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How to Visit Feilai Peak Grottoes in Hangzhou

Saturday, January 1st, 2022
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Planning your Hangzhou tour? Unquestionably, walking, cycling around or boating on the West Lake (UNESCO World Cultural Heritage) will be your first choice. But Hangzhou is a city of no one-trick pony. Feilai Peak Buddhist Grottoes (Chinese:飞来峰石刻 Feilai Feng) is one of the impressive sites in Hangzhou, which is worth your exploration 2-3 hour together with a visit to Lingyin Temple.

Feilai Peak is located about 10km west of Hyatt Regency Hangzhou ( Google)

ABC of Feilai Peak ( Peak Flying from afar )

Feilai Peak, literally, “Peak flying from afar”, is located near Lingyin Temple, separated by a stream. The peak is of craggy limestone formation, quite different from the surrounding sandstone mountains, hence the name of the Feilai Peak (the Flying Peak). Its name is also related to a legend that the peak was thought to have flown from India, a manifestation of the omnipotence of Buddhism.

The charm of the legendary peak are the over 470 stone statues carved on its hillsides and riverbanks between the 10th and 14th centuries. 335 of the 470 Buddhist carvings are relatively well preserved. The grottoes in the Flying Peak have filled vacuum of Buddhist carvings done in the period ranging from Five Dynasties and Ten Kingdoms (907-960) to Yuan Dynasty (1271 – 1368).

Most of the grottoes were made during Song Dynasty ( over 200 statues) and Yuan Dynasty ( 116 statues). Only a small number of the stone statues were done in Five Dynasties and Ten Kingdoms (907-960) period. The earliest rock carving was made in 951. The Flying Peak Grottoes were representative of the Buddhist rock carvings after Dunhuang Mogao Grottoes, Datong Yungang Grottoes, Tianshui Maijishan Grottoes and Luoyang Longmen Grottoes.

How to get there & Entrance fees

Feilai Peak, adjacent to Lingyin Temple, can be effortlessly reached by taking the public buses – Bus lines: Y1, Y2, K 7, Y2, J17, 837, K7、K807, J18, K837

The Flying Peak Entrance Fee: RMB 45
Lingyin Temple Entrance Fee: RMB 35

Virtual Tour of Feilai Peak Grottoes

Now follow me to have a glimpse of the impressive rock carving statues dotted on the hillsides and Lengquan Brook along the peak. Let’s go visit each major caves where grottoes and niches are housed in the peak including Qinglin Cave, Yuru Cave, Longhong Cave, and more scattered caves and niches.

You’ d better off visiting the niches and caves on the hillsides of the Flying Peak by following the paths along the far east side of the stream, and then move on to Lingyin Temple.

Qinglin Cave

Starting from the far east, you first visit Qinglin Cave, which is also known as Tiger Cave since its south entrance looks like a tiger’s mouth.The cave has an area of 373 square meters with 23 niches and 178 statues. Most of the statues were carved in the style of Wuyue Kingdom (907-978) during the Five Dynasties period (907-960) and Northern Song Dynasty (960-1127).

The South Entrance to Qinglin Cave

The South Entrance to Qinglin Cave
The South Entrance to Qinglin Cave

The Rock Carving of Locana Buddhist Ceremony at the entrance

The Rock Carving of Locana Buddhist Ceremony at the entrance
The Rock Carving of Locana Buddhist Ceremony at the entrance

The Buddhist Statues of the Three Saints of Huayan carved at the entrance

The Buddhist Statues of the Three Saints of Huayan carved at the entrance
The Buddhist Statues of the Three Saints of Huayan carved at the entrance

The Three Saints of the West carved in 951 inside the cave, the earliest Buddhist carving in Feilai Peak Grottoes.

The Three Saints of the West carved in 951 inside the cave

The Three Saints of the West carved in 951 inside the cave
The Three Saints of the West carved in 951 inside the cave

The carved 18 arhats above a huge rock bed also known as Master Ji Gong’s rock bed and his fingerprint.

The carved 18 arhats above a huge rock bed
The carved 18 arhats above a huge rock bed
The carved 18 arhats above a huge rock bed
The carved 18 arhats above a huge rock bed

Yuru Cave

Move on to Yuru cave. The cave is also known as Cave of Bats or Cave Arhats. “Yuru” literally means “Jade Milk” named after the milk-like drippings of limestone from the ceiling.

