Things to Do in Hangzhou: New Events & Hot Spots (Updated 2026)

West Lake’s fall travel peak (September–November) features a subway shuttle route that serves 12 nearby subway stations and runs directly to Broken Bridge, Leifeng Tower, Su Causeway, Lingyin, Manjuelong, and other popular attractions, offering travelers a convenient way to tour around the lake. 🚇 West Lake subway shuttle route Transfer from the subway straight onto the bus, skip parking hassles and ride-hailing stress, and easily explore West Lake. The route covers classic attractions such as Broken Bridge, Leifeng Tower, and Su Causeway, making it ideal for fall lake-loop tours. ⏰ Time: September–November 💡 Travel tip: Please park shared bikes properly to avoid blocking pathways. Come to Hangzhou’s West Lake and experience the ease and beauty of a fall loop around the lake!

The koi you forward on your phone can’t beat the real ones raised at temples. 🐟 Young travelers are heading to temples to feed koi and catch some good luck—the kind you can hold in your hands. China and Thailand’s 6 lucky ponds. See the koi, luck +1 👇 🇨🇳 China 🐟 Suzhou · Xiyuan Temple 📍 Address: No. 18 Xiyuan Lane, Liuyuan Rd, Gusu District, Suzhou (Subway Line 1, Tongjing North Rd Station, within walking distance) 🙏 What to do: Buy an admission ticket, feed koi and pigeons at the temple’s release pond, and if you’re lucky, you might spot a giant softshell turtle said to be over 400 years old. Copy sutras at the lakeside pavilion to quiet the mind. ✨ Highlights: Two living “treasures” hold court—koi and a giant softshell turtle. After feeding, try a bowl of Guanyin noodles. Pure comfort. 🐟 Luoyang · White Horse Temple 📍 Address: Baima Temple Town, Luolong District, Luoyang (Direct buses 56/58 from downtown) 🙏 What to do: Feed the 2,000 koi—so chubby and goofy locals call them “water huskies”—at the release pond. Toss a coin into the ancient wishing well for good fortune. While you’re here, visit the India, Myanmar, and Thailand-themed halls—four countries in one temple. ✨ Highlights: China’s first Buddhist temple. The koi are so numerous they’ve become a local meme. Coin wishes are a time-honored ritual. 🐟 Hangzhou · Lingyin Temple 📍 Address: No. 1 Fayun Lane, Lingyin Rd, Xihu District, Hangzhou (inside Lingyin Feilai Peak Scenic Area; Bus 7 to Lingyin) 🙏 What to do: Feed koi by the cool spring creek—the temple’s famous koi magnet that swarms in 3 seconds when you toss food. Red carp in the release pond symbolize abundance year after year. Afterwards, enjoy vegetarian food at Shifangyuan. ✨ Highlights: The temple associated with Ji Gong, the “Living Buddha.” Plump, round koi in spring water and a serene Zen vibe bring double the good luck. 🐟 Qingdao · Zhanshan Temple 📍 Address: No. 2 Zhiquan Rd, Shinan District, Qingdao (Subway Line 2, Zhiquan Rd Station, Exit C; approx. 10 minutes on foot) 🙏 What to do: Pick up 3 free incense sticks at the gate. Bring steamed buns to feed the pond full of red koi by the Avalokitesvara release pond. Toss a coin to make a wish—locals say it works wonders. Walk around the Medicine Buddha Pagoda three times, then grab a bowl of noodles at the vegetarian canteen Suxiang Zhai. ✨ Highlights: A 600-year-old temple in the heart of the city. The “see koi, get lucky” meme started here. You can wander all day without getting tired of it. 🇹🇭 Thailand 🐟 Chiang Rai · Wat Rong Khun - White Temple 📍 Address: About 13 km south of central Chiang Rai, Thailand (Reachable by car charter/rideshare. Search "Wat Rong Khun" in your map.) 🙏 What to do: Sprinkle some fish food at the koi wishing pond outside the main hall. Buy a wishing plaque to hang, or write a wish on a silver leaf. Before you go, drop a coin in the wishing well. ✨ Highlights: Locals say “feed the fish at the White Temple for a whole year of good luck.” The pure white sanctuary with red koi makes for next-level photos. 🐟 Chiang Mai · Wat Phra That Doi Suthep 📍 Address: Doi Suthep, Chiang Mai, Thailand (About 16 km west of the city. Go up by songthaew or car charter.) 🙏 What to do: Climb the 309-step naga staircase or take the cable car. Feed the plump koi at the “pond in the clouds.” Receive holy water and a white string blessing from a monk, and draw a fortune stick while you’re there. ✨ Highlights: A pilgrimage site housing Buddha relics. A double boost of “cloudside koi feeding + white string protection,” plus sweeping views over Chiang Mai. Even the koi have clocked in at temples now. For real luck, go for the real thing. Which koi did you catch? Share in the comments—let’s see whose luck arrives first. 👇

