Zhejiang Province is situated along the shore of the East Sea. It has a total area of over 100,000 square kilometers (38,600 square miles) and a population of 46 million. Zhejiang is home to many minority ethnic groups including Han, Hui, Manchu and Miao. Zhejiang is the province with the most islands in China, with more than 200 islands along its coast.
When to go
Zhejiang enjoys clear-cut seasons due to its subtropical geographic location. Every year, there is a rainy period, which occurs from early June to early July. Sometimes from late August to late September typhoons will attack this region. The annual rainfall is from 1200 to 2000 millimeters. Spring and autumn are the most pleasant months for travelers to visit Zhejiang.
History
The history of Zhejiang goes back to ancient time. Neolithic Hemudu Cultural Ruins dating back as early 7000 years ago are regarded as one of the cradles of Chinese civilization. As early as the Spring and the Autumn Period (770 BC - 476 BC), Zhejiang was separately dominated by the Wu Kingdom and Yue Kingdom. From that time on, the Wu and Yue culture developed and flourished.
What to see
In terms of beauty, Zhejiang has long been a scenic spot for tourists since ancient time. Its capital, Hangzhou, with a long history of more than 2000 years, is a famous historic and cultural city. Furthermore, it is one of the six ancient capitals in China (The other five are Beijing, Xian, Nanjing, Luoyang and Kaifeng). There's a saying that illustrates the charm of Hangzhou: 'In heaven there is paradise, and on earth there are Hangzhou and Suzhou.'
As a key national tourist city, Hangzhou is picturesque all year round. The West Lake, one of the most beautiful sights in China, is located right in the heart of the city. West Lake is as beautiful as a painting. There are many other must-see natural beauties in Zhejiang Province which includes the Putuo Mountain, admired as 'Buddhist Land of South Sea'. The First Mountain in southeast China--Yandang Mountain, the most elegant Qiandaohu Lake, and the famous Buddhist mountain - Mount Tiantai are well worth seeing. There is the sacred Chinese calligraphy place--Lanting and the oldest private library in Asia -Tianyi Pavilion. The greatest water conservancy project in ancient China - Beijing-Hangzhou Grand Canal and the three ancient water towns-- Xitang, Nanxun and Wuzheng are all scenic spots that delight tourists who visit this region. If you happen to travel to Zhejiang on August 18th of Chinese lunar year, you will be lucky enough to watch the Qiantang River Bore. The famous tide-watching spot is the Haining City, which is 60 kilometers west of Hangzhou.
Zhejiang also enjoys a tremendous reputation in the long history of Chinese Buddhism. In Hangzhou, there is Lingyin Temple, which is one of the ten most famous ancient Buddhist temples in China. On the Putuo Mountain, there are three famous temples, Puji Temple, Huiji Temple and Fayu Temple.
In Ningbo, the King Asoka Temple is known for the preservation of Salgamuni's partial bone. While the Baoguo Temple is the oldest wooden architecture in the region south of the Yangtze River, and lastly, the Tiantong Temple is the ancestral temple of Japan's Caodong Sect , all of these temples are worthy of a visit.
Zhejiang is not only a marvelous scenic travel destination, but is also known as a land of fish and rice, and the beautiful silk. West Lake Longjing (green tea) has been awarded the highest prestige in comparison with various kinds of Chinese green teas at home and from abroad. Areas around Hangzhou, Huzhou, and Jiaxing are the main places of silk production. Zhejiang is also the place of Chinese celadon origin. As far back as the 11th and 12th centuries, there were two famous kilns in Zhejiang, Longquan Kiln and Hangzhou Official Kiln.
Other Cities of Zhejiang
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Travelers' Voices on Zhejiang Province
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Jul. 2,2009 09:51 Reply
Mr.raman(india) said:
Hi this is raman from india, i m coming shanghi,from shanghai airport i have to move yueqing(zhejaing provience).How i travell,by bus or train tell me ditance and cost also.
Jul. 2,2009 22:55
Ms.Evelyn(China) replied:
Will you arrive at Pudong airport or Hongqiao airport? I guess you are arriving at Pudong airport, as the Pudong airport provides more international flights. After you arrive at Pudong airport, you can take the Airport Line 5 to get to Shanghai Railway Station. Then, you will have two ways to go to Yueqing. First, you can take the Train K8437 from Shanghai to Wenzhou Railway Station and then find a bus to Yueqing at the new bus station opposite the Wenzhou Railway Station. From Shanghai to Wenzhou, it takes about 10 hours by train. Train K8437 leaves Shanghai Railway Station at 18:00. From Shanghai to Wenzhou, the ticket costs CNY92 (hard seat)
Second, on the North Square of the Shanghai Railway Station, you can see Shanghai Long-Distance General Bus Station. It has the buses to go to Yueqing directly. The bus cost is about CNY200.
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Jul. 1,2009 19:47 Reply
Ms.Linda(Australia) said:
Hi I am going to be stayingin shanghai and need to travel to Haining city and then to Zhuji would would be the best way and how long will it take. Many Thanks
Jul. 1,2009 20:20
Mr.Shan replied:
There are five buses leaving from Shanghai South Bus Station to Haining everyday, and takes about 2 hours on the way. But, only one bus from Haining to Zhuji and no train. So, I'm afraid that you have to transfer at Hangzhou. Firstly, you could catch a bus from Haining to Hangzhou East Bus Station or Hangzhou Coach Terminal (1.5 hours). Then, please go to Hangzhou South Bus Station which supplies frequent buses to Zhuyi(1.5 hours).
