Romantic city in china--hangzhou

Hangzhou is the capital of Zhejiang province and its political, economic and cultural center. With enchanting natural beauty and abundant cultural heritages.The City, the southern terminus of the Grand Canal, is located on the lower reaches of the Qiantang River in southeast China, it has a subtropical monsoon type climate with four quite distinct seasons. However, it is neither too hot in summer nor too cold in winter making it a year round destination.

The West Lake is undoubtedly the most renowned feature of Hangzhou, noted for the scenic beauty that blends naturally with many famous historical and cultural sites.

The Mausoleum of General Yue Fei has been demolished and renovated several times. The existing one was rebuilt in 1715 in the Qing Dynasty (1644 - 1911) and comprehensively repaired in 1979. The Mausoleum of General Yue Fei is located at the southern foot of Qixia Hill near the West Lake. Entering the gate with double eaves, a patio with towering trees on both sides is found. The Shrine of Remembrance, the main hall, is right in the center.A sculpture of general Yue is set in the middle of the hall.

Metal sculptures of sinners who killed Yue Fei

The Six Harmonies Pagoda is located on Yuelun Hill overlooking the Qiantang River and south of West Lake and is one of the true masterpieces of ancient Chinese architectures. Originally the pagoda was built during the Northern Song Dynasty (386-581) by the ruler of the Wuyue State, a part of which became Zhejiang Province. The name 'Liuhe' comes from the six Buddhist ordinances and it is said that the reason for building this pagoda is to calm the tidal waters of the Qiantang River, and as a navigational aid.

You will find Ling Yin Temple in a long, narrow valley between Fei Lai Feng (Peak flown from Afar) and North Peak to the northwest of the West Lake at Hangzhou in Zhejiang Province. The temple is without doubt a premier showpiece in the West Lake environs and is notable also as one of the ten most famous Buddhist temples of China.

The National Tea Museum was opened in Hangzhou, Zhejiang Province in 1991. It is located in Longjing(Dragon Well)Village, west of charming West Lake and covers an area of 22,000 square meters (about 5.4 acres) with a 3500 square meter (about 0.9 acres) construction area.

Pictures references

http://www.synotrip.com/photos/hangzhou/samantha/mausoleum-general-yue-fei

http://travelerfolio.com/yue-fei-hangzhou/

http://www.icpf2010.com/IntHangZhou.aspx

http://www.chinapictures.org/photo/travel/hangzhou/31203164751001/

http://english.china.com/zh_cn/tourism/recommendations/11020848/20060529/13357849.html

http://www.tour-beijing.com/hangzhou_attractions/ling_yin_temple_&_flying_peak.php

http://yeschinatour.com/china-guides/china-attractions/national-tea-museum-hangzhou/

                                                                        ----by chris (ying chen)