Pet parents have a simple wish list: their fur babies eat well, sleep soundly, and stay healthy. But canned food and vaccines aren’t everything—some people are even offering incense for their pets — 6 pet-friendly temples—after praying for yourself, don’t forget to say a prayer for your fur baby 👇 🛕 Shenyang Ma'er Mountain Dashan Temple・pet blessings 📍 Address: Ma'er Mountain, Sujiatun District, Shenyang 🙏 How to pray: bring your fur baby into the temple and join the cat-and-dog blessing ceremony — no admission, parking is free ✨ Highlights: a rare pet-friendly temple that enshrines guardian statues of Diting and the three-eyed netherworld cat — even fur kids have guardian deities 🛕 Beijing Hongluosi・pet fortune bag 📍 Address: Hongluo Mountain, Huairou District, Beijing (Hongluosi) 🙏 How to get one: visit the temple’s cultural and creative shop — there are blessing fortune bags made just for cats and dogs; buy one to bring home for your fur baby ✨ Highlights: temple merch extends blessings from people to pets — Hongluosi’s pet fortune bag is a standout of this new wave 🛕 Hangzhou Lingyin Temple・life release blessings 📍 Address: Lingyin Road, Xihu District, Hangzhou 🙏 How to pray: on the 15th day of each lunar month, a life release blessing ceremony is held in front of the Medicine Master Hall — join the monks to release animals ✨ Highlights: a regular ceremony listed on Lingyin Temple’s official site that promotes scientific life release — earn merit for your pet and blessings for yourself 🛕 Dujiangyan cat temple・cat deity 📍 Address: Dujiangyan, Sichuan (inside the scenic area) 🙏 How to pray: bring your cat to pay respect to the cat deity statue — the temple’s 30 resident cats are on duty, with cat-themed elements everywhere ✨ Highlights: a viral mini temple that enshrines the cat deity, even covered by Guangming Online — a must-visit check-in spot for cat owners 🛕 Bangkok Wat Paknam・cat library 📍 Address: by the Chao Phraya River, Bangkok (Wat Paknam) 🙏 How to visit: head to the temple library to hang out with cats — the temple’s adopted cats live here, and Thai media have covered it ✨ Highlights: "add merit, add heart, add cats" — the temple pampers its cats, and their good fortune might even beat ours 🛕 Bangkok Wat Phai Lueang・animal charity 📍 Address: Thailand (Wat Phai Lueang) 🙏 How to do good: make merit by redeeming a buffalo (help the temple buy water buffalo from slaughter), then feed abandoned cats and dogs ✨ Highlights: temple-led animal charity widely covered by Thai mainstream media — feeding stray cats and dogs builds blessings for your own pet At the end of the day, praying for your fur baby comes down to one thing: their health. Have you taken your fur baby to a temple? Share your pet’s blessing photos in the comments 👇 ⚠️ Friendly reminder: blessing rituals are a folk experience, and results are for reference only. For life release, follow temple-organized scientific practices and avoid releasing animals into the wild on your own. For your pet’s health, vaccines, checkups, and your companionship are the most reliable.

In the past couple of years, temples aren’t just packed with worshippers—they’ve also become cultural merch trendsetters. You may have to line up for bracelets, race for blind boxes, and fridge magnets sell out fast. Visiting a temple without picking up some merch just feels like something’s missing 👇 🛕 Hangzhou Lingyin Temple • 18-seed bracelet 📍 Address: No. 1 Fayun Lane, Lingyin Rd, Xihu District, Hangzhou (ritual items counter) 🙏 How to buy: Head to the ritual items counter for the 18-seed bracelet—a bodhi bead strand with 18 different seeds. You’ll see it on almost everyone. ✨ Highlight: Lingyin’s 18-seed bracelet got so popular it once sold out. Each bead is different, and wearing it brings a little peace of mind. 🛕 Chengdu Wenshu Monastery • merch store blind boxes 📍 Address: Wenshuyuan St, Qingyang District, Chengdu (on-site merch store) 🙏 How to buy: Browse the on-site merch store—bracelets, plush dolls, and charms fill the shelves, plus blind boxes to try your luck. ✨ Highlight: It’s a check-in hotspot. Some visitors even get small freebies for checking in. What you pull from the blind box all comes down to luck. 🛕 Beijing Yonghe Temple • incense-ash glass bracelet 📍 Address: 12 Yonghegong St, Dongcheng District, Beijing (ritual items counter) 🙏 How to buy: For the incense-ash glass bracelet, go early and line up—people start waiting at 7:00 AM and rush in at opening. ✨ Highlight: One of the most viral temple items online, with hashtag views topping 100 million. Even a 2-hour line can’t stop the hype. 🛕 Shaolin Temple • kung fu-themed merch 📍 Address: Shaolin Temple, Songshan, Dengfeng, Henan (merch store inside the scenic area) 🙏 How to buy: Visit the temple’s merch store—bracelets and kung fu-themed goods pack the counters. After touring Shaolin, grab a piece to take with you. ✨ Highlight: Temple merch powered by the kung fu IP. It’s a must-stop for visitors—take Shaolin kung fu home in souvenir form. 🛕 Chiang Mai Wat Phra That Doi Suthep • fortune stick drawing 📍 Address: On Doi Suthep, Chiang Mai, Thailand (inside Wat Phra That Doi Suthep) 🙏 How to play: Drop a coin, shake the fortune stick cylinder, and draw a lot—match the number to the interpretation slip. It’s the Thai temple version of a blind box. ✨ Highlight: Drawing lots is free. Afterward, pay respects at the golden chedi and take in Chiang Mai’s panorama for all the ceremony feels. 🛕 Bangkok Erawan Shrine area • deity charms 📍 Address: Ratchaprasong district, Bangkok (around the Erawan Shrine) 🙏 How to buy: Browse the souvenir stalls—rows of Erawan Shrine and Ganesha mini charms. Pick one you like and take it with you. ✨ Highlight: Deity charms are classic gifts. With many designs, they look great on a bag or keychain for a touch of exotic flair. How hot is temple merch right now? Lines, flash sales, and hashtags with over 100 million views—this is how culture travels home with visitors. Which temple merch have you bought? Share in the comments 👇 Note: Fortune drawing is a folk experience. Results are for reference and fun only. Shop within your means and spend wisely.

