2025-07-17T14:02:01","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/?p=1320"},"modified":"2026-04-25T05:48:23","modified_gmt":"2026-04-25T05:48:23","slug":"danau-barat","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/id\/west-lake\/","title":{"rendered":"Danau Barat"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t<div data-elementor-type=\"wp-post\" data-elementor-id=\"1320\" class=\"elementor elementor-1320\" data-elementor-post-type=\"post\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-836c305 e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"836c305\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\" data-settings=\"{&quot;background_background&quot;:&quot;classic&quot;}\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-4b3d987 e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"4b3d987\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t<div 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975Z\"><\/path><\/svg>\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-ff22c5e elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"ff22c5e\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h2>Introduction to West Lake<\/h2><p>West Lake, nestled in the heart of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/hangzhou\/\">Hangzhou<\/a>, is one of China\u2019s most renowned scenic attractions and a <a href=\"https:\/\/whc.unesco.org\/en\/list\/\">UNESCO World Heritage Site<\/a>.<\/p><p>Its serene beauty and historical significance have inspired poets and artists for centuries.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-dd6015f elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"dd6015f\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" 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pagodas, West Lake offers picturesque views year-round, from lotus blooms in summer to misty reflections in winter.<\/p><p>Famous landmarks like Leifeng Pagoda, the Broken Bridge, and Su Causeway add to its legendary charm, making West Lake a perfect blend of natural beauty and cultural heritage.<\/p><div style=\"overflow-x: auto; max-height: 500px;\"><table border=\"1\" cellspacing=\"0\" cellpadding=\"8\"><thead><tr><th>Category<\/th><th>Details<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>Name<\/td><td>West Lake<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Chinese Name<\/td><td>\u897f\u6e56<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Location<\/td><td>Hangzhou, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/zhejiang-travel-guide\/\">Zhejiang Province<\/a><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Surface Area<\/td><td>6.5 square kilometers<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>World Heritage Status<\/td><td>UNESCO World Heritage Site since 2011<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Famous Landmarks<\/td><td>Leifeng Pagoda, Broken Bridge, Su Causeway<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Notable Features<\/td><td>Natural scenery, historical sites<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Water Depth<\/td><td>Average depth: 1.5 meters<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Cultural Significance<\/td><td>Inspiration for poets and artists for centuries<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Best Seasons to Visit<\/td><td>Spring and Autumn<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Main Attractions<\/td><td>Boating, walking paths, traditional gardens<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Iconic Views<\/td><td>Lotus blossoms, reflections of mist<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Notable Bridges<\/td><td>Broken Bridge, Long Bridge, Yudai Bridge<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Key Temples<\/td><td>Lingyin Temple, Yue Fei Temple<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Historical Importance<\/td><td>Linked to Chinese culture and folklore<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Surrounding Hills<\/td><td>Solitary Hill, Phoenix Hill<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/div><h2 data-start=\"91\" data-end=\"147\">Best Time to Visit West Lake<\/h2><p data-start=\"149\" data-end=\"339\">West Lake captivates year-round, each season revealing a distinct charm\u2014whether it\u2019s springtime blossoms or winter\u2019s snowy hush, there\u2019s always a perfect moment to meet its poetry in motion.<\/p><h3 data-start=\"341\" data-end=\"794\">Spring (March\u2013May): Misty Blossoms and Poetic Scenes<\/h3>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-fdc37aa elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"fdc37aa\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Spring-Blossom-Boat-Ride-on-West-Lake-Hangzhou-1024x768.webp\" class=\"attachment-large size-large wp-image-26948\" alt=\"Spring Blossom Boat Ride on West Lake, Hangzhou\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Spring-Blossom-Boat-Ride-on-West-Lake-Hangzhou-1024x768.webp 1024w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Spring-Blossom-Boat-Ride-on-West-Lake-Hangzhou-300x225.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Spring-Blossom-Boat-Ride-on-West-Lake-Hangzhou-768x576.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Spring-Blossom-Boat-Ride-on-West-Lake-Hangzhou-16x12.webp 16w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Spring-Blossom-Boat-Ride-on-West-Lake-Hangzhou-150x113.webp 150w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Spring-Blossom-Boat-Ride-on-West-Lake-Hangzhou.webp 1440w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-83db872 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"83db872\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p data-start=\"341\" data-end=\"794\">Spring is West Lake\u2019s most romantic season.<\/p><p data-start=\"341\" data-end=\"794\">Walk along Su Causeway as peach blossoms bloom and willows sway\u2014petals flutter into the lake like a living painting.<\/p><p data-start=\"341\" data-end=\"794\">Taiziwan Park dazzles with cherry blossoms and tulips set against Leifeng Pagoda\u2019s silhouette.<\/p><p data-start=\"341\" data-end=\"794\">Frequent drizzles add to the charm, veiling the lake in mist. Ideal for slow strolls, boat rides, and sipping freshly picked Longjing tea.<\/p><h3 data-start=\"796\" data-end=\"1283\">Autumn (September\u2013November): Golden Fragrance and Crisp Air<\/h3><div id=\"gtx-trans\" style=\"position: absolute; left: 328px; top: 270.5px;\"><div class=\"gtx-trans-icon\">\u00a0<\/div><\/div>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-b3245cf elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"b3245cf\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"533\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Sunset-Boating-on-West-Lake-with-Distant-Mountains-1024x682.webp\" class=\"attachment-large size-large wp-image-26949\" alt=\"Sunset Boating on West Lake with Distant Mountains\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Sunset-Boating-on-West-Lake-with-Distant-Mountains-1024x682.webp 1024w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Sunset-Boating-on-West-Lake-with-Distant-Mountains-300x200.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Sunset-Boating-on-West-Lake-with-Distant-Mountains-768x512.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Sunset-Boating-on-West-Lake-with-Distant-Mountains-1536x1023.webp 1536w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Sunset-Boating-on-West-Lake-with-Distant-Mountains-18x12.webp 18w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Sunset-Boating-on-West-Lake-with-Distant-Mountains-150x100.webp 150w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Sunset-Boating-on-West-Lake-with-Distant-Mountains.webp 1621w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-9f09c66 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"9f09c66\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p data-start=\"796\" data-end=\"1283\">Fall brings sweet-scented osmanthus blooms to the paths of Manlong Guiyu.<\/p><p data-start=\"796\" data-end=\"1283\">Locals gather the blossoms to make seasonal treats, infusing the city with their aroma.<\/p><p data-start=\"796\" data-end=\"1283\">On Mid-Autumn nights, the lake reflects a luminous moon\u2014perfectly viewed from lakeside teahouses.<\/p><p data-start=\"796\" data-end=\"1283\">With clear skies, light breeze, and comfortable temperatures, it\u2019s the best time for biking along tree-lined paths or hiking up Baoshi Hill for a panoramic view.<\/p><h3 data-start=\"1285\" data-end=\"1700\">Summer (June\u2013August): Lotus in Bloom, Scenery in Motion<\/h3><div id=\"gtx-trans\" style=\"position: absolute; left: 298px; top: 270.5px;\"><div class=\"gtx-trans-icon\">\u00a0<\/div><\/div>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-c194157 elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"c194157\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"450\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/West-Lake-Lotus-Pond-and-Pavilion-at-Dusk-1024x576.webp\" class=\"attachment-large size-large wp-image-26950\" alt=\"West Lake Lotus Pond and Pavilion at Dusk\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/West-Lake-Lotus-Pond-and-Pavilion-at-Dusk-1024x576.webp 1024w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/West-Lake-Lotus-Pond-and-Pavilion-at-Dusk-300x169.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/West-Lake-Lotus-Pond-and-Pavilion-at-Dusk-768x432.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/West-Lake-Lotus-Pond-and-Pavilion-at-Dusk-1536x864.webp 1536w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/West-Lake-Lotus-Pond-and-Pavilion-at-Dusk-18x10.webp 18w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/West-Lake-Lotus-Pond-and-Pavilion-at-Dusk-150x84.webp 150w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/West-Lake-Lotus-Pond-and-Pavilion-at-Dusk.webp 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-c330cd5 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"c330cd5\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p data-start=\"1285\" data-end=\"1700\">Though warm, summer unveils the lush spectacle of blooming lotus flowers at Quyuan Garden.<\/p><p data-start=\"1285\" data-end=\"1700\">Pink petals dance over a sea of green leaves, especially beautiful in early morning or sunset light.<\/p><p data-start=\"1285\" data-end=\"1700\">When summer rain hits, watching droplets fall on the lotus from a lakeside pavilion offers pure tranquility. It\u2019s a season of vibrant color and water-kissed air.<\/p><h3 data-start=\"1702\" data-end=\"2121\">Winter (December\u2013February): A Minimalist Ink-Wash Dream<\/h3><div id=\"gtx-trans\" style=\"position: absolute; left: 200px; top: 206.5px;\"><div class=\"gtx-trans-icon\">\u00a0<\/div><\/div>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-2d6e0f9 elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"2d6e0f9\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Snowy-Pavilion-by-West-Lake-in-Winter-Fog-1024x768.webp\" class=\"attachment-large size-large wp-image-26951\" alt=\"Snowy Pavilion by West Lake in Winter Fog\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Snowy-Pavilion-by-West-Lake-in-Winter-Fog-1024x768.webp 1024w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Snowy-Pavilion-by-West-Lake-in-Winter-Fog-300x225.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Snowy-Pavilion-by-West-Lake-in-Winter-Fog-768x576.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Snowy-Pavilion-by-West-Lake-in-Winter-Fog-16x12.webp 16w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Snowy-Pavilion-by-West-Lake-in-Winter-Fog-150x113.webp 150w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Snowy-Pavilion-by-West-Lake-in-Winter-Fog.webp 1440w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-2d16121 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"2d16121\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p data-start=\"1285\" data-end=\"1700\">Snowfall is rare in Hangzhou, but when it comes, West Lake transforms into a serene painting.<\/p><p data-start=\"1285\" data-end=\"1700\">At Broken Bridge, the sunlit side melts first, making the bridge appear broken\u2014an iconic winter view.<\/p><p data-start=\"1285\" data-end=\"1700\">Fewer tourists, peaceful temples, and occasional snow-capped pagodas invite slow reflection.<\/p><p data-start=\"1285\" data-end=\"1700\">Warm up with tea in a lakeside caf\u00e9 as snow falls beyond the window.<\/p><p data-start=\"1285\" data-end=\"1700\"><strong>See also: <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/best-time-to-visit-china\/\">Best Time to Visit China &gt;&gt;&gt;<\/a><\/p><h2 data-start=\"112\" data-end=\"181\">Tickets Info: What\u2019s Free and What\u2019s Not at West Lake<\/h2><p data-start=\"183\" data-end=\"386\">West Lake follows a \u201cmostly free, partly ticketed\u201d policy\u2014meaning most of the scenic areas are open-access, but certain attractions and boat rides charge fees.<\/p><h3 data-start=\"422\" data-end=\"677\">Free Scenic Zones:<\/h3><p data-start=\"422\" data-end=\"677\">Most iconic West Lake sites are free to explore, including Su Causeway, Bai Causeway, Yang Causeway, Solitary Hill, Quyuan Garden, and landmarks like \u201cAutumn Moon over the Calm Lake\u201d and \u201cLotus in the Breeze at Crooked Courtyard.\u201d<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-287d3b2 elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"287d3b2\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"533\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Golden-Hour-at-West-Lake-with-Boats-and-Sunset-Glow-1024x682.webp\" class=\"attachment-large size-large wp-image-26952\" alt=\"Golden Hour at West Lake with Boats and Sunset Glow\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Golden-Hour-at-West-Lake-with-Boats-and-Sunset-Glow-1024x682.webp 1024w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Golden-Hour-at-West-Lake-with-Boats-and-Sunset-Glow-300x200.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Golden-Hour-at-West-Lake-with-Boats-and-Sunset-Glow-768x512.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Golden-Hour-at-West-Lake-with-Boats-and-Sunset-Glow-1536x1023.webp 1536w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Golden-Hour-at-West-Lake-with-Boats-and-Sunset-Glow-18x12.webp 18w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Golden-Hour-at-West-Lake-with-Boats-and-Sunset-Glow-150x100.webp 150w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Golden-Hour-at-West-Lake-with-Boats-and-Sunset-Glow.webp 1621w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-1d73a50 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"1d73a50\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h3 data-start=\"679\" data-end=\"732\">Ticketed Attractions:<\/h3><ul data-start=\"733\" data-end=\"1100\"><li data-start=\"733\" data-end=\"820\"><p data-start=\"735\" data-end=\"820\"><strong data-start=\"735\" data-end=\"754\">Lingyin Temple:<\/strong> \u00a530 (Requires combined ticket with Feilai Peak area: \u00a575 total)<\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"821\" data-end=\"911\"><p data-start=\"823\" data-end=\"911\"><strong data-start=\"823\" data-end=\"842\">Leifeng Pagoda:<\/strong> \u00a540 (Panoramic views of West Lake, especially beautiful at sunset)<\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"912\" data-end=\"1003\"><p data-start=\"914\" data-end=\"1003\"><strong data-start=\"914\" data-end=\"933\">Yue Fei Temple:<\/strong> \u00a525 (Dedicated to the famous general with rich historical displays)<\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"1004\" data-end=\"1100\"><p data-start=\"1006\" data-end=\"1100\"><strong data-start=\"1006\" data-end=\"1026\">Wansong Academy:<\/strong> \u00a510 (Romantic setting linked to the legend of Liang Shanbo &amp; Zhu Yingtai)<\/p><\/li><\/ul><h2>What to See Around West Lake?<\/h2><h3>Ten Classic Scenic Views of West Lake<\/h3><h4>Spring Dawn at Su Causeway (\u82cf\u5824\u6625\u6653)<\/h4>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-5db5240 elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"5db5240\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Early-spring-morning-at-Su-Causeway-with-blossoming-flowers-and-misty-lake-view-e1726554663792-1024x1024.webp\" class=\"attachment-large size-large wp-image-1450\" alt=\"Early spring morning at Su Causeway with blossoming flowers and misty lake view\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Early-spring-morning-at-Su-Causeway-with-blossoming-flowers-and-misty-lake-view-e1726554663792-1024x1024.webp 1024w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Early-spring-morning-at-Su-Causeway-with-blossoming-flowers-and-misty-lake-view-e1726554663792-300x300.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Early-spring-morning-at-Su-Causeway-with-blossoming-flowers-and-misty-lake-view-e1726554663792-150x150.webp 150w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Early-spring-morning-at-Su-Causeway-with-blossoming-flowers-and-misty-lake-view-e1726554663792-768x768.