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Ask a QuestionZhejiang Province is one of the most famous province is the southeast of China. Boasting mountains, wetlands, canal, lakes, water towns, terraces and tea culture, there are many things to explore in Zhejiang. In Hangzhou, you can visit the West Lake, Lingyin Temple and the tea villages. In Taizhou, you can see the popular Shenxianju Scenic Area. In Wenzhou, you can climb the magnificent Yandang Mountain. In Jiaxing, you can explore the famous water towns. In Jinhua, you can see the largest shooting base of film and television. Let’s find out the best time to visit Zhejiang together.
Location: Leqing, Wenzhou, Zhejiang Province, China
Yandang Mountain is one of the most famous mountains in the southeast of China. There are ancient temples, pavilions, inscriptions and other historical sites at the Yandang Mountain. At the Lingyan Scenic Area, you can see the huge and high rock of the Yandang Mountain. Having a panoramic view of the landscapes from the top of the Lingyan Scenic Area is really trilling and amazing. At the Fangdong Scenic Area, you can have a rest at the cafe. There is a famous Sky Bridge at the Fangdong Scenic Area. There are shuttle bus at the Yandang Mountain Scenic Area, and you don’t need to walk a lot.
Visiting West Lake in January, you can have a panoramic view of the West Lake at the Leifeng Tower. If it is snowy in Hangzhou, you may have chance to witness the Broken Bridge in the Melting Snow. And there are many sunny days in January, when you can enjoy the scenery of the West Lake clearly.
There are many water towns in Zhejiang Province, including Wuzhen Ancient Town, Nanxun Ancient Town, Xitang Ancient Town, Puyuan Ancient Town, etc. At the water towns, if it snows, you can see the ancient bridge and buildings with black tile and white walls in the snow, which is pure and beautiful.
With pleasant weather in February, Jiande is an ideal destination in Hangzhou. The annual average temperature of Xin’anjiang River is 17℃. In February, the temperature of the Xin’anjiang River is not cold. In the morning, the Xin’anjiang River in the mist is like a wonderland. The Xin’anjiang Bridge is a landmark of Jiande, which is beautiful in the mist.
With a history over 1,700 years, Yanzhou Ancient Town is a nice destination in Jiande of Hangzhou. There are many delicious foods to taste in Jiande, and you can stroll around the Yanzhou Ancient Town and taste the local foods.
March is a good time to visit the water towns in Zhejiang. In March, the plants in Nanxun Ancient Town turn lush, the lush greenery, buildings with white walls and black tile, boats, ancient bridges and the rivers compose of a beautiful picture. Even in rainy or foggy days, the Nanxun Ancient Town is still beautiful like a wonderland.
April is a good time to enjoy the wonderful scenery of the West Lake. In April, you can enjoy the Spring Dawn at the Su Causeway in the Su Causeway in the West Lake. During this time, you can see the lush willows, pink peach flowers and the clam surface of the West Lake. You can enjoy the beautiful color of spring at the Su Causeway and enjoy the breeze blowing. And you can also have a panoramic view of the West Lake at the Broken Bridge in April with the lush willows. You can visit the Three Pools Mirroring the Moon at the West lake by taking a boat, and it is still beautiful in misty or rainy days.
In April, you can visit the Longjing Tea Village in Hangzhou. April is the picking time of the Longjing tea leaves. During this time, you can see the Longjing Tea Village covered by lush tea trees and smell the fragrance of the Longjing tea. At the Longjing Tea Village, you can experience tea leaves picking and making tea leaves as well as knowing about the tea culture of China. You can taste a cup of tea at the Longjing Tea Village in April.
Shenxianju Scenic Area is a famous destination in Taizhou of Zhejiang Province. It is national forest park. At the Shenxianju Scenic Area, you can see the Guanyin Peak, Rulai Peak, Tianmu Peak, sea of clouds, flying waterfalls and inscriptions on the Kedou Cliffs.
There are famous bridges in the Shenxianju Scenic Area, including Ruyi Bridge, Wolong Bridge, Yuanmeng Bridge and Nanhai Bridge. At climbing the Shenxianju Scenic Area, you don’t need to walk to much. There is elevators at the Shenxianju Scenic Area. And there are some viewing platforms at the Shenxianju Scenic Area like the Lotus Terrace, Taichi Terrace and Nantianding Viewing Platform.