The cave has an area of 270 square meters. There is a group of arhats, relief carvings and God of thunder. On the cliff at the eastern entrance there are 6 niches and 39 statues.

a group of arhats
a group of arhats

Ligong Pagoda

Ligong Pagoda is the only remaining Ming-era pagoda in Hangzhou, made of stones with six stories and six sides.

Li Gong Stone Pagoda
Li Gong Stone Pagoda

Longhong Cave

Longhong Cave is also called the Tong Tian Dong (the Cave leading to the sky) or Guanyin Cave. The cave has an area of 253 square meters, housing 43 statues and 27 niches. With a small number statues carved in the Northern Song Dynasty (960 – 1127), most of the statues were carved in Yuan Dynasty (1260 – 1368).

The Entrance to Longhong Cave
The Entrance to Longhong Cave

On the western entrance at Longhong Cave there is a group of 6 statues depicting the pilgrimages made by eminent monks to obtain Buddhist scriptures.

The three people in the middle of the group featured the story of Zhu Shixing of Yinhchuan County that belonged to the Statue of Wei (220-265) during the period of Three Kingdoms (220-280). He was the first Chinese monk who traveled to western Asia for Buddhist scriptures. The relief scripture features three striding human figures leading two horses. It is a pity that the head parts have been damaged.

The relief scripture features three striding human figures leading two horses

The relief scripture features three striding human figures leading two horses
The relief scripture features three striding human figures leading two horses

The 1.3 meter high statue is the eminent monk known as Xuanzhuang in Tang Dynasty. He traveled India and later brought a lot of scriptures from India.

The 1.3 meter high statue
The 1.3 meter high statue

The statue of Maitreya was carved in Chinese style in Yuan Dynasty ( 1172 – 1368) housed in Niche No.22

The statue of Maitreya was carved in Chinese style
The statue of Maitreya was carved in Chinese style

The statue was Sakymuni, a sanskrit-style carved in Yuan Dynasty ( 1172 – 1368)

The statue was Sakymuni, a sanskrit-style carved in Yuan Dynasty
The statue was Sakymuni, a sanskrit-style carved in Yuan Dynasty

The two statues in sitting and standing positions are above the entrance to Longhong Cave.

The two statues in sitting and standing positions
The two statues in sitting and standing positions

The Guanyin Statue inside Longhong Cave. Guanyin, the Bodhisatta of infinite compassion of Mercy.

The Guanyin Statue inside Longhong Cave
The Guanyin Statue inside Longhong Cave

The four Carved Characters on the stone inside Longhong cave says ” Being content is being almost happy”.

The Ancient Carved Characters on the stone inside Longhong cave
The Ancient Carved Characters on the stone inside Longhong cave

The Statue of Manjusri carved in Yuan Dynasty ( 1271 – 1368 ) in the style of Sanskrit.

The Statue of Manjusri carved in Yuan Dynasty
The Statue of Manjusri carved in Yuan Dynasty

Lengquan Brook

It is also known as North Stream and Stone Gate Stream. The brook winds down from Feilai Peak. On the cliffs along the brook, there are 37 niches and 72 statues carved in Yuan Dynasty (1260 – 1368).

Lengquan Brook
Lengquan Brook

On the cliffs along the brook, there are 37 niches and 72 statues carved in Yuan Dynasty (1260 – 1368).

On the cliffs along the brook, there are 37 niches and 72 statues
On the cliffs along the brook, there are 37 niches and 72 statues

The largest niche in Feilai Peak – the Laughing Buddha with 18 arhats – Budai Maitreya, carved on the cliff above the stream.

The largest statue in Feilai Peak - the Laughing Buddha
The largest statue in Feilai Peak – the Laughing Buddha

A stone bridge over the stream leading to the highest statue in Feilai Peak – Umbrella Heaven King, carved in Yuan Dynasty.

A stone bridge o the highest statue in Feilai Peak - Umbrella Heaven King
A stone bridge o the highest statue in Feilai Peak – Umbrella Heaven King

A close-up view of the 2-meter high Umbrella Heaven King housed in 3.1-meter high niche in the style of Sanskrit.

A close-up view of the 2-meter high Umbrella Heaven King
A close-up view of the 2-meter high Umbrella Heaven King

Walk along the stone path on the river bank west of the Umbrella Heavenly King niche, you will will see more niches and statues.

Walk along the river bank, you will see more statues.
Walk along the river bank, you will see more statues.

The Buddha of Infinite Life, carved in Yuan Dynasty in the style of Sanskrit.