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Early-spring-morning-at-Su-Causeway-with-blossoming-flowers-and-misty-lake-view-e1726554663792.webp 1079w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-cd56aec elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"cd56aec\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p data-start=\"123\" data-end=\"569\">Su Causeway stretches nearly 3 kilometers across West Lake, lined with willow trees and six charming stone bridges.<\/p><p data-start=\"123\" data-end=\"569\">Built by poet-governor Su Dongpo, it\u2019s most stunning in early spring when peach blossoms bloom and mist lingers.<\/p><p data-start=\"123\" data-end=\"569\">Walking or cycling here feels like entering a living Chinese painting, with the bridges fading into the smoke-like willows.<\/p><p data-start=\"123\" data-end=\"569\">As the top scene among the \u201cTen Views of West Lake,\u201d it captures the gentle energy of spring.<\/p><h4 data-start=\"576\" data-end=\"629\">2. Lotus in the Breeze at the Courtyard (\u66f2\u9662\u98ce\u8377)<\/h4>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-5eeed29 elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"5eeed29\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Lotus-flowers-in-full-bloom-gently-swaying-in-the-breeze-by-the-lake-e1726554744527-1024x1024.webp\" class=\"attachment-large size-large wp-image-1451\" alt=\"Lotus flowers in full bloom gently swaying in the breeze by the lake\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Lotus-flowers-in-full-bloom-gently-swaying-in-the-breeze-by-the-lake-e1726554744527-1024x1024.webp 1024w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Lotus-flowers-in-full-bloom-gently-swaying-in-the-breeze-by-the-lake-e1726554744527-300x300.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Lotus-flowers-in-full-bloom-gently-swaying-in-the-breeze-by-the-lake-e1726554744527-150x150.webp 150w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Lotus-flowers-in-full-bloom-gently-swaying-in-the-breeze-by-the-lake-e1726554744527-768x768.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Lotus-flowers-in-full-bloom-gently-swaying-in-the-breeze-by-the-lake-e1726554744527.webp 1079w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-e5e99c6 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"e5e99c6\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p data-start=\"630\" data-end=\"1053\">Located at the north end of Su Causeway, this area was once a wine-making site surrounded by lotus ponds.<\/p><p data-start=\"630\" data-end=\"1053\">In summer, thousands of lotus blossoms sway in the breeze, filling the air with sweet floral scents.<\/p><p data-start=\"630\" data-end=\"1053\">Arching bridges lead visitors through the ponds, creating the famous poetic view of \u201climitless lotus leaves touching the sky.\u201d<\/p><p data-start=\"630\" data-end=\"1053\">It\u2019s a paradise for photographers and nature lovers seeking serenity and seasonal beauty.<\/p><h4 data-start=\"1060\" data-end=\"1106\">3. Autumn Moon Over the Calm Lake (\u5e73\u6e56\u79cb\u6708)<\/h4>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-e788621 elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"e788621\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Full-autumn-moon-reflecting-on-the-still-lake-surrounded-by-peaceful-scenery-e1726554793192-1024x1024.webp\" class=\"attachment-large size-large wp-image-1452\" alt=\"Full autumn moon reflecting on the still lake surrounded by peaceful scenery\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Full-autumn-moon-reflecting-on-the-still-lake-surrounded-by-peaceful-scenery-e1726554793192-1024x1024.webp 1024w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Full-autumn-moon-reflecting-on-the-still-lake-surrounded-by-peaceful-scenery-e1726554793192-300x300.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Full-autumn-moon-reflecting-on-the-still-lake-surrounded-by-peaceful-scenery-e1726554793192-150x150.webp 150w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Full-autumn-moon-reflecting-on-the-still-lake-surrounded-by-peaceful-scenery-e1726554793192-768x768.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Full-autumn-moon-reflecting-on-the-still-lake-surrounded-by-peaceful-scenery-e1726554793192.webp 1081w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-d2484fe elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"d2484fe\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p data-start=\"1107\" data-end=\"1525\">Set at the west end of Bai Causeway, this spot is perfect for moonlit evenings.<\/p><p data-start=\"1107\" data-end=\"1525\">In autumn, when skies are clear and the moon is full, its silver light glimmers on the lake\u2019s still surface.<\/p><p data-start=\"1107\" data-end=\"1525\">Framed by distant hills and nearby pavilions, the view feels magical.<\/p><p data-start=\"1107\" data-end=\"1525\">Emperor Kangxi named the scene, and the ancient pavilion and royal inscription still remain, making this one of West Lake\u2019s most romantic and reflective spots.<\/p><h4>4. Remnant Snow on Broken Bridge (\u65ad\u6865\u6b8b\u96ea)<\/h4>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-03eee29 elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"03eee29\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Snow-covered-Broken-Bridge-with-delicate-snow-remnants-creating-a-peaceful-winter-scene-e1726554862174-1024x1024.webp\" class=\"attachment-large size-large wp-image-1453\" alt=\"Snow covered Broken Bridge with delicate snow remnants creating a peaceful winter scene\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Snow-covered-Broken-Bridge-with-delicate-snow-remnants-creating-a-peaceful-winter-scene-e1726554862174-1024x1024.webp 1024w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Snow-covered-Broken-Bridge-with-delicate-snow-remnants-creating-a-peaceful-winter-scene-e1726554862174-300x300.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Snow-covered-Broken-Bridge-with-delicate-snow-remnants-creating-a-peaceful-winter-scene-e1726554862174-150x150.webp 150w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Snow-covered-Broken-Bridge-with-delicate-snow-remnants-creating-a-peaceful-winter-scene-e1726554862174-768x768.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Snow-covered-Broken-Bridge-with-delicate-snow-remnants-creating-a-peaceful-winter-scene-e1726554862174.webp 1079w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-1e5a8ad elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"1e5a8ad\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p data-start=\"1578\" data-end=\"1980\">At the eastern end of Bai Causeway lies Broken Bridge, a place steeped in winter beauty and legendary romance.<\/p><p data-start=\"1578\" data-end=\"1980\">After snowfall, the sun melts one side of the bridge, creating a stunning contrast of white and dark that gives the illusion of a &#8220;broken&#8221; span.<\/p><p data-start=\"1578\" data-end=\"1980\">This site is also where the love story of Lady White Snake and Xu Xian begins.<\/p><p data-start=\"1578\" data-end=\"1980\">In summer, it becomes the perfect starting point for lotus viewing.<\/p><h4 data-start=\"1987\" data-end=\"2033\">5. Orioles Singing in the Willows (\u67f3\u6d6a\u95fb\u83ba)<\/h4>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-0c885fa elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"0c885fa\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Willows-swaying-in-the-breeze-while-orioles-sing-among-the-green-branches-e1726554989150-1024x1024.webp\" class=\"attachment-large size-large wp-image-1455\" alt=\"Willows swaying in the breeze while orioles sing among the green branches\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Willows-swaying-in-the-breeze-while-orioles-sing-among-the-green-branches-e1726554989150-1024x1024.webp 1024w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Willows-swaying-in-the-breeze-while-orioles-sing-among-the-green-branches-e1726554989150-300x300.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Willows-swaying-in-the-breeze-while-orioles-sing-among-the-green-branches-e1726554989150-150x150.webp 150w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Willows-swaying-in-the-breeze-while-orioles-sing-among-the-green-branches-e1726554989150-768x768.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Willows-swaying-in-the-breeze-while-orioles-sing-among-the-green-branches-e1726554989150.webp 1080w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-0328440 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"0328440\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p data-start=\"1578\" data-end=\"1980\">Located along the southeastern lakeshore, this park once served as a royal garden in the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/song-dynasty\/\">Southern Song dynasty<\/a>.<\/p><p data-start=\"1578\" data-end=\"1980\">Today, visitors stroll beneath weeping willows as orioles sing overhead, especially vibrant in spring.<\/p><p data-start=\"1578\" data-end=\"1980\">The gentle breeze stirs the green branches, creating a tranquil, melodic setting.<\/p><p data-start=\"1578\" data-end=\"1980\">With open lawns and layered greenery, it\u2019s a peaceful space to relax, take in lake views, or enjoy a quiet picnic under blooming trees.<\/p><h4 data-start=\"1578\" data-end=\"1980\">6. Viewing Fish at Flower Pond (\u82b1\u6e2f\u89c2\u9c7c)<\/h4>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-df2822a elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"df2822a\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Colorful-fish-swimming-beneath-water-lilies-in-a-peaceful-garden-pond-e1726554939330-1024x1024.webp\" class=\"attachment-large size-large wp-image-1454\" alt=\"Colorful fish swimming beneath water lilies in a peaceful garden pond\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Colorful-fish-swimming-beneath-water-lilies-in-a-peaceful-garden-pond-e1726554939330-1024x1024.webp 1024w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Colorful-fish-swimming-beneath-water-lilies-in-a-peaceful-garden-pond-e1726554939330-300x300.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Colorful-fish-swimming-beneath-water-lilies-in-a-peaceful-garden-pond-e1726554939330-150x150.webp 150w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Colorful-fish-swimming-beneath-water-lilies-in-a-peaceful-garden-pond-e1726554939330-768x768.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Colorful-fish-swimming-beneath-water-lilies-in-a-peaceful-garden-pond-e1726554939330.webp 1080w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-44ac56e elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"44ac56e\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p data-start=\"117\" data-end=\"523\">Nestled on a peninsula near the southern Su Causeway, this scenic garden features winding paths, seasonal blossoms, and a large red carp pond.<\/p><p data-start=\"117\" data-end=\"523\">Visitors can watch thousands of vibrant fish swim beneath falling petals.<\/p><p data-start=\"117\" data-end=\"523\">The peony garden blooms in late spring, adding vivid color and fragrance.<\/p><p data-start=\"117\" data-end=\"523\">Once a private retreat in the Southern Song era, it now offers peaceful lake views and serene green spaces for all.<\/p><h4 data-start=\"530\" data-end=\"574\">7. Leifeng Pagoda in the Sunset (\u96f7\u5cf0\u5915\u7167)<\/h4>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-06f4483 elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"06f4483\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Leifeng-Pagoda-glowing-in-the-golden-sunset-with-vibrant-sky-colors-e1726555044434-1024x1024.webp\" class=\"attachment-large size-large wp-image-1456\" alt=\"Leifeng Pagoda glowing in the golden sunset with vibrant sky colors\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Leifeng-Pagoda-glowing-in-the-golden-sunset-with-vibrant-sky-colors-e1726555044434-1024x1024.webp 1024w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Leifeng-Pagoda-glowing-in-the-golden-sunset-with-vibrant-sky-colors-e1726555044434-300x300.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Leifeng-Pagoda-glowing-in-the-golden-sunset-with-vibrant-sky-colors-e1726555044434-150x150.webp 150w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Leifeng-Pagoda-glowing-in-the-golden-sunset-with-vibrant-sky-colors-e1726555044434-768x768.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Leifeng-Pagoda-glowing-in-the-golden-sunset-with-vibrant-sky-colors-e1726555044434.webp 1080w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-afa31a8 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"afa31a8\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p data-start=\"575\" data-end=\"982\">Leifeng Pagoda, perched on Sunset Hill, offers sweeping lake views especially stunning at dusk.<\/p><p data-start=\"575\" data-end=\"982\">Bathed in golden light, the tower glows against the lake and distant hills.<\/p><p data-start=\"575\" data-end=\"982\">Rebuilt on historic ruins, it blends ancient charm with modern preservation.<\/p><p data-start=\"575\" data-end=\"982\">Known for the White Snake legend, it draws visitors for both cultural depth and visual drama, especially during golden hour when the sky and water turn amber.<\/p><h4 data-start=\"989\" data-end=\"1035\">8. Twin Peaks Piercing the Clouds (\u53cc\u5cf0\u63d2\u4e91)<\/h4>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-4ea408f elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"4ea408f\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Two-mountain-peaks-emerging-through-the-clouds-in-the-misty-West-Lake-landscape-e1726555167365-1024x1024.webp\" class=\"attachment-large size-large wp-image-1458\" alt=\"Two mountain peaks emerging through the clouds in the misty West Lake landscape\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Two-mountain-peaks-emerging-through-the-clouds-in-the-misty-West-Lake-landscape-e1726555167365-1024x1024.webp 1024w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Two-mountain-peaks-emerging-through-the-clouds-in-the-misty-West-Lake-landscape-e1726555167365-300x300.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Two-mountain-peaks-emerging-through-the-clouds-in-the-misty-West-Lake-landscape-e1726555167365-150x150.webp 150w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Two-mountain-peaks-emerging-through-the-clouds-in-the-misty-West-Lake-landscape-e1726555167365-768x768.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Two-mountain-peaks-emerging-through-the-clouds-in-the-misty-West-Lake-landscape-e1726555167365.webp 1080w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-9abd10a elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"9abd10a\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p data-start=\"1036\" data-end=\"1460\">South and North Peaks tower above West Lake\u2019s western hills.<\/p><p data-start=\"1036\" data-end=\"1460\">In misty spring or autumn, the twin summits appear to pierce the clouds, creating a mystical silhouette.<\/p><p data-start=\"1036\" data-end=\"1460\">Once topped with Buddhist towers, these peaks were revered for their spiritual presence.<\/p><p data-start=\"1036\" data-end=\"1460\">Today, they remain a powerful symbol of West Lake\u2019s natural grandeur\u2014especially admired from the Phoenix Hill viewpoint or after rainfall when fog weaves between ridges.<\/p><h4 data-start=\"1467\" data-end=\"1519\">9. Evening Bell Ringing at Nanping Hill (\u5357\u5c4f\u665a\u949f)<\/h4>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-c53d135 elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"c53d135\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/The-evening-bell-tower-nestled-in-lush-greenery-on-Nanping-Hill-e1726555099564-1024x1024.webp\" class=\"attachment-large size-large wp-image-1457\" alt=\"The evening bell tower nestled in lush greenery on Nanping Hill\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/The-evening-bell-tower-nestled-in-lush-greenery-on-Nanping-Hill-e1726555099564-1024x1024.webp 1024w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/The-evening-bell-tower-nestled-in-lush-greenery-on-Nanping-Hill-e1726555099564-300x300.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/The-evening-bell-tower-nestled-in-lush-greenery-on-Nanping-Hill-e1726555099564-150x150.webp 150w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/The-evening-bell-tower-nestled-in-lush-greenery-on-Nanping-Hill-e1726555099564-768x768.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/The-evening-bell-tower-nestled-in-lush-greenery-on-Nanping-Hill-e1726555099564.webp 1079w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-ebf36fe elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"ebf36fe\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p data-start=\"1520\" data-end=\"1908\">At the foot of Nanping Hill lies Jingci Temple, home to the iconic evening bell.<\/p><p data-start=\"1520\" data-end=\"1908\">As twilight settles, the bell\u2019s deep chimes echo through valleys, bringing peace and reflection.<\/p><p data-start=\"1520\" data-end=\"1908\">This oldest of the Ten Scenes evokes not just a visual but an auditory experience.<\/p><p data-start=\"1520\" data-end=\"1908\">Surrounded by craggy cliffs and pine-shaded paths, the temple remains a tranquil retreat with a thousand-year spiritual legacy.