Area Attractions

Located at the north-west of the West Lake at Hangzhou, Lingyin Temple is one of the oldest and most significant ancient Buddhist temple of China. As the largest of several temples in Hangzhou's Wulin Mountains, with its long history and charming scenery, Lingyin Temple attracts thousands of visitors and Buddhist faithful every day.

Originally built in 970 then reconstructed in 1165, ‘Six Harmonies Pagoda’ was reputedly built as a navigational aid and to calm the tidal bore. Ascend the hexagonal, 60m-tall, multi-tiered structure via a spiral staircase for great views.

Ancient cobbled street dating back to the Southern Song Dynasty (1127–1279), today lined with Chinese medicine pharmacies, museums, eateries, teahouses and traditional shops selling local handicrafts and snacks.

Leifeng Pagoda is a 5-story tall tower with eight sides, located on Sunset Hill south of the West Lake in Hangzhou. Originally constructed in the year AD 975, it collapsed in 1924 but was rebuilt in 2002, since when it has been a popular tourist attraction.

Set amid vast tea plantations, China’s only tea museum details the production process, history, evolution, customs and etiquette of tea and offers ceremonies and tasting. Nearby villages harvest longjing (dragon well), China’s most famous green tea.

One of the largest textile museums in the world, the 23,000-sqm China National Silk Museum displays ancient costumes and Chinese fabrics, in particular silks sourced from sites along the Silk Road.

Located on the southern tip of West Lake and houses within a striking geometric structure, Zhejiang Art Museum focuses on the collection and exhibition of works by contemporary artists from Zhejiang or who focus on the province.

Still in its original complex built in 1874, Hu Qing Yu Tang is a working Traditional Chinese Medicine clinic, pharmacy and museum. Witness the fascinating process from the gathering and mixing of herbs to the making of tablets and powders.

Performed on a stage below the surface of the lake, hundreds of performers create a spectacle of light, music and dance based on local legends. Directed by Zhang Yimou who created the opening and closing ceremonies at the 2008 Beijing Olympics.

Legends of the Song Dynasty (960–1279) are brought to life in spectacular fashion through actors, dancers and acrobats in colourful costumes aided by dramatic lighting and special effects.

An imperial garden during the Southern Song Dynasty (1127–1279), the 20-sq-km Liulang Wenying Park is replete with pavilions, bridges and lawns. Alongside willows, you can also spot magnolia, plum, purple nanmu and cedar trees.

‘Shuang Feng Cha Yun’ refers to the South Peak and North Peak, mirroring each other 5km apart. Ascend either hill via narrow winding paths to enjoy panoramic West Lake views. The North Peak is where Lingyin Temple is located.

Built in the 11th century, Su Causeway is a 2.8-km north-south embankment across West Lake connected by stone bridges and lined with willow, hibiscus and magnolia trees. Early morning is a great time to visit to avoid the crowds.

Pictured on the RMB1 bill, Lesser Yingzhou Isle is a man-made islet built during the Ming Dynasty (1368–1644). On the lake, are three stone pagodas and during a full moon, candles are lit and placed inside to resemble moonlight on the lake.

Bustling night market lined with stalls selling inexpensive clothing, accessories, trinkets, silk and tea. Good street food on nearby Renhe Lu.

Located in the commercial core block, Wulin Square includes shopping, dining, entertainment, and convention and exhibition facilities. In addition to the world-class luxury brands, Hangzhou Tower also features a financial centre, fine dining, and other sophisticated lifestyle attractions.

Hangzhou MIXC is a large-scale mixed-use development located in the city’s central business district and represents a sophisticated lifestyle. With multiple functions, including retail, leisure, food and beverage, entertainment, and office facilities, it has brought together a number of international luxury brands, as well as the first IMAX theatre in Hangzhou.

This group of merchandise stores includes three Intime in Hangzhou stores, namely Wu Lin Intime, West Lake Intime, and Qing Chun Intime, which feature department stores and leisure and food facilities in one comprehensive retail complex.