[2025 Hangzhou Attraction] Travel Guide for Qiaoxi Historical District (Updated Apr)

Opening message: How can you miss Suzhou and Hangzhou when spring turns to summer? In fact, a trip to Suzhou and Hangzhou is not expensive, and transportation is extremely convenient. You just need to plan carefully in advance, and there are travel guides waiting for you that cost less than 3,000 yuan per person! Route: Hangzhou - Wuzhen - Suzhou. Hotel selection: In Wuzhen, it is strongly recommended to stay in the scenic area, while in Hangzhou and Suzhou, you only need to choose a hotel near the subway station. Day 1: ①After arriving at the hotel, place your luggage. ② Enjoy a cruise on the West Lake (take a cruise to the Three Pools Mirroring the Moon, then visit the Flower Harbor to watch fish, look at the Leifeng Pagoda from outside, stroll along the Su Causeway, arrive at the Xiling Corner, and finally enjoy the snow on the Broken Bridge). Day 2: ① Lingyin Temple (the plain noodles and ice cream taste great, highly recommended!!) - Faxi Temple (it’s more photogenic to take photos here). ② Xiaohezhi Street (very suitable for taking photos and checking in, with many shops and it is easy to find a place to rest when you are tired, the meooou shaved ice is worth a try). ③Qiaoxi Historical and Cultural District - Gongchen Bridge - Canal Square - Water Bus (You can walk the entire way, but the water bus has many passengers. If your schedule is tight, it is not recommended to queue up and wait for a ride). ④Wulin Night Market (no particularly delicious food) - enjoy the night view of West Lake. Day 3: ①Intime in77. ②Carpool to Wuzhen (it is recommended to choose a Wuzhen homestay in the scenic area, which has a free sightseeing bus. The next day, before tourists enter the scenic area, you can check in and take photos at will, and you can also experience morning tea). ③ Visit Wuzhen (it is as beautiful as a painting from morning to night, and the West Scenic Area is not large, so the entire tour can be completed in one day). Day 4: ① Experience Wuzhen Morning Tea (make an appointment immediately after checking in, each person has a quota of 30) - take advantage of the early morning before tourists arrive and take photos to check in the unfinished work of yesterday. ②Take a ride to Suzhou, put your luggage in the hotel and go to taste the crab trotters. ③Pingjiang Road (Xinzhenyuan, Meiyuexuan). ④ Eslite Bookstore - Jinji Lake (you can decide whether to go there depending on your physical condition). ⑤ Shantang Street (crowds of people!!!). Day 5: ① Humble Administrator's Garden (it is recommended to go there when it opens, as the number of tourists gradually increases from 9 o'clock). ② Lion Grove (the rockery is very interesting). ③Suzhou Museum (exquisite design, highly recommended). ④Gate of the East. ⑤Start the return journey.

😜 If it's your first time in Hangzhou, you must know about this place. It holds half of Hangzhou's history and half of its earthly life. If you can stay in Hangzhou for two days, besides spending a day at West Lake, take my advice: follow this route, and your trip to Hangzhou will be worthwhile! 🗓 Itinerary: Wulinmen Wharf—Xinyi Wharf—Fuyicang—Xiangji Temple—Dadou Road Historical and Cultural District— Xiaohe Straight Street—Xiaohe Park—Qiaoxi Historical and Cultural District—Gongchen Bridge Wharf—Wulinmen Wharf—West Lake Cultural Square—Wulin Night Market ⚠️ Tips: Water Bus Line 1 It only costs 3 yuan to tour the scenic spots along the Grand Canal. It's recommended to queue up early in the morning to get a good window seat! If you don't board at the starting station, you might not get a seat at the intermediate stops! If the boat is full, you'll have to wait for the next one! ✅ Must Experience: ❶ Xiangji Temple 🎫 Ticket: 20 yuan (free with temple card) You can see a beautiful scene combining ancient and modern at the entrance! You can also have vegetarian meals here! 😃 ❷ Dadou Road Historical and Cultural District 🎫 Ticket: Free It retains many historical buildings from the late Qing Dynasty and early Republic of China. I captured a beautiful scene that is half ethereal and half earthly! 🤩 ❸ Fuyicang Ruins Park 🎫 Ticket: Free Known as the "Granary of the World," it now hosts various exhibitions from time to time. 😜 ❹ Xiaohe Straight Street 🎫 Ticket: Free Filled with the charm of Jiangnan water towns, it has handmade shops, coffee shops, and teahouses, creating a strong artistic atmosphere 💯 ❺ Xiaohe Park 🎫 Ticket: Free The oil tank buildings with a strong modern industrial style were designed by the team of Japanese architect Kengo Kuma, converted from the Xiaohe Oil Depot. This is the favorite park of the locals! 😎 ❻ Qiaoxi Historical and Cultural District 🎫 Ticket: Free It holds the story of Hangzhou's industrial development over the past century. Come here to find the earthly life in the alleys. You can visit 6 museums in one go and collect stamps along the way! 👍 🏨 Hotel Environment: We stayed at the "Hangzhou Nade Hotel," which is very convenient in terms of transportation, close to both West Lake and the Grand Canal. The lake view room offers a direct view of West Lake from the window! It can be called the king of cost performance in the city center! I have to say, the buffet provided by the hotel is fantastic, offering a variety of seafood and desserts! The taste of Chinese dishes is also great! There's also a new Chinese afternoon tea on the first floor, which is really relaxing~ 🍲 Food Recommendations: You can try scallion pancakes, Dingsheng cakes, Pian'er Chuan, and various delicious Hangzhou dishes. 🧳 Pre-trip Preparation: Essentials: sunscreen, sunshade umbrella, Huoxiang Zhengqi water, mosquito repellent, breathable clothing. 💰 Pitfall Avoidance Guide: 1. Pay attention to the time when taking the water bus and plan your itinerary in advance. 2. Some snacks near scenic spots may be overpriced, so walk a bit further to find more affordable options. Hope you have a great trip❗

