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Hangzhou was settled

4,700 years ago, thus g

the auroral Liangzhu Civ

of the seven ancient ca

key scenic tourism and

ture cities in Southeast zhou once was applaude

splendid and luxuriou

world by Marco Polo, th

eler in the 13th century.

It is located in the southern part of

the Yangtze River Delta, at the west-

ern end of Hangzhou Bay, in the lower

reaches of the Qiantang River, and at

the southern end of Beijing-Hangzhou

Grand Canal. It is an important andcentral city in the Yangtze River Delta

and a trac hub in southeast China.

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History

Hangzhou is a city with rich histor-

ical heritage and colorful cultures,

also one of the seven ancient capitals

in China. The Liangzhu Civilization

created by our forefathers living here

about 5000 years ago was considered

the dawn of the Chinese civilization.

Originally known as Yu Hang, Hang-

zhou had former names such as Qian

Tang, Lin An and so on. It used to be

the capital of China in Wuyue King-

dom, Southern Song Dynasy and some

other dynasies. Hangzhou is endowed

with high value historical relics, which

are characterized by long time span

and rich varieties.

Culture

The native residents of Hangzhou

speak a Wu dialect. However, the

Wu dialect varies throughout the area

where it is spoken. Tea is an important

part of Hangzhous economy and cul-

ture. Hangzhou is best known for orig-

inating Longjing, a notable variety of

green tea, the most notable type being

Xi Hu Long Jing. Known as the best

type of Long Jing tea, Xi Hu Long Jing

is grown near Xi Hu in Hangzhou,

hence its name.

Economy

Hangzhous economy has rapidly de-

veloped since its opening up in 1992.

It is an industrial city with many di-

verse sectors such as in light industry,

agriculture, textile and so on. It is also

considered an important manufactur-

ing base and logistics hub for coastal

China. The city has developed many

new industries since, they include

medicine, information technology,

heavy equipment, automotive com-

ponents, electronics, telecommuni-

cation, fne chemicals, chemical fbreand food processing.

Tourism

Hangzhou is renowned for its histor-

ic relics and natural beauty. It is often

known as one of the most beautiful

cities in China, also ranking as one

of the most scenic cities. Although

Hangzhou has been th

recent urban developm

retains its historical and

itage. Today, tourism re

portant factor for Hang

omy as well as culture

inuences the whole pro

Must-dos in Hang

West Lake

Xixi Wetland

Lingyin Temple

Leifeng Tower

Hangzhouwan Bridge

Xi Hu Longjin Green

West Lake Vinegar Fi

Green Tea Hometown

Wulin Square Tiger Spring Hangzhou Bay