Several well-known attractions across Zhejiang have rolled out a limited-time free admission promotion. Qiandao Lake is offering up to 5 months of free entry, and multiple Xinchang attractions are free through the end of November. Come enjoy this cultural and travel bonanza! 🏞 Qiandao Lake ⏰ Dates: Nov 1, 2026–Mar 31, 2027 🎫 Admission: general admission to the central lake area and southeast lake area is free. Boat transportation is 30% off. • General admission to the central lake area and southeast lake area is free. An all-in-one pass special is available, with linked discounts on admission, boat tickets, and on-island activities. • The two lake areas have 7 routes and 25 departures connecting the key islands. Central lake routes include Meifeng Island, Fishing Fun Island, Longshan Island, and Moonlight Island. Southeast lake routes include Osmanthus Island, Tianchi Island, and Huangshanjian. 🚗 Transportation: for self-drive, navigate to "Qiandao Lake Central Lake Area Tourist Pier" or "Qiandao Lake Southeast Lake Area Tourist Pier." Driving time is approx. 25 minutes. There is an on-site shuttle ticket counter 100m from the high-speed rail station exit. If you buy online, exchange your ticket at the station’s ticket counter before boarding. ⛰ Xinchang free admission promotion for three major attractions ⏰ Dates: Oct 28–Nov 30, 2026 🎫 Admission: general admission is free for visitors nationwide • Shijiufeng (Nineteen Peaks) Scenic Area is free, featuring experiences such as the scenic mini train, Shijiufengxia Coffee, and high-altitude challenge packages. • Xinchang Great Buddha Temple (Dafosi) Cultural Tourism Area is free, covering new offerings like Ruyuan Shiguang dining, kiln-baked bread at Xinchang Hotel, and Foxin Bookroom Dian Dian Coffee. • Xinchang Tianmu Mountain Scenic Area is free, where you can experience a perfect blend of nature and culture. 💡 Travel tips: plan your itinerary in advance, and check the attraction’s transportation and opening hours for activities. Come to Qiandao Lake and Xinchang in Zhejiang to enjoy this limited-time free admission bonanza!

In November, many scenic areas across China are waiving admission fees, including Qiandao Lake, Jiuzhaigou National Park, Huangshan, Lushan National Park, and Chaka Salt Lake, giving travelers a rare chance to get away. 🗻 Qiandao Lake Famed for its emerald waters, lush hills, and countless islands, Qiandao Lake is a perfect place to enjoy fall scenery. The free-entry policy makes it even easier to soak in its lake-and-mountain views. 🏞 Jiuzhaigou National Park In fall, Jiuzhaigou National Park is picture-perfect, with multicolored lakes set against valleys ablaze with foliage. The free-entry policy lets visitors take in this earthly wonder up close. ⛰ Huangshan The pines, oddly shaped rocks, sea of clouds, and hot springs of Huangshan are even more magnificent in fall. The free-entry policy allows more visitors to experience this UNESCO World Heritage Site. 🌄 Lushan National Park Lushan National Park is known for its serene fall beauty, with mist drifting through the mountains like a dreamscape. The free-entry policy makes it easier to explore this historic cultural mountain. 🌅 Chaka Salt Lake Known as the mirror of the sky, Chaka Salt Lake remains breathtaking in fall. The free-entry policy lets visitors capture dreamy reflection shots to their heart’s content. 💡 Travel tip: Plan your itinerary in advance and check the specific free-entry policies for each scenic area to make the most of your trip. Head to these popular scenic areas, take advantage of November’s free-entry offers, and set off on a spontaneous fall getaway!

