I have several visit in one of China’s cosmopolitan cities, Hangzhou. Hangzhou is just an hour away by train from Shanghai by train and can be accessible via plane. It is a mix of a cosmopolitan environment yet has a strong industrial sector. Even if my visits here were short ones, I was able to visit the West Lake, which is one of the more iconic lakes and attraction in China and one of the UNESCO world heritage site. The beauty of the lake were able to inspire artists in coming up with poems, sketches and paintings.
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What’s in the west lake??? A large lake with a picturesque landscape and have a strong tie to China’s culture and you can take a cruise around or just walk around and then its the main area in Hangzhou. Being in the lake for several visits here never gets old as the lake looks so serene and the structures are really intricate and in tune with the old China. You have structures and attraction around the lake and is in the heart of Hangzhou. Another thing that adds attraction to the West Lake is the Flora and Fauna around and within the lake among them Plums Blossom, Tulips and Lotus.
.The re are several food establishment around and has the park type atmosphere with several kiosk around too. A lot of Hangzhou’s establishments are centered into this attraction from posh hotel chains, established food establishments and bars, and even key offices. Another interesting information I gathered is that it’s a sister city with my hometown in Baguio. That explains how it felt much like home. We were also able to visit a strip in Hangzhou where you can buy souvenirs from affordable chopsticks, key chains and even your personalized Chinese stamp. Hangzhou is such a nice place to visit and it’s always a thrill being back here. Now, if I can only locate the East, North and South lakes.
Honestly, I’ve never been out of the country but I’m really doing my best to be able to travel abroad this year and China is really on top of my list.
Have you been to the Great Wall of China too? 
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I haven’t seen the Great Wall yet but I’m planning to do the Great Wall Marathon in the future.
Ohh. So this is a UNESCO heritage. I have a cousin who works there. Awesome.
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You should try visiting the place.
You look like John Lloyd on your first photo. Yihheee. Anyway, just looking at the photos, I can feel that China has a very rich heritage. But what’s special with it is that they preserve it even until now. This is a good place to visit.
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I tried seeing the picture too but nah… hahaha.
That’s a beautiful boat on West Lake on the first photo.. so classic.. Hangzhou is really one of a kind.
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Yes, the lake is just amazing. A popular icon on their postcards.
Your first Pic of the boat is really nice… is it used to cruise the lake?
Yes, it can take you around the lake.
hope to visit Hangzhou sometime, , , , beautiful , awesome, peaceful, and i want to ride in that beatiful boat in West Lake !
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Yes the lake is really beautiful.
Amazing location!
Posh i’d say, a little off from the ussual adventurous location I love the most.
But I guess, in here you can travel in style and is great for a quick dropoff
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It’s quite a cosmopolitan city but still in touch with its heritage.
Looking young at that photos of yours Franc hehe. Nice place/travel experience.
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That was over 5 years ago.
china really have this breeze of such old civilization… but we really can’t also deny how advance they are today. Yahweh bless.
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They are really growing now.
Is Hangzhou the same as Guangzhou or different pa?
It’s interesting to see so many of China’s different cities here in your blog. I confess I don’t know much about China and it’s great to get to know it better here. Still keeping my fingers crossed for my china internship 
It’s different but I think it’s both cosmopolitan cities. Good luck on your internship.