West Lake is a famous scenic spot in China, a national 5A-level scenic spot in China, and a world cultural heritage. Millions of tourists come here every year. However, for tourists who come to West Lake for the first time, how to plan their visit time and route is a big challenge. In this article, we will provide you with some suggestions on when to visit West Lake and route planning.

Recommended visit time

The scenery of West Lake is different in four seasons, and each season has different beautiful scenery. However, the best time to visit is during spring and autumn. The West Lake is green in spring, with green willow trees and peach blossoms everywhere. In autumn, the West Lake turns into a golden color, with red leaves and golden grass everywhere. During these two seasons, the temperature is suitable and there are fewer tourists, making it the best time to visit West Lake.

If you only have one day to visit West Lake, we recommend you choose to visit in spring or autumn. If you have two days or more, you can choose to spend one day each in spring and fall, or visit during other seasons.

Route planning

When planning a West Lake tour route, we recommend that you choose the following options: Attractions:

1. Ten Scenes of West Lake

Ten Scenes of West Lake are one of the most famous scenic spots in West Lake, including "Broken Bridge with Remaining Snow", "Three Pools Reflected" Attractions such as "Moon Moon" and "Singing the Orioles in the Willow Waves". These attractions are located on the south bank of West Lake, and you can choose to visit them on foot or by boat.

2. Su Causeway

Su Causeway is a causeway connecting the north and south banks of West Lake, with a total length of about 3 kilometers. Along the way, you can enjoy the beautiful scenery of the West Lake, including "Twin Peaks in the Clouds", "Quyuan Fenghe" and other scenic spots.

3. Huagang Fish Viewing

Huagang Fish Viewing is a garden attraction in West Lake, located on the south bank of West Lake. It has beautiful gardens and lake views, making it a great place to take photos.

4. Lingyin Temple

Lingyin Temple is a famous Buddhist temple in China, located on Lingyin Mountain in the southwest of West Lake. With its ancient buildings and beautiful mountain scenery, it is an attraction not to be missed by tourists.

Summary

When visiting West Lake, we recommend that you choose spring or autumn, choose a suitable route, and visit the Ten Scenic Spots of West Lake, Su Causeway, and Huagang Viewpoint Fish and Lingyin Temple and other attractions. I hope this article can help you and leave you with wonderful memories in West Lake.

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