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Hangzhou has always been know as "the earthly paradise". for MarcoPolo,the Italian traveler who visited the city in the 13th century, he said "it is the most beautiful and elegant city in the world". The first attraction of Hangzhou is naturally the West Lake,which given inspiration to poets in different generations. One of them,Su Dongpo compared it to one the most beautiful girls in ancient China." Rain or Sunshine,fog or snow,the lake is serenely charming" It is situated between subtle mountains and the graceful downtown area of Hangzhou. It is a peaceful lake extending 5.6 square kilometers. As the sun rises, the glittering gold-silver water meets the purple-blue sky of the distant misty mountains. It is good time to go for a strool on the Bai Causeway and Su Causeway - two emerald ribbons across the lake. The first dike was built in AD 821 by the poet Bai Juyi and the 2nd one built by another poet - Su Dongpo. After AD 1130, West lake became the residence of the Souther Song Emperor.
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West lake is for all seasons:
- In spring, fresh willow buds swing over the pink peach blossoms as colourful brighten the meadow lands with sweet songs.
- In summer, miles of lotus flowers dance in the breeze as the sunset glow fringes the clouds. At a distant view of mountain summits and the crowns of metasequoia trees completes the picture.
- In autumn, the air is full of the fragrance, and the nature splashes her rainbow across the landscape, Shining more brightly are the silver moon and golden stars
- In winter, it brings snow and creates a white wonderland. The blossoms of the winter sweet is the glory of the season. When sunshine sparkles on the snow, many say: it is the best time to see the lady West Lake.
Ten Pints of Interest, the most well-known scenic spots round West Lake:
- Autumn Moon and Calm Lake Pavilion
- Melting Snow on the Broken Bridge
- Three Pools Mirroring the Moon
- Twin Peaks Piercing to the Clouds
- Lotus in the Breeze at the Crooked Courtyard
- Sudi Causeway in Spring Dawn
- Viewing Fish at Flower Harbor
- Morning Bell of the Southern Screen
- Afternoon View of Lei Feng Tower
- listening to Orioles in the Willows
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SHANGHAI "Paris of the East" to HANG ZHOU "The Earthly Paradise"
- Day 1. DEPART from Europe/America or other part of the world.
- Depart for china aboard a ____________Airlines,
- Flight No._________________________
- Arriving Time:______________________(h/d/m/y)
- Day 2. ARRIVE SHANG HAI
- By air, ship or train
- Arrive in Shanghai late this evening and transfer to your hotel.
- After dinner, you will go to bed or enjoy night entertainment:
- Theater,Melody lounge
- Passion Disco, English Salon Bar
- Tenacious Jazz Band, Golden Club KTV...
(Please Choice One or Two)
- Day 3. SHANGHAI SIGHTSEEING Move around the modern City:
- Sightseeing takes you to:
- Shanghai Museum (Chinese art),
- Yu Garden (oldest town)
- 'Oriental Pearl' TV Tower (A panorama of the City)
- The Bund (European relics)
- Day 4. HANG ZHOU One day tour to "the Earthly Paradise"
- A 1.6-hour express tour train ride to HANG ZHOU (8:22-9:56 am)
Sightseeing - the breathtaking West Lake:
- Melting Snow on the Broken Bridge
- Autumn Moon & Calm Lake Pavilion
- Three Pools Mirroring the Moon
- Viewing Fish at Flower Harbor
- Sudi Casual way in Spring Dawn
- Lotus in Breeze at the Crooked Courtyard
- A 1.6-hour express tour train ride to Shanghai (18:30-20:04 pm)
Getting complimentary souvenirs, your journey is over
Transfer to Airport/Rail station/Sea port. you go other area
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