Spring: A feast of flowers

In the spring, everything is revitalized, and West Lake also welcomes one of its most beautiful seasons. As you stroll around the lake, with the breeze on your face and the scent of flowers, doesn't it make you feel lighter? Yes, West Lake in spring is such a mesmerizing place. Recommended route: Suti Spring Dawn + Fish-watching at Flower Harbor. First of all, you must go to **Su Causeway Spring Dawn** for a walk. The Su Causeway is one of the ten scenic spots of West Lake. In spring, the willow trees on the causeway are sprouting, and peach blossoms and cherry blossoms are opening, as if you have walked into an ink painting. You can rent a bicycle and ride slowly along the Su Causeway to feel the spring breeze on your face. Then, don't forget to visit **Flower Harbor Fish Watch**. There are not only a variety of flowers here, but also schools of koi carp playing in the water. You can buy a packet of fish food, feed these cute little guys, and take a few beautiful photos, which will definitely gain a bunch of likes when you send them to your friends!

Practical Tips:

-Best time to visit: mid-March to mid-April, when the flowers are at their peak.

-Dressing suggestion: spring temperature difference is large, it is recommended to wear a light jacket, with comfortable shoes, easy to walk.

-Note: There are more tourists in spring, so it is recommended to leave early to avoid the peak of the crowd.

Summer: The scent of lotus

Summer is coming, and the lotus flowers in West Lake are blooming! At this time of the year, West Lake is simply a sea of green, with fields of lotus leaves and lotus blossoms in full bloom, which is breathtakingly beautiful. You can find a shady place by the lake, quietly enjoy the scenery and feel a hint of coolness in the summer. Recommended route: Qu Yuan Feng He + San Tan Yin Yue. First of all, **Qu Yuan Feng He** is one of the must-visit attractions in summer. There are many varieties of lotus flowers here in different colors, pink, white and red, which is simply a feast for the eyes. You can sit in the pavilion by the lake, drink a cup of chilled sour plum soup and watch the lotus flowers swaying in the breeze, feeling that your whole body is cured. Then, you can take a boat to **San Tan Yin Yue**. This is one of the iconic attractions of West Lake. Three small stone towers stand in the lake, and at night, the moonlight reflects on the lake, forming three moons, which is mesmerizingly beautiful. You can take a few night shots here and it will definitely make your friends want to come over and play through the screen!

Practical Tips:

-Best time: from June to August, when the lotus flowers are in full bloom.

-Dressing suggestions: summer weather is hot, it is recommended to wear lightweight and breathable clothing, wear a hat and sunglasses, good sun protection.

-Precautions: summer mosquitoes are more, remember to bring mosquito repellent.

Fall: Enjoying the Moon and Tea

In autumn, the scenery of West Lake becomes more poetic. The leaves around the lake are turning yellow, and when the autumn wind blows, the fallen leaves are fluttering, as if interpreting a fairy tale of autumn for you. At this time of the year, West Lake is the best place to enjoy the moon and tea, and feel the tranquility and beauty. Recommended route: Pinghu Autumn Moon + Longjing Village. First of all, **Pinghu Autumn Moon** is the perfect place to enjoy the moon in fall. You can find a good spot here and quietly wait for the moon to rise. When the moonlight sprinkles on the lake, the waves shimmer as if the whole world becomes gentle. You can bring a pot of Longjing tea with you and enjoy the moon while sipping the tea, feeling that rare tranquility. Next, you can take a walk to **Longjing Village**. This is the birthplace of Longjing tea, and the tea plantations are still lush in the fall. You can experience the fun of tea picking and tea making here, and buy some authentic Longjing tea to bring home for your friends and relatives, which is definitely a special gift.

Practical Tips:

-Best time: from September to November, autumn is high and fresh, suitable for outdoor activities.

-Dressing Suggestion: The temperature difference between morning and evening is big in the fall, so it is recommended to wear a long-sleeved jacket and bring a scarf to keep warm and fashionable.

-Note: There are relatively fewer tourists in the fall, but there are more people when enjoying the moon, so it is recommended to take a good place in advance.

Winter: Enjoying the snow and searching for plums

In winter, the beauty of West Lake becomes more quiet. When the snowflakes fall, the whole West Lake seems to be covered with a white coat, so beautiful that people can't bear to disturb. At this time of the year, West Lake is the most suitable place to enjoy the snow, look for plums, and feel the romance of winter. Recommended route: Broken Bridge + Lingyin Temple. First of all, **The Broken Bridge and the Broken Snow** is one of the must-see attractions in winter. When snowflakes cover the Broken Bridge, it looks as if a silver bridge spans the lake from afar, which is breathtakingly beautiful. You can take a few photos of the snow scene here, which will definitely explode your circle of friends! Next, you can take a walk to **Lingyin Temple**. This is one of the oldest temples in Hangzhou, and in winter, the plum blossoms around the temple are in full bloom and fragrant. You can burn an incense in the temple to pray for peace and happiness in the coming year, and enjoy the snowy scenery around you in the meantime, feeling the peace and beauty of that winter day.

Practical Tips:

-Best time: December to February, the most beautiful when the snow first clears.

-Dressing Suggestion: Winter weather is cold, it is recommended to wear a thick down jacket, wear a hat and gloves, warm and fashionable.

-Precautions: the road surface is slippery in winter, it is recommended to wear non-slip shoes, pay attention to safety.

The beauty of West Lake varies from season to season, and each season has its own unique charm. Whether you come to enjoy the flowers in the spring, the lotus in the summer, the moon in the fall, or the snow in the winter, West Lake can bring you different surprises. Don't hesitate to plan your trip to West Lake! You will surely fall in love with this beautiful place! Don't forget to bring your camera with you to record every beautiful moment, the beauty of West Lake is worth to be experienced and treasured. Enjoy your trip and have fun!