Hangzhou is an ancient city with a long history. It was once the capital of Qin, Wu Yue and Southern Song Dynasty. It has always been regarded as a "paradise on earth" for its beautiful scenery and environmental atmosphere, and every detail in the city has a delicate presence. Hangzhou is one of the most beautiful water towns in the south of the Yangtze River, with its smoky rain, small bridges and flowing water, and beautiful scenery. Boat on the West Lake, enjoy the beauty of the lake and feel the mingling of modern and ancient sounds; go to Lingyin Temple to do some praying, listen to the melodious bells and witness the city's changes over the years. The beauty of the four seasons is different. As long as you come, there are always surprises waiting for you here.
Hangzhou
Best Travel Season in Hangzhou
Hangzhou belongs to Jiangnan, which is a typical southern climate. According to this climate change law in the south and the trend of Hangzhou's weather over the years, March-April and September-October are the best time to travel to Hangzhou. At this time, Hangzhou has a pleasant, cool and comfortable climate, with neither hot temperatures nor biting cold winds.
March~April and September~October
The Four Seasons of Hangzhou
The spring breeze blows your face with warmth and warmth. Maybe you never know the original style of this spring, it can also be mesmerizing. Above the Su Causeway, enjoy the flowers and feel the breeze of Jiangnan. The air is filled with fragrant flowers. The willow trees on the river bank undulate carelessly as the breeze blows by. If you are not careful, this pool of spring water will be stirred up and ripples will appear. Just like this, you are intoxicated by the spring breeze, the fragrance of spring, and the ripples of spring water.
Spring
In the summer of the year, the weather in the south is quite hot and unbearable. At this time the outdoor climate is very high, but the beauty of the West Lake is not affected by this hot summer heat. The endless lotus in the distance reflects the green fragrance of the whole West Lake. The pink lotus flowers dotted among them add a lot of cold colors to this summer. Rafting on the West Lake is not as good as sleeping on the water among the lotus flowers.
Summer
Autumn is full of love, there is a lazy wind charm the heart, so it is easy to be captured. At this time the whole city of Hangzhou is fragrant with osmanthus flowers, and the Qiantang River has begun its boat trip. The layers of this mountain forest and the maple leaves floating down the streets make the city even more beautiful in the fall. The crisp sound of the leaves as you walk makes for an interesting experience.
Autumn
Broken bridges and snow must be the most popular scenery in winter. Besides, under this cold winter, the more beautiful plums quietly bloom and the fragrance wafts out. Many people will take advantage of this season to go to the three major attractions of Gushan, Lingfeng and Chaoshan to enjoy the plum blossoms. Although winter is harsh, it still can't stop people from enjoying the flowers.
Winter
When you want to go to Hangzhou, the most important thing is where to go, and that must be the West Lake. "If you want to compare the West Lake with the West, a light load is always appropriate." Since ancient times, this West Lake has carried a thousand-year reputation, and its infinitely fascinating scenery always attracts everyone easily. Spring Dawn of Su Causeway, Autumn Moon of Pinghu Lake, Smoke Tree of Nine Streams, Bamboo Path of Utopia, Lingyin Zen, Spring Morning of Meiyu, Broken Bridge with Remaining Snow, Lulang Wenying, and Evening Bells of Nanping, are all excellent scenic views of the West Lake, which is an essential attraction for everyone after going to the West Lake.
West Lake
Huagang Fish Watching Pier: Boat type ordinary boat, the whole journey is about 50 minutes, the ticket is 50 yuan per person.
Cross-Hongqiao Pier: boat type ordinary boat, the whole process about 50 minutes, the ticket price of 50 yuan / person.
Lakeside Park Pier No. 2: luxury cruise ship named "West Lake Pearl", about 50 minutes, will pass by many famous attractions of West Lake.
West Lake Cruise
Take Metro Line 1 to Longxiangqiao Station and walk 400 meters from the exit to West Lake.
Take and Tour 2 to Suti Station; take Bus 28 or 15 and get off at Yuquan Station; 7, 7, Moon Powder Station.
Tickets: free. Some attractions along the lake require a separate fee.
Opening time: all day
Transportation
Experience a dream journey through the millennium in Hangzhou. As China's largest ancient city park themed on Song Dynasty culture, exciting stage performances are staged here every day. Through real scenery and vivid performances, you will be led to travel through a thousand years, break the seal of time and experience the flavor of the Song Dynasty.
Hangzhou Songcheng Scenic Spot
Take Metro Line 1 (Hu Xiang direction) and get off at Longxiangqiao Station and transfer to Bus No. 4
Hangzhou West Bus Station - Songcheng
Take Bus No. 102 and get off at Fengshanmen Station and transfer to Bus No. 308.
Take bus Holiday Line 2 and get off at Songcheng East Station.
Hangzhou North Bus Station--Songcheng
Take No.188 bus Yan'an Road Hubin Station (walk to Longxiang Bridge Station) and transfer to No.4 bus.
Hangzhou South Bus Station--Songcheng
Take No.334 bus and get off at South Induction Bridge (Songcheng) Station.
Take bus No. 39 and get off at Fuxing Road North Exit Station and transfer to bus No. 308.
Transportation
TicketsTickets for the performance of Songcheng Thousand Years of Love: RMB 310 for the audience seat / RMB 320 for the VIP seat / RMB 580 for the deluxe sofa seat with table.
Opening time: 10:30 to the end of the last performance of "Songcheng Thousand Years of Love" every day, ****40 minutes.