<\/p><h4 data-start=\"1915\" data-end=\"1962\">10. Three Pools Mirroring the Moon (\u4e09\u6f6d\u5370\u6708)<\/h4>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-2e53afb elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"2e53afb\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Three-stone-pagodas-reflecting-moonlight-on-the-lakes-calm-surface-e1726555253735-1024x1024.webp\" class=\"attachment-large size-large wp-image-1460\" alt=\"Three stone pagodas reflecting moonlight on the lakes calm surface\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Three-stone-pagodas-reflecting-moonlight-on-the-lakes-calm-surface-e1726555253735-1024x1024.webp 1024w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Three-stone-pagodas-reflecting-moonlight-on-the-lakes-calm-surface-e1726555253735-300x300.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Three-stone-pagodas-reflecting-moonlight-on-the-lakes-calm-surface-e1726555253735-150x150.webp 150w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Three-stone-pagodas-reflecting-moonlight-on-the-lakes-calm-surface-e1726555253735-768x768.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Three-stone-pagodas-reflecting-moonlight-on-the-lakes-calm-surface-e1726555253735.webp 1080w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-207c3fe elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"207c3fe\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p data-start=\"1520\" data-end=\"1908\">Located in the lake near Xiaoying Island, three ancient stone pagodas rise from the water, forming a triangle.<\/p><p data-start=\"1520\" data-end=\"1908\">During Mid-Autumn Festival nights, candlelight glows inside the towers, mimicking moons on the lake\u2019s surface.<\/p><p data-start=\"1520\" data-end=\"1908\">This poetic illusion\u2014moonlight, reflections, and lantern glow\u2014creates a dreamlike experience.<\/p><p data-start=\"1520\" data-end=\"1908\">It\u2019s the most symbolic spot in West Lake and famously featured on the back of China\u2019s one-yuan note.<\/p><h3>Ten New Scenic Views of West Lake (1985)<\/h3><h4>1. Bamboo-lined Path at Yunqi (\u4e91\u6816\u7af9\u5f84)<\/h4>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-92d0e89 elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"92d0e89\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Bamboo-lined-walking-path-at-Yunqi-West-Lake-with-visitors-enjoying-the-serene-scenery-e1726544085365-1024x1024.webp\" class=\"attachment-large size-large wp-image-1445\" alt=\"Bamboo lined walking path at Yunqi West Lake with visitors enjoying the serene scenery\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Bamboo-lined-walking-path-at-Yunqi-West-Lake-with-visitors-enjoying-the-serene-scenery-e1726544085365-1024x1024.webp 1024w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Bamboo-lined-walking-path-at-Yunqi-West-Lake-with-visitors-enjoying-the-serene-scenery-e1726544085365-300x300.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Bamboo-lined-walking-path-at-Yunqi-West-Lake-with-visitors-enjoying-the-serene-scenery-e1726544085365-150x150.webp 150w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Bamboo-lined-walking-path-at-Yunqi-West-Lake-with-visitors-enjoying-the-serene-scenery-e1726544085365-768x768.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Bamboo-lined-walking-path-at-Yunqi-West-Lake-with-visitors-enjoying-the-serene-scenery-e1726544085365.webp 1080w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-6478966 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"6478966\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p data-start=\"110\" data-end=\"501\">Hidden in the misty foothills of Wuyun Mountain, Yunqi is famed for its dense bamboo groves and tranquil atmosphere.<\/p><p data-start=\"110\" data-end=\"501\">Once favored by emperors Kangxi and Qianlong, the path is lined with ancient pavilions and stone archways.<\/p><p data-start=\"110\" data-end=\"501\">As the wind rustles through the green leaves, the entire valley becomes a natural orchestra.<\/p><p data-start=\"110\" data-end=\"501\">It\u2019s a peaceful escape where nature, history, and poetry blend seamlessly.<\/p><h4 data-start=\"508\" data-end=\"560\">2. Osmanthus Rain at Manjuelong Village (\u6ee1\u9647\u6842\u96e8)<\/h4>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-b65e50c elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"b65e50c\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Blooming-sweet-osmanthus-trees-in-Manjuelong-Village-West-Lake-e1726543940257-1024x1024.webp\" class=\"attachment-large size-large wp-image-1441\" alt=\"Blooming sweet osmanthus trees in Manjuelong Village West Lake\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Blooming-sweet-osmanthus-trees-in-Manjuelong-Village-West-Lake-e1726543940257-1024x1024.webp 1024w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Blooming-sweet-osmanthus-trees-in-Manjuelong-Village-West-Lake-e1726543940257-300x300.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Blooming-sweet-osmanthus-trees-in-Manjuelong-Village-West-Lake-e1726543940257-150x150.webp 150w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Blooming-sweet-osmanthus-trees-in-Manjuelong-Village-West-Lake-e1726543940257-768x768.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Blooming-sweet-osmanthus-trees-in-Manjuelong-Village-West-Lake-e1726543940257.webp 1080w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-cbc998e elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"cbc998e\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p data-start=\"561\" data-end=\"958\">Each autumn, over 7,000 osmanthus trees bloom across Manjuelong Village, filling the air with sweet fragrance.<\/p><p data-start=\"561\" data-end=\"958\">As petals drift down like rain, visitors stroll under golden blossoms in a sensory feast.<\/p><p data-start=\"561\" data-end=\"958\">Once a renowned site for imperial osmanthus appreciation, it now features pavilions and tea houses for modern visitors.<\/p><p data-start=\"561\" data-end=\"958\">The best time to visit is late September to early October during peak bloom.<\/p><h4 data-start=\"965\" data-end=\"1009\">3. Dreaming of Tiger Spring at Hupao Valley (\u864e\u8dd1\u68a6\u6cc9)<\/h4>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-109ef7b elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"109ef7b\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Stone-carving-of-a-sleeping-monk-with-tigers-at-Dreaming-of-Tiger-Spring-West-Lake-e1726543807298-1024x1024.webp\" class=\"attachment-large size-large wp-image-1437\" alt=\"Stone carving of a sleeping monk with tigers at Dreaming of Tiger Spring West Lake\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Stone-carving-of-a-sleeping-monk-with-tigers-at-Dreaming-of-Tiger-Spring-West-Lake-e1726543807298-1024x1024.webp 1024w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Stone-carving-of-a-sleeping-monk-with-tigers-at-Dreaming-of-Tiger-Spring-West-Lake-e1726543807298-300x300.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Stone-carving-of-a-sleeping-monk-with-tigers-at-Dreaming-of-Tiger-Spring-West-Lake-e1726543807298-150x150.webp 150w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Stone-carving-of-a-sleeping-monk-with-tigers-at-Dreaming-of-Tiger-Spring-West-Lake-e1726543807298-768x768.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Stone-carving-of-a-sleeping-monk-with-tigers-at-Dreaming-of-Tiger-Spring-West-Lake-e1726543807298.webp 1080w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-d19ffed elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"d19ffed\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p data-start=\"1010\" data-end=\"1384\">Located at Daci Hill, this spring has been famed since the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/tang-dynasty\/\">Tang dynasty<\/a>.<\/p><p data-start=\"1010\" data-end=\"1384\">Legend says two tigers dug the spring after a monk dreamed of divine help.<\/p><p data-start=\"1010\" data-end=\"1384\">The water is known for its purity and surface tension\u2014coins float above its rim.<\/p><p data-start=\"1010\" data-end=\"1384\">Surrounded by pines and ancient temples, it also honors Master Hongyi with a memorial hall, making it a fusion of spirituality and natural charm.<\/p><h4 data-start=\"1391\" data-end=\"1433\">4. Tea Tasting at Dragon Well (\u9f99\u4e95\u95ee\u8336)<\/h4>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-8d9132e elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"8d9132e\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Dragon-Well-Tea-plantation-with-a-stone-marker-surrounded-by-bamboo-at-West-Lake-e1726543907545-1024x1024.webp\" class=\"attachment-large size-large wp-image-1440\" alt=\"Dragon Well Tea plantation with a stone marker surrounded by bamboo at West Lake\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Dragon-Well-Tea-plantation-with-a-stone-marker-surrounded-by-bamboo-at-West-Lake-e1726543907545-1024x1024.webp 1024w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Dragon-Well-Tea-plantation-with-a-stone-marker-surrounded-by-bamboo-at-West-Lake-e1726543907545-300x300.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Dragon-Well-Tea-plantation-with-a-stone-marker-surrounded-by-bamboo-at-West-Lake-e1726543907545-150x150.webp 150w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Dragon-Well-Tea-plantation-with-a-stone-marker-surrounded-by-bamboo-at-West-Lake-e1726543907545-768x768.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Dragon-Well-Tea-plantation-with-a-stone-marker-surrounded-by-bamboo-at-West-Lake-e1726543907545.webp 1080w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-9c88b09 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"9c88b09\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p data-start=\"1434\" data-end=\"1810\">Home to the world-famous Longjing (Dragon Well) tea, this scenic spot combines historic tea fields, a legendary spring, and cultural heritage.<\/p><p data-start=\"1434\" data-end=\"1810\">Visitors can watch tea being hand-fired, sip fresh brews, and walk through lush plantations.<\/p><p data-start=\"1434\" data-end=\"1810\">The spring\u2019s water enhances the tea\u2019s flavor, earning the area a reputation as one of Hangzhou\u2019s \u201cTwin Wonders\u201d along with the Tiger Spring.<\/p><h4 data-start=\"1817\" data-end=\"1878\">5. Nine Creeks Meandering Through a Misty Forest (\u4e5d\u6eaa\u70df\u6811)<\/h4>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-a48a286 elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"a48a286\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Serene-waterfall-and-stone-bridge-at-Nine-Creeks-in-a-forest-at-West-Lake-e1726543877191-1024x1024.webp\" class=\"attachment-large size-large wp-image-1439\" alt=\"Serene waterfall and stone bridge at Nine Creeks in a forest at West Lake\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Serene-waterfall-and-stone-bridge-at-Nine-Creeks-in-a-forest-at-West-Lake-e1726543877191-1024x1024.webp 1024w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Serene-waterfall-and-stone-bridge-at-Nine-Creeks-in-a-forest-at-West-Lake-e1726543877191-300x300.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Serene-waterfall-and-stone-bridge-at-Nine-Creeks-in-a-forest-at-West-Lake-e1726543877191-150x150.webp 150w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Serene-waterfall-and-stone-bridge-at-Nine-Creeks-in-a-forest-at-West-Lake-e1726543877191-768x768.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Serene-waterfall-and-stone-bridge-at-Nine-Creeks-in-a-forest-at-West-Lake-e1726543877191.webp 1079w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-91cc4e9 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"91cc4e9\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p data-start=\"1879\" data-end=\"2256\">Winding through tea hills and bamboo groves, Nine Creeks is a tranquil hiking trail with murmuring waters and soft mist.<\/p><p data-start=\"1879\" data-end=\"2256\">Originating from nine mountain streams, it stretches for 7 kilometers before joining the Qiantang River.<\/p><p data-start=\"1879\" data-end=\"2256\">Walking here feels like stepping into a Chinese ink painting, where drifting fog, gurgling brooks, and layered greenery soothe the soul with each step.<\/p><h4 data-start=\"1879\" data-end=\"2256\">6. Breeze-Ruffled Lotus at Quyuan Garden (\u5434\u5c71\u5929\u98ce)<\/h4>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-cd205fd elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"cd205fd\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Heavenly-Wind-Pavilion-on-Wu-Hill-surrounded-by-dense-trees-at-West-Lake-e1726544019397-1024x1024.webp\" class=\"attachment-large size-large wp-image-1443\" alt=\"Heavenly Wind Pavilion on Wu Hill surrounded by dense trees at West Lake\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Heavenly-Wind-Pavilion-on-Wu-Hill-surrounded-by-dense-trees-at-West-Lake-e1726544019397-1024x1024.webp 1024w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Heavenly-Wind-Pavilion-on-Wu-Hill-surrounded-by-dense-trees-at-West-Lake-e1726544019397-300x300.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Heavenly-Wind-Pavilion-on-Wu-Hill-surrounded-by-dense-trees-at-West-Lake-e1726544019397-150x150.webp 150w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Heavenly-Wind-Pavilion-on-Wu-Hill-surrounded-by-dense-trees-at-West-Lake-e1726544019397-768x768.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Heavenly-Wind-Pavilion-on-Wu-Hill-surrounded-by-dense-trees-at-West-Lake-e1726544019397.webp 1080w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-cbce088 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"cbce088\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p data-start=\"126\" data-end=\"509\">Wushan Hill rises beside the city, offering sweeping views of both West Lake and the Qiantang River.<\/p><p data-start=\"126\" data-end=\"509\">It\u2019s a cultural gem filled with ancient temples and folk legends.<\/p><p data-start=\"126\" data-end=\"509\">On breezy days, the wind funnels from lake to hilltop, creating a refreshing atmosphere.<\/p><p data-start=\"126\" data-end=\"509\">Visitors often climb to tea pavilions like Mingxiang Tower to enjoy the cool air and stunning panorama over Hangzhou\u2019s skyline.<\/p><h4 data-start=\"516\" data-end=\"563\">7. Green Ribbons of Ruan Dune Isle (\u962e\u58a9\u73af\u78a7)<\/h4>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-bbc0aad elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"bbc0aad\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Ruangong-Islet-surrounded-by-lush-greenery-in-West-Lake-e1726543982521-1024x1024.webp\" class=\"attachment-large size-large wp-image-1442\" alt=\"Ruangong Islet surrounded by lush greenery in West Lake\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Ruangong-Islet-surrounded-by-lush-greenery-in-West-Lake-e1726543982521-1024x1024.webp 1024w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Ruangong-Islet-surrounded-by-lush-greenery-in-West-Lake-e1726543982521-300x300.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Ruangong-Islet-surrounded-by-lush-greenery-in-West-Lake-e1726543982521-150x150.webp 150w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Ruangong-Islet-surrounded-by-lush-greenery-in-West-Lake-e1726543982521-768x768.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Ruangong-Islet-surrounded-by-lush-greenery-in-West-Lake-e1726543982521.webp 1081w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-7ddb373 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"7ddb373\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p data-start=\"564\" data-end=\"953\">Ruan Dune is a small, tree-covered island nestled within West Lake, formed from dredged silt during the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/qing-dynasty\/\">Qing Dynasty<\/a>.<\/p><p data-start=\"564\" data-end=\"953\">Encircled by shimmering water, the island feels like a secluded garden paradise.<\/p><p data-start=\"564\" data-end=\"953\">Traditional-style buildings, bamboo groves, and seasonal flower displays create a peaceful setting.<\/p><p data-start=\"564\" data-end=\"953\">In summer, cultural events and ancient games revive the poetic charm of old Jiangnan life.<\/p><h4 data-start=\"960\" data-end=\"1003\">8. Yellow Dragon Spitting Jade (\u9ec4\u9f99\u5410\u7fe0)<\/h4>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-731491e elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"731491e\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Entrance-archway-at-Yellow-Dragon-Cave-surrounded-by-lush-greenery-West-Lake-e1726543842587-1024x1024.webp\" class=\"attachment-large size-large wp-image-1438\" alt=\"Entrance archway at Yellow Dragon Cave surrounded by lush greenery West Lake\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Entrance-archway-at-Yellow-Dragon-Cave-surrounded-by-lush-greenery-West-Lake-e1726543842587-1024x1024.webp 1024w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Entrance-archway-at-Yellow-Dragon-Cave-surrounded-by-lush-greenery-West-Lake-e1726543842587-300x300.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Entrance-archway-at-Yellow-Dragon-Cave-surrounded-by-lush-greenery-West-Lake-e1726543842587-150x150.webp 150w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Entrance-archway-at-Yellow-Dragon-Cave-surrounded-by-lush-greenery-West-Lake-e1726543842587-768x768.