The statues of Ushnishavijaya. Ushnishavijaya is one of the three main Buddhist deities of longevity, along with the White Tara and Amitayus. Ushnishavijaya combines aspects of three goddesses (hence her three heads), each associated with a sadhana (wish). Ushnishavijaya has a white colored body, three faces and eight arms.

The statues of Ushnishavijaya
The statues of Ushnishavijaya

The statue of Mahāsthāmaprāpta carved in Yuan Dynasty in the Chinese style.

After visiting Feilai Peak Grottoes, you may cross the brook and visit Lingyin Temple.

Tip:  Hassle-free Hangzhou Guided Tours

If you don’t want to go the do-it-yourself route and prefer the hassle-free escorted tours, here are some options for Hangzhou Guided Tours:

Hangzhou Tour
Hangzhou 4-Day Tour Package
Hangzhou 3-Day Tour Package
Hangzhou Private Tour
Hangzhou Theme Tour
Hangzhou Side Trips
Hangzhou Car Rental with Driver

Further Readings


Top 10 Attractions in Hangzhou
Top 10 Photography Spots in Hangzhou
Night View of West Lake in Hangzhou
The Best hiking trail in Hangzhou
The best time to visit Hangzhou
Hangzhou East Railway Station
Hangzhou Airport Arrival Hall
How to Visit Feilai Peak Grottoes in Hangzhou
Where to stay in Hangzhou
Hangzhou Bicycle Hire
Wushan Night Market in Hangzhou
Pedestrian Streets in Hangzhou
Hangzhou’s Best Bars & Nightclubs
Best Way to Visit Hangzhou from Shanghai
How to Visit Grand Canal Hangzhou
How to Visit Xiling Seal Engravers’ Society
How to Visit Liuhe Pagoda
Hangzhou Tea Plantation
How to Visit Leifeng Pagoda
How to visit Hupao Spring (Tiger Spring) Hangzhou
How to Visit Yellow Dragon Cave in Hangzhou
The Best Place to View Sunrise over West Lake Hangzhou

Any question, just drop a line.

How to Visit Xiling Seal Engravers’ Society

Friday, December 17th, 2021
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Originally established in 1904, Xiling Seal Engravers’ Society (西泠印社), also know as Xiling Seal Art Society in Hangzhou is an association devoted to seal arts, the study of inscriptions on bronze and stones.

In 2009, Xiling Seal Seal Engravers’ Society was listed as World Intangible Cultural Heritage. If you are interested in Chinese traditional culture on your Hangzhou tour, Xiling Seal Engravers’ Society is an ideal place for 1-2 hour exploration.

Xiling Seal Art Society is located at the foot of the west side of Gushan Hill ( the Solitary Hill) in Hangzhou, extending to Bai Cause way linked to the east shore and to Xiling Bridge linked to the north shore. The society occupies an area of 7090 square meters with the 1750 square construction area.

Unlike the traditional layout, the structures of the society are scattered on the west side of Gushan Hill overlooking the West Lake. The major buildings including the Cypress Hall, the Bamboo Pavilion, Yangxian Pavilion, the terraces and Huayan Pagoda cascade the slope of the hill in good order, an excellent gardening landscape of Jiangnan ( the south Yangtze River Delta ).

Seal engraving (篆刻), is a unique art form of Chinese characters – Chinese characters engraved on bronze and stones. It originated in the formation of the Chinese characters in the Yin Dynasty (the later period of the Shang Dynasty, 16th-11th century BC) . The early forms of Chinese characters were engraved on animal bones or tortoise shells. Inscriptions on ancient bronze objects appeared in the Zhou Dynasty (1046 – 256BC). The stone engraving emerged in the mid-Spring and Autumn Period (770-476 BC).

Seals the later dynasties mostly were used as credence or keepsake, and for the collection and appreciation of paintings and calligraphic works. Great masters of seal engravings included Wen Peng, Ding Jing, He Zhen, Deng Shiru, Zhao Ziqian, Wu Changshuo, and Qi Baishi, etc.

Today seals ( “chops” in local colloquial English ) are still widely used instead of handwritten signatures to authenticate official documents or financial tranzactions. Chinese seal-engraving, the art of seal engraving has become more and more popular. Many foreign visitors are now able to appreciate the art form, uniquely Chinese.

Now follow me to visit Xiling Seal Engravers’ Society. Gushan Hill is only for pedestrians and cyclists. So you may bike or walk to Gushan Hill from the east shore ( starting from the Broken Birdge (断桥) or from the north shore at Xiling Bridge (西泠桥). Walk along the south side of the hill and soon you will see a moon gate with white wall and back tiles facing the West Lake – the entrance to Xiling Seal Engravers’ Society.