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Jun. 30,2009 01:14 Reply
Mr.viren(India) said:
Hi this is viren,i want to know distance between hangzhou to yueqing city (zhejiang proviance).How to travell from hangzhou airport to yueqing city.what does it cost. thanks
Jun. 30,2009 23:01
Mr.Jack replied:
It is about 350 km from Hangzhou to Yueqing (vis expressways): 300km from Hangzhou Aiport and 33 km from Hangzhou Railway Station
Hangzhou airport to Hangzhou South Bus Station-catch buses to Yueqing (4 hours' journey)
cost: airport to Hangzhou Railway Station: 15yuan
Railway station to South Bus Station: Bus K39/39 (15 minutes), about 2 yuan
South bus station to Yueqing: around 130yuan
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Jun. 22,2009 14:39 Reply
Mr.Flemming(Denmark) said:
How far is the distance (km) from Shanghai to Yiwu, Zhejiang, China, best way Tran/bus/Plane ????
Jun. 22,2009 21:56
Ms.Evelyn(China) replied:
Yiwu is not far from Shanghai. No need to take a plane to go there. Bus and train both are good. You can take a train at Shanghai Railway Station or Shanghai South Railway Station to go to Yiwu. Shanghai South Railway Station provides more trains to Yiwu. I tbink it's better for you.
As for the bus, you may read the following page. It tells you the major bus stations in Shanghai. Almost all the bus stations provide the buses to Yiwu. The site is
http://www.travelchinaguide.com/cityguides/shanghai/transportation/bus.htm
Ps: It takes about 4 hours from Shanghai to Yiwu by train or by bus. Wish you a good trip.
http://www.travelchinaguide.com/cityguides/shanghai/transportation/bus.htm
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Jun. 19,2009 07:44 Reply
Mr.viren(india) said:
Hi this is viren i m coming china,i have to go hongqiao town,yueqing city zhejiang,china.could u please let me know which airport is nearest,from airport which train or bus is feasible,what does this cost.thanks
Jun. 19,2009 23:01
Ms.Sophia replied:
The nearest airport should be the Hangzhou Xiaoshan International Airport. When you arrive at the airport, you could take the airport shuttle bus to Hangzhou Railway Station and then transfer to a taxi to drive you to Hangzhou South Bus Station. The total fare should be about 30RMB.
From the bus station, please catch a coach to Yueqing. There are frequent buses to Yueiing from 07:20 to 19:20. The bus fare is 120RMB~140RMB per person.
Getting off at Yueqing Bus Station, take a taxi to Hongqiao or the city-bus 605 (4RMB)directly~
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Jun. 19,2009 07:04 Reply
Mr.Ashok(India) said:
I with three persons arrive at Hangzhou, Zhejiang, and then proceed to Anji reservoir area. What is the best conveyance? Can one rent a taxi from Hangzhou airport to Anji? What will be the charges?
Jun. 19,2009 22:47
Mr.Shan replied:
From Hangzhou Airport to Anji, you could reserve a car in advance which will take you to the reservoir directly, the fare should be no less than 500RMB.
On the other hand, if you arrive in Hangzhou in daytime, you four could take a taxi to Hangzhou North Bus Station where there are frequent buses departing to Anji Town from 06:20 to 18:30. The taxi fare is about 100RMB. The bus fare is 26RMB per person and takes one hour on the way. When you arrive in Anji, hire a local cab to the reservoir with a fare of about 60RMB.
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Jun. 17,2009 05:57 Reply
Mr.mukesh(india) said:
sir i m coming zhejiang, which airport is nearest
Jun. 18,2009 22:03
Mr.William replied:
Hi, there are several airport in Zhejiang, among which the Hangzhou Xiaoshan International Airport (http://www.travelchinaguide.com/cityguides/zhejiang/hangzhou/airport.htm) has the most airlines. Or, you could fly to developed Shanghai Pudong International Airport (http://www.travelchinaguide.com/cityguides/shanghai/pudong-airport.htm) and then transfer to Zhejiang easily.
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Jun. 17,2009 04:54 Reply
Mr.viren(india) said:
Hi this is viren,i have move fron shanghai to zhejiang,how i move,either by train or by bus,what is the distance,what does it cost,please do me reply
Jun. 18,2009 21:33
Mr.Shan replied:
Which city are going to in Zhejiang? There are frequent trains and buses running between Shanghai and cities in Zhejiang everyday. So, please let me know your destination.
Well, you could search the train information at http://www.travelchinaguide.com/china-trains/
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Jun. 12,2009 09:01 Reply
Mr.rajvir(INDIA) said:
can one please assist me for Ruian city,wenzhou. I wish to travel from MUMBAI, INDIA.
what will be best route from INDIA and hotels in this city.
Jun. 13,2009 22:26
Mr.James replied:
Hi, Mr. Rajvir
Take airplant to Shanghai and take bus at Shanghai Bus Terminal in Zhongxing Rd to Ruian, directly. The bus will run 6 hours or so. :)
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Mar. 4,2009 03:35 Reply
Mr.SUNIL(IND) said:
Hi I am planing to visit Zhejiang, cany any one advise me on the connections/ distance from Shanghai to this place...
Mar. 12,2009 07:49
Mr.wang(China) replied:
shanghai and hangzhou, zhejiang are near, with 1.5 hours train ride or 2 hours' bus ride.
Jun. 12,2009 09:03
Mr.rajvir(India) replied:
i am also planing visit to same place, please do assist with whatever details you get, if you furnish your mail id, i will forward details i get. my mail id is krajvir@rediffmail.com