Rather than West Lake, I have a deeper love for this less-known artistic treasure route in Hangzhou~

Don't just focus on visiting West Lake when you come to Hangzhou! Having lived here for 6 years, I sincerely tell everyone that there are endless hidden gems to explore! 💁🏻‍♀️Not only are there mountains, rivers, and lakes, but also various artistic exhibitions. 👉I recommend a treasure route that is more suitable for winter. Keep this nanny-level guide well, and you'll be the envy of your friends when you post photos on social media! · 🕑Duration: 2 days and 1 night 🏃‍♀️Route: Faxi Temple—Lingyin Temple—Majiawu Viewing Platform—Tianmuli—Xixi Wetland Lotus Beach · ✅Majiawu Viewing Platform This place is known as the most worthwhile mountain to climb in Hangzhou's urban area, free and less-known. It only takes 30min to reach the top, and on a clear day, you can overlook half of Hangzhou city, truly a stunning urban viewing balcony. · ✅Faxi Temple Vegetarian Food I would like to call this the most photogenic temple in Hangzhou, with yellow walls and black tiles, and layered light and shadow. Although it's not exactly less-known, it's really worth it when it snows! · ✅Lingyin Temple Hangzhou's top temple, with towering ancient trees, dancing shadows, and the sound of chanting, it has an ancient charm. If you want to avoid the crowd, I recommend visiting when it's raining for a more serene experience. · ✅Tianmuli A comprehensive art district, not only with various art zones and brand stores, but the architecture is also very photogenic, with Anaya in the north and Tianmuli in the south. · ✅Lotus Beach Bird Watching Area You can enter for free from the Xixi Paradise Lotus Beach entrance. The Metasequoia and Bald Cypress trees are still beautiful this season, and the aerial view is stunning. · 👋Tips1 I suggest visiting Faxi Temple + Lingyin Temple early in the morning on the first day, then climbing Majiawu in the afternoon. If the weather is good, you can encounter a beautiful sunset at the top! · 👋Tips2 I recommend staying directly at Xixuan Hotel🏨 at night. It is one of the five hotels in the Xixi Paradise area, quieter than West Lake, and only an 8min drive from Tianmuli and about a 10min walk from Lotus Beach. It's very convenient to go to these two places the next day! · 👋Tips3 Don't miss the "Zhuan Xiang Library" hidden inside! The three-story high design is great for photos, with over 10,000 books, and they also host various exhibitions from time to time, creating an atmosphere that literature and art enthusiasts love! · 👋Tips4 In addition to liking their Japanese artistic style, I also participated in their New Year's yoga experience and light show event. I spent a warm and memorable New Year's Eve under the warm lights, which left a deep impression~ ·