Xiling Seal Art Society located at Gushan on the West Lake

The entrance to Xiling Seal Engravers’ Society

By the gate, there is a kiosk where an old seal engraver is making the red ink on scrolls from seals (the carved names of the Top 10 West Lake Sights). For a few dollars, you are able to bring back home a souvenir of a scroll with seal red ink.

Making the red ink on scrolls from seals

making the red ink on scrolls from seals
Making the red ink on scrolls from seals

Bai Hall ( Cypress Hall)

A few steps ahead, you see a traditional Chinese building – Bai Hall. Built in the Song Dynasty (960-1279) by the Monk Zhiquan, the hall derived its name from the two Bai Trees (Cypress) which stood at the front in the Chen Dynasty (557-589). The original building collaped long ago.

It was rebuilt in 1876, the second year of the Guangxu’s Reign, with a horizontal board inscribed by Yu Yue, a fmous scholar of the Qing Dynasty (1644-1911).

Bai Hall ( Cypress Hall)
Bai Hall ( Cypress Hall)

The present hall is designed to be used an exhibition hall for the history of the society. A TV is showing the documentary of the society.

The Stone Archway

Starting to climb up the hill through a stone archway on your left hand behind the Bai Hall. Set up in in 1923, the stone archway has a height of 3.3 meters and width of 2.19 meters. On the top of the archway there is the Chinese name of Xiling Seal Engravers’ Society, reading as “Xi Ling Yin She”, inscribed in semi-cursive script.

On each pillar of the archway inscribed with the verse of a couplet inscribed in seal characters, referring to the Stele of Sanlao regarding the Taboo Names and Dates of Death of the Han Dynasty collected in the society and the fact that the society had existed for 20 years. On the right cliff under the archway inscribed four Chinese characters redding as “Jian Ru Jia Jing”, which means “gradually entering blissful circumstances.

The Stone Archway
The Stone Archway

Shijiao Pavilion

Built in 1912, it is one of the early buildings of Xiling Seal Engravers’ Society. The name of Shijiao literally means “Making friends through mental and stones”.

Shanchuan Yulu Library

Built in 1912, it is also one of the early buildings of Xiling Seal Engravers’ Society, a place for members to comment on their seal works, discuss and exchange their views on the seal-cutting arts.

Shanchuan Yulu Library
Shanchuan Yulu Library

Yangxian Pavilion

Originally built in Ming Dynasty ( 1368-1644), it was rebuilt in 1905. It inherited the former name of “Yangxian” of Ming Dynasty which literally means “Admiring the nobles”. With green tiles and white walls, the enclosed pavilion was constructed in a simple and elegant form.

It houses the rich collection of cultural exhibits including the 28 portraits of masters in seal engraving and the full-length portrait of Ding Jing.

Yangxian Pavilion
Yangxian Pavilion

Hongxue Path, Yicang Rock and Yin Spring

Paved in 1913, Longxue Path was covered with an awning and Chinese wistaria was planted here. To the south, the top of the awning was carved with three Chinese characters “Hong Xue Jin” (Hong Xue Path) in regular script.

The name of Hong Xue Path is an allusion to a poem written by Su Dongpu, in which human life is likened to a swan’s footprints found on snow and mud.

Hongxue Path, Yicang Rock and Yin Spring
Hongxue Path, Yicang Rock and Yin Spring

The stone wall to the north of the path is set with a Taihu Rock, which is engraved with two characters “Yi Cang” cut in intaglio in small script. In 1918, Li Shutong had his personal belongings including some seals sealed in a niche here before he took the monk at Hupao Temple in Hangzhou at the age of 39. In the autumn of 1963, to celebrate the sixtieth anniversary of the founding of Xiling Seal Engravers’ Society, the stone niche was unsealed and 93 well-preserved seals were discovered.

Yi Spring is one of the four springs of the society. The place wad once the partition wall of the society. In 1911, the wall collapsed after it had been raining for a long time. A spring bubbled up here after the ground was dug. The Spring was named Yi Quan ( Yin Spring).

Liang Hall

Originally built in the Shaoxing’s Reign (1131-1162) of the Song Dynasty (960-1279), the hall once saw hundreds of plums planted before it and was regarded the most fantastic view at that time.

Unfortunately, the original hall decayed a long ago. Rebuilt 1924, the outer wall of the hall now has 9 stone carving with the inscription of Verse Prose on Xi Ma, written by Yue Fei, famous patriotic general of the Southern Song Dynasty ( 127-1279).

