 Enjoy yourself at Thousand Island Lake 2008-08-23
Famous for its breathtaking mountains, valleys and crystal clear waters, Hangzhou's Thousand Island (Qiandao in Chinese) Lake is a virtual paradise for every lover of swimming. But what if you are a landlubber or inexperienced swimmer? Don't worry, you can add some excitement to your experience here with fun-filled rafting trips. |
Qiandao Lake water carnival offers respite from the heat 2008-08-22
Qiandao - or Thousand Islands - Lake in Chun'an county of Hangzhou is renowned for its blue sky, surrounding lush mountains and crystal-clear water. |
Allure of Lin'an includes lush mountains and cool climate 2008-08-21
If Hangzhou is Shanghai's backyard, then Lin'an, with its comparatively unspoiled surroundings, is a secret tree house for the metropolis. |
Tonglu a treasure trove of natural beauty and history 2008-08-20
The Summer Olympics is here, but with the sizzling sun and the humid weather, the happiness index is sure to plummet. If traveling to a tropical place is not an option, there is still a popular alternative - Tonglu County, situated at the Fuchun River in Zhejiang province in southeastern China. |
Jiande gateway to gallery of water and mountains 2008-08-19
Listed with the first group of national scenic spots ever adopted, the city of Jiande is described as a bright pearl along the golden tourist route from Zhejiang province to neighboring Anhui. |
Ancient Longmen town entices visitors 2008-08-18
The city of Fuyang in eastern Zhejiang province administered by Hangzhou is noted for its location next to the Fuchun River that flows between two lush mountains. |
Drifting on a romantic tour 2008-08-17
What does it feel like to have a blind date on a bamboo raft? Such a creative idea is sure to bring fun to people who are looking for a bit of romance. |
Hangzhou's Xiaoshan district becoming expo hub 2008-08-16
Xiaoshan, the most economically developed administrative district of Hangzhou, aims to become the expo center of Zhejiang province by boosting its convention and leisure tourism sectors. |
Ancient capital Hangzhou continues its allure 2008-08-15
One of China's seven ancient capitals, Hangzhou was the political center of the Wuyue Kingdom (907-978) and the Southern Song Dynasty (1127-1279). |
Historic legacy lives on in Hangzhou 2008-08-14
Hangzhou, one of the seven ancient capitals of China, served as the capital of the Wuyue Kingdom during the Five Dynasties (AD 907-960) and the Southern Song Dynasty (1127-1279). Today the city still offers a myriad of historic legacies. |
Hangzhou home to mysterious ancient civilization 2008-08-13
The Zhejiang Archaeological Institute sparked widespread interest in Liangzhu Culture late last year when they announced the discovery of ruins of an ancient city. |
Hangzhou: The home of TCM 2008-08-12
The West Lake in Hangzhou is not only famed for its serenity, but has also been home to noted scholars, artists, and national heroes for centuries. Today, a host of restored former residences stand as shrines of remembrance to the achievements of those celebrated historical figures. Among them is the legendary merchant Hu Xueyan of the Qing Dynasty (1644-1911), who is widely commemorated for his status as Hangzhou's noted man of medicine. |
Tea time 2008-08-11
When you take a stroll through Hangzhou, clusters of teahouses scattered throughout the city are perhaps its most-noticeable characteristic. |
Hangzhou's golden waterways 2008-08-10
Without the variety of waters crossing and surrounding Hangzhou, the city would not be the first-choice tourist attraction that it is in China. |
Xixi wetlands offer tourism tranquility 2008-08-09
As people from all over the world arrive for the Olympic Games, Hangzhou expects more overseas travelers to visit the "tourist paradise" in east China's Zhejiang province. |
Paradise Hangzhou 2008-08-08
Hangzhou, located south of the Yangtze River Delta on China's east coast, has long been considered a paradise in China. It has been praised for its myriad canals and waterways, lush rolling hills, fragrant fields of Longjing tea, spectacular pagodas, temples, pavilions, and most importantly, the West Lake. |
Hangzhou's silky allure ranges from ancient to modern 2008-07-30
Whether it is the history of silk, its art or its commerce, the ancient city of Hangzhou has played a pivotal role - and continues to do so today. |
Beijing-Hangzhou Grand Canal ecological tour unveiled 2008-06-05
"Media groups should play an important role in environmental protection," said Liu Youbin, deputy director general of education and communications department from Ministry of Environmental Protection, today. |
Discovering new highs in Hangzhou 2008-05-04
Hangzhou is a picturesque and popular tourist destination within easy reach of Shanghai residents - but there is much more to the place than just beautiful West Lake. |
Hangzhou Gulf now an accessible destination 2008-04-22
The cities and regions around the Hangzhou Gulf have abundant tourism opportunities. Eat fresh seafood in the Zhoushan Archipelago, pick juicy waxberries in Cixi and Yuyao city and visit ancient towns in Jiaxing and Cixi. |