"Notes on a tour along the Grand Canal in late spring: I felt the wrinkles of time beside the Gongchen Bridge in Hangzhou" (Subtitle: In-depth guide to the Beijing-Hangzhou Grand Canal Museum | Small secrets beside the thousand-year-old waterway, fireworks and gourmet food, and hidden hiking routes) ------ [Personal feelings: A dialogue with the Millennium Canal] In mid-April in Hangzhou, the air is filled with willow catkins and the fragrance of tea. Standing on the bluestone steps of Gongchen Bridge, you can see the Beijing-Hangzhou Grand Canal, which has been flowing for 2,500 years. The river water has the warm luster unique to late spring, as if it can illuminate the canal boats of the Sui and Tang Dynasties and the merchants of the Ming and Qing Dynasties. The China Grand Canal Museum is hidden on the north side of this stone bridge, like an open ancient book, waiting for visitors to measure its chapters with their footsteps. When you enter the museum, the most shocking thing is the 30-meter-long relief wall - "The Epic of Canal Digging". The postures of the craftsmen chiseling the mountain to divert water are solidified into bronze silhouettes. When the fingertips run across the uneven lines, one can actually feel the vibration of the stone chiseling and the breathing of the trackers. In the "Canal Technology" exhibition hall, I stared at the replica model of a Song Dynasty sluice dam: the wisdom of the ancients could turn a bucket of water into an artery connecting the north and the south. The most surprising thing is the "Canal Soundscape" in the museum. Put on headphones, and you can hear the sounds of flowing water, boatmen's songs, and the hustle and bustle of the market. Close your eyes and you will feel as if you are at the dock of Lin'an in the Southern Song Dynasty, and even your breath can be smelled with the moist river breeze. ------ [Exclusive guide on the entire network: Canal time from morning to dusk] 📍 Core coordinates: China Grand Canal Museum • Address: No. 1, Yunhe Cultural Plaza, Gongshu District, Hangzhou • Transportation: Metro Line 5, Gongchenqiao East Station, Exit B, walk for 10 minutes; or take the water bus Line 1 to Gongchenqiao Pier (highly recommended! 8 yuan boat ticket to see the morning mist on the canal) • Opening hours: 9:00-16:30 (closed on Mondays, free admission, reservations must be made in advance through the official account) • Hidden gameplay: • Check in during the morning mist: Climb the Gongchen Bridge before 7am. The canal in the mist looks like a long scroll of ink painting. Photographers must grab a spot! • Live experience: In the handicraft live museum on the north side of the museum, you can make oil-paper umbrellas and woodblock printing by yourself (50-100 yuan per person). 🚶♀️ Hiking route: Qiaoxi Historical and Cultural District → Museum → Canal World (3 km highlight section) 1. Qiaoxi Old Street: Zhang Xiaoquan Scissors Museum and Fang Huichuntang are hidden among the blue bricks and black tiles. The licorice aroma of the old pharmacy is mixed with the burnt aroma of scallion-wrapped cypress on the street corner. 2. Canal Greenway: Starting from the back door of the museum, walk along the east bank of the canal, passing the "Fuyi Granary" ruins (a literary and artistic space converted from a Qing Dynasty granary). 3. The end point of the canal: a cluster of cafes converted from old factories. We recommend the terrace of "Yunnan Ying". Order a cup of Longjing Latte (38 yuan) and overlook the cargo ships slowly passing by. 🍜 Food Radar: List of "local food" along the canal • Breakfast: "Youbu Soy Milk" on Qiaoxi Street (salty soy milk + scallion oil noodles, 10 yuan for a full meal) • Lunch: Canal Plaza "Yuanzi Restaurant" (Hangzhou cuisine, recommended drunken swamp shrimp + spring water beef, 80 yuan per person) • Afternoon tea: "Xiaofeng Book House" Canal Store (bookish atmosphere + osmanthus wine cake, window seats need to be reserved early!) • Dinner: Wasabi-ya on Xiaohezhi Street (a mix of Japanese food and the canal night view, salmon belly sashimi is a must) 🏨 Accommodation recommendation: Live in the breath of the canal • "Retreat · Canal Jiangnan": A Song Dynasty-style courtyard with white walls and black eaves. When you open the window of the room, you can see the canal barge, which is perfect for overnight mooring! • Room rates: • Waterfront King Room: 780 yuan/night on weekdays (including breakfast for two) • Courtyard Suite: 1,180 yuan/night (with private hot spring bath) • Qingsu Canal International Youth Hostel: The first choice for backpackers, with beds at 60 yuan per night and stories of boatmen from all over the world on the terrace. ------ [Exclusive Tips: Secret details to avoid crowds] 1. Avoid weekends: There is a canal market every Saturday morning, which is lively but crowded. It is recommended to go on Thursdays and Fridays. 2. Ticket secret: The early morning boat (6:30) of Water Bus Line 1 (Wulin Gate - Gongchen Bridge) is almost empty, occupying the entire river surface! 3. Light and shadow moment: After 3 pm, the hollow wooden windows on the second floor of the museum will filter the sunlight into mottled ripples on the canal, making for beautiful photos. 4. Unpopular Easter egg: In the corner of the "Canal and the Silk Road" exhibition hall in the museum, there is a cargo list of Persian merchants in the Yuan Dynasty. It is a must-see for detail lovers! ------ [Note: Safety rules for living with the canal] • Weather warning: Hangzhou is rainy in April, so be sure to bring waterproof shoes + a folding umbrella (available for rent at the museum entrance) • Hiking equipment: The canal greenway has many cobblestone roads, so wear soft-soled shoes! It is recommended to bring a portable tea set so that you can rest and make tea at the pavilions along the way. • Civilized Convention: Flash photography is prohibited in the museum. Most of the old houses in Qiaoxi Street are residential areas, so please do not disturb others when taking photos. • Tips for avoiding scams: Be cautious when buying freshly cut Longjing tea from Qiaotou. For the authentic tea, we recommend going to the China Tea Museum (Longjing section). ------ Interactive Easter Egg: What is your canal story? “If you had a canal boat that could travel through time and space, which modern item would you most like to carry back to the ancient canal?” Feel free to share your answers in the comment section and give a thumbs up ------ Strategy statement: The routes and prices in this article were updated in April 2025. Please confirm the open information twice before departure. Original Statement: Reproduction of pictures and texts without permission is prohibited, and infringement will be pursued. If you need a quote, please contact the author privately. ------ ✨ This guide is dedicated to all travelers who want to have a gentle confrontation with time.