Fall scenery in and around Hupao Park in Hangzhou is at its peak. Maples, dawn redwoods, and ginkgo trees weave a vibrant tapestry. A leisurely stroll feels like stepping into a fall oil painting. 🍁 Prince Bay Park Maples and dawn redwoods reflect on the clear lake, creating layered colors like a natural oil painting. The park’s winding paths invite unhurried walks to soak in fall’s calm and beauty. 🍂 Beishan Street Starting from Broken Bridge, stroll along Beishan Street. The plane tree leaves have turned golden, and the crunch of fallen leaves underfoot sounds like a symphony of fall. 🌳 Dafu Temple site Hidden within the site stands an ancient ginkgo tree that is centuries old. Its golden leaves shimmer in the sunlight, adding a timeless, poetic charm to the ruins. 💡 Travel tip: Wear comfortable hiking shoes. Fall temperatures are pleasant and perfect for outdoor activities. Come to Hupao Park and its surroundings in Hangzhou to savor the poetry and beauty of fall!

Hangzhou Grand Canal Chrysanthemum Exhibition sets a rich fall mood with its unique animal-themed chrysanthemum area and the fresh, interwoven scent of chrysanthemums and osmanthus. It’s a must-visit flower spot this season. 🌼 Animal-themed chrysanthemum zone A chrysanthemum kitten crouches adorably on the grassy slope, and the giant wheels of a pumpkin carriage draw countless eyes. Adults and kids alike will find their own moments of joy here. 🍂 Fall ambience Stroll along the cobblestone path as your footsteps mingle with the fall breeze. The air is filled with a fresh, delicate blend of osmanthus and chrysanthemum, like stepping into an autumn painting that makes you want to linger. ⏳ Recommended time to visit: Fall is the best viewing season. 📍 Location: Grand Canal, Hangzhou 🚇 Transportation: Subway Line 10, Huanglong Sports Center Station, within walking distance 🎫 Admission: Free entry 💡 Travel tip: Visit outside peak times to avoid the crowds. Come to the Hangzhou Grand Canal and experience a romantic encounter between chrysanthemums and fall!

West Lake in Hangzhou is entering the height of fall, as ginkgo, red maples, and withered lotuses take center stage to showcase the city’s gentlest season. 🍂 Ginkgo, red maples, and withered lotuses In fall, West Lake is draped in golden ginkgo leaves, fiery red maples, and serene withered lotuses, creating a picture-perfect scene. Whether you stroll along the shore or cruise across the lake, every view is filled with the charm of the season. 🌳 Lingyin Road, Nine Creeks, and Prince Bay The soapberry trees along Lingyin Road glow golden, the trees at Nine Creeks appear and disappear through the morning mist, and the reeds at Prince Bay sway in the breeze, composing a uniquely West Lake take on fall. 🌲 Quiet corners on the west side of Yang Causeway To escape the crowds, head to Yuhu Bay and Maojiabu on the west side of Yang Causeway. The dawn redwood groves and thatched pavilions are tranquil and secluded—perfect for off-the-beaten-path photo spots where you can even hear birdsong. 🌅 Silhouettes of withered lotuses at Breeze-Ruffled Lotus at Quyuan Garden Around sunset, the withered lotus area at Breeze-Ruffled Lotus at Quyuan Garden is an ideal spot for silhouette shots. The setting sun spills across the water, tracing the contours of the lotuses for a beautifully poetic scene. 💡 Travel tips: Visit popular spots like Broken Bridge and Breeze-Ruffled Lotus at Quyuan Garden outside peak hours. Temperatures can vary widely between morning and evening in fall, so bring a light jacket. Come to West Lake in Hangzhou and feel the gentle romance of fall!

