Qiantang River is the lagest river in Hanzgzhou, Zhejiang Province. Qiantang River Tidal Waves is the greatest tidal bore in the world. The Qiantang River Tidal Bore is caused by the mixed attraction of the moon and the sun for the sea and the special Hangzhou Bay. The tidal bore is known as a wonder of the world. Yanguan, Haining is believed to be the best and most famous site to view the Qiantang tidal out wave,about 45 km from Hangzhou. On the each 18thday of the eighth month by the Chinese Lunar calendar,, thousands of visitors both from home and abroad flock to Haining to view the spectacular view of the tidal waves. The largest tidal river bore in the world, China, can be 4m high, 3km wide and travel at speeds in excess of 20 mph. At certain locations reflected waves can reach 10m and the roar can be heard over an hour before its arrival.
September and October are best times to view the wave. Join the festive crowds in Yanguan Town in Haining or Xiaoshan in Hangzhou, and on the 18th day of the 8th lunar month - the traditional tide watching day, or Birthday Of The God Of Waves draws thousands from across the country to await the coming of the bore.
