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Intro

The history of Hangzhou can be traced back to the Liangzhu Culture period, approximately 5000 years ago. Hangzhou has been a place of convergence for literati since ancient times, attracting many scholars and poets to visit, reside, and create works here.

NameHangzhou City

ClimateSubtropical monsoon climate

Area16,850 km²

Population12 million

GeographyNorthern Zhejiang, at the southern end of the Beijing-Hangzhou Grand Canal

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Attractions

Must-see attractions

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Art and Culture

Lingyin Temple

Art and Culture

West Lake

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Interests

Travel stories

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Seasons

Best time to visit

Off-season

Dec – Feb, Jun – Aug

Less popular and lower prices.

Peak Season

Mar – May, Sep – Nov

Moderate temperatures, pleasant weather.

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Get There

How to arrive

Hangzhou International Airport (HGH)

Hangzhou 34 min27 km240-Hour Transit Visa

Xiaoshan Airport has an extensive international flight network, connecting multiple countries and regions in Asia, Europe, Oceania, and Africa.

Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)

Shanghai 2 hr 18 min184 km240-Hour Transit Visa

Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA)

Shanghai 2 hr 5 min152 km240-Hour Transit Visa

Nanjing Lukou International Airport (NKG)

Nanjing 2 hr 55 min204 km240-Hour Transit Visa