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Visit historic and scenic West Lake, witness the epic tidal bores along the Qiantang River and marvel at the architecture and beauty of Buddhist temples—these are just some of the places to include in your Hangzhou journey when you stay at Mumian Hangzhou. You’ll also find upscale shopping malls, public squares, street markets and local delicacies in Hangzhou, one of China’s eight ancient capitals that’s often hailed as “heaven on earth” for its picturesque scenery.

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Since the 9th century, West Lake and the surrounding hills have inspired artists of all kinds—painter, poets and more. Explore the landscape, pavilions, pagodas, temples, islands and causeways at this UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Westlake Cultural Landscape of Hangzhou

Considered one of China’s 10 most famous Buddhist temples, Lingyin Temple sits in a narrow valley northwest of West Lake. Marvel at the architecture and carvings in the main halls and stroll the grottos and gardens featuring bamboo, flowering magnolia and other plants and trees.

Lingyin Temple

A tidal bore known as the Silver Dragon is the largest such phenomenon on the planet, awing visitors with its speed and undulating waves that can reach 6–9 meters (20–30 feet). There are several places to witness the tidal bore, with Yanguan Scenic Spot in Haining considered a top location.

Qiantang River Tidal Bore

Learn all about beloved tea, from growing to processing across centuries, at this museum, which offers free admission and exhibitions in Chinese and English.

China National Tea Museum

This temple and mausoleum near West Lake was built in 1221 and is dedicated to Yue Fei, a military general from the Southern Song Dynasty.

Yue Fei Temple

This large shopping mall features international and domestic brands of clothing, cosmetics, jewelry, electronics and more, with many being luxury brands.

MixC Mall

This market near West Lake is an ideal place to walk around and see, hear and smell the signature delicacies cooking, from noodles to sausages to spicy skewers to insects. Beyond food, there are stalls selling silver jewelry, handmade crafts, clothing, antiques and more.

Wulin Night Market

Shop, eat dumplings and other local delicacies, and soak up the culture while walking this ancient street. Nearby Wushan Square, located on Wushan Mountain near historic and culture sites, is a lively and scenic place ideal for trying local food and shopping, of all kinds including antiques.

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