[2024 Hangzhou Attraction] Travel Guide for Manjuelong Village (Updated Dec)
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No one can beat this route in Hangzhou for autumn osmanthus viewing and leaf peeping.
2024 Classic Osmanthus Viewing and Leaf Peeping Route
👣 Route: Manjuelong ➡️ Shiwudong ➡️ Yangmeiling ➡️ Lian Temple ➡️ Jiuxi Yanshu
1. Manjuelong: A long-time top destination for osmanthus viewing, with a "waterfall" of osmanthus flowers made up of various rare species. Once you step inside, you'll understand the beauty of the name "Manlong Guiyu" (Osmanthus Rain at Manjuelong), one of the New Ten Scenes of West Lake.
2. Shiwudong: A cave within a cave, with interconnected caves and a spacious interior. This is not only a summer resort but also an excellent place to view osmanthus flowers in autumn. The Osmanthus Hall in Shiwudong is a great spot for osmanthus viewing, where you can enjoy the scenery and tea while savoring the fragrance of osmanthus. In addition to osmanthus viewing, Shiwudong also has rich cultural relics. The cave walls are carved with many stone Buddha statues, the earliest of which were carved during the Five Dynasties. Although most of them have been damaged, you can still feel the weight of history.
3. Yangmeiling: Surrounded by mountains, with lush greenery and a stream formed by the water from the surrounding valleys flowing through the village all year round. There are large tea gardens nearby, as well as ancient farmhouses with gray bricks and white tiles that blend with the natural scenery, making you feel like you've stepped into a paradise.
4. Lian Temple: A tranquil environment, perfect for osmanthus viewing. Every autumn, the osmanthus trees in the temple bloom with golden flowers, emitting a charming fragrance that complements the ancient architecture, giving a sense of tranquility and distance.
5. Jiuxi Yanshu: "Smelling the fragrance without seeing the flowers" is a major feature of Jiuxi Shibajian. Here, accompanied by the fragrance of flowers, you can truly enjoy the fun of searching for plum blossoms.
Don't miss this golden route when you visit Hangzhou in autumn. It's truly beautiful!
Alexander Cook Daniel
Come to Hangzhou! This West Lake Courtyard B&B welcomes everyone to this world!
It's my first time staying in such a comfortable hotel in Hangzhou! I have to show off! It has such a great atmosphere, as if living in a secluded paradise in the forest. This B&B by the West Lake in Hangzhou is also super nice to stay at! Next to West Lake ◆ Original wood design ◆ Fully equipped. Friends planning to come to Hangzhou, you really have to
The hotel is located in the Shangmanjuelong area of West Lake. The B&B is right in the Manjuelong Scenic Area of West Lake.
It's about a 20-minute walk to West Lake. Open the curtains and you can see the stunning mountain view outside. There are also beautiful tea gardens around the B&B.
Waking up in the morning, you can breathe in the fresh tea aroma.
I love the original wood design.
The rooms at the B&B are designed in a very luxurious original wood style with huge floor-to-ceiling windows↵that offer a view of the outside scenery. Although the rooms are not particularly large, they are very clean and tidy. The facilities in the room are also very complete.
There is a large bathtub, and you can bring disposable bath bags to take a bath. The toiletries and bedding are all from international brands.
Fully equipped facilities.
The hotel's various public facilities are also super complete.
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Mr. Marley Deckow
It's not the bathhouse from Spirited Away in the comics, but the Manjuelong in Hangzhou
‼️ The real-life version of Spirited Away's bathhouse is so beautiful
With a vast expanse of tea gardens and tea mountains, it looks just like the scenes from the movie
Located in Manjuelong, Hangzhou, here's the simplest guide and detailed photo spot strategy
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⭐️tips
❶Location: No. 75, Manjuelong, Xihu District, Hangzhou, it's a shop, there is a small path next to the shop, just follow the path and you'll see the bathhouse in 2 minutes
❷Transportation: Take bus 87 to 【Manjuelong】; it's best to take a taxi with the destination set to No. 75, Manjuelong, Xihu District, Hangzhou
❸No reservation required, no admission fee
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⭐️Practical tips
❶Main attractions in Manjuelong are: the bathhouse, tea gardens, and the aerial swing, the swing is very photogenic but you need to continue climbing up the mountain for about 15 minutes, I was too lazy so I gave up
❷To return, follow the same path back
❸The tea garden is fenced off, if you want to take photos in the tea garden, you need to go up the mountain and come down from the small path on the mountain
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⭐️Photo tips
❶For the best photo spot, continue upwards past the bathhouse until you reach a corner, the photographer stands on the steps on the other side of the road. The person and the bathhouse will be in the same scene, very photogenic.
