Things to do in Zhejiang, China: The Best Sights & Landmarks

May 18, 2021 Nobuko Falco

 Zhejiang (help·info), formerly romanized as Chekiang, is an eastern coastal province of China. Zhejiang is bordered by Jiangsu and Shanghai to the north, Anhui to the northwest, Jiangxi to the west, and Fujian to the south. To the east is the East China Sea, beyond which lie the Ryukyu Islands of Japan.
Restaurants in Zhejiang

1. Putuo Mountain (Putuoshan)

Putuo Town, Putuo District, Zhoushan 316100 China +86 580 319 1919 http://www.putuoshan.gov.cn/
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4.5 based on 655 reviews

Putuo Mountain (Putuoshan)

Located on an island in the East China Sea, this mountain is one of the four Buddhist shrines in the country, which features many temples and nunneries.

Reviewed By victorhP8547IR

Beautiful bouddhist temples, beautiful scenery, pleasant strolls along paths on the mountain and along the road boarding the sea. Fresh air and refreshing sights of mountains, islets and sea.Recommend to visit Foding peak, Huiji temple, Fayu temple, Puji temple and Nanhai Guyin. Difficult to avoid the crowd of tourists and the faithful during high seasons.

2. Lingyin Temple

No.1 Fayun Alley, Lingyin Road, Xihu District, Hangzhou 310013 China +86 571 8796 8665 http://www.lingyinsi.org/
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4.5 based on 1,460 reviews

Lingyin Temple

Built in 326 A.D. at the foot of Lingyin Mountain, this temple features a main hall extending 33.5 meters in height, a statue of Sakyamuni carved out of 24 pieces of camphor wood and a laughing Buddha covered in gold.

Reviewed By SueF_Trips - Tulsa, United States

Past the perfectly manicured tea groves of a picturesque country lane is the home of Hangzhou's amazing ancient Feilai Feng scenic area and Lingyin Buddhist Temple. Countless perfectly detailed reliefs, statues, and buddhas are carved eveywhere into the mountainside amongst tall beautiful trees, caves, pathways, and a quiet stream. Would have loved to spend many more hours exploring the site but moved along with my family to tour the Buddha statues and structures of the Lingyin Temple. The scenic area is one of the must peaceful settings I've ever experienced. Not far away though near the entrance you're back to civilization with many small shops, restaurants, not one, but two separate Starbucks, and most importantly...a Western styled ladies room!

3. West Lake (Xi Hu)

West Lake Scenic, Xihu District, Hangzhou 310000 China +86 571 8717 9617 http://www.hzwestlake.com/
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4.5 based on 7,526 reviews

West Lake (Xi Hu)

Considered one of the most beautiful sights in Hangzhou, this scenic lake is sheltered on three sides by hills, with open flat land to the northeast where downtown Hangzhou is located.

Reviewed By JennyPeng0608 - Beijing, China

I arrived in Hangzhou on November 12th with my friends.It was the first time I went to Hangzhou and it's definitely not the last time.On the morning of November 13th,we visited many scenic spots and what impressed me most was West Lake.There was antique and beautiful scenery.The Three Pools Mirroring the Moon was a wonderful sight,which made me marvel at it.At night,33 moons could be seen here!We visited the Leifeng Pagoda and listened to the guide tell us the stories about it.We learned about ancient Chinese culture there.I think it's very meaningful to visit the West Lake.Tips:When you go to the West Lake,the boat tour is a must.Hangzhou is rainy,so you'd better take the clothes and an umbrella.If you need to take photos,take a camera with you.

4. Fei Lai Feng

Lingxi South Road, Xihu Distict, Hangzhou 310000 China
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4.5 based on 495 reviews

Fei Lai Feng

The legendary peak's caves have hundreds of Buddhist stone statues dating from the 10th to the 14th centuries.

Reviewed By 33traveler2010 - Detroit, United States

Interesting Buddha sculptures at the beginning of the Linjiang Temple complex. They’re included in the Temple ticket. We especially liked the fat laughing Buddha and there was an sign with an explanation in English.

5. Xitang Ancient Town

Xitang Town, Jiashan County 314100 China +86 573 8456 7890 http://www.xitang.com.cn/
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Xitang Ancient Town

A small ancient town on water that still preserves its original look.

Reviewed By DazzlingSunflower - Johannesburg, South Africa

For some of us who might feel a need to get away from the concrete jungle of Shanghai, then add this on your to do list. A much needed escape to see more of what this beautiful and historic country has to offer. The river town of Xitang is in Zhejiang Province and is only 101km from Shanghai. It is a reasonable and quick trip. From Hongqiao Railway Station take a train to Jiashan nan by high speed train (30RMB). There are long ticket lines so be patient and arrive at least 40 minutes prior to your departure. The trip was less than 25 minutes and super comfortable with great leg room. Not sure why planes don't have such comfortable space. 25 minutes high speed train 30 RMB 30 minutes by bus K222 to Xitang 20 RMB Decent hotel Yha China 240 RMB per night Entrance fee to the town museums 100 RMB per day 15 minutes boat river cruise 30 RMB The food is everywhere and super cheap Magical Xitang is picturesque and captivatingly tranquil. It is a cultural and historical river town with a history of over a thousand years. I was transported to simplicity, warm kind people and good wholesome food and customs. It was a wet day when we arrived. Apparently it is the best time to travel around the water town as many poets got their inspiration during the rainy days. This is a town full of poetry, paper cutting art and button making etc. Walk around the narrow covered streets and you will be transported back in time. Words cannot capture the uplifted and rejuvenated spirit of being surrounded by healing waters, tranquility and captured in awe of walking through this town. This is why I came to China in the first place. To see the stories and life that was beautifully written and delivered in the movies we saw growing up. Enjoy your mini city escape...

