Study in Hangzhou

Study in Hangzhou with Study China.

Hangzhou is the capital of Zhejiang province and has a metropolitan population which exceeds 6 million people although the resident population according to census is slightly over 2.5 million. Hangzhou is located at the shores of Qiantang river and limits with the West Lake and the Grand Channel of China

Hangzhou is one of the most important tourist cities in China, well-known for its natural beauty and historical and cultural heritage. As one of the most renowned and prosperous cities of China for much of the last 1,000 years, it is the political, economic and cultural center of Zhejiang province. The well known Forbes magazine ranked Hangzhou the political the number 1 city in China for business.

Hangzhou's most popular sights without any doubt the West Lake. The lake covers an area of 6 square kilometers and includes some of Hangzhou's most famous historic and scenic places. The area includes historical pagodas, cultural sites, as well as the natural beauty of the lake and hills.

The shopping environment in Hangzhou is exciting and convenient, making it an ideal city to live in. Travelers and tourists like to go to Qing He Fang Street. It is one of the most famous and historic streets in the city and reflects many of the features of the Southern Song Dynasty (1127-1279). Shoppers will admire the antique buildings while purchasing items from a wide range of local goods such as silks, tea or maybe a silk parasol, brocade or a beautiful Hangzhou fan.

At night Hangzhou has much to offer and teahouses and various kinds of pubs are both plentiful and popular.

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You can study in Hangzhou with Study China at Zhejiang University. Please check the following link for more information:

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