Hazy hills, drifting sails; Jiangnan dreams, traveler dwells. Hangzhou, a city that combines classics and modernity, is like a heart-stirring ink painting.
In this video, we will take you to appreciate the beautiful scenery of West Lake, Quyuan Fenghe(Quyuan Lotus Garden), Nanping Evening Bell, and Xiling Seal Society. Walk into Hu Xueyan's former residence, touch the historical footprints of this business legend, and feel that turbulent era. Stroll along Xiaohezhi Street and explore the winding alleys on the ancient streets. When night falls, the lively Wulin Night Market will show you the most authentic city life in this city.
💡 Overview of Hangzhou
Hangzhou, formerly known as Lin'an, Qiantang, and Wulin, is the capital city of Zhejiang Province, China. The total area is 16,850 square kilometers. As of the end of 2023, the city's permanent population is 12.522 million. The city flower is osmanthus.
✨ Introduction to the main places ✨
🍂 Quyuan Fenghe(Quyuan Lotus Garden)
Quyuan Fenghe is located on the southwest bank of West Lake. It was built in the Song Dynasty and is one of the ten scenic spots of West Lake. The garden is famous for its lotus flowers. In summer, the lotus fragrance is overflowing and the scenery is charming.
🍂 Hu Xueyan's Former Residence
Hu Xueyan's Former Residence is the old house of Hu Xueyan, a famous businessman in the Qing Dynasty. Its architectural style combines traditional Jiangnan gardens and Western elements, and is simple and elegant. It not only shows Hu Xueyan's family history, but also the legendary story of his life.
🍂 Jingci Temple
Jingci Temple is one of the ancient Buddhist temples in Hangzhou. The temple is picturesque and is also famous for the "Nanping Evening Bell". When the bell in the temple rings, it echoes around the West Lake, melodious and far-reaching, becoming one of the ten scenic spots of West Lake. Official website: wx.jingcisi.com
🍂 Xiaohezhi Street
Xiaohezhi Street is an ancient street with historical charm. The streets meander along the river, preserving a large number of Ming and Qing Dynasty architectural styles, bluestone roads, ancient courtyards and traditional shops, showing a strong Jiangnan water town characteristics.
🍂 Wulin Night Market
Located in the center of Hangzhou, Wulin Night Market is a lively night market that combines food, shopping and entertainment. The name of the night market comes from the nearby Wulin Square, which is one of the most vibrant and distinctive nightlife landmarks in Hangzhou.
【Time List】
00:00:00 Wonderful moments
00:01:22 Quyuan Lotus Garden, Wine and Lotus Fragrance
00:09:18 Hu Xueyan's former residence, a mansion of a wealthy businessman in the late Qing Dynasty
00:26:54 Xiaohezhi Street, waterside folk houses
00:37:46 Wulin Night Market, experience the citizen culture
00:49:22 Jingci Temple, Nanping Evening Bell
00:56:08 Zhongshan Park on the site of the Qing Dynasty Palace
01:01:45 Xiling Seal Society, the holy land of seal carving art
01:06:48 Yue Fei Temple
01:17:01 Zhejiang Provincial Museum