The Hangzhou section of the Grand Canal is incredibly beautiful in spring, and these 4 photo spots are a must-visit! Don't miss Qiaoxi Historic Street, which was a bustling "Little Shanghai" during the Ming and Qing dynasties. Today, historical relics such as the God of Wealth Temple and Zhang Daxian Temple are well-preserved, with ancient riverfront docks and residential buildings lining the streets. Stand in the streets and take a casual shot against the backdrop of ancient buildings for a vintage-style blockbuster. Xiangji Temple is also worth a visit. As the only thousand-year-old temple in the city center of Hangzhou, the ancient trees and blooming flowers in the temple complement each other in spring, with yellow walls and black tiles, and flying eaves. Whether you are shooting architecture or portraits, it is full of charm. There is also the Dadou Road Historical and Cultural Block, with residential buildings from the late Qing Dynasty and early Republic of China, and wide and tidy streets. Taking pictures here is full of retro atmosphere. Take advantage of the spring season to capture the beautiful moments by the canal!

#discoverchina Qiaoxi Historical District is a well-preserved cultural district in Hangzhou, Zhejiang Province, showcasing the city's rich heritage and traditional Jiangnan (southern Yangtze River) charm. Nestled along the Grand Canal, this area blends Ming and Qing dynasty architecture with modern revitalization, offering visitors a glimpse into Hangzhou's historical commerce, craftsmanship, and local lifestyle. Qiaoxi avoids the crowds of West Lake, offering a quieter, authentic Hangzhou experience. By day, explore its alleys and canals; by night, enjoy illuminated streets and riverside cafés.

Most people come to Hangzhou to visit West Lake.[Grin] However, there is more than just the West Lake scenic area to visit in Hangzhou. A friend told me that there is also Lingyin Temple. Haha, after visiting the cultural scenic spot around Gongchen Bridge, I have to say that this place is also worth a visit. Before I came here, because it was said to be based on the Beijing-Hangzhou Grand Canal, [Facepalm] I thought it was simply a canal cultural area similar to other places, with a Grand Canal Museum and several surrounding buildings. However, when I arrived at the scenic area, I found that it was not the case. It was a cultural scenic area. There was a Canal Museum, haha, but it was in one place. Other large building complexes include various museums, medical clinics, Taoist temples, etc. It is both a cultural attraction and a practical facility. It's really interesting. Here you can slowly walk into each building and learn about its function, its exhibits, and its history one by one. If you are tired of shopping, there are drink shops, snack bars, and street snacks, which are very lively. After visiting the cultural scenic area, walking up the Gongchen Bridge and looking at the Grand Canal and the scenery on both sides of the river from afar is a different feeling. There is a square opposite the bridge and a passenger ship terminal along the river. [Trick] It is a passenger ship, not a cruise ship. When boarding the ship, you can scan the bus code on your mobile phone to get a 4 yuan ticket. Take a boat to see the scenery on both sides of the river, and then get off at Wulinmen Pier to continue the following activities.

China Umbrella Museum -- Located in the Gongchen Bridge West Historical and Cultural District With Gongchen Bridge as the landmark, the museum forms a historical and cultural museum complex together with the China Scissors Museum, China Fan Museum, and others. The museum is divided into six sections: 1. The origin of the Chinese umbrella This is a question that cannot be clearly explained at present. In ancient China, there were many legends and documents about the invention of umbrellas. Although these materials cannot give an accurate answer, speculative views are displayed here. Perhaps one day, your view will solve the mystery of the origin of the Chinese umbrella and become a recognized conclusion. 2. Oil-paper umbrellas and oil-cloth umbrellas Before the Han Dynasty, umbrellas were large in size, and the umbrella surface may have been woven from silk and bird feathers. Due to their high price, they were mainly popular in high society. In the Han Dynasty, with the invention of paper, umbrellas underwent fundamental changes. When paper was used as the umbrella surface, umbrellas became a consumable item. A layer of tung oil was applied to the surface of the paper umbrella to enhance its water resistance, and it was called an oil-paper umbrella. After the rise of the cotton textile industry, oil-cloth umbrellas made of cotton cloth as the umbrella surface material also appeared. They were more durable and expensive, and were very popular. In modern times, craft umbrellas with clear aesthetic functions have developed, bringing people the enjoyment of beauty, while also carrying a touch of nostalgia. 3. Beautiful West Lake silk umbrellas After the mid-Tang Dynasty, with the popularity of silk, silk umbrellas became more popular. In modern times, Hangzhou West Lake silk umbrellas emerged as the most beautiful branch of the silk umbrella family, becoming a prominent representative of Chinese silk umbrellas. 4. Umbrella culture The cultural connotation of umbrellas formed in historical accumulation is extensive, profound, and complex. Its system, form, and color have all aroused people's infinite imagination. It is both part of the ceremonial system that distinguishes people and a medium that connects people with common wishes. It brings people joy and good luck, but it also becomes an unspeakable taboo in folk mentality. It is in this diverse emotion that rich and diverse umbrella cultures have formed in various places. 5. Umbrellas going global In some areas outside China, umbrellas appeared very early. In ancient Egypt, umbrellas were part of the pharaoh's ceremonial system, and in ancient Greece, umbrellas were special tools for noble women to shield themselves from the sun. It is generally believed that umbrellas, as real life tools, originated in China, both in the East and the West. In the Tang Dynasty, Chinese umbrellas were introduced to Korea and Japan, and were further developed in Japan. From the mid-16th century, Chinese umbrellas began to enter Europe sporadically, but it was not until the mid-17th century that umbrellas began to enter the lives of Europeans. Umbrellas going global not only brought convenience to people in various countries, but also enriched local cultures. Today, many regions around the world have formed their own unique umbrella cultures. 6. Modern umbrellas Until the second half of the 17th century, European umbrellas were still heavy, and their use was more about showing status than shielding from the sun and rain. This situation underwent fundamental changes with the successful development of curved steel rib umbrella frames in the 19th century. With the advent of umbrellas that could be opened and closed freely, umbrellas began to truly enter people's daily lives. In the process of modernization in China, modern metal umbrellas quickly replaced traditional oil-paper umbrellas and became the mainstream. Although big red oil-paper umbrellas are still beautiful and vivid, they have finally entered the list of intangible cultural heritage and are gradually moving away from people's lives.

Lantern festivals are a romantic tradition in China. The intangible cultural heritage fish lanterns on the west side of the bridge are reminiscent of the dream world in Big Fish & Begonia. Combined with the traditional custom of "walking for luck," this has become a popular spot for photos. The west side of the bridge is a must-see! Fish lanterns are also known as peace lanterns, happiness lanterns, and auspicious lanterns. In traditional culture, fish symbolize abundance, good fortune, and prosperity. The big fish travels through time and space to bring good luck to those who see it. Suddenly, you find yourself in the dream world of the big fish, "The jade pot turns, and the fish and dragons dance all night." If you want to take photos, we recommend coming at dusk for the best atmosphere. The lanterns are lit at 5:30 pm! In addition, Gongchen Bridge is close to the time-honored Fanghuichun Hall, as well as the Umbrella Museum and Fan Museum, which became popular after appearing on the CCTV Spring Festival Gala and Henan Spring Festival Gala. Be sure to check them out! Since you're here to "walk for luck" on the Grand Canal, you can also visit the Hangzhou Arts and Crafts Museum and the Canal Museum!

