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Hangzhou

China's "Paradise on Earth", Hangzhou is a lovely city centered around the famed West Lake. This green city is full of gardens, tranquil temples and pavilions and bustling historic streets to venture through. Also famous for its silk and tea industries, Hangzhou is a place to shop for original and local souvenirs.

Visitor's Guide to Hangzhou

A visitor's guide to Hangzhou including selected activities, attractions, hotels and restaurants.

Guide to Visiting a Tea Village in Hangzhou

Guide to visiting a tea village in Hangzhou

Restaurant review of the Dragon Well (or Longjing) Manor in Hangzhou

Restaurant review of the Dragon Well (or Longjing) Manor in Hangzhou

Visiting Hangzhou - A City Profile

Heralded as China's "Paradise on Earth", Hangzhou is a tranquil city sitting just 2 hours outside of Shanghai. A wonderful place to visit to catch a glimpse of traditional China, Hangzhou's West Lake, towering pagodas and serene temples together make it an attractive tourist destination for the business traveler with a few extra days or the...

A Short History of Hangzhou

Hangzhou, a large tourist destination about 125 miles southwest of Shanghai, has a long and glorious history. Spanning 2,200 years, Hangzhou has historically been a seat of power and wealth. Today, with its West Lake, it is still a place of influence attracting millions of tourists as well as foriegn and domestic investment dollars.

Hangzhou West Lake Photo Gallery

See views of Hangzhou's famous West Lake in this Hangzhou photo gallery.

Hangzhou Area Hotels

A helpful listing of a range of hotels in and around Hangzhou, China.

Hangzhou Hyatt Regency

A profile of the Hangzhou Hyatt Regency from About.com's Guide to Honeymoons & Romantic Travel.

Hangzhou Accommodations

China Travel Guide's accommodation listings.

Shopping in Hangzhou

Shopping listings from China Travel Guide.

A Profile of the Intercontinental Hotel, Hangzhou

A profile of the Intercontinental Hotel, Hangzhou

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