▲ Pay homage to the national hero Yue Fei and learn about the history of the Southern Song Dynasty. This is an important part of West Lake's cultural heritage, offering more depth than simply admiring the scenery.
▲ Three Pools Mirroring the Moon Island
▲ Taking a boat is a wonderful way to experience West Lake, offering distant views of Leifeng Tower and Baochu Pagoda from the water, as well as the opportunity to disembark on Xiaoyingzhou Island for a close-up look at the stone pagodas of Three Pools Mirroring the Moon.
▲ Viewing Fish at Flower Harbor, one of the Ten Scenic Spots of West Lake. Featuring "flowers, harbor, and fish" as its highlights, the park boasts schools of koi in its Red Fish Pond and a peony garden in full bloom. With its exquisite landscape design, it exemplifies a perfect blend of natural wilderness and the classical charm of Jiangnan gardens.
▲ The new pagoda preserves the ruins of the old pagoda and features cultural exhibits about the Legend of the White Snake. It's one of the best spots to capture a panoramic view of West Lake.
▲ Switch from the picturesque lakes and mountains to the bustling street life of the Southern Song Dynasty ancient streets.
