Hangzhou, one of the seven ancient capitals of China and the capital of the Zhejiang Province. The city is a wonderful mix of old and new with West Lake as the heart of the city. This historical place is famous all over China for its beauty and culture and is one of the most visited tourist cities in the world. If you've not been to Hangzhou you have not been on a real holiday to China!
Hangzhou is an elegant and harmonious city with a leisure perspective like no other city in China. Here you find culinary treasures from the Zhejiang province but also cuisine from the other seven Chinese kitchens as well as international gourmet restaurants. If you are looking for a night out there are numerous choices. Already in ancient times Hangzhou was called a “Heaven for shopping” and the Hangzhou silk is worldwide renowned production which started 5000 years ago.
This is also the birthplace of the famous Dragon Tea with a history over 1200 years. Here you will find shopping streets that are still genuine but also shopping centres that fulfil every need. From a business point of view Hangzhou has a very fast-growing economy and is the city in the Pearl Delta with the most booming economy. For many years Hangzhou has been ranked as number two among the provincial capitals of China when it comes to economic development. Welcome to a Hangzhou holiday, the “Paradise on earth”.