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Ask a QuestionZhejiang Province, is located in the southeast of China with long history, profound culture and beautiful natural scenery. Boasting many famous water towns, you can enjoy the typical and picturesque water towns in Zhejiang. With Lingyin Temple, West Lake and Leifeng Tower, you can know about the long history and Buddhist culture in Zhejiang. With Xixi Wetland, Shenxianju Scenic Area and Thousand Island Lake, you can enjoy the picturesque natural scenery of Zhejiang. Also, Zhejiang is the birthplace of the Alibaba, where you can experience the convenient mobile payment in China. Let’s read on to find more things to explore in Zhejiang Province.
Location: Xihu Street, Xihu District, Hangzhou, Zhejiang Province
West Lake is one of the most famous and popular destinations in Hangzhou and Zhejiang Province. There are ten famous views of Hangzhou, including Spring Dawn at Su Causeway, Lotus in the Breeze at Crooked Courtyard, Autumn Moon over the Calm Lake, Melting Snow on Broken Bridge, Twin Peaks Piercing the Clouds, Three Pools Mirroring the Moon, Viewing Fish at Flower Pond, Evening Bell Ringing at Nanping Hill, Leifeng Pagoda in Evening Glow and Orioles Singing in the Willows. No matter when you visit the West Lake in Hangzhou, you will get beautiful scenery.
Location: No. 1 Fayunnong, Xihu District, Hangzhou, Zhejiang Province, China
Lingyin Temple is one of the most famous temples in China. At the Lingyin Temple, you can know about the Buddhist culture in China. At the Lingyin Temple, you can burn incense and worship at the famous Buddhist temple of China. You can also taste the vegetarian foods and noodles inside the Lingyin Temple.
Location: 518 Tianmushan Road, Xihu District, Hangzhou, Zhejiang Province, China
Xixi Wetland is located in the west of Hangzhou, which is 6 kilometers from the Hangzhou downtown and 5 kilometers from the West Lake. In spring, you can enjoy the lush surroundings of the plants at the Xixi Wetland. In summer, you can take the Yaolu boat on the Xixi Wetland. In autumn, you can enjoy the stunning view if the reed blossoms. In winter, you can enjoy the plum blossoms at the Xixi Wetland. Xixi Wetland is also a nice destination for birds watching.
At the Xixi Wetland, you can experience hiking to fully experience the beauty of this wetland national park in the city. You can also take the Yaolu boat to enjoy the scenery of the Xixi Wetland.
Location: No.1 Meiceng Road, Putuo District, Zhoushan, Zhejiang Province, China
Putuo Mountain is one of the most famous Buddhist mountains in China. There are 3 main temples in Putuo Mountain, Puji Temple, Fayu Temple and Huiji Temple. Puji Temple is the oldest temple at the Putuo Mountain, which is located at the foot of the Putuo Mountain. Fayu Temple is located in the mountainside of the Putuo Mountain, which is magnificent and exquisite. Huiji Temple is located at the top of the Putuo Mountain, which is with typical architectural design of the Chinese classical gardens.
The statue of the Guanyin(The South China Sea Buddhism Goddess) is the landmark of the Putuo Mountain. Wanfo Pagoda is one of the landmarks of Putuo Mountain. The night view of the Wanfo Pagoda is also charming.
Location: Baita Town, Xianju County, Zhejiang Province, China
Shenxianju Scenic Area is one of the most famous destinations in Zhejiang Province with cliffs, waterfalls, bridges, peaks and sea of clouds. Guanyin Peak is a iconic landmark of the Shenxianju Scenic Area. The huge stone at the top of the peak looks like the Guanyin(Avalokitesvara), hence the name. There are two iconic bridges at the Shenxianju Scenic Area, Ruyi Bridge and Wolong Bridge. Ruyi Bridge connects cliffs, providing glass bridge experience.