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Entrance-archway-at-Yellow-Dragon-Cave-surrounded-by-lush-greenery-West-Lake-e1726543842587.webp 1080w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-176cb7e elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"176cb7e\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p data-start=\"1004\" data-end=\"1402\">Named after a legendary dragon, this site blends mystical caves and emerald bamboo.<\/p><p data-start=\"1004\" data-end=\"1402\">The highlight is the Yellow Dragon Cave, with its crystal-clear spring gushing from a dragon\u2019s mouth into a lotus pond.<\/p><p data-start=\"1004\" data-end=\"1402\">The surrounding forest stays lush year-round, while rock formations and hidden temples enrich the scene.<\/p><p data-start=\"1004\" data-end=\"1402\">The site also hosts live opera and cultural performances celebrating Zhejiang traditions.<\/p><h4 data-start=\"1409\" data-end=\"1465\">9. Flying Clouds over the Jade Emperor Hill (\u7389\u7687\u98de\u4e91)<\/h4>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-2f51fd4 elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"2f51fd4\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/View-of-Yuhuang-Hill-shrouded-in-mist-with-Hangzhou-skyline-in-the-background-e1726544054261-1024x1024.webp\" class=\"attachment-large size-large wp-image-1444\" alt=\"View of Yuhuang Hill shrouded in mist with Hangzhou skyline in the background\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/View-of-Yuhuang-Hill-shrouded-in-mist-with-Hangzhou-skyline-in-the-background-e1726544054261-1024x1024.webp 1024w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/View-of-Yuhuang-Hill-shrouded-in-mist-with-Hangzhou-skyline-in-the-background-e1726544054261-300x300.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/View-of-Yuhuang-Hill-shrouded-in-mist-with-Hangzhou-skyline-in-the-background-e1726544054261-150x150.webp 150w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/View-of-Yuhuang-Hill-shrouded-in-mist-with-Hangzhou-skyline-in-the-background-e1726544054261-768x768.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/View-of-Yuhuang-Hill-shrouded-in-mist-with-Hangzhou-skyline-in-the-background-e1726544054261.webp 1080w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-3b2257c elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"3b2257c\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p data-start=\"1466\" data-end=\"1846\">Jade Emperor Hill lies between West Lake and the Qiantang River, standing 239 meters high.<\/p><p data-start=\"1466\" data-end=\"1846\">Historically a Taoist sanctuary, it features ancient altars and panoramic platforms.<\/p><p data-start=\"1466\" data-end=\"1846\">After rain or in early morning, clouds swirl dramatically around the summit, giving the peak a celestial aura.<\/p><p data-start=\"1466\" data-end=\"1846\">From the top, visitors can gaze across Hangzhou, where city, river, and lake meet in harmony.<\/p><h4 data-start=\"1853\" data-end=\"1906\">10. Rosy Clouds over Precious Stone Hill (\u5b9d\u77f3\u6d41\u971e)<\/h4>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-0f21cd3 elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"0f21cd3\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Silhouette-of-Precious-Stone-Hill-against-a-vibrant-sunset-at-West-Lake-e1726543409906-1024x1024.webp\" class=\"attachment-large size-large wp-image-1436\" alt=\"Silhouette of Precious Stone Hill against a vibrant sunset at West Lake\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Silhouette-of-Precious-Stone-Hill-against-a-vibrant-sunset-at-West-Lake-e1726543409906-1024x1024.webp 1024w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Silhouette-of-Precious-Stone-Hill-against-a-vibrant-sunset-at-West-Lake-e1726543409906-300x300.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Silhouette-of-Precious-Stone-Hill-against-a-vibrant-sunset-at-West-Lake-e1726543409906-150x150.webp 150w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Silhouette-of-Precious-Stone-Hill-against-a-vibrant-sunset-at-West-Lake-e1726543409906-768x768.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Silhouette-of-Precious-Stone-Hill-against-a-vibrant-sunset-at-West-Lake-e1726543409906.webp 1079w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-33b20b4 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"33b20b4\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p data-start=\"1466\" data-end=\"1846\">Baochu Hill glows in hues of red at sunset, thanks to its iron-rich volcanic rock.<\/p><p data-start=\"1466\" data-end=\"1846\">Topped by the slender Baochu Pagoda\u2014an icon of Hangzhou\u2014the hill provides breathtaking views of West Lake.<\/p><p data-start=\"1466\" data-end=\"1846\">When the evening light strikes the stone cliffs, the entire slope lights up like flowing rosy clouds, inspiring poets for centuries. It\u2019s a magical moment best seen at dusk.<\/p><h3 data-start=\"1466\" data-end=\"1846\">Other Must-Visit Attractions<\/h3><h4 data-start=\"79\" data-end=\"99\">Lingyin Temple<\/h4>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-7a5be9b elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"7a5be9b\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/lingyin-temple-travel-guide\/\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Lingyin-Temple-Entrance-Hangzhou-\u2013-Crowds-entering-historic-Lingyin-Temple-through-traditional-Chinese-gate-surrounded-by-ancient-trees-1024x768.webp\" class=\"attachment-large size-large wp-image-23882\" alt=\"Lingyin Temple Entrance, Hangzhou \u2013 Crowds entering historic Lingyin Temple through traditional Chinese gate surrounded by ancient trees\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Lingyin-Temple-Entrance-Hangzhou-\u2013-Crowds-entering-historic-Lingyin-Temple-through-traditional-Chinese-gate-surrounded-by-ancient-trees-1024x768.webp 1024w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Lingyin-Temple-Entrance-Hangzhou-\u2013-Crowds-entering-historic-Lingyin-Temple-through-traditional-Chinese-gate-surrounded-by-ancient-trees-300x225.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Lingyin-Temple-Entrance-Hangzhou-\u2013-Crowds-entering-historic-Lingyin-Temple-through-traditional-Chinese-gate-surrounded-by-ancient-trees-768x576.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Lingyin-Temple-Entrance-Hangzhou-\u2013-Crowds-entering-historic-Lingyin-Temple-through-traditional-Chinese-gate-surrounded-by-ancient-trees-16x12.webp 16w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Lingyin-Temple-Entrance-Hangzhou-\u2013-Crowds-entering-historic-Lingyin-Temple-through-traditional-Chinese-gate-surrounded-by-ancient-trees-150x113.webp 150w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Lingyin-Temple-Entrance-Hangzhou-\u2013-Crowds-entering-historic-Lingyin-Temple-through-traditional-Chinese-gate-surrounded-by-ancient-trees.webp 1440w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-007f3ab elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"007f3ab\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p data-start=\"100\" data-end=\"587\">Nestled beneath Feilai Peak, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/lingyin-temple-travel-guide\/\">Lingyin Temple<\/a> is one of China\u2019s oldest Buddhist temples, with over 1,600 years of history.<\/p><p data-start=\"100\" data-end=\"587\">Its red walls, yellow tiles, and incense-filled halls offer a serene spiritual retreat.<\/p><p data-start=\"100\" data-end=\"587\">Inside, visitors can admire wooden Buddha statues from the Five Dynasties and Song-era relics.<\/p><p data-start=\"100\" data-end=\"587\">Outside, the stone carvings at Feilai Peak\u2014especially the smiling Maitreya\u2014are artistic masterpieces.<\/p><p data-start=\"100\" data-end=\"587\">Explore the mountain first, then the temple, to feel the union of Zen and poetry.<\/p><h4 data-start=\"594\" data-end=\"614\">Yue Fei Temple<\/h4>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-8d82bb2 elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"8d82bb2\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Entrance-of-Yue-Fei-Temple-at-West-Lake-Scenic-Area-1024x768.webp\" class=\"attachment-large size-large wp-image-26954\" alt=\"Entrance of Yue Fei Temple at West Lake Scenic Area\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Entrance-of-Yue-Fei-Temple-at-West-Lake-Scenic-Area-1024x768.webp 1024w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Entrance-of-Yue-Fei-Temple-at-West-Lake-Scenic-Area-300x225.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Entrance-of-Yue-Fei-Temple-at-West-Lake-Scenic-Area-768x576.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Entrance-of-Yue-Fei-Temple-at-West-Lake-Scenic-Area-16x12.webp 16w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Entrance-of-Yue-Fei-Temple-at-West-Lake-Scenic-Area-150x113.webp 150w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Entrance-of-Yue-Fei-Temple-at-West-Lake-Scenic-Area.webp 1440w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-831f6ef elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"831f6ef\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p data-start=\"615\" data-end=\"1060\">A solemn memorial to the Song dynasty general Yue Fei, this temple honors loyalty and patriotism.<\/p><p data-start=\"615\" data-end=\"1060\">The red gates open to statues, calligraphy, and memorial halls that recount his legacy.<\/p><p data-start=\"615\" data-end=\"1060\">The famous &#8220;Jin Zhong Bao Guo&#8221; (Utmost loyalty to the nation) shines above his armored statue, while kneeling figures of traitors before his tomb evoke public disdain.<\/p><p data-start=\"615\" data-end=\"1060\">It\u2019s a powerful and emotional lesson in Chinese history\u2014well worth the modest entrance fee.<\/p><h4 data-start=\"1067\" data-end=\"1095\">Solitary Hill (Gushan)<\/h4>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-043bc49 elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"043bc49\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Solitary-Hill-Stone-Inscription-and-Staircase-in-West-Lake-Park-1024x768.webp\" class=\"attachment-large size-large wp-image-26955\" alt=\"Solitary Hill Stone Inscription and Staircase in West Lake Park\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Solitary-Hill-Stone-Inscription-and-Staircase-in-West-Lake-Park-1024x768.webp 1024w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Solitary-Hill-Stone-Inscription-and-Staircase-in-West-Lake-Park-300x225.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Solitary-Hill-Stone-Inscription-and-Staircase-in-West-Lake-Park-768x576.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Solitary-Hill-Stone-Inscription-and-Staircase-in-West-Lake-Park-16x12.webp 16w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Solitary-Hill-Stone-Inscription-and-Staircase-in-West-Lake-Park-150x113.webp 150w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Solitary-Hill-Stone-Inscription-and-Staircase-in-West-Lake-Park.webp 1440w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-5a2893b elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"5a2893b\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p data-start=\"1096\" data-end=\"1576\">The largest island in West Lake, Solitary Hill is a cultural sanctuary blending art, history, and scenic beauty.<\/p><p data-start=\"1096\" data-end=\"1576\">Open to all for free, it hosts treasures like the Xiling Seal Art Society\u2014China\u2019s top seal engraving institution\u2014and the Zhejiang Museum, which showcases jade from Liangzhu and celadon from Yue kilns.<\/p><p data-start=\"1096\" data-end=\"1576\">In winter, plum blossoms bloom near the Crane Pavilion, filling the air with subtle fragrance.<\/p><p data-start=\"1096\" data-end=\"1576\">From the summit, enjoy panoramic lake views and rich literary heritage.<\/p><h4 data-start=\"1583\" data-end=\"1616\">Yang Causeway (Yang Gongdi)<\/h4>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-9a617df elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"9a617df\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Yang-Gong-Causeway-Aerial-View-Over-West-Lake-Waters-1024x768.webp\" class=\"attachment-large size-large wp-image-26956\" alt=\"Yang Gong Causeway Aerial View Over West Lake Waters\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Yang-Gong-Causeway-Aerial-View-Over-West-Lake-Waters-1024x768.webp 1024w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Yang-Gong-Causeway-Aerial-View-Over-West-Lake-Waters-300x225.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Yang-Gong-Causeway-Aerial-View-Over-West-Lake-Waters-768x576.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Yang-Gong-Causeway-Aerial-View-Over-West-Lake-Waters-16x12.webp 16w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Yang-Gong-Causeway-Aerial-View-Over-West-Lake-Waters-150x113.webp 150w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Yang-Gong-Causeway-Aerial-View-Over-West-Lake-Waters.webp 1440w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-82e73a8 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"82e73a8\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p data-start=\"1617\" data-end=\"2023\">Quieter than Su Causeway, Yang Causeway offers poetic charm and natural serenity.<\/p><p data-start=\"1617\" data-end=\"2023\">Built in the Ming dynasty, it spans six bridges across West Inner Lake, flanked by water firs and plane trees.<\/p><p data-start=\"1617\" data-end=\"2023\">In autumn, golden leaves create a dreamlike cycling path.<\/p><p data-start=\"1617\" data-end=\"2023\">Nearby Turtle Pond and Bathe Goose Bay feature lotus remains, reeds, and arched bridges\u2014perfect for escaping crowds and savoring West Lake&#8217;s tranquil side.<\/p><h4 data-start=\"2030\" data-end=\"2051\">Wansong Academy<\/h4>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-882a295 elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"882a295\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Wansong-Academy-Gate-Surrounded-by-Greenery-in-West-Lake-1024x768.webp\" class=\"attachment-large size-large wp-image-26957\" alt=\"Wansong Academy Gate Surrounded by Greenery in West Lake\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Wansong-Academy-Gate-Surrounded-by-Greenery-in-West-Lake-1024x768.webp 1024w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Wansong-Academy-Gate-Surrounded-by-Greenery-in-West-Lake-300x225.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Wansong-Academy-Gate-Surrounded-by-Greenery-in-West-Lake-768x576.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Wansong-Academy-Gate-Surrounded-by-Greenery-in-West-Lake-16x12.webp 16w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Wansong-Academy-Gate-Surrounded-by-Greenery-in-West-Lake-150x113.webp 150w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Wansong-Academy-Gate-Surrounded-by-Greenery-in-West-Lake.webp 1440w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-752d1ec elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"752d1ec\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>Tucked in the hills south of West Lake, Wansong Academy was once Zhejiang\u2019s top Confucian institution.<\/p><p>Scholars like Zhu Xi and Wang Yangming taught here, and its romantic legacy comes from the legend of Liang Shanbo and Zhu Yingtai.<\/p><p>Stroll through Mingdao Hall and Dacheng Palace to absorb the scholarly spirit, then hike behind the academy for sweeping views of the Qiantang River\u2014a tribute to the Confucian ideal of knowledge and exploration.<\/p><h2 data-start=\"106\" data-end=\"169\">Suggested Itineraries<\/h2><p data-start=\"170\" data-end=\"428\">Whether you&#8217;re a fast-paced traveler or a slow wanderer, West Lake adapts beautifully.<\/p><p data-start=\"170\" data-end=\"428\">One day is enough for the highlights; two days offer a deeper cultural and scenic experience.<\/p><p data-start=\"170\" data-end=\"428\">Or, take your time and add immersive activities for a more memorable journey.<\/p><h3 data-start=\"435\" data-end=\"492\">One-Day Classic Route: West Lake\u2019s Greatest Hits<\/h3><p data-start=\"493\" data-end=\"764\"><strong data-start=\"493\" data-end=\"503\">Route:<\/strong> Broken Bridge \u2192 Bai Causeway \u2192 Autumn Moon over the Calm Lake \u2192 Solitary Hill \u2192 Xiling Bridge \u2192 Lotus in the Breeze at Crooked Courtyard \u2192 Su Causeway \u2192 Viewing Fish at Flower Harbor \u2192 Leifeng Pagoda<\/p><p data-start=\"493\" data-end=\"764\"><strong data-start=\"706\" data-end=\"719\">Distance:<\/strong> ~8\u201310 km; start before 8 AM to avoid crowds.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-1d1df45 elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"1d1df45\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Stone-steps-and-entrance-gate-to-Xiling-Seal-Art-Society-surrounded-by-greenery-1024x768.webp\" class=\"attachment-large size-large wp-image-26959\" alt=\"Stone steps and entrance gate to Xiling Seal Art Society surrounded by greenery\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Stone-steps-and-entrance-gate-to-Xiling-Seal-Art-Society-surrounded-by-greenery-1024x768.webp 1024w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Stone-steps-and-entrance-gate-to-Xiling-Seal-Art-Society-surrounded-by-greenery-300x225.