Clown Carnival

From October 1-8, nearly 60 world-renowned clown artists will present more than 20 performances in the Hangzhou Botanical Garden. There are more than 20 clown troupes from 15 countries and regions. Clowns and mimes will present performances mixing classic with modern, European style with American.

Visitors can play games popular in the 1960s and 1970s.

Jiangyangfan Ecological Park

The park is on the south slope of Yuhuang Mountain, north of the Qiantang River. Nearby are many relics like the kiln of the Southern Song Dynasty. Paths and viewing platforms will be finished for the holiday.

Scissors, fan, umbrella

Zhang Xiaoquan scissors, Wang Xingji fans and West Lake silk umbrellas are displayed in three dedicated museums. The artifacts/products are famous in Hangzhou and considered national intangible cultural heritage.

Admission is free during the holiday. Artisans will give demonstrations.

Xixi Wetlands, a sanctuary of birds and wild life, has become a new attraction for tourists.

Xixi Heaven

International hotels, National Wetland Museum, business zones, and other public service make Xixi Heaven a complete tourism zone. Don't forget the real birds and wildlife sanctuary, already open. The tourism area opens on October 1.

Other activities

Fifth Persimmon Festival

Venue: East zone of the Xixi Wetlands

LOHAS (lifestyles of health and sustainability) and Xixi Cultural Festival

Venue: West zone of the Xixi Wetlands

International Surfing Festival

Venue: Jianggan District

First Xiaoshan Leisure Carnival

Venue: Xiaoshan District.

2009 International Qiantang River Tide Festival

Venue: Xiaoshan District

Source: Shanghai Daily

Editor: Liu Fang