Hangzhou, China, April 16-18, 2006
Hangzhou is the capital
of Zhejiang province and its political, economic and cultural center. With
its famous natural beauty and cultural heritages, Hangzhou is one of China's
most important tourist venues.
The City, the southern terminus of the Grand Canal, is located on the lower
reaches of the Qiantang River in southeast China, a superior position in
the Yangtze Delta and only 180 kilometers from Shanghai. Hangzhou has a subtropical
monsoon type climate with four quite distinct seasons. However, it is neither
too hot in summer nor too cold in winter making it a year round destination.
The West Lake is undoubtedly the most renowned feature of Hangzhou, noted
for the scenic beauty that blends naturally with many famous historical and
cultural sites. In this scenic area, Solitary Hill, the Mausoleum of General
Yue Fei, the Six Harmonies Pagoda and the Ling Yin Temple are probably the
most frequently visited attractions. The "Ten West Lake Prospects" have
been specially selected to give the visitor outstanding views of the lake,
mountains and monuments.
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