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Stone-steps-and-entrance-gate-to-Xiling-Seal-Art-Society-surrounded-by-greenery-768x576.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Stone-steps-and-entrance-gate-to-Xiling-Seal-Art-Society-surrounded-by-greenery-16x12.webp 16w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Stone-steps-and-entrance-gate-to-Xiling-Seal-Art-Society-surrounded-by-greenery-150x113.webp 150w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Stone-steps-and-entrance-gate-to-Xiling-Seal-Art-Society-surrounded-by-greenery.webp 1440w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-c89e0e1 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"c89e0e1\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p data-start=\"766\" data-end=\"1430\">Start at Broken Bridge in the quiet morning light for iconic views of Baoshu Pagoda.<\/p><p data-start=\"766\" data-end=\"1430\">Stroll along Bai Causeway, shaded by willow trees and peach blossoms.<\/p><p data-start=\"766\" data-end=\"1430\">At Solitary Hill, explore Xiling Seal Art Society and Zhejiang Museum, then grab a bite of Dongpo Pork from Louwailou.<\/p><p data-start=\"766\" data-end=\"1430\">Ride or walk to Crooked Courtyard, where summer lotus blooms and winter reeds create seasonal beauty.<\/p><p data-start=\"766\" data-end=\"1430\">Continue to Su Causeway, walk its most scenic 1 km stretch, then visit Flower Harbor to feed red carp and admire peonies.<\/p><p data-start=\"766\" data-end=\"1430\">End at Leifeng Pagoda for a sunset panorama: West Lake sparkles beneath you, with green causeways and islets outlined in golden light.<\/p><h3 data-start=\"1594\" data-end=\"1655\">Two-Day In-Depth Tour: Nature, Culture &amp; Night Views<\/h3><h4 data-start=\"1657\" data-end=\"2134\">Day 1 \u2013 Lake Loop by Day, Romance by Night<\/h4><div id=\"gtx-trans\" style=\"position: absolute; left: 119px; top: 400.016px;\"><div class=\"gtx-trans-icon\">\u00a0<\/div><\/div>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-2bbcf79 elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"2bbcf79\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"534\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Sunset-view-at-Broken-Bridge-in-West-Lake-with-city-skyline-reflection-1024x683.webp\" class=\"attachment-large size-large wp-image-26958\" alt=\"Sunset view at Broken Bridge in West Lake with city skyline reflection\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Sunset-view-at-Broken-Bridge-in-West-Lake-with-city-skyline-reflection-1024x683.webp 1024w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Sunset-view-at-Broken-Bridge-in-West-Lake-with-city-skyline-reflection-300x200.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Sunset-view-at-Broken-Bridge-in-West-Lake-with-city-skyline-reflection-768x512.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Sunset-view-at-Broken-Bridge-in-West-Lake-with-city-skyline-reflection-1536x1024.webp 1536w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Sunset-view-at-Broken-Bridge-in-West-Lake-with-city-skyline-reflection-18x12.webp 18w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Sunset-view-at-Broken-Bridge-in-West-Lake-with-city-skyline-reflection-150x100.webp 150w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Sunset-view-at-Broken-Bridge-in-West-Lake-with-city-skyline-reflection.webp 1620w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-be0f420 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"be0f420\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p data-start=\"1657\" data-end=\"2134\">Follow the same scenic route as the classic tour but at a slower pace\u2014spend more time at Solitary Hill\u2019s art halls or linger longer by the lake.<\/p><p data-start=\"1657\" data-end=\"2134\">At night, catch the West Lake Music Fountain (7:00 &amp; 8:00 PM) at Lakeside Park.<\/p><p data-start=\"1657\" data-end=\"2134\">Enjoy dancing water synced to lights and music with Baoshu Pagoda in the background.<\/p><p data-start=\"1657\" data-end=\"2134\">Then stroll the lakefront, sip Longjing tea at a lakeside caf\u00e9, and watch boats gliding through the reflections.<\/p><h4 data-start=\"2136\" data-end=\"2691\">Day 2 \u2013 Temples, Tea, and Streams<\/h4><div id=\"gtx-trans\" style=\"position: absolute; left: 145px; top: 246.5px;\"><div class=\"gtx-trans-icon\">\u00a0<\/div><\/div>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-5c8a8a2 elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"5c8a8a2\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"533\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Tranquil-creek-and-lush-forest-at-Nine-Creeks-Meandering-Through-a-Misty-Forest-1024x682.webp\" class=\"attachment-large size-large wp-image-26961\" alt=\"Tranquil creek and lush forest at Nine Creeks Meandering Through a Misty Forest\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Tranquil-creek-and-lush-forest-at-Nine-Creeks-Meandering-Through-a-Misty-Forest-1024x682.webp 1024w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Tranquil-creek-and-lush-forest-at-Nine-Creeks-Meandering-Through-a-Misty-Forest-300x200.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Tranquil-creek-and-lush-forest-at-Nine-Creeks-Meandering-Through-a-Misty-Forest-768x512.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Tranquil-creek-and-lush-forest-at-Nine-Creeks-Meandering-Through-a-Misty-Forest-1536x1023.webp 1536w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Tranquil-creek-and-lush-forest-at-Nine-Creeks-Meandering-Through-a-Misty-Forest-18x12.webp 18w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Tranquil-creek-and-lush-forest-at-Nine-Creeks-Meandering-Through-a-Misty-Forest-150x100.webp 150w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Tranquil-creek-and-lush-forest-at-Nine-Creeks-Meandering-Through-a-Misty-Forest.webp 1621w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-9c2dcb2 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"9c2dcb2\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p data-start=\"2136\" data-end=\"2691\">Morning: Visit Lingyin Temple, starting with the stone carvings of Feilai Peak, then enter the incense-filled halls of the temple itself.<\/p><p data-start=\"2136\" data-end=\"2691\">Midday: Head to Longjing Village for a farm-style lunch and tea tasting. Sip fresh Longjing while overlooking terraced tea fields and watching villagers harvest leaves.<\/p><p data-start=\"2136\" data-end=\"2691\">Afternoon: Explore Nine Creeks and Misty Trees. A gentle 3 km hike takes you through misty forests and along babbling streams. End at a waterfall\u2014perfect for nature photos or quiet reflection.<\/p><h2 data-start=\"2698\" data-end=\"2752\">Unique Experiences: Meet West Lake Differently<\/h2><h4 data-start=\"2754\" data-end=\"3180\">\ud83d\udeb4 Ride the Lake Loop<\/h4><div id=\"gtx-trans\" style=\"position: absolute; left: 99px; top: 374.328px;\"><div class=\"gtx-trans-icon\">\u00a0<\/div><\/div>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-603f66b elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"603f66b\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Evening-cycling-scene-by-West-Lake-with-sunset-and-pavilions-1024x768.webp\" class=\"attachment-large size-large wp-image-26960\" alt=\"Evening cycling scene by West Lake with sunset and pavilions\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Evening-cycling-scene-by-West-Lake-with-sunset-and-pavilions-1024x768.webp 1024w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Evening-cycling-scene-by-West-Lake-with-sunset-and-pavilions-300x225.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Evening-cycling-scene-by-West-Lake-with-sunset-and-pavilions-768x576.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Evening-cycling-scene-by-West-Lake-with-sunset-and-pavilions-16x12.webp 16w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Evening-cycling-scene-by-West-Lake-with-sunset-and-pavilions-150x113.webp 150w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Evening-cycling-scene-by-West-Lake-with-sunset-and-pavilions.webp 1440w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-3b32421 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"3b32421\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p data-start=\"2754\" data-end=\"3180\">Rent a shared bike and follow the route: Children\u2019s Palace \u2192 Bai Causeway \u2192 Su Causeway \u2192 Yang Causeway \u2192 Quyuan Garden.<\/p><p data-start=\"2754\" data-end=\"3180\">Yang Causeway is a hidden gem, quiet and tree-lined. Stop at the photogenic Wolong Bridge and Yinxiu Bridge.<\/p><p data-start=\"2754\" data-end=\"3180\"><em data-start=\"3039\" data-end=\"3045\">Tip:<\/em> Bai Causeway may be walking-only; push your bike as needed. Ride Yang Causeway near sunset for magical golden light through the trees.<\/p><h4 data-start=\"3182\" data-end=\"3469\">\ud83d\udea4 Cruise the Lake<\/h4><div id=\"gtx-trans\" style=\"position: absolute; left: 116px; top: 206.5px;\"><div class=\"gtx-trans-icon\">\u00a0<\/div><\/div>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-63009cb elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"63009cb\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Night-boat-cruise-on-West-Lake-with-traditional-Chinese-architecture-lit-up-1024x768.webp\" class=\"attachment-large size-large wp-image-26962\" alt=\"Night boat cruise on West Lake with traditional Chinese architecture lit up\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Night-boat-cruise-on-West-Lake-with-traditional-Chinese-architecture-lit-up-1024x768.webp 1024w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Night-boat-cruise-on-West-Lake-with-traditional-Chinese-architecture-lit-up-300x225.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Night-boat-cruise-on-West-Lake-with-traditional-Chinese-architecture-lit-up-768x576.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Night-boat-cruise-on-West-Lake-with-traditional-Chinese-architecture-lit-up-16x12.webp 16w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Night-boat-cruise-on-West-Lake-with-traditional-Chinese-architecture-lit-up-150x113.webp 150w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Night-boat-cruise-on-West-Lake-with-traditional-Chinese-architecture-lit-up.webp 1440w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-6e965e6 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"6e965e6\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p data-start=\"3182\" data-end=\"3469\">Take a boat to Three Pools Mirroring the Moon island.<\/p><p data-start=\"3182\" data-end=\"3469\">Choose a leisure boat or ornate painted boat.<\/p><p data-start=\"3182\" data-end=\"3469\">After wandering the zigzag bridges and pavilions, disembark at Flower Harbor or Fifth Park to continue exploring or enjoy dinner lakeside.<\/p><h4 data-start=\"3471\" data-end=\"3501\">\ud83c\udf75 Taste the Tea Culture<\/h4><div id=\"gtx-trans\" style=\"position: absolute; left: 98px; top: 187.773px;\"><div class=\"gtx-trans-icon\">\u00a0<\/div><\/div>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-9bec792 elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"9bec792\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Scenic-view-of-Longjing-tea-village-and-terraced-fields-near-West-Lake-1024x768.webp\" class=\"attachment-large size-large wp-image-26963\" alt=\"Scenic view of Longjing tea village and terraced fields near West Lake\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Scenic-view-of-Longjing-tea-village-and-terraced-fields-near-West-Lake-1024x768.webp 1024w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Scenic-view-of-Longjing-tea-village-and-terraced-fields-near-West-Lake-300x225.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Scenic-view-of-Longjing-tea-village-and-terraced-fields-near-West-Lake-768x576.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Scenic-view-of-Longjing-tea-village-and-terraced-fields-near-West-Lake-16x12.webp 16w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Scenic-view-of-Longjing-tea-village-and-terraced-fields-near-West-Lake-150x113.webp 150w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Scenic-view-of-Longjing-tea-village-and-terraced-fields-near-West-Lake.webp 1440w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-cf49486 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"cf49486\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<ul><li data-start=\"3502\" data-end=\"3629\"><p data-start=\"3504\" data-end=\"3629\"><strong data-start=\"3504\" data-end=\"3524\">Elegant version:<\/strong> Sit by the lake at Louwailou, sip premium Lion\u2019s Peak Longjing with West Lake Vinegar Fish and a view.<\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"3630\" data-end=\"3749\"><p data-start=\"3632\" data-end=\"3749\"><strong data-start=\"3632\" data-end=\"3651\">Casual version:<\/strong> Head to Weizhuang (by Yang Causeway) for \u00a510 tea and sweet rice cakes\u2014local vibes, great value.<\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"3750\" data-end=\"3903\"><p data-start=\"3752\" data-end=\"3903\"><strong data-start=\"3752\" data-end=\"3776\">Off-the-beaten-path:<\/strong> Visit the teahouse near <strong data-start=\"3801\" data-end=\"3835\">Du Jinsheng\u2019s former residence<\/strong> in Maojiabu, a peaceful retreat with lake views and drifting ducks.<\/p><\/li><\/ul><h2 data-start=\"129\" data-end=\"191\">What to Eat in Hangzhou: A Culinary Journey by the Lake<\/h2><p data-start=\"193\" data-end=\"468\">Hangzhou&#8217;s charm isn\u2019t just in its scenic lakes and ancient temples\u2014it\u2019s also in every bite.<\/p><p data-start=\"193\" data-end=\"468\">From century-old restaurants to humble street stalls, the city serves up authentic <a href=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/zhejiang-cuisine\/\">Hangzhou cuisine<\/a> (Hangbang Cai) and local snacks that are rich in flavor, history, and emotion.<\/p><h3 data-start=\"475\" data-end=\"536\">Must-Try Hangzhou Dishes: Classic Flavors with a Story<\/h3><h4 data-start=\"538\" data-end=\"705\">Louwailou (\u697c\u5916\u697c): Historic Flavors by the Lake<\/h4><div id=\"gtx-trans\" style=\"position: absolute; left: 243px; top: 503.844px;\"><div class=\"gtx-trans-icon\">\u00a0<\/div><\/div>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-01073d8 elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"01073d8\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Exterior-of-Lou-Wai-Lou-restaurant-with-traditional-Chinese-architecture-1024x768.webp\" class=\"attachment-large size-large wp-image-26964\" alt=\"Exterior of Lou Wai Lou restaurant with traditional Chinese architecture\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Exterior-of-Lou-Wai-Lou-restaurant-with-traditional-Chinese-architecture-1024x768.webp 1024w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Exterior-of-Lou-Wai-Lou-restaurant-with-traditional-Chinese-architecture-300x225.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Exterior-of-Lou-Wai-Lou-restaurant-with-traditional-Chinese-architecture-768x576.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Exterior-of-Lou-Wai-Lou-restaurant-with-traditional-Chinese-architecture-16x12.webp 16w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Exterior-of-Lou-Wai-Lou-restaurant-with-traditional-Chinese-architecture-150x113.webp 150w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Exterior-of-Lou-Wai-Lou-restaurant-with-traditional-Chinese-architecture.webp 1440w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-b79ca0f elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"b79ca0f\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p data-start=\"538\" data-end=\"705\">Founded in 1848 near Solitary Hill, Louwailou is a culinary icon and top choice for tasting West Lake delicacies:<\/p><ul data-start=\"706\" data-end=\"1195\"><li data-start=\"706\" data-end=\"878\"><p data-start=\"708\" data-end=\"878\"><strong data-start=\"708\" data-end=\"741\">West Lake Vinegar Fish<\/strong>: Fresh grass carp delicately poached and glazed with a tangy-sweet sauce. Tender, almost boneless flesh and a signature vinegar aroma.<\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"879\" data-end=\"999\"><p data-start=\"881\" data-end=\"999\"><strong data-start=\"881\" data-end=\"902\">Dongpo Pork<\/strong>: Braised pork belly simmered in Shaoxing wine, melt-in-your-mouth soft, rich yet never greasy.<\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"1000\" data-end=\"1195\"><p data-start=\"1002\" data-end=\"1195\"><strong data-start=\"1002\" data-end=\"1028\">Longjing Shrimp<\/strong>: River shrimp stir-fried with fresh Dragon Well green tea leaves\u2014light, crisp, and fragrant.<\/p><\/li><\/ul><p data-start=\"1002\" data-end=\"1195\">\ud83d\udcb0 <em data-start=\"1127\" data-end=\"1195\">Price: \u00a5150\u2013\u00a5200 per person. A bit upscale, but worth the splurge.