West Lake, Hangzhou
West Lake is a sprawling freshwater body divided into five distinct sections by three causeways. It boasts an array of attractions, including temples, pagodas, gardens, and both natural and man-made islands. Gushan, the largest natural island, is accompanied by three artificial counterparts: Xiaoyingzhou, Huixin Pavilion, and Ruan Gongdun, strategically positioned at the heart of the lake. Leifeng Pagoda and Baochu Pagoda stand on opposite shores, creating a picturesque reflection that contributes to the scenic allure of the area.
West Lake has long inspired poets, painters, and garden designers throughout Chinese history. Designated as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 2011, it is praised for shaping garden aesthetics not only in China but also in Japan and Korea, embodying an idealized fusion of humanity and nature.
West Lake has long inspired poets, painters, and garden designers throughout Chinese history. Designated as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 2011, it is praised for shaping garden aesthetics not only in China but also in Japan and Korea, embodying an idealized fusion of humanity and nature.
Want to visit this sight? Check out these Self-Guided Walking Tours in Hangzhou. Alternatively, you can download the mobile app "GPSmyCity: Walks in 1K+ Cities" from Apple App Store or Google Play Store. The app turns your mobile device to a personal tour guide and it works offline, so no data plan is needed when traveling abroad.
Download The GPSmyCity App
West Lake on Map
Sight Name: West Lake
Sight Location: Hangzhou, China (See walking tours in Hangzhou)
Sight Type: Attraction/Landmark
Sight Location: Hangzhou, China (See walking tours in Hangzhou)
Sight Type: Attraction/Landmark
Walking Tours in Hangzhou, China
Create Your Own Walk in Hangzhou
Creating your own self-guided walk in Hangzhou is easy and fun. Choose the city attractions that you want to see and a walk route map will be created just for you. You can even set your hotel as the start point of the walk.
Religious Buildings Tour
Buddhism remains one of China’s main religions. Hangzhou is home to numerous temples. Each of them has a powerful, centuries-long tradition and are still attended by many. The following tour gives visitors the unique opportunity to see some magnificent temples and pagodas.
Tour Duration: 3 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 6.8 Km or 4.2 Miles
Tour Duration: 3 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 6.8 Km or 4.2 Miles
West Lake Tour
The city of Hangzhou, sitting on the southern end of the Grand Canal waterway in China, opposite Beijing on the northern end, is an agglomeration of cultural and historic sights. Western Hangzhou is a home to the West Lake which has inspired poets and artists since the 9th century. It also hosts a number of other attractions, such as Yue Fei Temple, Hangzhou Botanical Garden, Zhejiang gallery,... view more
Tour Duration: 2 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 4.2 Km or 2.6 Miles
Tour Duration: 2 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 4.2 Km or 2.6 Miles