Other people go on a Citywalk to shop ’til they drop; you go on a Citywalk to pray and make wishes. One street with 9 shrines, one route with 4 ancient temples — the most spiritually powerful Citywalk across China and Thailand. By the end your legs will feel like jelly, and your wishes will be made 👇 🛕 Hangzhou Lingyin Temple・route starting point 📍 Address: No. 1 Fayun Lane, Lingyin Road, Xihu District, Hangzhou 🙏 How to pray: Enter the mountain gate and visit the Mahavira Hall, snap the "Within an inch of the Western Paradise" screen wall, then check out the Feilai Peak stone carvings along the way. ✨ Highlights: Ji Gong became a monk here. Incense offerings are strong year-round, so no off-season. First Citywalk stop is your queueing practice. 🛕 Hangzhou Yongfu Temple・coffee break halfway up 📍 Address: Inside the Lingyin scenic area, Xihu District, Hangzhou (a few minutes’ walk from Lingyin Temple) 🙏 How to pray: After the main hall, don’t rush off. Order a "Suiyuan" coffee at the temple café — a blind box style; what you get depends on fate. ✨ Highlights: The temple’s own "Cibei Coffee," a pun on "compassion." Pray and grab a coffee in one stop. 🛕 Hangzhou Taoguang Temple・climb to the top for panoramic views 📍 Address: Mid-slope of North Peak, Xihu District, Hangzhou (above Yongfu Temple) 🙏 How to pray: Hike up to pay respects to the Taoguang patriarch, then stand on the Viewing Tower and gaze into the distance — "From the tower, watch the sun over the vast sea; the gate faces the Qiantang River tide." ✨ Highlights: The most leg-intensive stretch of the route. The summit view is worth it, with West Lake and the Qiantang River spread out below. 🛕 Hangzhou Shangtianzhu Faxi Temple・final photo stop 📍 Address: Tianzhu Road (Shangtianzhu), Xihu District, Hangzhou 🙏 How to pray: After the main hall, make a wish, then follow the yellow walls and steps for a few shots — a top trending photo spot. ✨ Highlights: Yellow walls and red gates make instant cover photos. A perfect Citywalk finale. 🛕 Bangkok Erawan Shrine・the star of the street 📍 Address: Ratchaprasong intersection, Bangkok (opposite Central World, next to the Erawan Hotel) 🙏 How to pray: Each of the four faces covers a different wish. Pray clockwise to all four, state your name and your wish, and carry incense and garlands with you. ✨ Highlights: The most popular of the 9 shrines on this street, open 24 hours, easy to stop by as you pass. 🛕 Bangkok Ganesha Shrine・the wisdom stop 📍 Address: Outside Central World, Bangkok (next to the love deity shrine) 🙏 How to pray: Pray to Ganesha, the god of wisdom and learning. Offer flowers, fruit, and milk (no meat), and state your exam or career goals. ✨ Highlights: A few minutes’ walk from the Erawan Shrine. The second must-visit on the same street, good for wisdom and career. After the loop, your legs will be soft and your mind at ease. Others spend on their Citywalk; you make wishes on yours. Not a bad deal. ⚠️ Metaphysical content is for reference only. Praying and making wishes can serve as a mental anchor; good fortune ultimately comes from your own actions. Sincerity matters, and action matters even more.

From November 1, 2026 to March 31, 2027, admission to Zhejiang’s Qiandao Lake is free, and boat transportation fares are 30% off. In addition, Nanbei Lake and Shendang Old Town in Haiyan are rolling out a rich lineup of fall and winter activities, inviting you to share a wonderful time. 🏞 Qiandao Lake ⏰ Dates: November 1, 2026–March 31, 2027 🎫 Tickets: Free admission. Boat transportation fares 30% off • Free admission to the Central Lake and Southeast Lake areas, with unlimited access to mountain-and-lake views. • Seven operating companies offer 30% off on sightseeing boats and leisure yachts. • A special all-in-one pass bundles admission, boat tickets, and on-island activities, streamlining booking and enhancing your trip experience. 🌊 Nanbei Lake 🎫 Tickets: Free admission • A national 4A-rated tourist attraction, encircled by mountains on three sides and facing the sea on the fourth, with abundant mountain, sea, and lake views. • The 2026 Nanbei Lake fall hiking festival kicks off on November 7, 2026, blending sport and leisure. 🏘 Shendang Old Town ⏰ Dates: November 7–8, 2026 • Classic Jiangnan water town scenery. The prototype for “Sundang” in Yu Hua’s writings, with Benhu Old Street’s winding bluestone slabs, white walls and black tiles, ancient bridges, flowing water, and vibrant street life. • Shengli Restaurant serves Xu Sanguan-style stir-fried pork liver with huangjiu, where everyday town life meets literature—perfect for a leisurely stroll and taste hunt. • The 139th Start-of-Winter brewing ceremony lets you experience brewing customs and traditional methods, and browse a lively brewing market. 💡 Travel tips: Plan your itinerary in advance and follow updates on scenic area events. Fall and winter temperatures are low, so dress warmly. Come to Qiandao Lake and Haiyan in Zhejiang to unlock colorful fall and winter experiences!

A total of 210 scenic areas across Zhejiang have launched a fall break promotion, including popular spots such as Xixi Wetland, Moganshan, and Yandang Mountain, with perks like half price, 40% off, and free admission with a student ID. The promotion runs from Sep 28–Nov 20, 2026, during the crisp fall season—ideal for traveling off-peak to enjoy beautiful scenery without the crowds. 🌿 Xixi Wetland ⏰ Time: Sep 28–Nov 20, 2026 🎫 Tickets: Half price, 40% off, and free admission with a student ID ✨ Highlights: • Fall wetland views, great for hiking and photography. ⛰ Moganshan ⏰ Time: Sep 28–Nov 20, 2026 🎫 Tickets: Half price, 40% off, and free admission with a student ID ✨ Highlights: • Fall hiking with sweeping views and immersive nature. ⛰ Yandang Mountain ⏰ Time: Sep 28–Nov 20, 2026 🎫 Tickets: Half price, 40% off, and free admission with a student ID ✨ Highlights: • Dramatic peaks, striking rock formations, and fall scenery. 💡 Travel tips: We recommend traveling off-peak to enjoy beautiful fall scenery without the crowds. Some scenic areas offer free entry with a student ID. Come to Zhejiang to unlock stunning fall vistas and great deals!

