Hangzhou Cultural Highlights
Discover Hangzhou's rich cultural heritage through its iconic landmarks such as the UNESCO World Heritage West Lake, renowned for its scenic causeways and historic significance. Visit ancient Buddhist sites like Lingyin Temple, admire architectural marvels including the multi-story Liuhe and Leifeng Pagodas, and explore premier museums dedicated to silk, traditional crafts, fans, art, and the grand history of the China Grand Canal.
A West Lake
West Lake is a freshwater lake in Hangzhou, China. It is divided into five sections by three causeways.
B Tickets for Lingyin Temple
Lingyin Temple is a Buddhist temple of the Chan sect located north-west of Hangzhou, Zhejiang Province, China.
C Liuhe Pagoda
Liuhe Pagoda, literally Six Harmonies Pagoda, is a multi-story Chinese pagoda in southern Hangzhou, Zhejiang province, China.
D Leifeng Pagoda
Leifeng Pagoda is a five story tall tower with eight sides, located on Sunset Hill south of the West Lake in Hangzhou, Zhejiang, China.
E Zhejiang Provincial Museum
The Zhejiang Provincial Museum is the provincial museum of Zhejiang, China, located in Hangzhou.
F China Silk Museum
A fascinating (and free) museum describing and demonstrating how exactly silk is made. Well worth the visit.
G Zhejiang Art Museum
Praised not only for the four floors of gorgeous artwork it houses, but also for the outstanding building itself.
H China Fan Museum
The name speaks for itself. All sorts of fans - old, new, large, small - can be seen here at this elegant and graceful museum.
I Hangzhou Arts & Crafts Museum
A recently opened museum. The former factory now houses an intriguing institution with plenty of hands-on opportunities.
China Grand Canal Museum
Devoted to the longest canal in the world and its long history that rivals the Chinese Wall. Often missed, but captivating.
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