<\/em><\/p><h4 data-start=\"1197\" data-end=\"1391\">Zhiweiguan (\u77e5\u5473\u89c2): Affordable and Authentic<\/h4>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-b062338 elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"b062338\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Entrance-of-Zhi-Wei-Guan-restaurant-with-traditional-signboard-in-West-Lake-area-e1752757867465-1024x768.webp\" class=\"attachment-large size-large wp-image-26965\" alt=\"Entrance of Zhi Wei Guan restaurant with traditional signboard in West Lake area\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Entrance-of-Zhi-Wei-Guan-restaurant-with-traditional-signboard-in-West-Lake-area-e1752757867465-1024x768.webp 1024w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Entrance-of-Zhi-Wei-Guan-restaurant-with-traditional-signboard-in-West-Lake-area-e1752757867465-300x225.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Entrance-of-Zhi-Wei-Guan-restaurant-with-traditional-signboard-in-West-Lake-area-e1752757867465-768x576.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Entrance-of-Zhi-Wei-Guan-restaurant-with-traditional-signboard-in-West-Lake-area-e1752757867465-16x12.webp 16w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Entrance-of-Zhi-Wei-Guan-restaurant-with-traditional-signboard-in-West-Lake-area-e1752757867465-150x113.webp 150w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Entrance-of-Zhi-Wei-Guan-restaurant-with-traditional-signboard-in-West-Lake-area-e1752757867465.webp 1080w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-9092a86 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"9092a86\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p data-start=\"1197\" data-end=\"1391\">Operating since 1913, this time-honored brand is beloved for its flavors and fair prices. Visit the Lakeside branch for a meal with a view.<\/p><ul data-start=\"1392\" data-end=\"1822\"><li data-start=\"1392\" data-end=\"1513\"><p data-start=\"1394\" data-end=\"1513\"><strong data-start=\"1394\" data-end=\"1428\">Crab Roe Soup Dumplings (\u87f9\u9ec4\u6c64\u5305)<\/strong>: Delicate skin, juicy fillings of crab, pork, and rich broth\u2014sip first, then bite.<\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"1514\" data-end=\"1638\"><p data-start=\"1516\" data-end=\"1638\"><strong data-start=\"1516\" data-end=\"1543\">Cat\u2019s Ear Noodles (\u732b\u8033\u6735)<\/strong>: Dough pinched into \u201ccat ear\u201d shapes and simmered with shrimp, mushrooms, and chicken broth.<\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"1639\" data-end=\"1822\"><p data-start=\"1641\" data-end=\"1822\"><strong data-start=\"1641\" data-end=\"1665\">Dingsheng Cake (\u5b9a\u80dc\u7cd5)<\/strong>: A pink glutinous rice cake filled with sweet bean paste\u2014soft, sweet, and symbolic of victory.<\/p><\/li><\/ul><p data-start=\"1641\" data-end=\"1822\">\ud83d\udcb0 <em data-start=\"1766\" data-end=\"1822\">Price: \u00a5150\u2013\u00a5200 per person. Delicious and great value.<\/em><\/p><h4 data-start=\"1824\" data-end=\"1971\">Grandma\u2019s Home (\u5916\u5a46\u5bb6): Budget Favorite with Long Lines<\/h4>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-9692f5e elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"9692f5e\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/People-lining-up-outside-Grandmas-Home-restaurant-near-West-Lake-e1752757895893-1024x768.webp\" class=\"attachment-large size-large wp-image-26966\" alt=\"People lining up outside Grandma&apos;s Home restaurant near West Lake\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/People-lining-up-outside-Grandmas-Home-restaurant-near-West-Lake-e1752757895893-1024x768.webp 1024w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/People-lining-up-outside-Grandmas-Home-restaurant-near-West-Lake-e1752757895893-300x225.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/People-lining-up-outside-Grandmas-Home-restaurant-near-West-Lake-e1752757895893-768x576.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/People-lining-up-outside-Grandmas-Home-restaurant-near-West-Lake-e1752757895893-16x12.webp 16w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/People-lining-up-outside-Grandmas-Home-restaurant-near-West-Lake-e1752757895893-150x113.webp 150w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/People-lining-up-outside-Grandmas-Home-restaurant-near-West-Lake-e1752757895893.webp 1080w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-4c601ca elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"4c601ca\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p data-start=\"1824\" data-end=\"1971\">Now a national chain, this restaurant began as a small eatery near West Lake in 1998.<\/p><ul data-start=\"1972\" data-end=\"2286\"><li data-start=\"1972\" data-end=\"2086\"><p data-start=\"1974\" data-end=\"2086\"><strong data-start=\"1974\" data-end=\"2002\">Tea-Smoked Chicken<\/strong>: Marinated in Longjing tea and roasted until crispy on the outside, juicy inside.<\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"2087\" data-end=\"2286\"><p data-start=\"2089\" data-end=\"2286\"><strong data-start=\"2089\" data-end=\"2123\">Grandma\u2019s Braised Pork<\/strong>: Large cuts of pork belly, slow-cooked with quail eggs in a savory-sweet sauce.<\/p><\/li><\/ul><p data-start=\"2089\" data-end=\"2286\">\ud83d\udca1 <em data-start=\"2209\" data-end=\"2252\">Expect queues\u2014use mobile apps to reserve.<\/em><br data-start=\"2252\" data-end=\"2255\" \/>\ud83d\udcb0 <em data-start=\"2258\" data-end=\"2286\">Price: \u00a550\u2013\u00a5100 per person.<\/em><\/p><h3 data-start=\"2293\" data-end=\"2341\">Local Snacks: Hangzhou\u2019s Street Food Soul<\/h3><h4 data-start=\"2343\" data-end=\"2634\">Cong Bao Hui (\u8471\u5305\u70e9): Crispy, Savory Street Wrap<\/h4><div id=\"gtx-trans\" style=\"position: absolute; left: 161px; top: 344.016px;\"><div class=\"gtx-trans-icon\">\u00a0<\/div><\/div>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-f9e89d8 elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"f9e89d8\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Scallion-pancake-street-food-stall-in-West-Lake-with-traditional-signage-1024x768.webp\" class=\"attachment-large size-large wp-image-26967\" alt=\"Scallion pancake street food stall in West Lake with traditional signage\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Scallion-pancake-street-food-stall-in-West-Lake-with-traditional-signage-1024x768.webp 1024w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Scallion-pancake-street-food-stall-in-West-Lake-with-traditional-signage-300x225.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Scallion-pancake-street-food-stall-in-West-Lake-with-traditional-signage-768x576.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Scallion-pancake-street-food-stall-in-West-Lake-with-traditional-signage-16x12.webp 16w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Scallion-pancake-street-food-stall-in-West-Lake-with-traditional-signage-150x113.webp 150w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Scallion-pancake-street-food-stall-in-West-Lake-with-traditional-signage.webp 1440w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-92366ca elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"92366ca\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p data-start=\"2343\" data-end=\"2634\">A beloved street snack made by wrapping crispy fried dough and scallions in a thin wheat pancake, brushed with sweet bean sauce and grilled.<\/p><p data-start=\"2343\" data-end=\"2634\">Crunchy, salty, sweet\u2014and only \u00a53\u2013\u00a55 each. Perfect for munching while strolling the streets.<\/p><h4 data-start=\"2636\" data-end=\"2860\">Dingsheng Cake (\u5b9a\u80dc\u7cd5): A Sweet Wish for Victory<\/h4><div id=\"gtx-trans\" style=\"position: absolute; left: 200px; top: 190.5px;\"><div class=\"gtx-trans-icon\">\u00a0<\/div><\/div>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-04f100f elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"04f100f\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Traditional-pink-Ding-Sheng-cakes-a-West-Lake-specialty-dessert-1024x768.webp\" class=\"attachment-large size-large wp-image-26968\" alt=\"Traditional pink Ding Sheng cakes, a West Lake specialty dessert\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Traditional-pink-Ding-Sheng-cakes-a-West-Lake-specialty-dessert-1024x768.webp 1024w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Traditional-pink-Ding-Sheng-cakes-a-West-Lake-specialty-dessert-300x225.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Traditional-pink-Ding-Sheng-cakes-a-West-Lake-specialty-dessert-768x576.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Traditional-pink-Ding-Sheng-cakes-a-West-Lake-specialty-dessert-16x12.webp 16w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Traditional-pink-Ding-Sheng-cakes-a-West-Lake-specialty-dessert-150x113.webp 150w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Traditional-pink-Ding-Sheng-cakes-a-West-Lake-specialty-dessert.webp 1440w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-b51c1f0 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"b51c1f0\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p data-start=\"2636\" data-end=\"2860\">Sold around scenic areas, this festive rice cake features soft mochi-like skin and fragrant bean paste.<\/p><p data-start=\"2636\" data-end=\"2860\">Steamed to perfection, it&#8217;s both a treat and a symbol of good luck.<\/p><h4 data-start=\"2862\" data-end=\"3181\">West Lake Lotus Root Starch (\u897f\u6e56\u85d5\u7c89): A Delicate Dessert<\/h4><div id=\"gtx-trans\" style=\"position: absolute; left: 316px; top: 142.5px;\"><div class=\"gtx-trans-icon\">\u00a0<\/div><\/div>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-97181ee elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"97181ee\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Green-lotus-root-starch-jelly-dessert-topped-with-osmanthus-1024x768.webp\" class=\"attachment-large size-large wp-image-26969\" alt=\"Green lotus root starch jelly dessert topped with osmanthus\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Green-lotus-root-starch-jelly-dessert-topped-with-osmanthus-1024x768.webp 1024w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Green-lotus-root-starch-jelly-dessert-topped-with-osmanthus-300x225.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Green-lotus-root-starch-jelly-dessert-topped-with-osmanthus-768x576.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Green-lotus-root-starch-jelly-dessert-topped-with-osmanthus-16x12.webp 16w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Green-lotus-root-starch-jelly-dessert-topped-with-osmanthus-150x113.webp 150w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Green-lotus-root-starch-jelly-dessert-topped-with-osmanthus.webp 1440w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-c219463 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"c219463\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p data-start=\"2636\" data-end=\"2860\">Made from local lotus roots, this powdered dessert transforms into a smooth, translucent jelly when mixed with hot water.<\/p><p data-start=\"2636\" data-end=\"2860\">Often sweetened with osmanthus syrup, it\u2019s fragrant, soothing, and great as a gift.<\/p><p data-start=\"2636\" data-end=\"2860\">\ud83c\udf81 <em data-start=\"3134\" data-end=\"3181\">Price: \u00a520\u2013\u00a550 per box, depending on quality.<\/em><\/p><h3 data-start=\"3188\" data-end=\"3240\">Where to Eat: Best Food Spots Around the Lake<\/h3><h4 data-start=\"3242\" data-end=\"3365\">Hubin Road: Dine with a View<\/h4><div id=\"gtx-trans\" style=\"position: absolute; left: 149px; top: 258.57px;\"><div class=\"gtx-trans-icon\">\u00a0<\/div><\/div>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-8698246 elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"8698246\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"533\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Aerial-view-of-Hubin-Road-leading-to-scenic-West-Lake-1024x682.webp\" class=\"attachment-large size-large wp-image-26970\" alt=\"Aerial view of Hubin Road leading to scenic West Lake\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Aerial-view-of-Hubin-Road-leading-to-scenic-West-Lake-1024x682.webp 1024w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Aerial-view-of-Hubin-Road-leading-to-scenic-West-Lake-300x200.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Aerial-view-of-Hubin-Road-leading-to-scenic-West-Lake-768x512.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Aerial-view-of-Hubin-Road-leading-to-scenic-West-Lake-1536x1023.webp 1536w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Aerial-view-of-Hubin-Road-leading-to-scenic-West-Lake-18x12.webp 18w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Aerial-view-of-Hubin-Road-leading-to-scenic-West-Lake-150x100.webp 150w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Aerial-view-of-Hubin-Road-leading-to-scenic-West-Lake.webp 1621w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-3f50319 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"3f50319\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p data-start=\"3242\" data-end=\"3365\">Right next to West Lake, this area is lined with top restaurants and caf\u00e9s. Try:<\/p><ul><li data-start=\"3366\" data-end=\"3431\"><p data-start=\"3368\" data-end=\"3431\"><strong data-start=\"3368\" data-end=\"3398\">Zhiweiguan Lakeside Branch<\/strong> \u2013 local dishes with lake views<\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"3434\" data-end=\"3574\"><strong data-start=\"3434\" data-end=\"3464\">Hangzhou Restaurant<\/strong> \u2013 try their iconic Dongpo Pork<\/li><\/ul><p>\ud83c\udfb6 After dinner, walk along the lakefront and catch the music fountain show.<\/p><h4 data-start=\"3576\" data-end=\"3704\">Hefang Street: Snack and Shop in a Historic Alley<\/h4><div id=\"gtx-trans\" style=\"position: absolute; left: 201px; top: 194.5px;\"><div class=\"gtx-trans-icon\">\u00a0<\/div><\/div>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-b1deea8 elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"b1deea8\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"479\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Historic-pedestrian-street-Hefang-Street-with-traditional-Hangzhou-shops-1024x613.webp\" class=\"attachment-large size-large wp-image-26971\" alt=\"Historic pedestrian street Hefang Street with traditional Hangzhou shops\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Historic-pedestrian-street-Hefang-Street-with-traditional-Hangzhou-shops-1024x613.webp 1024w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Historic-pedestrian-street-Hefang-Street-with-traditional-Hangzhou-shops-300x180.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Historic-pedestrian-street-Hefang-Street-with-traditional-Hangzhou-shops-768x460.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Historic-pedestrian-street-Hefang-Street-with-traditional-Hangzhou-shops-18x12.webp 18w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Historic-pedestrian-street-Hefang-Street-with-traditional-Hangzhou-shops-150x90.webp 150w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Historic-pedestrian-street-Hefang-Street-with-traditional-Hangzhou-shops.webp 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-c1b1d87 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"c1b1d87\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p data-start=\"3576\" data-end=\"3704\">A famous pedestrian street with a traditional Chinese vibe. Try:<\/p><ul data-start=\"3705\" data-end=\"3916\"><li data-start=\"3705\" data-end=\"3787\"><p data-start=\"3707\" data-end=\"3787\"><strong data-start=\"3707\" data-end=\"3723\">Cong Bao Hui<\/strong> &amp; <strong data-start=\"3726\" data-end=\"3749\">Wushan Butter Cakes<\/strong>: flaky, buttery street snacks<\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"3788\" data-end=\"3916\"><p data-start=\"3790\" data-end=\"3916\"><strong data-start=\"3790\" data-end=\"3813\">Sugar Painting<\/strong>: edible art made from molten sugar<\/p><\/li><\/ul><p data-start=\"3790\" data-end=\"3916\">\ud83d\udecd\ufe0f You\u2019ll also find souvenirs like silk, fans, and Longjing tea.<\/p><h4 data-start=\"3918\" data-end=\"4049\">Longjing Village: Tea and Tranquility<\/h4><div id=\"gtx-trans\" style=\"position: absolute; left: 214px; top: 222.5px;\"><div class=\"gtx-trans-icon\">\u00a0<\/div><\/div>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-674e2ce elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"674e2ce\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Entrance-gate-to-Longjing-Tea-Village-with-lush-green-trees-1024x768.webp\" class=\"attachment-large size-large wp-image-26972\" alt=\"Entrance gate to Longjing Tea Village with lush green trees\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Entrance-gate-to-Longjing-Tea-Village-with-lush-green-trees-1024x768.webp 1024w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Entrance-gate-to-Longjing-Tea-Village-with-lush-green-trees-300x225.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Entrance-gate-to-Longjing-Tea-Village-with-lush-green-trees-768x576.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Entrance-gate-to-Longjing-Tea-Village-with-lush-green-trees-16x12.webp 16w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Entrance-gate-to-Longjing-Tea-Village-with-lush-green-trees-150x113.webp 150w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Entrance-gate-to-Longjing-Tea-Village-with-lush-green-trees.webp 1440w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-e829c17 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"e829c17\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p data-start=\"3918\" data-end=\"4049\">Hidden in the green hills, this village is the heart of Hangzhou\u2019s tea culture.