About
A blend of ancient history, misty lakes, and modern tech.
Why go
- Feels like stepping into a traditional chinese painting
- A city where nature and urban life blend seamlessly
- Peaceful, calm, serene
Must try
- West lake
- Longjing tea fields
- Lingyin temple
- Matcha lake
- Dongpo pork
Pro tips
- Take a high-speed train from shanghai, about 1 hour
- One day is not enough, recommend at least one night
- Best to visit march-may and september-november
- Use amap global app for navigation
- Rent a bike to explore west lake
Good to know
- Attractions are more spread out, plan your route
- Don't force a full loop around the lake, pick 2-3 sections
- Festival periods fill accommodation fast and prices spike
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Rating
4.7 / 5