The sublime scenery of West Lake is not the only attraction in Hangzhou. Considered "paradise on earth" by the Chinese since ancient times, the tourist city also has a wealth of culinary traditions that make it a paradise for gourmets.
A leisure-themed performance was held at the bank of Xianghu Lake in Hangzhou to celebrate the opening of the second World Leisure Expo on September 17, 2011. Entitled "Leisure Enhances the Quality of Life", the 2nd World Leisure Expo will last from September to November.
Folk art festival opens in HangzhouFolk art performers on walking stilts play with a dancing lion in Hangzhou, Zhejiang province on Oct 12, 2011. The fourth Folk Art Performer Festival in Hangzhou kicked off in the city on Wednesday with more than 200 performers.
The sublime scenery of West Lake is not the only attraction in Hangzhou. Considered "paradise on earth" by the Chinese since ancient times.