Hangzhou Longjing Tourism

Longjing, located in Xihu District, Hangzhou City, Zhejiang Province, China, is a famous tea producing area in China, which is famous for producing Longjing tea. Besides drinking tea, the natural scenery and cultural landscape around Longjing Village are also very charming, making it a good place for leisure and holiday. The following are the travel strategies for Longjing that you can refer to:

Arriving at Longjing: You can choose to take a bus, take a taxi or drive to Longjing Village. The public transportation system in Hangzhou is convenient. If you choose public transportation, you can take the routes to the West Lake District, such as No.5 and No.87, and then walk to Longjing Village according to the local signs.

Taste Longjing tea: When traveling to Longjing, the first activity is naturally tea tasting. You can experience the process of picking and making tea in local tea farmers' homes and taste fresh Longjing tea. Tea farmers usually enthusiastically introduce the planting, picking and frying techniques of tea to you.

Visit 18 streams in Jiuxi: There is a beautiful natural scenery near Longjing Village-18 streams in Jiuxi. The streams here are clear and the banks are shaded by trees, which is very suitable for hiking and taking photos. You can walk along the stream and enjoy the tranquility and beauty of nature.

Visit Lingyin Temple: Lingyin Temple not far away is a Buddhist temple with a long history, simple and elegant architecture and quiet environment. You can visit historical sites here, learn about Buddhist culture, and climb Feilai Peak to overlook the surrounding landscape.

Visit the West Lake: Starting from Longjing Village, not far away is the famous West Lake. You can rent a boat to go boating on the lake, or take a walk along the lake, and enjoy the famous scenic spots such as Broken Bridge, Broken Snow and Su Causeway Chunxiao.

Experience local food: Hangzhou is rich in food. You can try local specialties, such as Dongpo meat, vinegar fish from West Lake, Longjing shrimp and so on. In addition, you can also taste snacks such as steamed buns in Hangzhou and snacks from Zhiweiguan.

Buy souvenirs: There are many shops selling local specialties and handicrafts around Longjing Village or West Lake. You can buy some Longjing tea as a souvenir, or choose some handicrafts such as silk and fans with Hangzhou characteristics.

Night tour of the West Lake: If time permits, you may wish to come to the West Lake again in the evening. At this time, the West Lake has a different flavor. You can find a teahouse or restaurant by the lake and enjoy the beauty of the West Lake at night while drinking tea.

In a word, Longjing tourism is not only as simple as tea tasting, but also includes the appreciation of natural scenery, the understanding of history and culture and the experience of food. I hope these suggestions can help you plan a pleasant trip to Longjing.

Longjing Tea Garden in Hangzhou is a famous tea producing area in China, located in Xihu District of Hangzhou, which is famous for its unique natural scenery and profound tea culture history. The scenic strategy is as follows:

Best travel time: Spring (March to May) is the best season to enjoy tea. At this time, the tea garden is green, the tea buds are green and the climate is pleasant. Autumn (September to November) is also a good time to enjoy the scenery. Autumn is crisp and the tea garden scenery is pleasant.

Transportation: Hangzhou has convenient transportation. You can take bus or taxi to Longjing Tea Garden. Go on road trip is also a good choice. You can go directly to the tea garden along the road near the West Lake.

Tour route: Longjing Tea Garden has a large area, and there are many tour routes to choose from. Common routes include starting from Longjing Village, going up the mountain road, passing through several tea gardens and scenic spots, such as Longjing Tea, Jiuxi Eighteen Rivers and so on. You can choose different routes according to your personal interests and physical condition.

Wearing equipment: As the tea garden is rugged, it is recommended to wear comfortable sports shoes and clothes suitable for outdoor activities. Pay attention to sun protection in summer, and bring a sun hat, sunglasses and sunscreen.

Visit the tea garden: In the tea garden, you can enjoy the growth process of tea trees and learn about the picking and making technology of tea leaves. Some tea gardens also offer a tea tasting experience, and you can try the local Longjing tea.

Take photos as a souvenir: There are many beautiful scenery in the tea garden, such as terraced fields and paths among tea trees, which are all good places to take photos. Remember to bring your camera or mobile phone, and leave a good memory.

Respect local culture: When visiting tea gardens, we should respect local tea farmers and tea culture traditions, and don't pick or destroy tea trees at will.

Surrounding attractions: In addition to the tea garden itself, there are many scenic spots worth visiting around, such as West Lake, Lingyin Temple and Leifeng Pagoda. You can arrange a one-day trip in combination with visiting tea gardens.

In a word, going to Hangzhou Longjing Tea Garden to enjoy the scenery is a pleasant experience, not only to enjoy the beautiful tea garden scenery, but also to gain a deeper understanding of China tea culture. Do a good job in advance, choose the right time and route, wear comfortable equipment and respect the local culture, and you can enjoy an unforgettable trip.