Location: Tongxiang, Jiaxing, Zhejiang Province, China
Wuzhen Ancient Town is one of the most famous water towns in the south of the Yangtze River. With a history of over 1,000 years, Wuzhen is a nice destination to know about the typical water towns in China. At day, you can take a Yaolu boat to experience the life of the local people in the past. At night, you can enjoy the charming night view of the ancient town, which brings you back to the ancient time. At Wuzhen Ancient Town, you can also experience the Wuzhen Theatre Festival, which was created by famous actors, directors and actresses of China.
Location: Xitang Town, Jiaxing, Zhejiang Province, China
Xitang Ancient Town is one of the most famous water towns in Zhejiang and the south of the Yangtze River. At the Xitang Ancient Town, you can see typical architectures of the south of the Yangtze River with white walls and black tile. With ancient bridges, ancient buildings and ancient streets, there are many things to do at Xitang Ancient Town. Taking a Yaolu boat on the rivers of the Xitang Ancient Town, you can experience the slow-paced life at the water town in the south of the Yangtze River.
Location: Nanxun District, Huzhou, Zhejiang Province, China
Nanxun Ancient Town is one of the most famous water towns in Zhejiang and the south of the Yangtze River. As typical water town in the south of the Yangtze River, Nanxun ancient town is picturesque with long history. Strolling around the Nanxun Ancient Town, you can know about its history, explore the architectures and enjoy the wonderful natural scenery of buildings and water. Taking the Yaolu boat is one of the best ways to explore the beauty of the Nanxun Ancient Town. Tasting a cup of tea, listening to the Pingtan and tasting the local foods and snacks are worth trying in the Nanxun Ancient Town.
Location: No.15 Nanshan Road, Xihu District, Hangzhou, Zhejiang Province, China
Leifeng Pagoda is one of the landmarks of West Lake Scenic Area and Hangzhou, which is located at the top of the Xizhao Hill in the south of the West Lake. Leifeng Tower is one of the Ten Views of the West Lake with the famous Leifeng Pagoda in Evening Glow. Standing on the Leifeng Tower, you can have a panoramic view of the surrounding landscapes of the West Lake and Hangzhou. Also, you can know about the love story of the white snake and Xu Xian.
Location: Chunan County, Hangzhou, Zhejiang Province, China
With over 1,000 islands, the Thousand Island Lake is one of the most famous destinations in Hangzhou. It is located 129 kilometers from Hangzhou downtown. At the Thousand Island Lake, you can have a panoramic view of the islands and the lake at the view platforms of the Meifeng Island. You can also enjoy the stunning view of the sunset at the Thousand Island Lake. And the local fish of the Thousand Island Lake is worth trying.
Location: Hengdian Town, Dongyang, Jinhua, Zhejiang Province, China
Hengdian World Studios is a popular destination in Jinhua of Zhejiang Province. Known as the Hollywood in China, Hengdian World Studios is the largest shooting base of film and television. There are theme scenic areas in Hengdian World Studios including The Palace of Emperor Qin, Palace of Ming and Qing Dynasties, Guangzhou Street and Hong Kong Street, New Yuanmingyuan Garden, etc. There are many vivid scenes of shooting of film and television at Hengdian World Studios. If you are interested in the shooting of the film and television, Hengdian World Studios is a nice choice for you.
Location: Gongshu District, Hangzhou, Zhejiang Province, China
Hangzhou is part of the Beijing-Hangzhou Grand Canal, where you can know about the Grand Canal of China. Alongside the Hangzhou Grand Canal, you can see the Gongchen Bridge, one of the landmarks of the Hangzhou Grand Canal. At the Qiaoci Historical and Cultural Block, you can know about the Intangible cultural heritage and life of the old Hangzhou. At the Xiaohe Historical and Cultural Block, you can explore the shops at the street. At the Dalou Road Historical and Cultural Block, you can visit the Xiangji Temple and taste a cup of tea.
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