Hangzhou cannot be described in mere words or pictures; it must beLived and breathed, explored andunderstood first hand. This is the citythat captivated Marco PoLo more thanany other, and has given inspirationto generation after generation ofartist and poet. It's a city very muchmade by its geography, and West Lakeprays an important, if hidden, rolein the average Hangzhou residents'consciousness.

BASIC INFO

When to Come Festivals

Money & Costs

GETTING TO KNOW HANGZHOU

Geography & Climate

History & Culture

People & Dialect

Sister Cities

Long-term Expats

Economy & Environment

SIGHTSEEING & MAIN ATTRACTIONS

The Best of Hangzhou

Hills

Historic Streets

Pagodas