Misty rain drizzles, the Ten Scenes of West Lake enchant travelers
by SolarEclipse9742
Aug 30, 2025
#HangzhouTravel
📍Address: West Lake in Hangzhou, China in December
### **Overview and Weather**
December is cold at West Lake, and there is a chance of **snow** falling, which creates a beautiful landscape like a painting, especially the scene **"Broken Bridge in Lingering Snow"**, which is one of the ten beautiful scenes of West Lake. The atmosphere is **quieter** than other tourist seasons, suitable for those who want to experience the true beauty of nature.
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### **Things to do not miss**
* **Scenic boat ride:** Enjoy the view of Leifeng Pagoda and Baochu Pagoda reflecting on the water.
* **Walk along the bridge:** Experience the tranquility and beauty of Su Causeway and Bai Causeway spanning the lake.
* **Climb Leifeng Pagoda:** Enjoy a panoramic view of West Lake from above.
* **Visit Flower Harbor:** Stroll through the beautiful garden and see many carps.
* **Sip Longjing tea:** Experience Hangzhou's famous warm Longjing tea.
* **Explore Hefang Street:** Experience the ancient Chinese atmosphere and taste local food. And shop for souvenirs
* **Visit Lingyin Temple:** Experience the tranquility and beautiful architecture of an important ancient Buddhist temple.
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### **Food and Accommodation**
Don't miss out on Hangzhou's famous dishes such as **Dongpo Pork** and **Beggar's Chicken**, as well as **West Lake Fish in Vinegar Sauce**. There are many accommodations to choose from, ranging from luxury hotels to budget hostels around the lake.
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### **Transportation**
Traveling to West Lake is easy with **Metro** or **Bus**. To travel around the lake, you can **walk**, **rent a bicycle** or **use an **electric golf cart**.
Packing warm clothing is essential when visiting West Lake in December, so you can fully appreciate its unique beauty.
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