Pagoda
The golden tower of the White Snake legend, glowing over the lake's south shore at dusk — one of the classic Ten Scenes of West Lake.
Evening Glow · Leifeng Pagoda · Hangzhou
Wetland#Nature
Hidden Waters · Xixi Wetland
Hangzhou4.43 hr15k saved
A maze of fishponds, reed beds and willow-shaded channels just west of the city. Take the electric boat and let the egrets lead.
It sits in Hangzhou, and rewards going slowly rather than ticking it off. Best morning; spring & autumn most scenic.
Good to know
- Best time — Morning; spring & autumn most scenic
- Arrive early for the light
- Allow more time than you think
- Keep a few yuan in cash, just in case
Photo: Luobing · Unsplash License
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