New Year is all about good luck! The Beijing-Hangzhou Grand Canal in Hangzhou is full of New Year vibes!! Route: Qiaoxi Historic District Tickets: Free all day

❄A friend recently recommended a fusion restaurant with Rutaceae as its specialty. It was truly unique. Upon entering the restaurant, one side faces the canal, and the other side is the bustling Qiaoxi Zhijie Street. The warm light spills into the restaurant, instantly relieving some of the fatigue. The wooden tables and chairs give a warm and comfortable feeling. ❄Here, the restaurant perfectly combines Rutaceae with various dishes, bringing me a fragrant feast. ❄Grand Slam Sushi Platter: A blessing for those with indecisiveness, you can try nine different flavors of sushi at once. Each one is delicious, including eel, salmon, tuna, sweet shrimp, avocado, etc. Each bite is a silent delight. ❄Volcano Lava Cheese Chicken: The presentation is exquisite, with a smooth pudding in the middle, surrounded by fried chicken pieces and rice cakes. The fried chicken is crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, and the sticky rice cakes add a rich texture. It's full of happiness. ❄Tiramisu: A must-order dessert after a meal, their tiramisu is topped with fresh oranges, which help to cut the richness. It's creamy and delicious, making it hard to stop eating. 🏠Store: Xiju Cuisine Sushi (Canal Store) 🔴Address: No. 5, Qiaoxi Zhijie Street, Gongchen Bridge Street, Gongchen Bridge (Canal View Restaurant)

Qiaoxi Historic District is named after its location west of Gongchen Bridge. It is about 800 meters long and 200 meters wide. The main attractions are one bridge, two streets, two temples, four alleys, and five museums. The bridge is Gongchen Bridge, the southernmost landmark of the Beijing-Hangzhou Grand Canal. The two streets are Qiaonong Street and Qiaoxi Street, the most distinctive old streets along the canal in Hangzhou. The two temples are Zhang Daxian Temple and Caishen Temple, which are full of grassroots legends. The four alleys are modern residential alleys that continue the city's memory: Jixiangsi Alley, Ruyi Alley, Tonghe Alley, and Jingsheng Alley. The five museums are the Hangzhou Arts and Crafts Museum, China Knives, Scissors, and Swords Museum, China Umbrella Museum, China Fan Museum, and Handicraft Live Exhibition Hall, which are housed in old warehouses, old factories, and new cultural buildings. Qiaoxi Historic District flourished in the late Qing Dynasty and early Republic of China and is a microcosm of the Jiangnan towns along the canal. The entire district covers the architectural features of Hangzhou's residential buildings in various periods of modern times. In this 7.83-hectare historic district, not only are the factories, warehouses, shops, docks, and wharves of modern industry and commerce preserved, but also a large number of residential buildings: houses along the canal, courtyard-style traditional houses, alley buildings from the Republic of China, simple "public houses" from the 1950s and 1960s, and "tube buildings" from the 1980s, which almost condense the architecture of modern China. Like the Grand Canal, it is a "living cultural heritage," a "flowing Chinese civilization, a paradise painting." Qiaoxi Historic District is a collective memory of "old Hangzhou," a cultural heritage, and a contemporary life. The district has become an "open-air Song Dynasty cultural museum," with various activities such as tea tasting, Song Dynasty cultural exhibitions, Song-style woodwork exhibitions, and Hanfu parades. In 2014, Qiaoxi Historic District was listed as a World Cultural Heritage Site of the Grand Canal and is the only historic district in Hangzhou to be listed as a World Cultural Heritage Site.

Dear friends, today we will take you to Qiaoxi Zhijie Street in Hangzhou, an ancient street full of Jiangnan water town style. Let's feel the tranquility and ancient charm together. [Attraction Address] Qiaoxi Zhijie Street is located in Gongshu District, Hangzhou, close to the Beijing-Hangzhou Grand Canal and not far from the West Lake Scenic Area. It is one of the historical and cultural streets in Hangzhou. If you are in downtown Hangzhou, you can easily find it. 🚌[Attraction Transportation] We recommend taking the subway to Fengqi Road Station, then transferring to a bus or walking. Of course, if you like cycling, renting a shared bike and riding along the canal is also a good choice. 🌟[Attraction Features] Qiaoxi Zhijie Street is known for its ancient buildings and rich cultural heritage. It used to be a gathering place for handicrafts and commerce in Hangzhou, but now it has become a place full of artistic atmosphere. Recommended activities include visiting handicraft workshops, tasting local snacks, and taking a canal cruise. 🗺️[Recommended Route] The recommended order of play is: start from the east end of Qiaoxi Zhijie Street, visit the Handicraft Museum first, then walk west along the street, taste various snacks along the way, and finally take a cruise on the canal to feel the tranquility of the water town. 🎟️[Ticket Information] Qiaoxi Zhijie Street itself is open for free, but some exhibitions and experience programs may require tickets. It is recommended to check the official website or consult on-site in advance. ⏰[Opening Hours, Recommended Visit Time] Open all day, but it is recommended to visit from afternoon to evening so that you can enjoy the sunset view by the canal. 💡[Other Tips] Restrooms: There are public restrooms in the block for visitors to use. Budget: Snacks and souvenirs are reasonably priced, so you don't need a high budget. Sun protection: Remember to apply sunscreen and bring a sun hat when doing outdoor activities. Insurance: It is recommended to purchase travel insurance just in case. Clothing: It is recommended to wear light and comfortable clothes suitable for walking. Luggage storage: Some hotels and attractions offer luggage storage services, so you can inquire in advance.