6. East Lake of Shaoxing

Yundong Road, Yuecheng District, Shaoxing 312000 China
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East Lake of Shaoxing

Reviewed By KoosMulla

It offers beautiful scenery, but the lake itself is so small that taking boat ride is almost not worth it. Nothing really to see except if you go up the mountain... with the pathway not that well maintained .

7. Wuzhen Water Town

No.18 South Shifo Road Wuzhen Town, Tongxiang 314501 China +86 573 8873 1088 [email protected] http://www.wuzhen.com.cn/
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Wuzhen Water Town

Wuzhen, a 1300-year-old water town on the lower reaches of the Yangtze River, is a national 5A scenic area and one of China's top ten historical & cultural towns. Located on the Hangzhou-Jiaxing-Huzhou Plain in northern Zhejiang Province, it is at the center of the golden triangle consisting of Shanghai, Hangzhou and Suzhou. Wuzhen can be easily accessed through a number of expressways and national highways. In 2001, Wuzhen was named as a candidate for UNESCO's World Cultural Heritage List. At the end of 2006, it was included in the revised List of China's Candidates for UNESCO World Cultural Heritage. In 2009, Wuzhen was named as the first PATA eco-tourism destination in Mainland China. The ancient Beijing-Hangzhou Grand Canal flows through the town, which is divided by waterways into four areas, Dongzha, Xizha, Nanzha, and Beizha. Since its foundation in 872 A.D., Wuzhen has never changed its name, location, waterways, or way of life. Traditional buildings remain intact today even after hundreds years of weathering.

Reviewed By Mankin7913

Visited this place as part of my tour to Hangzhou. It is like being taken back in time to an ancient town.Took the boat ride and really enjoyed the experience(Woww!!!!).It is good that there are so many beautiful places in China that made me always come back for more.

8. Hangzhou Paradise

No.92, Xianghu Road, Xiaoshan District, Hangzhou 311200 China +86 571 8268 3155 [email protected] http://www.songcn.com/hzly/
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Hangzhou Paradise

Xianghu Songcheng scenic area is the culture of the Song Dynasty theme park, adhering to the "building type, culture is the soul" business philosophy, the Song Dynasty is French, the eaves, heavy traffic, crowded; Zhang goulanwazi class folk performances, dance, etc. the new appearance of all sorts of occupations laozuofang; "Riverside" movie hall, Tea Horse Inn the listening room, and other high-tech battlefield terrorist haunted house experience constantly surprises; Daoxiang wine shop, a blacksmith shop and a full range of traditional handicraft industry show endless charm; more exciting activities continuously throughout the year. "Wang Yuanwai Park", "Miss Hydrangea throwing and flash across," show "Carnival" and other 20 Guozhuang arts show, giving visitors a unique travel experience. In Xianghu Songcheng, as if a generation had passed. Give me a day, and you are a thousand years! Hangzhou Songcheng paradise is a famous comprehensive theme park in the Yangtze River Delta, located in the central area of Xianghu, the subway is direct, the transportation is convenient. The park is divided into the Mayan tribes, the lost jungle, Adventure Island and other thematic areas. The park has suspended roller coaster, rain god hammer, Fengshen hand, white water rafting, two pirate ships, through the clouds, jungle fans spin, ghost ghost ship, cable car and other dozens of exciting large recreation projects, tumblebugs, music ship, bumper cars and other dozens of children's amusement items, more show, through flash go down the street and dozens of interactive interactive performances, family hi! Songcheng Hangzhou Park activities continue throughout the year, relying on the Hangzhou Songcheng tourist area (Xianghu area) the strong support, aims to create a unique mix of prominent theme, or for young and old fun "experience, become China Tourism Leisure destination.

9. Tiantong Temple

Tiantong Country, Yinzhou District, Ningbo 315000 China +86 574 8848 0068 http://www.ttscn.com
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4.5 based on 88 reviews

Tiantong Temple

Reviewed By excess5 - Australia, null

Went there with a friend, it's a gentle walk to the temple, tree lined road history says the monk that build it prayed for something to happen to move the heavy tree trunks from the forest to the area. A rain followed the place closed and the trunks were used to build the temple. This place has everything, temples, monks, history, a big pagoda, an ancient tree, 2 lakes with huge fish living in it, and an original temple of 1700 years old which is hidden in the forest. Local hawkers for street food which is great, and shopping stalls including a couple selling 100% local pure honey!

10. Asoka Temple

Baotong Minglun Village, Wuxiang Town, Yinzhou District, Ningbo 315112 China +86 574 8833 8558
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Asoka Temple

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