Chinese New Year holiday is over and the temperature is soaring these days. The beautiful spring that has been away for long now quietly returns to earth. It is indeed here! Where to have fun in spring? You should not miss out on the beautiful scenery of Yuhang! Let’s “have a date” with Yuhang and start the New Year with joy in the following places full of liveliness and fun!
Jingshan Town 径山镇
Address: Yuhang District, Hangzhou, Zhejiang 浙江省杭州市余杭区
The warm spring breeze blows through the newly budded bamboo forest of Jingshan Mountain and carries the refreshing scent to your face.
Jingshan Temple 径山寺
Address: Top of Jingshan Mountain, Jingshan Town, Yuhang District, Hangzhou, Zhejiang 浙江省杭州市余杭区径山镇径山顶
Walk along the stone path all the way up to the mountain. Pray for blessings at Jingshan Temple. Get away from the hustle and bustle of the world, make a wish and find your true self.
Jingshan Flower Sea 径山花海
Address: Longhuang Road, Yuhuang District, Hangzhou, Zhejiang 浙江省杭州市余杭区龙皇路
In spring, the sea of flowers in Jingshan is very beautiful. You may get on the little sightseeing train and explore the fairytale dream world in the midst of colorful flowers.
Luniao Town 鸬鸟镇
Address: Yuhang District, Hangzhou, Zhejiang 浙江省杭州市余杭区
Make your way through the woods and get to the top of Luniao Mountain. Stand in the warm spring breeze atop the mountain and look far into the distance. What a pleasure it is to return to the pure wild nature!
Wild Paradise ATV & Barbecue 野天堂ATV余杭鸬鸟全地形车烧烤
Address: Wild Paradise Town, Xiaqianxian, Yuhang District, Hangzhou, Zhejiang 浙江省杭州市余杭区下前线野天堂小镇内
Thrill-seekers may go to Wild Paradise Town to enjoy an ATV (all-terrain-vehicle) ride and experience the fun of off-roading in the back-to-nature country life.
Maotang Ancient Village 茅塘古村落
Address: Taiping, Luniao Town, Yuhang District, Hangzhou, Zhejiang 浙江省杭州市余杭区鸬鸟镇太平
Or stroll in the spring rain around the charming ancient village of Maotang, where the festive atmosphere of Chinese New Year is still strong.
Tangxi Old Town 塘栖古镇
Address: Guangji Road (West of Tangxi Hospital), Yuhang District, Hangzhou, Zhejiang 浙江省杭州市余杭区广济路(塘栖医院西侧)
The ancient Beijing-Hangzhou Grand Canal has been flowing through Tangxi for more than a thousand years. Along this ancient canal, there is the only remaining seven-hole ancient stone bridge: Guangji Bridge. The bridge spans across the canal and looks very magnificent and beautiful from a distance. It is a must-visit site for people who come to visit the Grand Canal.
During Chinese New Year, there is a strong festive atmosphere in the old town. And famous attractions can be found everywhere here. Guangji Bridge, Qianlong Imperial Stele, Guo Pu Well and Canal Barn Museum are the essence of the ancient town. It's worth a visit in spring while flowers are in full bloom!
Chaoshan Scenic Area 超山风景区
Address: Longchao Line, Yuhang District, Hangzhou, Zhejiang 浙江省杭州市余杭区龙超线
Not far from the ancient town of Tangxi is Chaoshan Scenic Area, where the plum blossoms, a must-see every year, are now in full bloom, with dazzling red, white and yellow colors.
Pingyao Town 瓶窑镇
Address: Yuhang District, Hangzhou, Zhejiang 浙江省杭州市余杭区
Spring cannot go without cherry blossoms! The 2021 Romantic Cherry Blossom Tourism and Cultural Festival is officially opened today in Hangzhou Cherry Blossom Garden. The event will last until April 25. Do not miss it out if you love cherry blossoms!
Hangzhou Cherry Blossom Garden 杭州樱花园
Address: South of Provincial Road 201, Yuhang District, Hangzhou, Zhejiang 浙江省杭州市余杭区201省道南侧
Liangzhu Ancient City Ruins Park 良渚古城遗址公园
Address: Northeast corner of the intersection of National Highway 104 and Huaxing Road, Yuhang District, Hangzhou, Zhejiang 浙江省杭州市余杭区104国道与华兴路交叉口东北角
When spring arrives, buds in Liangzhu Ancient City Ruins Park just cannot contain their excitement anymore. They sprout one after another, decorating the land of a 5,000-year-old civilization.
As soon as spring comes, the scent of flowers starts to fill every corner of Yuhang. And rapeseed flowers, peach blossoms, and bauhinia...will be in bloom later. Don’t forget to check them out!