The West Lake was built in the 8th century from a lagoon of the Qiantang River. All around, the landscape has been expanded and the lake is now considered a classic beauty of Chinese landscape design.

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July 19, 2024

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Throughout history the West Lake (西湖 = XiHu) has been an inspiration to painters and poets. Since 2011 it is also a World Heritage site for the influence the lake …

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September 22, 2025

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A beautiful place with lotus blossoms on the lake and right by the path.

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1. West Lake (Xi Hu), Hangzhou – Jixian Pavilion loop from 龙翔桥

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2. View of Hangzhou and West Lake – West Lake (Xi Hu), Hangzhou loop from 浙江图书馆

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3. West Lake (Xi Hu), Hangzhou loop from 凤起路

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West Lake (Xi Hu), Hangzhou

1. West Lake (Xi Hu), Hangzhou – Jixian Pavilion loop from 龙翔桥

2. View of Hangzhou and West Lake – West Lake (Xi Hu), Hangzhou loop from 浙江图书馆

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