Celebrated for centuries as one of China's most beautiful cities — Hangzhou is all about West Lake, tea and a slower pace.
Must-see highlights
- West Lake — boat rides and lakeside walks.
- Leifeng Pagoda — views over the lake.
- Longjing tea villages — the famous Dragon Well tea.
- Lingyin Temple — an ancient Buddhist temple.
Suggested time
1–2 days, an easy add-on to Shanghai.