<\/p><ul data-start=\"4050\" data-end=\"4317\"><li data-start=\"4050\" data-end=\"4126\"><p data-start=\"4052\" data-end=\"4126\"><strong data-start=\"4052\" data-end=\"4074\">Fresh Longjing Tea<\/strong> \u2013 watch it harvested, roasted, and brewed on-site<\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"4127\" data-end=\"4317\"><p data-start=\"4129\" data-end=\"4317\"><strong data-start=\"4129\" data-end=\"4148\">Seasonal Dishes<\/strong> \u2013 like stir-fried bamboo shoots and farm-raised chicken soup<\/p><\/li><\/ul><p data-start=\"4129\" data-end=\"4317\">\ud83d\udcb0 <em data-start=\"4215\" data-end=\"4317\">Price: \u00a580\u2013\u00a5120 per person. Peaceful surroundings, fresh ingredients, and warm hospitality included.<\/em><\/p><h2 data-start=\"123\" data-end=\"185\">Transportation Guide: How to Get to and Around West Lake<\/h2><p data-start=\"187\" data-end=\"393\">Whether you&#8217;re arriving from downtown Hangzhou or planning to circle the lake at your own pace, West Lake offers a range of transport options to suit every style\u2014from efficient subways to scenic boat rides.<\/p><h3 data-start=\"400\" data-end=\"427\">Getting to West Lake<\/h3><h4 data-start=\"429\" data-end=\"558\">By Metro: Fast, Direct &amp; Traffic-Free<\/h4><div id=\"gtx-trans\" style=\"position: absolute; left: 117px; top: 527.844px;\"><div class=\"gtx-trans-icon\">\u00a0<\/div><\/div>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-6c9d8d0 elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"6c9d8d0\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"450\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Huanglong-Cave-metro-station-with-blue-sky-themed-ceiling-design-1024x576.webp\" class=\"attachment-large size-large wp-image-26973\" alt=\"Huanglong Cave metro station with blue sky themed ceiling design\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Huanglong-Cave-metro-station-with-blue-sky-themed-ceiling-design-1024x576.webp 1024w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Huanglong-Cave-metro-station-with-blue-sky-themed-ceiling-design-300x169.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Huanglong-Cave-metro-station-with-blue-sky-themed-ceiling-design-768x432.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Huanglong-Cave-metro-station-with-blue-sky-themed-ceiling-design-1536x864.webp 1536w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Huanglong-Cave-metro-station-with-blue-sky-themed-ceiling-design-18x10.webp 18w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Huanglong-Cave-metro-station-with-blue-sky-themed-ceiling-design-150x84.webp 150w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Huanglong-Cave-metro-station-with-blue-sky-themed-ceiling-design.webp 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-24c09e4 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"24c09e4\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p data-start=\"429\" data-end=\"558\">Hangzhou\u2019s metro system is the easiest way to reach the lake quickly and comfortably:<\/p><ul data-start=\"560\" data-end=\"1214\"><li data-start=\"560\" data-end=\"800\"><p data-start=\"562\" data-end=\"800\"><strong data-start=\"562\" data-end=\"603\">Line 1 \u2013 Longxiangqiao Station<\/strong>: Just a few minutes&#8217; walk to the Lakeside area, this is the eastern gateway to West Lake. Perfect for visiting Broken Bridge, Hubin Yintai shopping mall, and other central attractions.<\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"804\" data-end=\"1022\"><p data-start=\"806\" data-end=\"1022\"><strong data-start=\"806\" data-end=\"847\">Line 3 \u2013 Huanglongdong Station<\/strong>: Ideal for reaching the western lake area, including Yue Fei Temple and Quyuan Garden. From here, rent a bike or transfer to a local bus to explore nearby sights.<\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"1024\" data-end=\"1214\"><p data-start=\"1026\" data-end=\"1214\"><strong data-start=\"1026\" data-end=\"1068\">Line 7 \u2013 Wushan Square Station<\/strong>: Right next to Hefang Street, this station puts you steps away from historic blocks, Wushan Hill, and Orioles Singing in the Willows.<\/p><\/li><\/ul><h4 data-start=\"1221\" data-end=\"1263\">By Bus: Wide Coverage, Scenic Views<\/h4><div id=\"gtx-trans\" style=\"position: absolute; left: -12px; top: 369.719px;\"><div class=\"gtx-trans-icon\">\u00a0<\/div><\/div>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-66dbcdc elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"66dbcdc\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"533\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/West-Lake-sightseeing-bus-driving-through-lush-green-surroundings-1024x682.webp\" class=\"attachment-large size-large wp-image-26974\" alt=\"West Lake sightseeing bus driving through lush green surroundings\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/West-Lake-sightseeing-bus-driving-through-lush-green-surroundings-1024x682.webp 1024w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/West-Lake-sightseeing-bus-driving-through-lush-green-surroundings-300x200.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/West-Lake-sightseeing-bus-driving-through-lush-green-surroundings-768x512.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/West-Lake-sightseeing-bus-driving-through-lush-green-surroundings-18x12.webp 18w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/West-Lake-sightseeing-bus-driving-through-lush-green-surroundings-150x100.webp 150w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/West-Lake-sightseeing-bus-driving-through-lush-green-surroundings.webp 1280w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-f778de9 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"f778de9\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p data-start=\"1265\" data-end=\"1377\">Hangzhou\u2019s extensive bus system offers both convenience and charm. Perfect for enjoying city life as you travel:<\/p><ul data-start=\"1379\" data-end=\"1848\"><li data-start=\"1379\" data-end=\"1562\"><p data-start=\"1381\" data-end=\"1562\"><strong data-start=\"1381\" data-end=\"1394\">Bus No. 7<\/strong>: Direct to Broken Bridge, passing classic lakeside scenery including Hubin, Bai Causeway, and more. Sit by the window and watch willows sway in the breeze.<\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"1564\" data-end=\"1848\"><p data-start=\"1566\" data-end=\"1848\"><strong data-start=\"1566\" data-end=\"1592\">Bus No. 51 (Lake Loop)<\/strong>: Dubbed the \u201cMobile Scenic Deck,\u201d this clockwise loop bus circles West Lake, stopping at major sights like Qingbo Gate, Chang Bridge, Jingsi Temple, and Su Causeway.<\/p><\/li><\/ul><p data-start=\"1566\" data-end=\"1848\">\ud83d\udca1 <em data-start=\"1780\" data-end=\"1848\">Scan with the Alipay app\u2019s \u201cHangzhou Bus QR Code\u201d to board easily.<\/em><\/p><h3 data-start=\"1855\" data-end=\"1892\">Getting Around the Scenic Area<\/h3><h4 data-start=\"1894\" data-end=\"2062\">Loop Buses (Bus 51 &amp; 52): The Relaxed Explorer&#8217;s Choice<\/h4><p data-start=\"1894\" data-end=\"2062\">These scenic loop buses circle West Lake clockwise (51) and counter-clockwise (52), stopping on request.<\/p><ul data-start=\"2063\" data-end=\"2268\"><li data-start=\"2063\" data-end=\"2087\"><p data-start=\"2065\" data-end=\"2087\">\ud83d\udcb0 Fare: \u00a55 per ride<\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"2088\" data-end=\"2268\"><p data-start=\"2090\" data-end=\"2268\">\ud83d\udd52 Hours: 8:00\u201318:30 (check real-time info at stops)<\/p><\/li><\/ul><p data-start=\"2090\" data-end=\"2268\">Great for travelers who prefer a low-energy, hop-on-hop-off tour while enjoying air-conditioned comfort and lakeside views.<\/p><h4 data-start=\"2270\" data-end=\"2460\">Shared Bikes: Freedom on Two Wheels<\/h4><p data-start=\"2270\" data-end=\"2460\">Ride through shaded paths along Yang Causeway and Su Causeway, where dappled sunlight filters through trees and ripples dance on the lake.<\/p><ul data-start=\"2461\" data-end=\"2650\"><li data-start=\"2461\" data-end=\"2567\"><p data-start=\"2463\" data-end=\"2567\">\ud83d\udeab Note: <strong data-start=\"2472\" data-end=\"2488\">Bai Causeway<\/strong> prohibits riding in parts\u2014watch for signage and walk your bike where needed.<\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"2568\" data-end=\"2650\"><p data-start=\"2570\" data-end=\"2650\">\ud83d\udcb0 Cost: \u00a52 per 20 minutes<\/p><\/li><\/ul><p data-start=\"2570\" data-end=\"2650\">\u26a0\ufe0f <em data-start=\"2599\" data-end=\"2650\">Always check brakes and wear a helmet for safety.<\/em><\/p><h4 data-start=\"1290\" data-end=\"1338\">West Lake Boat Rides<\/h4><p data-start=\"1340\" data-end=\"1484\">West Lake offers a wide variety of boats\u2014prices and experiences vary by route and vessel type.<\/p><p data-start=\"1340\" data-end=\"1484\">Here\u2019s how to pick the one that suits your needs:<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-45e6a3e elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"45e6a3e\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"533\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/West-Lake-sightseeing-bus-driving-through-lush-green-surroundings-1024x682.webp\" class=\"attachment-large size-large wp-image-26974\" alt=\"West Lake sightseeing bus driving through lush green surroundings\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/West-Lake-sightseeing-bus-driving-through-lush-green-surroundings-1024x682.webp 1024w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/West-Lake-sightseeing-bus-driving-through-lush-green-surroundings-300x200.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/West-Lake-sightseeing-bus-driving-through-lush-green-surroundings-768x512.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/West-Lake-sightseeing-bus-driving-through-lush-green-surroundings-18x12.webp 18w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/West-Lake-sightseeing-bus-driving-through-lush-green-surroundings-150x100.webp 150w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/West-Lake-sightseeing-bus-driving-through-lush-green-surroundings.webp 1280w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-984d08b elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"984d08b\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p data-start=\"1486\" data-end=\"1558\"><strong>Island Cruise to Three Pools Mirroring the Moon (Must-Do!)<\/strong><\/p><p data-start=\"1559\" data-end=\"1647\">Includes round-trip fare + entrance to Xiaoying Island, featured on the 1-yuan banknote.<\/p><ul data-start=\"1649\" data-end=\"2024\"><li data-start=\"1649\" data-end=\"1783\"><p data-start=\"1651\" data-end=\"1783\"><strong data-start=\"1651\" data-end=\"1669\">Standard Boat:<\/strong> \u00a555\/person<br data-start=\"1680\" data-end=\"1683\" \/><em data-start=\"1685\" data-end=\"1781\">Board from scenic docks like Huagang, Yue Temple, or Zhongshan Park. Affordable and practical.<\/em><\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"1784\" data-end=\"2024\"><p data-start=\"1786\" data-end=\"2024\"><strong data-start=\"1786\" data-end=\"1802\">Luxury Boat:<\/strong> \u00a570\/person<br data-start=\"1813\" data-end=\"1816\" \/><em data-start=\"1818\" data-end=\"1935\">Board from city-access docks like Wugongyuan or Youth Palace. Features open decks and better views for photography.<\/em><\/p><\/li><\/ul><p>Tip: Your return trip can use either boat type, regardless of your outbound ticket.<\/p><p data-start=\"2026\" data-end=\"2085\"><strong data-start=\"2034\" data-end=\"2085\">Lake Cruises (No Island Stop, Just Sightseeing)<\/strong><\/p><ul data-start=\"2087\" data-end=\"2539\"><li data-start=\"2087\" data-end=\"2254\"><p data-start=\"2089\" data-end=\"2254\"><strong data-start=\"2089\" data-end=\"2116\">Dragon or Phoenix Boat:<\/strong> \u00a590\/person<br data-start=\"2127\" data-end=\"2130\" \/><em data-start=\"2132\" data-end=\"2252\">Top-tier boats with complimentary souvenirs; suitable for daytime or night cruises. No stops\u2014returns to original dock.<\/em><\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"2255\" data-end=\"2377\"><p data-start=\"2257\" data-end=\"2377\"><strong data-start=\"2257\" data-end=\"2287\">Classic White Cruise Boat:<\/strong> \u00a550\/person<br data-start=\"2298\" data-end=\"2301\" \/><em data-start=\"2303\" data-end=\"2375\">Simpler version of the dragon boat, better value, similar 1-hour loop.<\/em><\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"2378\" data-end=\"2539\"><p data-start=\"2380\" data-end=\"2539\"><strong data-start=\"2380\" data-end=\"2394\">Water Bus:<\/strong> \u00a56\u20138 per stop (approx. \u00a570 full route)<\/p><\/li><\/ul><p data-start=\"2380\" data-end=\"2539\"><em data-start=\"2438\" data-end=\"2539\">Stops at 10 scenic docks. Great for DIY routes combining boat + walking. Departs every ~30 minutes.<\/em><\/p><p data-start=\"2541\" data-end=\"2600\"><strong data-start=\"2549\" data-end=\"2600\">Hand-Rowed or Paddled Boat (Hidden Gems Access)<\/strong><\/p><ul data-start=\"2602\" data-end=\"2791\"><li data-start=\"2602\" data-end=\"2640\"><p data-start=\"2604\" data-end=\"2640\"><strong data-start=\"2604\" data-end=\"2628\">Rowboat (max 6 ppl):<\/strong> \u00a5150\/hour<\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"2641\" data-end=\"2791\"><p data-start=\"2643\" data-end=\"2791\"><strong data-start=\"2643\" data-end=\"2674\">Sculling boat (max 10 ppl):<\/strong> \u00a5180\/hour<\/p><\/li><\/ul><p data-start=\"2643\" data-end=\"2791\"><em data-start=\"2689\" data-end=\"2791\">Navigate quiet inlets like Maojiabu or Yuhu Bay where big boats can\u2019t go. Best for peaceful escapes.<\/em><\/p><p data-start=\"2793\" data-end=\"2930\">\ud83d\udcdd If stopping at Xiaoying Island, your boat ticket includes island entry. Boatman wait time counts toward total fare\u2014plan for 2\u20133 hours.<\/p><p data-start=\"2932\" data-end=\"2991\">4. <strong data-start=\"2940\" data-end=\"2991\">Self-Drive or Paddle Boats (Great for Families)<\/strong><\/p><ul data-start=\"2993\" data-end=\"3271\"><li data-start=\"2993\" data-end=\"3124\"><p data-start=\"2995\" data-end=\"3124\"><strong data-start=\"2995\" data-end=\"3025\">Electric boat (max 4 ppl):<\/strong> \u00a530\/half-hour<br data-start=\"3039\" data-end=\"3042\" \/><em data-start=\"3044\" data-end=\"3122\">Safe and fun for families; restricted to calmer areas like North Inner Lake.<\/em><\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"3125\" data-end=\"3271\"><p data-start=\"3127\" data-end=\"3271\"><strong data-start=\"3127\" data-end=\"3150\">Manual paddle boat:<\/strong> \u00a530\/hour<\/p><\/li><\/ul><p data-start=\"3127\" data-end=\"3271\"><em data-start=\"3164\" data-end=\"3271\">Good for casual rowing. Not island-capable. Requires light effort\u2014ideal for couples or younger travelers.<\/em><\/p><p data-start=\"3278\" data-end=\"3299\"><strong>Practical Tips<\/strong><\/p><ul data-start=\"3301\" data-end=\"3726\"><li data-start=\"3301\" data-end=\"3461\"><p data-start=\"3303\" data-end=\"3461\"><strong data-start=\"3303\" data-end=\"3323\">Operating Hours:<\/strong> Most boats run 8:00\u201318:00 (may close earlier in winter). Check with dock staff for last departures, especially for island return trips.<\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"3462\" data-end=\"3579\"><p data-start=\"3464\" data-end=\"3579\"><strong data-start=\"3464\" data-end=\"3488\">Ask Before Boarding:<\/strong> Confirm whether the boat includes an island visit or mid-route stops to avoid surprises.<\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"3580\" data-end=\"3726\"><p data-start=\"3582\" data-end=\"3726\"><strong data-start=\"3582\" data-end=\"3604\">Avoid Peak Queues:<\/strong> Arrive before 8:00 a.m. or after 3:00 p.m., or board at less-crowded docks like Huagang or Yue Temple to skip long lines.<\/p><\/li><\/ul><h2 data-start=\"362\" data-end=\"398\">Common Tourist Traps to Avoid<\/h2><h3 data-start=\"400\" data-end=\"719\">West Lake Vinegar Fish \u2013 Choose Quality Over Convenience<\/h3><p data-start=\"400\" data-end=\"719\">Some restaurants serve this iconic dish using frozen fish, compromising the flavor. For a truly authentic experience, try Lou Wai Lou or Zhi Wei Guan. While pricier, they use fresh ingredients and proper techniques that honor the dish\u2019s legacy.<\/p><h3 data-start=\"721\" data-end=\"975\">Lingyin Temple Incense \u2013 Free Inside, Don\u2019t Buy Outside<\/h3><p data-start=\"721\" data-end=\"975\">Vendors near Lingyin Temple may try to sell you incense sticks. Don\u2019t be fooled\u2014the temple offers three incense sticks for free to all visitors. No need to spend extra before entering.<\/p><h3 data-start=\"977\" data-end=\"1235\">Rickshaws Around the Lake \u2013 Overpriced and Unnecessary<\/h3><p data-start=\"977\" data-end=\"1235\">Tricycle rides around West Lake often start at \u00a5100 or more, far above reasonable rates. 