A City Called “Paradise on Earth”

Hangzhou is the capital of Zhejiang Province. It is the Yangtze River Delta’s center for politics, economy, culture, science and education, information and finance and a regional transport hub. The city has long been listed among the Top 10 cities by GDP in China’s mainland and repeatedly appeared among Forbes China’s Best Cities for Business List. 


Hangzhou’s history goes back over 2,200 years to the Qin Dynasty when the county administration was established. It served as the capital of the Wuyue Kingdom and the Southern Song Dynasty. Known for its picturesque scenery, affluence and livability since ancient times, Hangzhou has a long reputation as the “Paradise on Earth”. Marco Polo lauded Hangzhou as “the most beautiful and magnificent city in the world” in The Travels of Marco Polo, a travelogue about China in the Yuan Dynasty.

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Lingyin Temple

Lingyin Temple sits on Lingyin Hill, between Feilai Feng (Flying Peak) and Beigao Feng (North Peak), northwest of West Lake. It is a popular tourist destination in Hangzhou for its long history and beautiful scenery. It is also among China’s oldest Buddhist temples and one of its ten most famous ancient temples.

Leifeng Pagoda

Leifeng Pagoda was built at the order of Qian Chu, king of the Wuyue Kingdom of the Five Dynasties Period, to enshrine Buddhist relics. At sunset, the pagoda bathing in the afterglow amazes visitors as the famous Sunset Glow over Leifeng Pagoda, one of the Ten Scenes of West Lake. The pagoda is also well-known for being where Fahai imprisons the White Maiden in The Legend of the White Snake.

Former Residence of Hu Xueyan

The Former Residence of Hu Xueyan was built in 1872. The magnificent residence combines traditional Chinese architectural elements with the Western architectural style. A private property of the most notable merchant in the late Qing Dynasty, it is considered the most luxurious mansion of the time.

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