Today I went to the Qiaoxi Historic Block, which is full of ancient charm. It feels like I have traveled back to ancient times. The ancient town is next to the famous Grand Canal. The river is leisurely and perfectly blends with the ancient town. It is simply a living picture of the Jiangnan water town~ However, the protagonist of my day is not the Grand Canal and the ancient town, but the blooming trumpet creeper in the ancient town! In this season, the trumpet creeper is so beautiful, one by one, one cluster after another, with the continuous white walls and black tiles in the ancient town, it is simply a perfect match! The trumpet creeper seems to know that it is in the ancient town, so it blooms particularly happily. Many places are covered with beautiful trumpet creepers and ivy, and some even occupy the entire wall! The trumpet creeper above and the ivy below make the walls of the ancient town perfectly integrated with nature, which is really beautiful~ It rained a little bit, and the trumpet creeper in the drizzle seemed to be thriving, and the upward climbing posture was really full of vitality! The kind of lush beauty is simply fascinating. The trumpet creeper after the rain, with a little water droplets, shining, as if saying to me: "Look at me quickly, am I beautiful?" Haha, of course I am very willing to appreciate this beauty~ In short, the trumpet creeper in Qiaoxi Ancient Town is really a highlight of this season. With the charm of the ancient town and the beautiful scenery of the Grand Canal, it is simply a living beautiful picture! If you also like this kind of ancient beauty, then hurry up and come to Qiaoxi Ancient Town to enjoy the trumpet creeper~

I have been to Hangzhou so many times. Summarized several niche citywalk routes that are particularly suitable for walking. Good weather is suitable for walking and strolling, and your mood will be lifted. Must-visit attraction 1 Xiangji Temple Tickets: 20r (free with temple card) You can see the beautiful ancient and modern frame at the door! You can eat vegetarian food here! Tickets for Dadou Road Historical and Cultural District: Free Many historical buildings from the late Qing Dynasty and early Republic of China are preserved. I took a picture of half fairy and half fireworks! Tickets for Fuyi Cang Ruins Park: Free It is known as the granary of the world. Various exhibitions are held from time to time. ④ Xiaohezhi Street Tickets: Free The buildings have the charm of Jiangnan water town, handmade/coffee/tea house and the literary atmosphere is full of ⑤ Xiaohe Park Tickets: Free The oil tank building with a strong modern industrial style was designed by the Japanese architectural master Kengo Kuma and rebuilt from the Xiaohe oil depot. Love the park! Qiaoxi Historical and Cultural District 6 Tickets: Free The story of Hangzhou's modern and contemporary industrial development is hidden here. Come here to find the hustle and bustle of the streets and alleys. Visit 6 museums in one go and collect stamps along the way! Recommended food in Hangzhou: Jiulongpo Hotpot Jiulongpo Fish Head Hotpot is a popular internet celebrity restaurant that specializes in fish heads and bullfrogs. The fish heads are freshwater fish heads airlifted from Wuhan. They are big, tender and delicious. The frog is cooked to order, spicy and fresh, and will make you feel really good. Moreover, their service is very good. They mainly respond to every request, and the condiment table has all kinds of desserts and fruits. Xiangfu Minglou (Meijiawu store, Mixc store, Olympic Sports Center store): The Hangzhou cuisine here is also very delicious and authentic. I have eaten there many times and prefer the environment in Meijiawu. If you happen to be shopping in MixC, the environment of the MixC store is also good. Liuying Lakeside Lakeview Restaurant Jiangnan Cuisine (West Lake Branch): The environment of this restaurant is absolutely amazing. It is right next to the West Lake. Sitting by the window feels like you are eating on the West Lake, and you can also see Leifeng Pagoda. green tea: Similar to this one, Waipojia, Xinbailu, and Xinfadi series of chain Hangzhou cuisine are more suitable for those who like high cost performance.

||If you are visiting Hangzhou for the first time, besides West Lake, this niche Citywalk is worth a stroll. A canal line, half of Hangzhou's history. Here, you will find small bridges and flowing water, artistic shops, and the lively atmosphere of old Hangzhou. Recently, the trumpet creeper flowers are blooming enthusiastically. ～ 🍭Recommended Route: Xiangji Temple → Dadou Road Historical Block → Qiaoxi Historical and Cultural Block → Xiaohe Park → Xiaohe Straight Street 1️⃣ Xiangji Temple This ancient temple from the Northern Song Dynasty is hidden in the bustling city. The temple architecture is quite Tang and Song style, and the environment is tranquil, making it a great place for blessings and wishes. 🕰️Opening hours: 8:00 - 17:00 🎫Ticket: 20 yuan, free with a temple card 2️⃣ Dadou Road Historical Block Turn right out of Xiangji Temple, and you will reach it, right next to the Grand Canal. Here, the trees are lush, and there is a bustling market. When you are tired of walking, you can enjoy the canal scenery, have a cup of coffee, and enjoy a moment of peace. 3️⃣ Qiaoxi Historical and Cultural Block After crossing the famous Gongchen Bridge, you will arrive at Qiaoxi Historical Block. The streets are lined with various craft shops. The ancient streets and alleys are full of life, and recently, the trumpet creeper flowers have also bloomed. ✅Historical Exhibitions: Grand Canal Museum China Umbrella Museum China Fan Museum Knife, Sword, and Scissors Museum 4️⃣ Xiaohe Park An industrial-style art park, the buildings transformed from old oil tanks are unique. Whether for relaxation or taking kids for a walk, it is very nice. 5️⃣ Xiaohe Straight Street An artistic treasure old street, with three small streets to stroll around. The shops are interestingly decorated, and it is a great place for photos. Xiaohe Straight Street at night has a unique charming atmosphere.

Introduction: The Grand Canal of Beijing-Hangzhou, which began to be dug during the Spring and Autumn period, has a history of over 2,500 years. The canal passes through four provinces and two cities, including Beijing, Tianjin, Hebei, Shandong, Jiangsu, and Zhejiang, with a total length of 1,794 kilometers. It is the longest canal in the world, with the largest scale and the oldest history of any artificial waterway. 🚍Transportation Guide: 1. Take a boat from Wulinmen Wharf⛵️: Water Bus Line 1 to Gongchen Bridge (3 yuan) 2. Drive by yourself🚗: Navigate to the Canal Square Parking Lot🅿️, which is just over 100 meters from Gongchen Bridge 3. Parking is available at the nearby Oceanwide Joy City and Crystal City Shopping Plaza 4. Take the subway🚇: Navigate to Gongchen Bridge East 🤟Set aside a day for a visit, and it's basically free, with no admission fee🎫 🚶Route: Take a boat from Wulinmen Wharf➡️Gongchen Bridge➡️West of the Bridge Historical District➡️Xiaohe Historical District➡️Dadou Road Historical District➡️Xiangji Temple➡️Xiangji Temple Subway Station🚉 Tourist Attractions🌉 1. Xiaohe Historical District: Known as the 'last canal residence of Hangzhou'❗️The district retains more than half of its original residents, continuing the traditional customs and lifestyle of the canal dwellings. 2. West of the Bridge Historical District Gongchen Bridge, Chinese knives, scissors, swords, fan industry, and umbrella industry museums are all located here. The exquisite traditional Chinese handicrafts, which disappeared almost completely under the global industrialization wave of the 17th century, are very Jiangnan-style and well worth a visit❗️ 3. Dadou Road Historical District: Xiangji Stone Pagoda, late Qing and early Republican residential architecture, and the historical ambiance of old Hangzhou city, now host a market on weekends. 4. Take the subway to the cultural district west of Gongchen Bridge, where the nearby Scissors Museum and Umbrella Museum are closed. Be sure to check the opening hours before visiting. 5. Visit the Grand Canal of Beijing-Hangzhou Museum to gain a deeper understanding of canal culture.