❷At the top of the mountain is the famous swing that many people come to check in, you can wear white or solid-colored clothes, it's really photogenic.
❸The surrounding area is a vast Longjing tea garden, neatly trimmed, a clean green as far as the eye can see, taking photos in the tea garden is also very nice. But please protect the tea garden while taking photos!
Nova_Starthorn
One of the hardest hotels to book in Hangzhou
I made a special trip to Hangzhou just for this hotel... Sunset at Hupao 1934
Because I've always wanted to stay, a Hangzhou holiday requires booking more than half a month in advance for one of the hardest hotels to book in Hangzhou...
The rainy weather on May Day at 22 degrees is really comfortable
I just want to stay in the hotel, admiring the design by Xie Ke, where every step is a view, with the highlight being the breakfast. It's truly, truly, truly heartwarming. The service and hardware maintain a high standard without any letdowns
It's now one of my top 10 favorite designer hotels in China~
Stepping out, there's West Lake, Su Causeway, Hangzhou Zoo nearby
Walking to Manjuelong Road, stopping at fromher coffee for a cup... so chill it's unbelievable. Worth mentioning, Hangzhou's maple leaves have reached the next level, another heavenly secret spot with no ceiling, taking deep breaths of oxygen
JAYCEON HOLT
Hangzhou
Since last November, I have written dozens of guides on Hangzhou, which has given me a deeper understanding of the city. I visited dozens of attractions and discovered some less popular ones.
1 Xia Man Jue Long - Tang House
Hidden in the mountains around West Lake, this mysterious ancient house is reminiscent of the scenes in 'Spirited Away'. The peculiar wooden house situated in a tea plantation is intriguing in itself.
2 Maojiabu - Dyeing Sky High
A less frequented scenic spot by West Lake, mainly because it is not near the IN77 shopping district and is a bit far from the city center. 80% of tourists do not come here, yet it is the starting point of the ancient path that the ancients took to Lingyin Temple to offer incense.
Address: Maojiabu - Dyeing Sky High scenic spot
Changqiao Park (where you can capture the 'Leifeng Sunset Glow' scene)
For those without a camera, Changqiao Park is the best place to capture the Leifeng Pagoda. Around 6-7 pm in summer, you can capture the scene where the sun only shines on one side of the Leifeng Pagoda just before sunset, and you can even capture both the Leifeng Pagoda and the sun in the same frame. This is the famous 'Leifeng Sunset Glow'.
ANNIE MURRAY
Life advice to finish these 9 places before leaving Hangzhou
Hangzhou is not just about West Lake
There are many places worth visiting
If you come to Hangzhou
Be sure to finish these places before you leave
❶Manjuelong
During the Mid-Autumn Festival, the fragrance of osmanthus fills the city of Hangzhou, which is really romantic. And Manjuelong is definitely the most classic place to appreciate osmanthus in Hangzhou, famous for its osmanthus since the Ming Dynasty. Here is the same soup house as in 'Spirited Away', and osmanthus flowers falling all over the mountains, forming a 'full ridge osmanthus rain'
📍Location: No. 75, Xia Manjuelong, West Lake District
❷Hangzhou Botanical Garden
A hidden treasure of Hangzhou, especially quiet after the rain. Walking through the forest, the 6-meter Buddha head amazed me!
📍Location: Han Meilin Art Museum
🎫Ticket: 10 yuan
❸Changqiao Park
Classic spot of West Lake, overlooking the Leifeng Tower, it is recommended to come early in the morning when there are fewer tourists
📍Location: Changqiao Park
🎫Ticket: Free🆓
❹Prince Bay Park
The most suitable park in Hangzhou for taking French-style photos, be sure to go to the bench next to the church, which will make your friends circle explode with likes
📍Location: Prince Bay West Gate Parking Lot
🎫Ticket: Free🆓
❺Xiling Bridge
The most beautiful corner of West Lake, the end of the road is West Lake, wait for a 1314 bus here
📍Location: Xiling Bridge
🎫Ticket: Free🆓
❻Yunsong Bookstore
A small Jiangnan garden by the West Lake, a book tower funded and built by Mr. Jin Yong. The winding path leads to a secluded place, with white walls and black tiles, every step is a view.
