West Lake – Xihu Lake

🏞️ West Lake – Xihu Lake (西湖) 🇨🇳

📍 Located in Hangzhou City, Zhejiang Province, China
🌏 Recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site (since 2011)

🌟 Highlights
• 🚤 Boat rides on the lake – Enjoy views of mountains, temples, and gardens along the shore
• 🌸 Cherry blossoms & lotus flowers – Bloom beautifully in their respective seasons (lotus flowers are in full bloom during summer 🌞)
• 🌉 Broken Bridge (断桥) – A famous scenic spot tied to the legendary love story of "Lady White Snake" 🐍💔
• 🏯 Leifeng Pagoda (雷峰塔) – An ancient pagoda by the lake offering stunning views of Hangzhou
• 🌅 Sunset views – Exceptionally romantic atmosphere

🏠 Ambiance
• 🌿 Peaceful and serene, surrounded by traditional Chinese gardens
• ⛩️ Features temples, pavilions, and stone bridges over the water
• 📸 Plenty of photo opportunities, both during the day and at sunset

Post by genegeney | Sep 15, 2025