City
Hangzhou
City of West Lake Paradise
West Lake sceneryClassical gardensTea cultureTechnology innovationRefined aesthetics
Best Time to Visit:April-May and September-October for pleasant weather and clear lake reflections.
Asia/Shanghai
CNY
Mandarin, Wu dialect
About Hangzhou
Hangzhou is one of China's most elegant cities, celebrated for West Lake (Xihu), consistently ranked among the world's most beautiful lakes. The city blends natural beauty with cultural refinement, featuring classical gardens, temples, and pagodas reflected in the water. Modern Hangzhou is also a technology hub, home to Alibaba and innovation companies. The city successfully balances tradition with modernity, nature with urban development.
Places in Hangzhou
Highlights
1
West Lake and scenic causeways
2
Classical gardens and temples
3
Leifeng Pagoda views
4
Traditional tea culture
5
Modern technology parks
Climate & Best Time to Visit
Subtropical climate with distinct seasons. Cool winters (2-12°C), hot humid summers (26-36°C), spring and fall pleasant.
Getting There
Hangzhou Xiaoshan Airport has international connections. High-speed rail to major cities nationwide. Local public transport excellent with metro system.
Practical Tips
Comfortable shoes for extensive lake walks and temple exploration
Light layers for temperature variations
Book West Lake area accommodations well in advance
Try local West Lake fish cuisine
Rent bicycles for scenic exploration
Quick Facts
Best Time to Visit
April-May and September-October for pleasant weather and clear lake reflections.
Timezone
Asia/Shanghai
Currency
CNY
Language
Mandarin, Wu dialect