Liang Hall
Liang Hall

Tixian Pavilion

Continue to walk up the stone steps, on the hill top terrace, you will see a thatched pavilion – Tixian Pavilion, which literally means “Scraping the Mosses”, an allusion to the poem by Han Yu (768-907).

The verse of scraping the mosses refer to scraping the mosses to see the inscriptions, reminding us of the scene that the society members are studying hard on the ancient characters at Sizhao Pavilion nearby.

Tixian Pavilion
Tixian Pavilion

Avatamasaka Sutra Pagoda

On the hilltop, you will see the landmark of the society – Huayan Sutra Pagoda (Avatamasaka Sutra Pagoda). Built in 1924, the pagoda is a symbol of Xiling Seal Engravers’ Society. The octagonal pagoda stands on a Sumeru base with 11 stories. Each storey has an overhanging eave with a bell on the top. Buddha stautues are carved on the upper eight storeys, and Diamond Sutra is carved on the 9th and 10th storey below.

On the bottom of the pagoda, Avatamasaka Sutra, Note on Avatamasaka by Li Shutong, an outstanding Buddhist master and the names of the donaters for the construction of the pagoda as well as the portraits of the 18 arhats on the upper part of the bottom.

Avatamasaka Sutra Pagoda
Avatamasaka Sutra Pagoda

Han Sanlao Stone Chamber

On the west of the pagoda is a stone chamber named “Han Sanlao Stone Chamber”. Built in 1922, its construction is in the style of the Ashoka sharira stupa of the Wuyue Kingdom period (907-978) in its appearance. The stone chamber has multiple stone eaves and a pyramidal roof topped with a small Ashoka sharira stupa in unique shape and structure, which is of high value of architectural art.

The stone chamber houses the earliest existing stone tablets of the Han Dynasty in Zhejiang Province. The stone tablets are a collection of the Stele of Sanlao regarding the Taboo Names and Dates of Death as well as the stela and portraits from other dynasties.

Han Sanlao Stone Chamber
Han Sanlao Stone Chamber

Below the east side of Avatamasaka Sutra Pagoda is the pool and a hole connected to the other side of the hill. The famous engraver – Mr. Ding Jing’s statue stands by the pool.

the pool and a hole connected to the other side of the hill
the pool and a hole connected to the other side of the hill

The pavilion of Seal Engravers’ Club on the hill top overlooking the West Lake.

The Sizhao Pavilion on the top also has a panoramic view of the West lake.

Sizhao Pavilion
Sizhao Pavilion

Through the hole on the rock, you are able to walk to the path on the hill range from the east to the west. Walking on the path to the east direction, you are able to reach the edge of the Inner West Lake.

Walking on the path to the east direction, you are able to reach the edge of the Inner West Lake.
Walking on the path to the east direction, you are able to reach the edge of the Inner West Lake.

The autumn view of the Inner West Lake and Bai Causeway.

The autumn view of the Inner West Lake and Bai Causeway.
The autumn view of the Inner West Lake and Bai Causeway.

Tip:  Hassle-free Hangzhou Guided Tours

If you don’t want to go the do-it-yourself route and prefer the hassle-free escorted tours, here are some options for Hangzhou Guided Tours:

Hangzhou Tour
Hangzhou 4-Day Tour Package
Hangzhou 3-Day Tour Package
Hangzhou Private Tour
Hangzhou Theme Tour
Hangzhou Side Trips
Hangzhou Car Rental with Driver

Further Readings


Top 10 Attractions in Hangzhou
Top 10 Photography Spots in Hangzhou
Night View of West Lake in Hangzhou
The Best hiking trail in Hangzhou
The best time to visit Hangzhou
Hangzhou as a Fashionable City in China
Hangzhou East Railway Station
Hangzhou Airport Arrival Hall
How to Visit Feilai Peak Grottoes in Hangzhou
Where to stay in Hangzhou
Hangzhou Bicycle Hire
Wushan Night Market in Hangzhou
Pedestrian Streets in Hangzhou
Hangzhou’s Best Bars & Nightclubs
Best Way to Visit Hangzhou from Shanghai
How to Visit Grand Canal Hangzhou
How to Visit Xiling Seal Engravers’ Society
How to Visit Liuhe Pagoda
Hangzhou Tea Plantation
How to Visit Leifeng Pagoda
How to visit Hupao Spring (Tiger Spring) Hangzhou
How to Visit Yellow Dragon Cave in Hangzhou
The Best Place to View Sunrise over West Lake Hangzhou

Any question, just drop a line.