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<\/div><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class='e-n-accordion-item-title-icon'>\n\t\t\t<span class='e-opened' ><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-angle-up\" viewBox=\"0 0 320 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M177 159.7l136 136c9.4 9.4 9.4 24.6 0 33.9l-22.6 22.6c-9.4 9.4-24.6 9.4-33.9 0L160 255.9l-96.4 96.4c-9.4 9.4-24.6 9.4-33.9 0L7 329.7c-9.4-9.4-9.4-24.6 0-33.9l136-136c9.4-9.5 24.6-9.5 34-.1z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t\t<span class='e-closed'><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-angle-down\" viewBox=\"0 0 320 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M143 352.3L7 216.3c-9.4-9.4-9.4-24.6 0-33.9l22.6-22.6c9.4-9.4 24.6-9.4 33.9 0l96.4 96.4 96.4-96.4c9.4-9.4 24.6-9.4 33.9 0l22.6 22.6c9.4 9.4 9.4 24.6 0 33.9l-136 136c-9.2 9.4-24.4 9.4-33.8 0z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t<\/span>\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/summary>\n\t\t\t\t<div role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"e-n-accordion-item-1861\" class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-d4b88e9 e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"d4b88e9\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-41ce950 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"41ce950\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>The best times are spring (March to May) and autumn (September to November), when the weather is mild, and the scenic views, especially the flowers and foliage, are stunning.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/details>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<details id=\"e-n-accordion-item-1862\" class=\"e-n-accordion-item\" >\n\t\t\t\t<summary class=\"e-n-accordion-item-title\" data-accordion-index=\"3\" tabindex=\"-1\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"e-n-accordion-item-1862\" >\n\t\t\t\t\t<span class='e-n-accordion-item-title-header'><div class=\"e-n-accordion-item-title-text\"> What are some must-see spots around West Lake? <\/div><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class='e-n-accordion-item-title-icon'>\n\t\t\t<span class='e-opened' ><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-angle-up\" viewBox=\"0 0 320 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M177 159.7l136 136c9.4 9.4 9.4 24.6 0 33.9l-22.6 22.6c-9.4 9.4-24.6 9.4-33.9 0L160 255.9l-96.4 96.4c-9.4 9.4-24.6 9.4-33.9 0L7 329.7c-9.4-9.4-9.4-24.6 0-33.9l136-136c9.4-9.5 24.6-9.5 34-.1z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t\t<span class='e-closed'><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-angle-down\" viewBox=\"0 0 320 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M143 352.3L7 216.3c-9.4-9.4-9.4-24.6 0-33.9l22.6-22.6c9.4-9.4 24.6-9.4 33.9 0l96.4 96.4 96.4-96.4c9.4-9.4 24.6-9.4 33.9 0l22.6 22.6c9.4 9.4 9.4 24.6 0 33.9l-136 136c-9.2 9.4-24.4 9.4-33.8 0z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t<\/span>\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/summary>\n\t\t\t\t<div role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"e-n-accordion-item-1862\" class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-f8309ad e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"f8309ad\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-95f8965 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"95f8965\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>Popular spots include Broken Bridge, Su Causeway, and Leifeng Pagoda. Each offers unique views of the lake and surrounding mountains, capturing the essence of West Lake&#8217;s beauty.<\/p><div id=\"gtx-trans\" style=\"position: absolute; left: 161px; top: 110px;\"><div class=\"gtx-trans-icon\">\u00a0<\/div><\/div>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/details>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<details id=\"e-n-accordion-item-1863\" class=\"e-n-accordion-item\" >\n\t\t\t\t<summary class=\"e-n-accordion-item-title\" data-accordion-index=\"4\" tabindex=\"-1\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"e-n-accordion-item-1863\" >\n\t\t\t\t\t<span class='e-n-accordion-item-title-header'><div class=\"e-n-accordion-item-title-text\"> Is it possible to take a boat ride on West Lake? <\/div><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class='e-n-accordion-item-title-icon'>\n\t\t\t<span class='e-opened' ><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-angle-up\" viewBox=\"0 0 320 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M177 159.7l136 136c9.4 9.4 9.4 24.6 0 33.9l-22.6 22.6c-9.4 9.4-24.6 9.4-33.9 0L160 255.9l-96.4 96.4c-9.4 9.4-24.6 9.4-33.9 0L7 329.7c-9.4-9.4-9.4-24.6 0-33.9l136-136c9.4-9.5 24.6-9.5 34-.1z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t\t<span class='e-closed'><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-angle-down\" viewBox=\"0 0 320 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M143 352.3L7 216.3c-9.4-9.4-9.4-24.6 0-33.9l22.6-22.6c9.4-9.4 24.6-9.4 33.9 0l96.4 96.4 96.4-96.4c9.4-9.4 24.6-9.4 33.9 0l22.6 22.6c9.4 9.4 9.4 24.6 0 33.9l-136 136c-9.2 9.4-24.4 9.4-33.8 0z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t<\/span>\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/summary>\n\t\t\t\t<div role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"e-n-accordion-item-1863\" class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-04a7b6d e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"04a7b6d\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-88e05e3 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"88e05e3\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>Yes, boat rides are available, providing a serene way to experience the lake&#8217;s beauty from the water, with views of famous landmarks and reflections of willow trees.<\/p><div id=\"gtx-trans\" style=\"position: absolute; left: 232px; top: 134px;\"><div class=\"gtx-trans-icon\">\u00a0<\/div><\/div>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/details>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<details id=\"e-n-accordion-item-1864\" class=\"e-n-accordion-item\" >\n\t\t\t\t<summary class=\"e-n-accordion-item-title\" data-accordion-index=\"5\" tabindex=\"-1\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"e-n-accordion-item-1864\" >\n\t\t\t\t\t<span class='e-n-accordion-item-title-header'><div class=\"e-n-accordion-item-title-text\"> How long does it take to walk around West Lake? <\/div><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class='e-n-accordion-item-title-icon'>\n\t\t\t<span class='e-opened' ><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-angle-up\" viewBox=\"0 0 320 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M177 159.7l136 136c9.4 9.4 9.4 24.6 0 33.9l-22.6 22.6c-9.4 9.4-24.6 9.4-33.9 0L160 255.9l-96.4 96.4c-9.4 9.4-24.6 9.4-33.9 0L7 329.7c-9.4-9.4-9.4-24.6 0-33.9l136-136c9.4-9.5 24.6-9.5 34-.1z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t\t<span class='e-closed'><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-angle-down\" viewBox=\"0 0 320 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M143 352.3L7 216.3c-9.4-9.4-9.4-24.6 0-33.9l22.6-22.6c9.4-9.4 24.6-9.4 33.9 0l96.4 96.4 96.4-96.4c9.4-9.4 24.6-9.4 33.9 0l22.6 22.6c9.4 9.4 9.4 24.6 0 33.9l-136 136c-9.2 9.4-24.4 9.4-33.8 0z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t<\/span>\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/summary>\n\t\t\t\t<div role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"e-n-accordion-item-1864\" class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-5593a7b e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"5593a7b\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-1d3e178 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"1d3e178\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>A full loop around West Lake takes about 3-4 hours on foot, but you can also choose shorter sections or rent bikes for a quicker tour.<\/p><div id=\"gtx-trans\" style=\"position: absolute; left: 241px; top: 110px;\"><div class=\"gtx-trans-icon\">\u00a0<\/div><\/div>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/details>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<script type=\"application\/ld+json\">{\"@context\":\"https:\\\/\\\/schema.org\",\"@type\":\"FAQPage\",\"mainEntity\":[{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"Why is West Lake famous in China?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"West Lake is renowned for its picturesque beauty, historical significance, and poetic landscapes, often celebrated in Chinese literature, art, and as a symbol of paradise on earth.\\u00a0\"}},{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"What are the best times to visit West Lake?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"The best times are spring (March to May) and autumn (September to November), when the weather is mild, and the scenic views, especially the flowers and foliage, are stunning.\"}},{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"What are some must-see spots around West Lake?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"Popular spots include Broken Bridge, Su Causeway, and Leifeng Pagoda. 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class=\"elementor-post__card\">\n\t\t\t\t<a class=\"elementor-post__thumbnail__link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/id\/year-of-the-horse\/\" tabindex=\"-1\" ><div class=\"elementor-post__thumbnail\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Year-of-the-Horse-Chinese-zodiac-guide-with-horse-illustration-1-1024x768.webp\" class=\"attachment-large size-large wp-image-43644\" alt=\"Year of the Horse Chinese zodiac guide with horse illustration\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Year-of-the-Horse-Chinese-zodiac-guide-with-horse-illustration-1-1024x768.webp 1024w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Year-of-the-Horse-Chinese-zodiac-guide-with-horse-illustration-1-500x375.webp 500w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Year-of-the-Horse-Chinese-zodiac-guide-with-horse-illustration-1-300x225.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Year-of-the-Horse-Chinese-zodiac-guide-with-horse-illustration-1-768x576.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Year-of-the-Horse-Chinese-zodiac-guide-with-horse-illustration-1-16x12.webp 16w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Year-of-the-Horse-Chinese-zodiac-guide-with-horse-illustration-1-150x113.webp 150w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Year-of-the-Horse-Chinese-zodiac-guide-with-horse-illustration-1.webp 1448w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/div><\/a>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-post__badge\">Zodiac Year<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-post__text\">\n\t\t\t\t<h4 class=\"elementor-post__title\">\n\t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/id\/year-of-the-horse\/\" >\n\t\t\t\tYear of the Horse\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t<\/h4>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-post__excerpt\">\n\t\t\t<p>The Year of the Horse, the seventh sign in the Chinese zodiac, corresponding to the Earthly Branch &#8220;Wu&#8221; (\u5348), is a symbol of strength, speed, and loyalty.<\/p>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/article>\n\t\t\t\t<article class=\"elementor-post elementor-grid-item post-42689 post type-post status-publish format-standard has-post-thumbnail hentry category-travel-guide tag-guide tag-travel-guide tag-wuhan tag-wuhan-travel-guide tag-wuhan-travel-itinerary\" role=\"listitem\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-post__card\">\n\t\t\t\t<a class=\"elementor-post__thumbnail__link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/id\/1-day-in-wuhan\/\" tabindex=\"-1\" ><div class=\"elementor-post__thumbnail\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/1-Day-in-Wuhan-itinerary-cover-featuring-Yellow-Crane-Tower-Yangtze-River-Bridge-Hankou-streets-river-views-and-local-food-1024x768.webp\" class=\"attachment-large size-large wp-image-42710\" alt=\"1 Day in Wuhan itinerary cover featuring Yellow Crane Tower Yangtze River Bridge Hankou streets river views and local food\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/1-Day-in-Wuhan-itinerary-cover-featuring-Yellow-Crane-Tower-Yangtze-River-Bridge-Hankou-streets-river-views-and-local-food-1024x768.webp 1024w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/1-Day-in-Wuhan-itinerary-cover-featuring-Yellow-Crane-Tower-Yangtze-River-Bridge-Hankou-streets-river-views-and-local-food-500x375.webp 500w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/1-Day-in-Wuhan-itinerary-cover-featuring-Yellow-Crane-Tower-Yangtze-River-Bridge-Hankou-streets-river-views-and-local-food-300x225.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/1-Day-in-Wuhan-itinerary-cover-featuring-Yellow-Crane-Tower-Yangtze-River-Bridge-Hankou-streets-river-views-and-local-food-768x576.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/1-Day-in-Wuhan-itinerary-cover-featuring-Yellow-Crane-Tower-Yangtze-River-Bridge-Hankou-streets-river-views-and-local-food-16x12.webp 16w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/1-Day-in-Wuhan-itinerary-cover-featuring-Yellow-Crane-Tower-Yangtze-River-Bridge-Hankou-streets-river-views-and-local-food-150x113.webp 150w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/1-Day-in-Wuhan-itinerary-cover-featuring-Yellow-Crane-Tower-Yangtze-River-Bridge-Hankou-streets-river-views-and-local-food.webp 1448w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/div><\/a>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-post__badge\">Travel Guide<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-post__text\">\n\t\t\t\t<h4 class=\"elementor-post__title\">\n\t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/id\/1-day-in-wuhan\/\" >\n\t\t\t\t1 Day in Wuhan: Best First-Time Itinerary\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t<\/h4>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-post__excerpt\">\n\t\t\t<p>Plan one perfect day in Wuhan with a practical first-time route, food stops, river views, costs, transport tips, and what to skip.<\/p>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/article>\n\t\t\t\t<article class=\"elementor-post elementor-grid-item post-43755 post type-post status-publish format-standard has-post-thumbnail hentry category-culture tag-chinese-zodiac-origin tag-culture tag-zodiac\" role=\"listitem\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-post__card\">\n\t\t\t\t<a class=\"elementor-post__thumbnail__link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/id\/chinese-zodiac-origin\/\" tabindex=\"-1\" ><div class=\"elementor-post__thumbnail\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/Chinese-Zodiac-Origin-guide-with-twelve-animals-Earthly-Branches-Great-Race-and-ancient-bamboo-slips-1024x768.webp\" class=\"attachment-large size-large wp-image-43757\" alt=\"Chinese Zodiac Origin guide with twelve animals Earthly Branches Great Race and ancient bamboo slips\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/Chinese-Zodiac-Origin-guide-with-twelve-animals-Earthly-Branches-Great-Race-and-ancient-bamboo-slips-1024x768.webp 1024w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/Chinese-Zodiac-Origin-guide-with-twelve-animals-Earthly-Branches-Great-Race-and-ancient-bamboo-slips-500x375.webp 500w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/Chinese-Zodiac-Origin-guide-with-twelve-animals-Earthly-Branches-Great-Race-and-ancient-bamboo-slips-300x225.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/Chinese-Zodiac-Origin-guide-with-twelve-animals-Earthly-Branches-Great-Race-and-ancient-bamboo-slips-768x576.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/Chinese-Zodiac-Origin-guide-with-twelve-animals-Earthly-Branches-Great-Race-and-ancient-bamboo-slips-16x12.webp 16w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/Chinese-Zodiac-Origin-guide-with-twelve-animals-Earthly-Branches-Great-Race-and-ancient-bamboo-slips-150x113.webp 150w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/Chinese-Zodiac-Origin-guide-with-twelve-animals-Earthly-Branches-Great-Race-and-ancient-bamboo-slips.webp 1448w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/div><\/a>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-post__badge\">Culture<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-post__text\">\n\t\t\t\t<h4 class=\"elementor-post__title\">\n\t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/id\/chinese-zodiac-origin\/\" >\n\t\t\t\tChinese Zodiac Origin: History, Animals &amp; Myths\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t<\/h4>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-post__excerpt\">\n\t\t\t<p>Learn what Ben Ming Nian means, why people wear red, how to calculate your zodiac year, and what it means for life, travel, and luck.<\/p>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/article>\n\t\t\t\t<article class=\"elementor-post elementor-grid-item post-14170 post type-post status-publish format-standard has-post-thumbnail hentry category-fortune 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