Lakes and Mountains West Lake Excursion Guide to explore the stunning scenery of China's most beautiful lakes
West Lake, also known as "Qiantang Lake", is located at No. 1 Longjing Road, Xihu District, Hangzhou, Zhejiang Province, China. It is one of the four major freshwater lakes in China and is also known as "Qiantang Lake". West Lake has 2122 square kilometers of catchment area, there are 638 square kilometers of lake. West Hunan, west and north are surrounded by mountains, east of the city center, south of the Qiantang River through the mountains, the geographical position is superior.
West Lake is a world-famous scenic spot and a famous tourist attraction in China. There are three islands on the lake: Nanping Island, Sudi Island, and Huagang Guanyu Island, with Nanping Island being the largest. West Lake is the core of West Lake, which can be divided into four levels, from near to far, with rolling mountains and beautiful views.
The West Lake is represented by Su Causeway, White Causeway, Yanggong Causeway, Broken Bridge, and Leifeng Tower. The Su Causeway is a long embankment connecting the east and west sides of the West Lake, so we recommend starting from the Su Causeway for a beautiful journey. You can go to see the sunrise and sunset in the morning or evening.
Head west along the Sioux River and you'll reach the White Ranka River. The white causeway is a scenery of the West Lake, and the weeping willows along the road are shaded by the clear water. You can also rent a boat and enjoy the tranquility while watching the lake. Further west, there is Yanggong Causeway. Yanggong Causeway is the embankment that connects the West Lake from south to north. Surrounded by greenery along the way, the lake and mountains can be seen at a glance. You can also take a walk along Yanggong Causeway, or you can ride a bicycle and enjoy the natural scenery while walking.
After crossing the Yanggong Embankment, further west is the broken bridge. The Broken Bridge is one of the great attractions of West Lake, and its history is long and full of romantic legends. Climb the broken bridge, overlook the lake and mountains, and take a group photo. Further on, there is the Leifeng Tower. The landmark of West Lake is the Leifeng Pagoda. Climb the Leifeng Pagoda and you can see the beautiful scenery of the West Lake. Climb to the top of the tower, look at the lake, the mountains are in full view, and the rich humanistic atmosphere is coming.
In addition to the main landscape, West Lake also has many good places worth visiting, such as "Flower Port Fish View", "Autumn Moon on Pinghu Lake". During the visit, you can also taste some authentic West Lake vinegar fish and Longjing prawns. When visiting West Lake, wear comfortable shoes and clothing, and bring sunscreen and mosquito repellent. In this process, we should also pay attention to environmental protection, do not litter, and take care of the scenery of nature.
West Lake is known for its beautiful scenery, beautiful natural scenery, and rich history and culture. Traveling in West Lake, you can appreciate the unique customs and cultural customs of Hangzhou.