🗼 Leifeng Pagoda – Icon of West Lake

One of Hangzhou’s most famous landmarks, Leifeng Pagoda (雷峰塔) offers not just history, but also some of the best panoramic views of West Lake.

✨ What to know before you go:
• 🎟️ Tickets: 40 RMB per person
• 🛗 Accessibility: The modern reconstructed pagoda has escalators and a lift to take you all the way to the top — so even if you’re not up for a big climb, you can still enjoy the views.
• 🌀 Tip: Take the lift up but walk down the stairs — each of the five levels showcases murals, artworks, and relics, giving you cultural insights as you descend.
• 🌅 Highlight: From the top, you’ll see Su Causeway, Three Pools Mirroring the Moon, and even distant hills wrapping around the lake.

📍 Location: South of West Lake, near Jingci Temple
💡 Best time to visit: Late afternoon — enjoy the view in daylight, then stay for the evening glow when the lake shimmers in golden light.

#mytraveldiary #hangzhou #westlake #雷峰塔 #leifengpagoda #chinatravel

Post by NatDiscoversAsia | Sep 24, 2025