Spring Outing Notes | Hangzhou Gongchen Bridge West Historical District. Arts and Crafts Exhibition Hall, Handicraft Workshop, Southern School of Calligraphy, Wuliang Coffee, Elegant Tea House... The canal flows gently, visitors flutter by, and beauty is linked in a delightful chain.

Spring Travel Notes Spring in Hangzhou🍃 is a time of endless beauty and clear skies☀. Having been in Hangzhou for 10 years, I love to wander around in March and April, sharing 5 local-recommended spring flower viewing and city stroll routes🗺, perfect for friends traveling to Hangzhou in spring✅. 1⃣ West Lake Secret Walk 🚶Walking: 3km ⌚Time: 3 hours 🌷Best viewing period: Early March - Late March 🗺Route: Maojiabu—Former Residence of Du Jinsheng—West Lake State Guesthouse—Turtle Pool—Bathing Phoenix Bay 💡Features: The backyard of West Lake, very quiet, a paradise for individuals. February orchids and cherry blossoms can be seen everywhere, and you can also check in at the State Guesthouse to see the magnolia king. 2⃣ Cultural Canal Walk 🚶Walking: 4km ⌚Time: 3.5 hours 🌷Best viewing period: Mid-April - May 🗺Route: Gongchen Bridge—West of the Bridge Historical District—Xiaohe Park—Xiaohe Straight Street 💡Features: This route has witnessed the history of the Grand Canal from Beijing to Hangzhou, with pink walls and black tiles of the old riverside houses, roses blooming in April, very much in the style of the Jiangnan region. 3⃣ Flower World Walk 🚶Walking: 3.5km ⌚Time: 3 hours 🌷Best viewing period: Late April - Early May 🗺Route: Baima Lake Park—Intersection of Tangyan Road and Huantang Road Flower Sea—Xianghu Crossing 💡Features: Roses, cornflowers, and poppies, the flower fields here are vast, and finally, you can have a meal in the "Little Wuzhen" Xianghu Crossing. 4⃣ Monet Garden Walk 🚶Walking: 5km ⌚Time: 3.5 hours 🌷Best viewing period: Mid-March - Early April 🗺Route: Xizi Hotel—Jingci Temple—Prince Bay Park—Jiuyao Mountain 💡Features: The must-visit Prince Bay Park in Hangzhou, resembling Monet's garden, plus walking along the Xizi Hotel lakeside line, you can monopolize the entire West Lake and cherry blossoms, and finally, you can overlook Bathing Phoenix Bay from Jiuyao Mountain. 5⃣ Flowing Water and Falling Flowers Walk 🚶Walking: 4km ⌚Time: 2.5 hours 🌷Best viewing period: Mid-March - Early April 🗺Route: Botanical Garden Bamboo Plant Area—Mulanshan Tea Garden—Yunsong Book Residence—Tea Museum 💡Features: A quiet and lesser-known flower viewing route, passing through the babbling bamboo forest, you can enjoy camellias, cherry blossoms, and snow willows all the way, very healing.

On the sixth day of the Chinese New Year, I visited this district on my last day in Hangzhou, but unfortunately, the weather was bad and it kept raining. The district mainly revolves around the Beijing-Hangzhou Grand Canal, and includes attractions such as the Sword Scissors Museum, Umbrella and Fan Museum, Arts and Crafts Museum, Tianyang D32 Fashion District, Gongchen Bridge, Qiaoxi Straight Street, Zitan Museum, and the Grand Canal Museum, to name a few. 📍Detailed address: No. 1 Qiaoxi Straight Street, Gongshu District, Hangzhou City, Zhejiang Province 🕙Business hours: Open all day, museums require advance reservation. 🚉Transportation strategy: If driving, it is recommended to park in the underground garage of Tianyang D32 district, where registering as a member can get one hour of free parking. Alternatively, you can take subway line 5 to the Grand Canal Station or Gongchen Bridge East. ⏳Visiting time: Half a day to a day 🗓Background: Qiaoxi Straight Street is a general term for the area west of Gongchen Bridge in Gongshu District, Hangzhou City, Zhejiang Province. The Qiaoxi historical and cultural district is more clearly defined, starting from the head of Gongchen Bridge and spreading out to the west, north to the China Fan Museum, south to Dengyun Road, and west to Xiaohe Road. The Qiaoxi area is a cluster of ancient buildings from the Jiangnan water towns and is now a characteristic district for traditional Chinese medicine. Today's Qiaoxi Straight Street has become the Qiaoxi Straight Street Historical District. Crossing over Gongchen Bridge from the Canal Square, you will find yourself on Qiaoxi Straight Street. The historical district is L-shaped and has preserved a complete set of late Qing and early Republican riverside residential buildings, as well as a large number of industrial relics from the near modern era. Compared to Xiaohe Straight Street, Qiaoxi Straight Street has a more commercial atmosphere. The Canal Industrial Three Museums—China Umbrella Museum, China Fan Museum, and China Sword Scissors Museum—converted from old factories, along with the God of Wealth Temple, Zhang Daxian Temple, and riverside bookstores, add a cultural atmosphere to the Beijing-Hangzhou Grand Canal. 🌟Highlights: Sword Scissors Museum, Umbrella and Fan Museum, and the Grand Canal Museum.