Best time to visit Hangzhou (Tips, Photos & Map)

Wednesday, December 15th, 2021
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Planning your Hangzhou tour? There is an old saying goes that “Above there is heaven, below there are Suzhou and Hangzhou.” Hangzhou, the capital of Zhejiang province, is recommended as one of the most beautiful cities in China.

It is renowned for its historic relics and natural beauty. As a hot tourist destination, Hangzhou is busy all year round.

The location of Hangzhou ( Google Map)

The best time to travel to Hangzhou is the period from April to October, when the trees and flowers of this garden city are green and in full bloom. If not putting the weather into a consideration, then there is no good or bad time to tour Hangzhou as different time has different sceneries in Hangzhou.

So when to visit Hangzhou all depends on your budget, tolerance for large crowds, your personal taste and, another time of year may suit you better. Check out below to have some information on each season:

Hangzhou in Spring ( March – May )

Spring in Hangzhou starts in March. Although spring is considered as the most beautiful season, it is highly variable, with frequent rain and alternating spells of warmth and cold.

Walking along the West Lake, you could see the primroses waking up one after another. Against the backdrop of the green leaves, petals are white like snow. How fascinating it is!

Note: The best time to see the peach flower blossoms falls on late March and early April.

Check out my another article Best Time and Place to See Cherry & Tulip Flowers in Hangzhou for more information.

Hangzhou in Spring
Hangzhou in Spring

Hangzhou in Summer ( June – August )

Summer in Hangzhou starts in June. July and August are the hottest months in summer. In spite of being hot and humid, summer is the peak season for domestic tourism.

Lotus in the west Lake wake up, presenting their beauty in the hot and humid weather. Summers experience torrential rain quite frequently.

Hangzhou in Summer
Hangzhou in Summer

Hangzhou in Autumn ( September – November)

Autumn in Hangzhou is regarded as the most beautiful and fragrant season. You can smell a rich fragrance of Osmanthus while walking along the street. 

Autumn is generally sunny and dry, and the foliage season is in November. You can have a cruise on the West Lake in autumn. You are kindly advised to skip over China National Holiday in October when you plan your Hangzhou tour, since there are so many people during that time.

Check out Best Places to See Autumn Leaves in Hangzhou for more information.

Hangzhou in Autumn
Hangzhou in Autumn

Hangzhou in Winter ( December – February )

Winter in Hangzhou is not as cold as northern cities of China. Winters are typically grey and dreary, with little or no snowfall. Hangzhou winters are at times very chilly.

Winter temperature often tends to drop below zero and records minus temperatures. Winter in Hangzhou is a little cold, make sure to take enough thick clothes with you.

Check out my following artcles for more information on Hangzhou’s winter:
Poetic Winter Scenery Viewed from Su Causeway in West Lake
The Pure and Fresh Winter Beauty of West Lake in Hangzhou

Hangzhou in Winter
The Pure and Fresh Winter Beauty of West Lake in Hangzhou

Tip:  Hassle-free Hangzhou Guided Tours

If you don’t want to go the do-it-yourself route and prefer the hassle-free escorted tours, here are some options for Hangzhou Guided Tours:

Hangzhou Tour
Hangzhou 4-Day Tour Package
Hangzhou 3-Day Tour Package
Hangzhou Private Tour
Hangzhou Theme Tour
Hangzhou Side Trips
Hangzhou Car Rental with Driver

Further Readings


Top 10 Attractions in Hangzhou
Top 10 Photography Spots in Hangzhou
Night View of West Lake in Hangzhou
The Best hiking trail in Hangzhou
The best time to visit Hangzhou
Hangzhou as a Fashionable City in China
Hangzhou East Railway Station
Hangzhou Airport Arrival Hall
How to Visit Feilai Peak Grottoes in Hangzhou
Where to stay in Hangzhou
Hangzhou Bicycle Hire
Wushan Night Market in Hangzhou
Pedestrian Streets in Hangzhou
Hangzhou’s Best Bars & Nightclubs
Best Way to Visit Hangzhou from Shanghai
How to Visit Grand Canal Hangzhou
How to Visit Xiling Seal Engravers’ Society
How to Visit Liuhe Pagoda
Hangzhou Tea Plantation
How to Visit Leifeng Pagoda
How to visit Hupao Spring (Tiger Spring) Hangzhou
How to Visit Yellow Dragon Cave in Hangzhou
The Best Place to View Sunrise over West Lake Hangzhou

Any question, just drop a line.