West Lake is so beautiful in winter that I am speechless... Live photo
by jacobaurora
Jan 4, 2025
#TravelHack
China, Hangzhou, 3-Day, 2-Night Itinerary
👍Day 1: Lingyin Temple and Hangzhou Cuisine
・Arrive in Hangzhou around 2:00 PM → Hotel Check-in
After dropping off your luggage, it's time to start sightseeing in Hangzhou.
Lingyin Temple
・One of China's four major Buddhist temples. The stone Buddhas of Feilai Peak and the shining golden Great Buddha are breathtaking.
・The temple grounds are spacious, and the quiet mountain air is calming.
*Admission Fee: Approximately NT$45 (plus NT$35 for the Feilai Peak area)
・Dinner: Hangzhou Cuisine
"West Lake Vinegar Fish": A sweet and sour freshwater fish dish, a specialty of West Lake
"Dongpo Pork": Tenderly braised pork belly
"Longjing Shrimp": Shrimp stir-fried with the aroma of Longjing tea
We recommend the long-established restaurants "Louwailou" and "Zhiweiguan" along the lake or in the city.
👍Day 2: Enjoy West Lake
・West Lake Sightseeing (World Heritage Site)
・Pleasure Boat Cruise: Enjoy the spectacular views of the "Three Pools Mirroring the Moon" and the remaining snow on the Broken Bridge from the lake.
・Small boats take around an hour.
Lakeside Stroll: Enjoy seasonal flowers and scenery such as the "Sudi Spring Dawn" and "Flower Harbor Fish Viewing."
・Take a Break at a Lakeside Teahouse: Enjoying the lake view while sipping Longjing tea is an exceptional experience.
・Evening: Stroll along the illuminated lakeside
The night view of West Lake is romantic. The fountain show (near Wulin Square) is also popular.
👍Day 3: Leifeng Pagoda and Souvenir Hunting
・Leifeng Pagoda
A five-story tower towering on the south shore of West Lake. From the top, you can enjoy a panoramic view of the entire lake and the city of Hangzhou.
・Famous as the setting for the legendary "Legend of the White Snake."
※Admission fee: Approximately 40 NTD, elevator available.
・Souvenir shopping at Hefang Street and Southern Song Imperial Street. This historic shopping street offers Hangzhou silk products, tea leaves (Longjing tea), sweets (Longsu sugar, sesame mochi), and more.
・Around noon, travel to Hangzhou East Station → Departure
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