Recommended route Day1: Hangzhou West Lake 1-Leifeng Pagoda 1-Three Pools Reflecting the Moon 1-Quyuan Fenghe 1-Wulin Night Market Day2: Faxi Temple - Lingyin Temple - Deokshou Palace - Dama Alley - Fifteen Kui Alley - Chenghuang Pavilion - Wushan Square ③ Day3: Xiangji Temple - Dadou Road - Xiaohezhi Street - Xiaohe Park - Qiaoxi Historical District - Gongchen Bridge Three Pools Reflecting the Moon: The largest island in the West Lake, the Three Pools Reflecting the Moon is the same as the 1 yuan note (ticket: 50) Quyuan Fenghe: Quyuan Fenghe has great charm no matter what season it is. The Spring Festival happens to be the season of plum blossoms. This is a super beautiful plum blossom. 2Faxi Temple: Hangzhou’s internet celebrity check-in place, where you can seek marriage opportunities. You can also eat vegetarian food (10r) Lingyin Temple: the most popular temple in Hangzhou (75r) 5 Deoksugung Palace: The red walls and deciduous dragons of Deoksugung Palace are a must-see during the Spring Festival! Dama Along: It’s very smoky here, and there are many old Hangzhou snack bars here. Shiwukui Lane: There is a classic camera position here, where you can take pictures of Wangxian Pavilion and the pyrotechnic old street. Xiaohezhijie This place has been put on New Year skin, and the New Year flavor is quite strong. Literary and artistic young people must come here. There are many artistic and interesting shops here. Qiaoxi Historic District Just next to Gongchen Bridge, there are many cultural attractions here, such as the Umbrella Museum, Fan Museum, Sword Museum, Beijing-Hangzhou Grand Canal Museum, etc. It’s better to come here at night, as the lights on both sides of the canal light up, making it very atmospheric! 10 Gongchen Bridge: Watching the night scenery on both sides of the canal from the bridge at night, blowing in the wind, not to mention how pleasant it is! Food and snack recommendations Braised green onion buns: I recommend Sister Hou, a Hangzhou specialty. You can try it, but there are green onions in it! If you don’t like green onions, don’t consider it! Master Jiang’s crispy fish: crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, recommended~ Youbu Soy Milk: Salty soy milk, not bad~ √ Youdun'er: There is shredded radish filling inside, which is crispy but slightly charred Oil! Jiangnanchun pastry: Old Hangzhou pastry, recommended pine flower crystal dough double stuffed dough, pine flower cake, etc. Note: ! During the Spring Festival, Hangzhou happens to be the season of plum blossoms. If you have time, you can also visit the Botanical Garden (next to the wind lotus in Quyuan). You can buy specialties for the New Year and take them home at Chaoshan and other Wushan squares. Hangzhou specialties: Lin'an pecans, Zhiweiguan/Southern Song Dynasty Huji cakes, salted duck with soy sauce, West Lake lotus root starch, etc.

🌿If you are traveling to Hangzhou, don't go to the crowded West Lake anymore. Recently, I checked in a less popular scenic spot in Hangzhou - Qiaoxi Straight Street, 📍located near Gongchen Bridge represented by the Asian Games mascot "Chenchen". · 🌿A Gongchen Bridge, half of Hangzhou's history. · 🌿Different from the crowded Xiaohe Straight Street, this is the old street that Hangzhou locals love the most. From dusk to the beginning of the lights, on the bank of the canal, you can see the most beautiful night view of Hangzhou! · 🌿Qiaoxi Straight Street is not big, along Gongchen Bridge, south to the north side of Dengyun Bridge, west to Xiaohe Road, there are bookstores, coffee shops, cultural and creative shops, tea rooms, etc., especially suitable for calming down and slowly experiencing the fireworks of Hangzhou's old bottom. · 🌿If you want to visit the Umbrella Museum, Fan Museum, Sword Museum, etc., it is recommended to reserve a whole day. · 📸Tour route arrangement: · Wulinmen Wharf➠Gongchen Bridge➠Qiaoxi Historical and Cultural Block➠Watch the night view in the evening➠Accommodation · ✔️About transportation: · ▫️Hangzhou Water Bus Line 1, 📍Wulinmen Wharf→Gongchen Bridge, 💰Ticket price 3/r ▫️Taxi, from West Lake Scenic Area to here, about 30 minutes ▫️Subway, Hangzhou Subway Line 5→Grand Canal Station, 10 minutes walk～ · ✔️About accommodation · 🌿Qiaoxi Historical and Cultural Block, suitable for slow strolling, if you come here to play, it is recommended to stay for one night, you can better appreciate the night view. This time I stayed at Conglai·Canal Courtyard, which is the Grand Canal when you go out, and it is about 10 minutes walk to Gongchen Bridge. · 🌿The homestay environment is quiet and quiet, the entire courtyard is surrounded by green plants, the room design is simple and industrial style, simple and exquisite, there are free desserts and fruits when you check in, the whole intelligent room control system and password lock access control, the experience is great～ · 🌿In addition to accommodation, the third floor of the homestay also has a bar where you can have a few drinks. At dusk, you can drink tea and enjoy the scenery on the rooftop terrace. In addition, there are many internet celebrity shops around the homestay that can be checked in～ · 🌿Hangzhou Conglai·Canal Courtyard · 📍Address｜480 Xiaohe Road, Gongshu District, Hangzhou City

Compared to the always crowded West Lake, I actually prefer this less popular Asian Games tour route, which is very suitable for walking➕photography, sharing some photo check-in locations, friends who are going to go recently hurry up and mark it~ 🚶‍♀️My photo route: Xiangji Temple Square——Xiaohe Straight Street——Qiaoxi Historical and Cultural Street——Gongchen Bridge - 1️⃣Xiangji Temple: A thousand-year-old temple on the side of the canal, quiet in the midst of noise, next to it is a high-rise building, the picture of ancient civilization and modern society in the same scene, quite impactful. Photo points: ▪️Xiangji Temple Square, that is, this area at the entrance, take a picture from under the tree on the right, use the leaves as the foreground; ▪️Dashingenna King Hall, each person can get 3 incense for free, you can capture some pictures of worship; ▪️The small roads on both sides, people can pretend to walk casually, with the temple building as the background; ▪️There are often monks passing by in the temple, wait more and you can take pictures. 2️⃣Xiaohe Straight Street: The architectural style and street structure of Xiaohe Straight Street are all rebuilt during the Republic of China period, and you can always find some traces of the times left behind, which is also one of the fun of my citywalk. Photo points: ▪️Along the river path, there is a door every short distance that can go directly to the river, use the door to create a sense of space for shooting; ▪️The entrance of the shop, the door design of Xiaohe Straight Street is very distinctive, there are various flower installations, some even have seats, very Dali feeling; ▪️Street side wall, ancient wooden doors and large jars for brewing wine, etc., can make your photos more vivid; ▪️In the middle of the street, the narrow street is crowded with people, very human. 3️⃣Qiaoxi Historical and Cultural Street➕Gongchen Bridge The two points are actually together, here is very suitable for shooting national style, Hanfu and cheongsam can be. Photo points: ▪️The entrance of Gongchen Bridge is a street with a very ancient life atmosphere, the roof is hung with the banner of Fang Hui Chun Tang, very age-sensitive; ▪️Along the river street, there are large lotus flowers🪷 by the river, the background is old buildings; ▪️The main street and the fork, the whole block is very good to shoot, there will be some small forks in the middle, the wall is hung with big character posters shop name, also very good to shoot.