September 1, 2026–March 31, 2027, Hangzhou’s Xixi National Wetland Park and several core areas of Ningbo’s Xikou–Xuedou Mountain Scenic Area will introduce reciprocal ticket discounts, deepening cultural and tourism ties between the two cities. 🌿 Xixi Wetland ticket offers (exclusive to Ningbo residents) ⏰ Time: September 1, 2026–March 31, 2027 🎫 Tickets: Ningbo residents can enjoy discounted admission by presenting their ID card (based on the standard gate price) ✨ Highlights: • Discounted combo ticket for Xixi Wetland admission + boat ride (standard gate price). • Hotel deals: Enjoy 20% or 10% off stays at Wanfei Tencent Tianmei Hotel, Xixi Hotel, and Shili Fangfei Resort Village. 🏔 Xikou Scenic Area ticket offers (exclusive to Hangzhou residents) ⏰ Time: September 1, 2026–March 31, 2027 🎫 Tickets: Hangzhou residents can enjoy discounted full-price admission to Xikou Scenic Area with their ID card (standard gate price) ✨ Highlights: • Maitreya Altar ticket at a discounted gate price. • Hotel deals: 15% off public room rates at hotels under Fenghua Culture & Tourism Group. 🎟 Twin-park combo ticket (exclusive to visitors nationwide) ⏰ Time: September 1, 2026–March 31, 2027 🎫 Tickets: Discounted combo covering a full-price ticket to Xikou Scenic Area + Xixi Wetland admission and boat ride (standard gate price) ✨ Highlights: • Visit both parks within 1 month of purchase. • For partial refunds, the amount will be the combo price minus the on-site price of the park already visited. 🎫 Twin-park reciprocity (exclusive on Ctrip) ⏰ Time: September 1, 2026–March 31, 2027 🎫 Tickets: Eligible visitors can enjoy exclusive discounted rates on Xikou Scenic Area full tickets, Xixi Wetland admission, and the Xixi Wetland admission + boat combo (standard gate price) ✨ Highlights: • Discounted full-price ticket for Xikou Scenic Area (standard gate price). • Discounted admission for Xixi Wetland (standard gate price). • Discounted admission + boat combo for Xixi Wetland (standard gate price). 💡 Travel tips: Residents of both cities can receive exclusive ticket discounts with their ID cards. We recommend planning your itinerary in advance and allowing ample time for your visit. Come and unlock this brand-new reciprocal culture and tourism experience in Hangzhou and Ningbo!

Fall in Hangzhou is about more than West Lake. Many hidden-gem ancient villages are now in their most beautiful season and are perfect for a visit. 🏡 Hengyi Village 📍 Location: Xiaoshan, Hangzhou • Social-media-famous persimmon grove: Branches brim with golden persimmons, making it a popular fall attraction. • 600-year-old persimmon tree: The village’s oldest persimmon tree is nearly 600 years old and has witnessed the passage of time. • Great for strolling and snacking: Alleyway eats and specialty shops make it hard to leave. 🌳 Qingshan Village 📍 Location: Yuhang, Hangzhou • Artsy vibe: Cafés, a library, and creative shops abound, making it a favorite for culture lovers. • Greenway hikes: Scenic greenways are perfect for hiking enthusiasts. 🏠 Dongziguan Village 📍 Location: Fuyang, Hangzhou • Hangzhou-style residences: Distinctive architecture highlights rich local culture. • Picture-perfect scenery: From a distance, the village blends seamlessly with nature like a painting. 💡 Travel tip: We recommend wearing comfortable hiking shoes. Perfect for fall outings. Come to Hangzhou and explore these hidden-gem ancient villages this fall!

