



Xi Lake
Hangzhou
Marco Polo called Hangzhou "the finest and most splendid city in the world," and standing at misty West Lake watching tea pickers at work, you might just agree. This is where poetry meets real life.
Historic lake scenery
Peaceful morning walks
Traditional tea culture
Pagoda viewpoints
Tips
🏛️"the finest and most splendid city in the world" (Marco Polo)
🌫️visit at dawn for misty lake views
🍵watch for tea pickers in the hills
Xi Lake
Hangzhou




Marco Polo called Hangzhou "the finest and most splendid city in the world," and standing at misty West Lake watching tea pickers at work, you might just agree. This is where poetry meets real life.
Historic lake scenery
Peaceful morning walks
Traditional tea culture
Pagoda viewpoints
Tips
🏛️"the finest and most splendid city in the world" (Marco Polo)
🌫️visit at dawn for misty lake views
🍵watch for tea pickers in the hills