During the National Day holiday, if you come to Hangzhou, don't just squeeze into the crowd at West Lake, try to walk this citywalk loved by locals. Follow the small bridges and streams, the Beijing-Hangzhou Grand Canal, and the historic old streets to experience a different Hangzhou journey! 🗺 Route sharing: Qiaoxi Historical and Cultural Block - Gongchen Bridge - Xiaohe Straight Street - Xiaohe Park - Dadou Road - Xiangji Temple - Fuyi Warehouse - Youge Post Station 📸 Travel check-in strategy: 🍃 Qiaoxi Historical and Cultural Block: Enjoy the canal scenery, visit the museum, and experience Hangzhou's old craftsmanship. 🍃 Xiaohe Straight Street: Full of Jiangnan style, coffee, tea houses, handmade artistry. 🍃 Xiaohe Park: A newly renovated industrial style park, suitable for photo check-ins. 🍃 Dadou Road: The old city has a stronger local flavor, a different taste. 🍃 Xiangji Temple: An ancient temple close to the city, don't miss the plain noodle food. 🍃 Youge Post Station: Provides free water, charging, rest, receive cultural and creative gifts, good props for photos. 🌟 Tips: ✅ It's better to go in the morning, there will be more people in the afternoon. ✅ Use a telephoto lens for street shooting to enhance the humanistic feel. ✅ Bring the 'Hangzhou Friendship Limited Card' for photos, the effect is good, and it also attracts questions. ✅ The attractions are relatively concentrated, it is recommended to use shared bicycles, driving is not recommended. Enjoy your journey! 🚶‍♂️🚶‍♀️

Hi, my name is yy Hangzhou is not just about West Lake This route along the canal is perfect for spending a day Come for a citywalk! 🍃Shaded by green trees, you don't have to worry about the sun! You can also spend 3 yuan to take a canal water bus⛴️ Sit on the boat and enjoy the scenery of Jiangnan~ 🚶🏻‍♂️【Canal citywalk route】 Gongchen Bridge - Qiaoxi Straight Street (Qiaoxi Historical and Cultural Block) - Canal Water Bus - Xiangji Temple - Dadou Road Historical and Cultural Block - Xiaohe Straight Street (Xiaohe Historical and Cultural Block) - Grand Canal Asian Games Park ⛴️【Canal Water Bus Guide】 Line 1: Xinyi Square - Canal World 🎫Boat ticket: 3/person (1h1 class, 1 person 1 seat, if there is no seat, you can walk there) 🖼️【Canal Historical Block Guide】 1⃣️Qiaoxi Historical and Cultural Block Gongchen Bridge is here, standing on Gongchen Bridge watching the boats come and go, ordering a cup of tea and sitting by the canal, it's really comfortable! The Fan Museum and the Knife and Sword Museum are nearby, it's very interesting to walk around with a self-guided tour~ 2⃣️Xiangji Temple A temple is located in the city, with modern buildings behind it. Standing on Xiangji Temple Square, you can see the fusion of modern and ancient architecture. There are also fortune cookies and bracelets for sale at the entrance, which is quite interesting! 3⃣️Dadou Road Historical and Cultural Block The trees on Dadou Road are shaded, and the ancient buildings are very charming. Sitting by the canal and enjoying the breeze is really comfortable~ The artistic small shops and the roadside market make the artistic atmosphere here super strong. Buy a cup of coffee at the corner of the street and sit for an afternoon~ 4⃣️Xiaohe Historical and Cultural Block You can walk from Dadou Road to Xiaohe Straight Street, both sides of several blocks are full of artistic and petty bourgeois coffee shops. When the lanterns light up at sunset, the narrow river and the ancient buildings make me feel like I'm in Wuzhen in a second! There are also several industrial style oil tanks next to it, which are super photogenic!! 🍲【Canal Side Food】 ❶T coffee: A coffee shop on the side of Qiaoxi Straight Street, the decoration is very stylish, sitting by the river, very comfortable~ ❷Old man's oil fried shrimp: A Hangzhou local Hangbang cuisine restaurant, the taste is quite authentic, very delicious Hangzhou Tourism｜Hangzhou Travel｜Hangzhou Photography｜Hangzhou citywalk Hangzhou Asian Games｜Hangzhou Hiking｜Hangzhou Weekend｜Hangzhou Guide

People of Hangzhou, have you received the notice of this temple fair? The autumn is thick, the golden autumn season Dadou Road Historical and Cultural Block, Xiaohe Historical and Cultural Block, Qiaoxi Historical and Cultural Block, Canal World Cultural and Art Park, Canal World Five Street Park linkage The Grand Canal has a unique historical and cultural folk atmosphere, whether it is to enjoy the canal landscape for leisurely walks, or to sit down and quietly feel the breeze, it is more than comfortable... Today, a unique Grand Canal temple fair will be held here, with various check-in activities, handmade markets, national style garden parties, Block performances, gourmet food, outdoor micro-drunk... It's so interesting, you can even watch outdoor movies here, a perfect nostalgia kill, a second to bring back the joy of chasing outdoor movies in childhood, while entertaining, let us understand the unique historical and cultural heritage of the canal deeper

The so-called "bridge west" is a general term in the west of the arch bridge. The current history and cultural district of Qiaoxi is more clear. It starts from the arch bridge and spreads to the west. It goes to the China Fan Museum in the north, Dengyun Road in the south, and Xiaohe Road in the west. During the Ming and Qing Dynasties, this area was called the Beiguan Night Market, and the business on both sides of the canal flourished. If you want to find a place on the canal and look at the modern history and culture of the canal, then the bridge west straight is definitely a good place. It witnessed the prosperous scenery along the canal in the past, and also saw the helplessness of the industrial decline in the 1980s and 1990s. It condensed the epitome of the history of the development of national industry in modern Hangzhou since the late Qing Dynasty.