West Lake in Hangzhou

Hangzhou, the capital and the largest city of Zhejiang Province, is located at 180 kilometers (111.85 miles) southwest of Shanghai. It is one of China's major ancient cities, as well as one of the most renowned and prosperous cities in the country.

Hangzhou is famous for its splendid natural scenery and historic relics. Its most popular site is the West Lake, also a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Other must-sees such as the Linyin Temple and Six Harmonies Pagoda are also good options to visit. [China.org.cn]