Hangzhou, the capital of Zhejiang Province, is celebrated as “Paradise on Earth” for its enchanting natural beauty. Its crown jewel, West Lake, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, offers serene landscapes of pagodas, gardens, and willow-lined shores. The city is a hub of tea culture, home to the famed Longjing (Dragon Well) tea plantations. Hangzhou also preserves rich history through landmarks like Lingyin Temple and the ancient Grand Canal. Modern Hangzhou thrives as a tech hub, epitomized by the futuristic Hangzhou Olympic Sports Center.