Zhejiang’s mountains cover 74.6% of the province’s land area. Every fall, forests light up from northwest to southeast, shifting from green to yellow, then flaming red, revealing a captivating scene where every tree shows fall colors and hills glow in the setting sun. Here are top recommendations for fall forest scenery and ancient trail hikes. 🌲 Tianmu Mountain 📍 Location: Northern Zhejiang ✨ Highlights: • Known as the kingdom of big trees, with more than 5,000 ancient and notable trees. • Home to the world’s largest grove of ancient cryptomeria, majestic in scale. • A millennia-old ginkgo spills a golden waterfall over a sheer cliff, spectacular and enchanting. • The world’s tallest golden larch rustles in the wind, laying an orange and yellow carpet along the mountain paths. • Zhinan Village in the mountains turns into a golden fairytale world. 🍁 Siming Mountains 📍 Location: Eastern Zhejiang ✨ Highlights: • Celebrated as the home of red maples in China, with dazzling fall colors. • Pond cypress along the shores of Siming Lake tinge the water red, creating picture-perfect views. • Maple forests in Lizhou Village glow like rosy clouds, vibrant and striking. • The Yangtian Lake Scenic Area is encircled by red maples, ginkgo, and golden larch, like a colorful crown. 🍂 Jinbao Mountain 📍 Location: Southern Zhejiang ⏰ Best time: Mid-October–early December ✨ Highlights: • Many species of red-leaf trees create a viewing season that lasts nearly 2 months. • Maples, sycamores, birches, and lacquer trees change color in turn, layering the hillsides with mesmerizing fall hues. • The winding mountain road offers scenic fall views, ideal for a self-drive trip. 🛤️ Jinhua Xiake Ancient Trail 📍 Location: Jinhua, Zhejiang ✨ Highlights: • A historic path explored and recorded by Xu Xiake over 400 years ago when he visited Jinhua Mountain. • From Zhizhe Temple, past Yangjia Mountain, and on to Lutian, with babbling streams and rich fall colors along the way. • A blaze of foliage creates a spirited and captivating autumn scene. 🌄 Taizhou Nanhuang Ancient Trail 📍 Location: Taizhou, Zhejiang ✨ Highlights: • Connects Tiantai and Linhai, serving as a key folk trade route since the Tang and Song dynasties. • Undulating stone steps are worn smooth, still bearing traces of ancient porters and packhorse caravans. • Centuries-old maples line the route. In bright autumn sun, their leaves cast dappled shadows as the old path winds into the quiet woods. 🏞️ Quzhou Xianxia Ancient Trail 📍 Location: Quzhou, Zhejiang ✨ Highlights: • Cut by Huang Chao’s rebel army in the late Tang dynasty, running north from Qinghu Wharf in Jiangshan to Pucheng, Fujian. • Praised as the gateway to Fujian and the key to the southeast, with scenery ranging from serene to rugged. • Literary giants like Zhang Jiuling and Bai Juyi left immortal verses here. • As the fall wind passes, leaves carpet the passes with a soft crunch underfoot, while a crystal-clear blue autumn sky stretches overhead. 💡 Travel tip: Wear comfortable hiking shoes. Mountain temperatures vary widely, so bring a light jacket. Come to Zhejiang and experience the enchanting charm of fall in the mountains!

Making a wish feels great in the moment, but paying it back can bring tears — worse yet, your wish came true and you don’t know where to go to give thanks. When it comes to giving thanks at temples, the biggest pitfalls are going to the wrong temple or making the wrong offering. Here’s a guide to 6 temples in China and Thailand for giving thanks: who to thank, how to do it, and what to bring. Plan it all at a glance 👇 🛕 Hangzhou Lingyin Temple · dedicated session for giving thanks at a wish-making sanctuary 📍 Address: No. 1 Fayun Lane, Lingyin Road, Xihu District, Hangzhou 🙏 How to give thanks: choose one of three — copy sutras, have a vegetarian meal, or donate incense. Repay whatever you promised when you made your wish. Remember to provide your name and address. ✨ Highlights: The official guideline says “if your wish comes true, you must return to give thanks.” One of the busiest sites for giving thanks. 🛕 Beijing Lama Temple · the most popular place where people line up to give thanks 📍 Address: No. 12 Yonghegong Street, Dongcheng District, Beijing 🙏 How to give thanks: offer incense + fruit (apples for safety, oranges for wishes fulfilled), then get a glass-bead bracelet with incense ash to take the blessing with you. ✨ Highlights: A gathering place for young “incense-offering” visitors. At opening time, people dash in to offer the first incense, and the line for giving thanks can be even longer than the line for making wishes. 🛕 Nanjing Jiming Temple · dedicated session for giving thanks for romance 📍 Address: No. 1 Jimingsi Road, Xuanwu District, Nanjing 🙏 How to give thanks: if you found a partner or got married, return to offer flowers in thanks to the Bodhisattva. Remember to come back if your wish for love came true. ✨ Highlights: Equally famous for cherry blossoms and romance. Those returning to give thanks often smile even brighter than those making wishes. 🛕 Chengdu Wenshu Monastery · a site for giving thanks after exams 📍 Address: No. 66 Wenshuyuan Street, Qingyang District, Chengdu (Wenshu Monastery Station, Subway Line 1, Exit K. Approx. 400 m on foot) 🙏 How to give thanks: return after exams to thank Manjushri. Pick up three sticks of light incense at the entrance. Remember to come back to give thanks when your wish is fulfilled. ✨ Highlights: Most popular around high school and college entrance exams. Parents pray to Manjushri for top scores, and students come back after the exams to give thanks. 🛕 Bangkok Erawan Shrine · giving-thanks dances that made it famous 📍 Address: Ratchaprasong intersection, Bangkok (across from the CentralWorld shopping mall, next to the Erawan Hotel) 🙏 How to give thanks: when your wish comes true, invite dancers to perform as an offering. Choose 2/4/6/8 dancers. Provide your name and wish, and the classical dance will be performed on the spot. ✨ Highlights: Thailand’s most renowned giving-thanks ritual. The dances run in rotation all day, easy to watch as you pass by. 🛕 Bangkok Wat Phra Chetuphon Wimon Mangkhalaram Rajwaramahawihan · drop coins to give thanks and make merit 📍 Address: South of The Grand Palace, Bangkok (a short walk from Tha Thien Pier) 🙏 How to give thanks: drop coins sequentially into 108 bronze alms bowls to make merit. You can also apply gold leaf to the Buddha statue in gratitude. ✨ Highlights: A 46 m reclining Buddha and 108 auspicious symbols on the soles of the feet. While giving thanks, touch the Buddha’s feet for double the luck. If you owe a vow to the Buddha, you’ll have to repay it sooner or later. Closing the loop means paying it back the right way. *For reference only. Making and repaying vows can serve as a psychological anchor. Good luck and outcomes ultimately come from your own steps forward. Sincerity helps, and action helps even more.

