Hangzhou is a city famous for its beauty and heritage. The capital of Wu and Yue kingdoms of Five Dynasties during the 10th century and capital of Southern Song Dynasty during the 12 - 13th Century, Hangzhou has been part of China's rich tapestry for more than a millennium.
West Lake
West Lake is one of the most beautiful sights in Hangzhou and has inspired Chinese painters for centuries. In Chinese legend, West Lake has been referred to a jewel fallen from the heavens.
Linying Temple
The Temple of Inspired Seclusion, known as Linying Temple in Chinese, is one the most famous ancient Buddhist temples in China. It was first built by an Indian monk in 326AD during the Eastern Jin Dynasty (317 - 420AD) and was last restored in the Qing Dynasty (1644 - 1911).
Six Harmony Pagoda
First built in 970AD during the Northern Song Dynasty (960 - 1127), the Six Harmony Pagoda represents the six Buddhist ordinances, harmonies of heaven, earth, north, south, west, and east. From top of the pagoda there is and impressive view of the Qiantang River.
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