Hangzhou

WELCOME to HANGZHOU

A historic city of poetry and tea, Hangzhou is a lakeside metropolis nestled on the shores of the West Lake in the heart of the Yangtze River Delta in eastern China. In harmonious evolution, its skyline rises with innovative architectural ventures, yet its ancient soul, an unparalleled treasure, gracefully preserves its timeless charm. In particular, West Lake Cultural Landscape, listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site for its exceptional fusion of nature and culture, stands as a magnificent testament to the exchange of aesthetic influences over more than a millennium, through its role as the capital of the Southern Song Dynasty, and through the significance of the Grand Canal in domestic and global trade.

The city's landscape and architecture reflect continuous cultivation and refinement from the Wu-Yue period to the modern era. The classical garden and architectural ensembles, largely shaped from the Tang and Song dynasties onward, make Hangzhou an outstanding exemplar of Chinese landscape design and literati culture, granting it a unique harmony and coherence between man-made beauty and natural scenery. It is also celebrated for its historic Lingyin Temple, its traditional tea houses and mansions built across dynasties, and its cultural institutions, such as the China National Silk Museum. Serene parks and willow-lined causeways trace the contours of the lake. The Leifeng Pagoda, perched on a hill, and the Su Causeway, adorned with peach blossoms, are poetically mirrored in the placid waters of the lake.

The world's tea capital, with its renowned Longjing (Dragon Well) tea plantations and tea culture, the city is also recognized as a hub for digital economy and innovation, hosting major international events like the G20 summit. The city serves as a strategic center for e-commerce and the internet industry, home to numerous global tech giants. Alongside renowned comprehensive universities, the city is home to prominent specialized institutions like Zhejiang University of Technology (ZJUT), a key provincial university focusing on engineering and technology, and driving research in fields like green chemical engineering and mechanical design. This strong academic presence, with a student population exceeding 100,000, cements Hangzhou's status as a national and global center for higher education, scientific research, and talent development.

Hangzhou is equally famed for its art of living, its delicate Hangbang cuisine, and its silk heritage, and is steadfastly progressing as a model for sustainable and livable urban development. Like the Qiantang River and its majestic tidal bore, the city is constantly moving forward, embracing the future while honoring its past, and welcoming visitors with open arms and a warm heart.