It is better to climb mountains in Hangzhou to the North Peak. Although the North Peak is only over 300 meters above sea level, it is often mistaken for the highest peak in Hangzhou because it is a relatively high peak around the West Lake. In fact, there are no fewer than 10 peaks in Hangzhou that are higher than the North Peak. For example, Ruyijian is more than 500 meters tall. Even the Beauty Peak connected to the west side of the North Peak is 50 meters higher than the North Peak.

Climbing all the way up the mountain, you will see lush trees and twists and turns. When you climb high, you can look far into the distance. Surrounded by clouds and mountains on three sides, you can have a panoramic view of the West Lake and even the majestic Qianjiang River. Hangzhou is small. The fun of climbing is not just exercise, the joy of reaching the top is truly rare.

Hiking route:

1. Laohe Mountain, Jiangjun Mountain: If you live in the west of the city, it is recommended to go up to Jiangjun Mountain. There is a gas station on Xixi Road, opposite Gudang. , just ask.

2. Go up from Laohe Mountain behind Zhejiang University (the road to the right of the library of Zhejiang University Yuquan Campus), go directly to the North Peak, then take the cable car down from the North Peak to Lingyin Temple, and visit Lingyin Temple by the way. Yinsi Temple and Hangzhou Botanical Garden.

3. There is a big Fahua Temple sign near the bus station in Laodongyue. From that road, after passing Fahua Temple, there are stone steps all the way to the top of the mountain, and then from another road The road down the mountain is Lingyin.