In fall, Qiandao Lake’s water is pleasantly warm and the mountain breeze is crisp—prime time for cycling, hiking, kayaking, paragliding, and hot air balloon rides. The lakeside greenways and the lake itself are at their most comfortable, inviting you to experience Qiandao Lake’s autumn charm from every angle. 🚴 Qianfen Line Greenway ✨ Highlights: • Gentle grades and beginner-friendly slopes—great for new riders. • Island chains dot the route as the forests take on fall colors. 🚴 Chunyang Line Greenway ✨ Highlights: • A long route along the lake, with breezes off the water and leaves rustling under your wheels. • Stop at viewing platforms to watch the light dance across the lake. 🚴 Pailing Peninsula Greenway ✨ Highlights: • A classic route for cycling enthusiasts. • Scenic vistas throughout, with a rich autumn atmosphere. 🚴 City Lakeside Greenway ✨ Highlights: • A convenient route around the city. • Ideal for short rides and leisurely sightseeing. 🚶 Northeast Lake Region loop trail ✨ Highlights: • A short, historic lakeside path with well-preserved bluestone paving. • Lined with ancient trees, perfect for light hiking. Spot wild chestnuts and tea seeds along the way. 🚶 Tea Mountain Ancient Trail ✨ Highlights: • A classic hiking route. • The wind in the trees, falling leaves, and lake views are simply captivating. 🚶 Phoenix Mountain Ancient Trail ✨ Highlights: • Low difficulty—great for light, easy outings. • Panoramic lake views from higher ground, stunning in fall. 🚶 Tianyu Mountain Scenic Area ✨ Highlights: • A popular choice for hiking lovers. • Beautiful scenery along the way, perfect for photos. 🚶 Menggutang Park ✨ Highlights: • A pleasant park route for walking. • Lake views and fall foliage complement each other beautifully. 🛶 Qiandao Lake Wave Riders Water Sports Center ✨ Highlights: • Try kayaking—paddle to the lake’s center for a fresh perspective. • Calm waters make it ideal for a relaxing float. 🪂 Huameishengdi Paragliding ✨ Highlights: • Take in sweeping views of Qiandao Lake from midair and feel the freedom and vastness. • Fall colors at Qiandao Lake are breathtaking from above. 🎈 Beer Town Hot Air Balloon ✨ Highlights: • Perfect for slowing down. Stable fall air means the best photos at sunrise or sunset. • Enjoy the lake’s serene beauty from high above. 💡 Travel tip: Choose clear days, and remember sun protection and hydration. Wear comfortable athletic shoes for cycling and hiking. Come to Qiandao Lake and unlock a world of fall outdoor adventures!

As fall settles in, the Daciyan Scenic Area in Jiande, Zhejiang enters its limited-time season of romance. Beyond the golden moment of its thousand-year-old ginkgo trees, high-tech exoskeleton robots make hiking easier and more fun. 🤖 Exoskeleton assist robot The Daciyan Scenic Area’s exoskeleton assist robot offers a fresh experience for hikers. This wearable device uses motors and sensors to assist your legs, helping you save approx. 50% of your energy. It’s ideal for older adults and less active travelers, making it easy to tackle thousands of steps. 🍂 Golden moment of a thousand-year-old ginkgo Every year in mid to late November, the thousand-year-old ginkgo trees at the Daciyan Scenic Area reach their peak. Golden leaves carpet the ground, contrasting beautifully with blue skies and traditional architecture—like stepping into a fall painting. 🌄 Cliffside walkway and ancient temple Climb the cliffside walkway for sweeping views of mountains draped in fall colors. Don’t miss the cliff-hanging ancient temple, a must-see photo spot that showcases remarkable ancient architectural ingenuity. ⏳ Best time to visit: Mid to late November is the best time to see the thousand-year-old ginkgo. 📍 Location: Daciyan Scenic Area, Jiande, Zhejiang 💡 Travel tips: Stop by the visitor center to inquire about renting an exoskeleton assist robot. For fall hikes, dress warmly, and wear comfortable, non-slip shoes. Come to Jiande’s Daciyan Scenic Area and unlock fall’s limited-time romantic scenery!