Hangzhou Tour FAQ

1. When is the best time to travel Hangzhou?
Hangzhou is in the semi-tropical area and has outstanding monsoon climate. Spring, Summer and Autumn are the best travel time in Hangzhou. What a cozy thing to enjoy the amazing scenery in a pleasant day!

2. What are the great shopping places in Hangzhou?
Hangzhou Silk City (biggest wholesale and retail silk market) for China silk
Longjing village fro Longjing tea.
Qinghefang Street for local and ancient cultural taste of Hangzhou in its specialties, old-style stores, etc.
Wulin Road and Wulin Square and Yanan Road for the wide range of lady's dresses.

3. What are Hangzhou cuisine specialties?
Beggar's Chicken (an entire chicken wrapped in a ball of mud to keep the original chicken taste), West Lake Fish in Sweet Sour Sauce, Dongpo Pork (braised pork) and Fried Shrimps with Longjing Tea Leaves, and so on.

4. Will there be problems with the language barrier?
Visitors to Hangzhou do not need to worry about the language barrier. visitors will have an English-speaking tour guide, and most of the staff in the star rated hotels can speak English.

5. What should I take along with while traveling to Hangzhou?
It is recommended that you bring comfortable shoes. You will undoubtedly being doing a lot of walking, so comfortable shoes are a must. Sunscreen is recommended, as well as carrying bottled water with you. If you are photography lover, do not forget your camera, film and batteries, or you will never forgive yourself. Besides, an umbrella is a must. Shower in Hangzhou is frequent, so bringing an umbrella with you is a good choice.

6. What are the currency and the ATM system in Hangzhou like?
Foreign currencies cannot be used directly in Hangzhou, but you can exchange your money at the many Bank of China outlets throughout the province. Most major hotels in Hangzhou will accept major credit cards. Your hotels also can change money for you and ATMs are easy to find.,

Author/Editor By : HCT

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