Ningbo
This is an ancient city. In fact, it is one of the oldest cities in China. Due to its location on the Yangtze River delta, Ningbo has a rich and vibrant culture as a trade city.
Travel time: 1hr 30min by high-speed train D3102 from Wenzhou.
Things to do in the city:
Dongqian Lake (park, free)
West Lake (park, free)
Tai Lake (park, free)
Tianfeng Pagoda (Song Dynasty reconstructed pagoda, 5 RMB)
Tianyi Pavilion (Fan family library, 20 RMB)
Things to do outside the city:
Baoguo temple and Tang Dynasty pillars(Buddhist temple complex, 12 RMB)--located 15 km east of the city on Lingshan Mtn.
Yandang Mtn. (UNESCO world geopark and 8 famous scenic areas, 10-30 RMB depending on location)--Located outside Wenzhou in Leching county about 4 hours from Ningbo.
Other things to do:
Check out the traditional handicrafts produced in this city; many of which can be found on the main shopping streets. These crafts include hand-woven bamboo vases, wood and bamboo carvings and various animal sculptures. Also, due to its location on the Yangtze River delta, this city has always been--and continues to be--a thriving import city with lots of shopping opportunities.
Wednesday, June 9, 2010
Summer Travel 2
Hangzhou
For a quick, inexpensive trip to an interesting city, consider Hangzhou.
travel time: 3 hours by high-speed train D3108 out of Wenzhou.
Places to go in the city:
West Lake (park, free)
Mausoleum of General Yue Fei (park and temple complex, 25 RMB)
6 harmonies Pagoda (pagoda and park complex, 30 RMB)
National Silk Museum (museum, free)
Ling Yin Temple (temple and park complex, 30-35 RMB)
Qing He Fang Street (shopping)
Places to go nearby:
National Tea Museum (museum, free)--located just west of West Lake in the incorporated village of Longjing.
Other things to do:
Try the local cuisine. Hangzhou culture has been influenced by many different groups over the centuries. The local specialties are braised pork and "beggars chicken," both of which are quite good if done properly. There is also a vibrant night life in this city and sunset marks the beginning of business hours for many pubs and bars as well as tea houses. Each one is unique and those around West Lake are rather nice to visit on hot summer days.
For a quick, inexpensive trip to an interesting city, consider Hangzhou.
travel time: 3 hours by high-speed train D3108 out of Wenzhou.
Places to go in the city:
West Lake (park, free)
Mausoleum of General Yue Fei (park and temple complex, 25 RMB)
6 harmonies Pagoda (pagoda and park complex, 30 RMB)
National Silk Museum (museum, free)
Ling Yin Temple (temple and park complex, 30-35 RMB)
Qing He Fang Street (shopping)
Places to go nearby:
National Tea Museum (museum, free)--located just west of West Lake in the incorporated village of Longjing.
Other things to do:
Try the local cuisine. Hangzhou culture has been influenced by many different groups over the centuries. The local specialties are braised pork and "beggars chicken," both of which are quite good if done properly. There is also a vibrant night life in this city and sunset marks the beginning of business hours for many pubs and bars as well as tea houses. Each one is unique and those around West Lake are rather nice to visit on hot summer days.
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