Snow Sceneries in Hangzhou, the Southern City
2018-01-19From January 8 when temperatures in Hangzhou drop below zero, people eagerly anticipate the arrival of snow. In Hangzhou, the southern city in China, snow is certainly uncommon but once it arrives, Hangzhou turns into a magical winter wonderland.
When temperatures drop below zero, the lake becomes frozen and together with the roads covered by thick snow, the West Lake becomes a dreamlike world and beside the West Lake, Beishan Street, with its rows of bare phoenix trees, comes alive with the influx of people.
Address: West Lake Scenic Area, Xihu District, Hangzhou（杭州市西湖区）
Noted as one of the "Top Ten Views of West Lake”, Broken Bridge is also famous for its lingering snow. If after a snowfall you wish to view such wonderful and precious scenery, then it is recommended to go early to avoid the large flow of crowds.
Address: Beishan Road, Hangzhou (杭州市北山路)
It can be said that Xixi National Wetland Park presents its most beautiful charm in autumn when sitting on a sculling boat and appreciating the soft yellow reeds is an enjoyable experience. In fact, after snow which falls onto the wetland’s cottages and bridges, the park becomes a picture postcard with its thick white rooftops, frozen rivers and dry grass curving by the snow.
Address: 518, Tianmushan Road, Hangzhou (杭州市天目山路518号)
Though full of green plants, Hangzhou Botanical Garden is more a world of fairy tales than a forest. It is embraced by an abundance of white trees which are frequently visited by flocks of birds whose morning chorus brings joy to the silent surroundings.
Address: 1 Taoyuan Hill, Xihu District, Hangzhou（杭州市西湖区桃源岭1号）
Manjuelong Village is attractive for its B&Bs and photographers are also drawn to it for its proximity to nature. When snow falls, the village doesn’t become cold instead it oozes warm through its surrounding beauty.
Address: Xihu District, Hangzhou（杭州市西湖区）
Seen from afar, Lingyin Temple in the snow resembles the Forbidden City with its yellow walls and white tiles. As you approach, you will discover more Zen elements and pious traces obscure in the white trees, making Lingyin Temple one of the most peaceful places on earth.
Address: 1 Fayun Alley, Xihu District, Hangzhou (杭州市西湖区法云弄1号)
West Lake
When temperatures drop below zero, the lake becomes frozen and together with the roads covered by thick snow, the West Lake becomes a dreamlike world and beside the West Lake, Beishan Street, with its rows of bare phoenix trees, comes alive with the influx of people.
Address: West Lake Scenic Area, Xihu District, Hangzhou（杭州市西湖区）
Broken Bridge
Noted as one of the "Top Ten Views of West Lake”, Broken Bridge is also famous for its lingering snow. If after a snowfall you wish to view such wonderful and precious scenery, then it is recommended to go early to avoid the large flow of crowds.
Address: Beishan Road, Hangzhou (杭州市北山路)
Xixi National Wetland Park
It can be said that Xixi National Wetland Park presents its most beautiful charm in autumn when sitting on a sculling boat and appreciating the soft yellow reeds is an enjoyable experience. In fact, after snow which falls onto the wetland’s cottages and bridges, the park becomes a picture postcard with its thick white rooftops, frozen rivers and dry grass curving by the snow.
Address: 518, Tianmushan Road, Hangzhou (杭州市天目山路518号)
Hangzhou Botanical Garden
Though full of green plants, Hangzhou Botanical Garden is more a world of fairy tales than a forest. It is embraced by an abundance of white trees which are frequently visited by flocks of birds whose morning chorus brings joy to the silent surroundings.
Address: 1 Taoyuan Hill, Xihu District, Hangzhou（杭州市西湖区桃源岭1号）
Manjuelong Village
Manjuelong Village is attractive for its B&Bs and photographers are also drawn to it for its proximity to nature. When snow falls, the village doesn’t become cold instead it oozes warm through its surrounding beauty.
Address: Xihu District, Hangzhou（杭州市西湖区）
Lingyin Temple
Seen from afar, Lingyin Temple in the snow resembles the Forbidden City with its yellow walls and white tiles. As you approach, you will discover more Zen elements and pious traces obscure in the white trees, making Lingyin Temple one of the most peaceful places on earth.
Address: 1 Fayun Alley, Xihu District, Hangzhou (杭州市西湖区法云弄1号)
No.288, Yan'an Road, Hangzhou, China