Hangzhou West Lake, located in Xihu District, Hangzhou City, Zhejiang Province, China, is a national 5A tourist attraction, one of the first batch of China’s top ten scenic spots, and a world cultural heritage. West Lake is famous for its beautiful scenery and rich history and culture.

The West Lake covers an area of about 6.3 square kilometers and consists of the Outer West Lake, the Inner West Lake and the Tomb of King Yue. The Outer West Lake uses the “Three Causeways” of Su Causeway, Bai Causeway and Yanggong Causeway as the skeleton, and is dotted with islands such as Xiaoyingzhou, Ruan Gongdun and Huxinting, forming a picture of “lakes and mountains”. Lixi Lake is famous for its tranquil environment and rich history and culture. The Tomb of King Yue is the burial place of Yue Fei, the hero of the Southern Song Dynasty who fought against the Jin Dynasty.

The four seasons of West Lake have different scenery, with spring, summer, autumn and winter each having its own characteristics. In spring, the West Lake is full of flowers and the birds are singing and the flowers are fragrant; in the spring, the West Lake is full of flowers and the birds are chirping and the flowers are fragrant. In summer, lotus flowers bloom and green trees line the area. In autumn, the red leaves are like fire and the scenery is pleasant; in winter, the West Lake is covered in silver, giving it a unique flavor.

The advantages of Hangzhou tourism are mainly reflected in the following aspects:

Beautiful natural scenery: Hangzhou has many natural landscapes such as West Lake, Thousand Island Lake, Fuchun River, etc. Among them, West Lake is known as the “Paradise on Earth”.
Long history and culture: Hangzhou is the ancient capital of six dynasties and has many historical and cultural relics, such as Yue Wang Tomb, Lingyin Temple, etc.
Modernization of urban construction: Hangzhou is a modern metropolis with high level of urban construction, convenient transportation and complete supporting facilities.
Improved tourism services: Hangzhou’s tourism industry is mature and has a complete tourism service system that can meet the needs of different tourists.

Hangzhou six days and five nights travel guide
first day

Morning: Arrive in Hangzhou and go to the hotel to put your luggage.
Afternoon: Visit West Lake, you can choose to take a boat or walk.
Evening: Watch the night view of West Lake, you can choose to dine at a lakeside restaurant or enjoy it on a cruise ship.
the next day

Morning: Visit Lingyin Temple and experience the history and culture of Hangzhou.
Afternoon: Go to Songcheng and experience the culture of the Song Dynasty.
Evening: Watch the large-scale performance "Eternal Love in Song City" and experience the prosperity of the Song Dynasty.
The third day

Morning: Visit Leifeng Pagoda and experience the love story of Hangzhou.
Afternoon: Go to Longjing Village and taste Longjing tea.
Evening: Watch a Peking Opera or Yue Opera performance and experience the traditional culture of Hangzhou.
The fourth day

Morning: Visit Yuewang Tomb and learn about Yue Fei’s story of resisting the Jin Dynasty.
Afternoon: Go to Xixi Wetland and experience the unique customs of Jiangnan Water Town.
Evening: Take a paddle boat in Xixi Wetland and enjoy the night view.
fifth day

Morning: Visit the Six Harmonies Pagoda and experience the Buddhist culture of Hangzhou.
Afternoon: Go to the China Tea Museum to learn about the history and development of Chinese tea culture.
Evening: Taste Hangzhou cuisine at a Hangzhou specialty restaurant.
The sixth day

Morning: Free time, you can choose to go shopping or visit other attractions.
Afternoon: Depart Hangzhou by plane or train.
Precautions

Hangzhou's summers are hot and rainy, and its winters are cold and wet. It is recommended to travel in spring and autumn.
Hangzhou is a popular tourist city, so it is recommended to book hotels and air tickets in advance.
There are many scenic spots in the West Lake Scenic Area, so it is recommended to choose a tour based on your own interests.
Lingyin Temple is a famous Buddhist temple in Hangzhou with strong incense. It is recommended to go there early.
Songcheng is a large theme park, so it is recommended to purchase tickets in advance.
Leifeng Pagoda is a landmark building in Hangzhou. It is recommended to go there at night to enjoy the beautiful night view.
Longjing Village is the origin of Longjing tea, where you can taste authentic Longjing tea.
Here are some recommended food for Hangzhou travel:

West Lake Vinegar Fish: A famous dish in Hangzhou, using West Lake Vinegar Fish as raw material, it is sweet and sour.
Dongpo Pork: A famous dish in Hangzhou, using pork as raw material, it is fat but not greasy.
Longjing Shrimp: A famous dish in Hangzhou, using Longjing shrimp as raw material, it is fragrant and tender.
Beggar's Chicken: A famous dish in Hangzhou, using chicken as raw material, it has a fragrant aroma.
West Lake Lotus Root Noodle: A famous snack in Hangzhou, using lotus root starch as raw material, it is cool and refreshing.
Itinerary suggestions

Day 1: You can visit West Lake first and experience the natural scenery of Hangzhou. In the evening, you can choose to dine at a lakeside restaurant and enjoy the night view of the West Lake.
The next day: You can visit Lingyin Temple in the morning and experience the history and culture of Hangzhou. In the afternoon, you can go to Songcheng and experience the culture of the Song Dynasty. In the evening, you can watch the large-scale performance "Songcheng Eternal Love".
Day 3: You can visit Leifeng Pagoda in the morning and experience the love story of Hangzhou. In the afternoon, you can go to Longjing Village and taste Longjing tea. In the evening, you can choose to watch a Peking Opera or Yue Opera performance to experience the traditional culture of Hangzhou.
Day 4: You can visit Yuewang Tomb in the morning and learn about Yue Fei’s story of resisting the Jin Dynasty. In the afternoon, you can go to Xixi Wetland and experience the unique customs of Jiangnan Water Town. In the evening, you can choose to take a paddle boat in Xixi Wetland and enjoy the night view.
Day 5: You can visit the Six Harmonies Pagoda in the morning and experience the Buddhist culture of Hangzhou. In the afternoon, you can go to the China Tea Museum to learn about the history and development of Chinese tea culture. In the evening, you can choose to taste Hangzhou cuisine in a specialty restaurant in Hangzhou.
Day 6: Free time in the morning, including shopping or visiting other attractions. Depart Hangzhou by plane or train in the afternoon.
Of course, you can adjust it to suit your interests and time.

I hope this guide can help you plan a pleasant trip to Hangzhou!

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