Want to unlock an incredibly rich citywalk route along West Lake? Let's start from Huanglong Cave and journey through Yue Opera performances, West Lake views, and historical exploration, with beautiful scenery and culture accompanying you on this fascinating route.
Station 1: Huanglong Cave - Listen to Yue Opera and Visit the Matchmaker's Shrine
Huanglong Cave, a garden hidden among the mountains and forests, has an ancient charm that seems to transport you through time.
Stepping into the garden, the melodious sounds of opera linger in the air. On the Xiyuan stage, three different intangible cultural heritage performances—Yue Opera, Hang Opera, and Jiangnan Silk and Bamboo music—add cultural depth and artistic charm.
The Matchmaker's Shrine is also one of the main attractions of Huanglong Cave, a place where young men and women pray for good relationships.
Station 2: Chuyang Terrace - Panoramic View of West Lake
Climbing up from Huanglong Cave, through the dense forest, you arrive at Chuyang Terrace. This is an excellent spot for viewing West Lake! The rippling lake surface, winding causeways, and lush mountains resemble an ink painting. How beautiful!
Station 3: Yue Fei Temple - Multiple Interactive Experiences
Continuing along the mountain path, you reach the Yue Fei Temple scenic area. Entering this temple commemorating Yue Fei, you're struck by the weight of history. Listening to stories of Yue Fei's loyalty to his country, those years of war seem to appear before your eyes.
Here, you can also experience making rubbings of the phrase "Serve the Country with Utmost Loyalty," feel the charm of ancient intangible heritage skills, and practice copying "The Memorial Before the Expedition" to appreciate the hero's devoted loyalty.
Friendly Tips:
This route is for walking, taking approximately 2-3 hours. Entrance tickets to Huanglong Cave and Yue Fei Temple are not included. Please take proper safety precautions and respect the ecological environment and cultural relics.