As one of the most famous Buddhist mountains in China, Putuo Mountain is located in Zhoushan of Zhejiang Province. At the Putuo Mountain, you can experience the Buddhist culture by visiting the Buddhist temples. You can also enjoy the sea scenery of the Zhoushan Islands.
Grand Canal is an important ancient canal, which is the longest in the world. As one of the oldest canals, you can explore the history and culture of the Grand Canal in Zhejiang Province. Hangzhou is the starting point of the Grand Canal, and part of the Grand Canal is in Zhejiang Province. In Hangzhou and other cities of Zhejiang, you can experience the beauty of Zhejiang as well as the ancient bridges and the streets alongside the Grand Canal.
In July, the lotus on the lake are blooming, making the West Lake more beautiful. At the West Lake in July, you can see the wonderful lotus and lotus leaves and smell the fragrance of the lotus in the pavilion. Visiting the West Lake in July, please be prepared for the crowds in Hangzhou in summer vacation of China.
In July, Zhejiang is hot. If you are interested in shopping, you can visit the International Trade Center in Yiwu. With rich products with high quality and economical price, Yiwu International Trade Center is the paradise of shopping lovers. Many merchants from home and abroad will procure in Yiwu every year. There are tens of thousands of stores at Yiwu International Trade Center, you can stroll around the stores slowly in Yiwu.
In August, to avoid the heat, you can visit the Yunhe Terraces in Lishui. With altitude of 200 to 1,400 meters, Yunhe Terraces is one of the most famous terraces in the southeastern China. In the morning, you may see the Yunhe Terraces in the mist. In August, you will see the lush terraces, villages and the mountains, which are beautiful and relaxing.
Thousand Island Lake is as beautiful as island in August. With over a thousand islands, having a panoramic view of the Thousand Island Lake is impressive. You will see the green islands and the water like sea. There are several viewing platforms at the Thousand Island Lake, where you can overlook the lake. At the Thousand Island Lake, you can enjoy the stunning sunrise and sunset. You can also cycle around the lake. And strolling around the lake is also comfortable. By the way, the fish at Thousand Island Lake is worth tasting.
Xixi Wetland is a popular destination in Hangzhou with the waterways and beautiful reeds. In September, you can enjoy the lush surroundings at the Xixi Wetland. You can take a boat to enjoy the slow pace of Hangzhou. Taking a boat on the rivers at the Xixi Wetland, you will fully experience the beauty of the wetland and the fresh air in this environment.
September is a good time to witness the magnificent tides of the Qiantang River. At the specific date, you will see the splendid tides of the Qiantang River in Hangzhou. And there are many places that you can see the tides of the Qiantang River.
Recommended Viewing Points of Qiantang River: Beauty Dam, Zhutoujiao Dam, Bagong Section of Dajiangdong, Jiuxi, Jiangdong Bridge, City Balcony, Xiasha Bridge, Hainingyanguan, Laoyancang
Mogan Mountain is located in Deqin County, Huzhou of Zhejiang Province. Mogan Mountain is known as its bamboo forest and villas in the mountains, which is suitable for relaxing. In October, the rice fields turn golden and the tree leaves start to turn yellow, orange or red. The colorful Mogan Mountain is more beautiful during this time. You can stroll around the roads in the mountain and breathe the fresh air in the mountain.
In October, the terraces in the Yunhe Terraces turn golden. Standing on the viewing platforms of the Yunhe Terraces, you can have a panoramic view of the golden terraces, villages and the surrounding landscapes. At the Yunhe Terraces, you can enjoy the stunning sunset and ea of clouds, making it a wonderland.
If you are interested in the shooting base of China, Hengdian World Studio is an ideal destination for you in Zhejiang Province. At the Hengdian Studio, you can see many scenes of film and television shooting. You can see the magnificent palaces, palaces of Ming and Qing dynasties, streets of Guangzhou and Hong Kong, New Yuanmingyuan Garden, etc.
Xuedou Mountain is located in Xikou Town, Fenghua District, Ningbo of Zhejiang Province. As a famous and popular destination in Ningbo, you can see waterfalls, pools and statues of Buddha at the Xuedou Mountain. At the viewing platform of the Xuedou Mountain, you can have a panoramic view of the mountain and its surrounding landscapes. In December, there are many sunny and clear days, which is suitable for mountain climbing and exploring the Buddhist culture.
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