📍Location: No. 13, Lingyin Road, West Lake District
🎫Ticket: Free🆓
🕐Time: 09:00-16:30, closed on Mondays
❼Wansong Academy·Sky Corridor
The S-shaped bend in the forest, the name of the bridge is Love Poem Road·White Snake Bridge
📍Location: Wansong Academy Parking Lot, downhill is
🎫Ticket: Free🆓
❽Jingci Temple
The Shakyamuni Hall on the top of the mountain is an excellent spot for photographing the Leifeng Tower, and it is quiet with few people
📍Location: No. 56, Nanshan Road, West Lake District
🎫Ticket: 10 yuan
🕐Time: 06:30-17:00
❾Shi Wu Kui Lane
A small alley with a lot of life, quiet with few people, those who pass by are local uncles and aunts, you can check in the ancient temple here
📍Location: Xiaoxia Lane, Shi Wu Kui Lane
🎫Ticket: Free🆓
WhimsicalExplorer
The wonderful encounter between Longjing and osmanthus, enjoy the tour of Manjuelong in Hangzhou
🍁🍁: Hangzhou Manjuelong, a romantic encounter with autumn, strolling in the fragrance of osmanthus, feeling the gift of nature.
🍁🍁: Manjuelong is located in the scenic area of West Lake in Hangzhou. It is a natural village known for its production of osmanthus and Longjing tea. There are more than 7,000 osmanthus trees in the village that are over 200 years old. Every autumn when the flowers bloom, the fragrance is overflowing. In addition, Manjuelong is also one of the main producing areas of Longjing tea.
⏰Time: All day
🎫Ticket: Free
📍Location: No. 75, Xia Manjuelong, West Lake District, Hangzhou
🚶♀️Tour route:
Shiwu Cave: The simple stone cave is suitable for summer escape, and there are osmanthus cakes and osmanthus wine stalls around.
Xia Manjuelong: There are markets and stalls along the way, where you can taste local specialties.
Soup House: Similar to the 'Soup House' in 'Spirited Away', it is a good photo spot during the day and night.
Yangmei Ridge: You can enjoy the beautiful scenery along the way, with love trees and beautiful natural scenery.
Nine Creeks Misty Trees: Feel the beauty of nature, with sightseeing cars available.
📷Photo check-in:
Spirited Away Soup House: You can shoot from different angles, including tea mountains, inside the soup house, and halfway up the mountain.
Internet celebrity swing: Located on the top of the mountain, overlooking the West Lake, suitable for shooting scenery.
Baihe Peak: Provides an excellent view of West Lake.
📝tips: The osmanthus fragrance season may be short, it is recommended to play after 4 pm in autumn, avoid dazzling sunlight, and you can also enjoy the sunset light. There are several cafes and tea rooms along the way, it is recommended to take a break in one of them and taste the local specialties.
KRISTOPHER GUTIERREZ
Hangzhou Bathhouse | Check out the mysterious place from Spirited Away
| Check out the mysterious place from Spirited Away. Bathhouse introduction ⬇️
Hangzhou Bathhouse is located near No. 75, Xiamanjuelong, Xihu District. It has become a popular photo spot because it looks like the bathhouse in the animated film Spirited Away.
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Transportation ⬇️
We recommend taking public transportation 🚌. Take Metro Line 3 to Huanglong Cave (Exit B), transfer to Bus 87 to Shiwudong, and walk to the bathhouse.
We don't recommend driving ❌, as the area is prone to traffic jams on weekends and holidays.
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Photo spots ⬇️
The best spot to take a panoramic photo of the bathhouse is opposite the public toilet, where you can capture the Ghibli vibe.
Climb the stairs for about 20 minutes to get a panoramic view of West Lake.
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Notes ❗
The bathhouse is a private residence and is not open to the public. Please don't disturb the residents when taking photos. Be a civilized tourist.
MIRIAM MACK
The osmanthus in Hangzhou is blooming later than usual this year...!
Hangzhou Manjuelong 🍂1.5-hour lazy osmanthus viewing route❗️❗️
You can avoid the National Day holiday peak, and the osmanthus fragrance is still there.
I don't know when it started, but osmanthus viewing in Manjuelong has become a must-do for me in autumn 🍂
The weather is nice, perfect for enjoying the gift of autumn in the mountains.
📍Route
◼️1-2 hour route: Shiwudong→Xiamanjuelong→Tangwu→Baihefeng→Yangmeiling
◼️3-4 hour route: Follow the first route→Liansi Temple→Jiuxi Yanshu
🔅I went to Jiuxi at the beginning of the month, so I ended my trip at Yangmeiling. The [1-2 hour route] covers all the main attractions in Manjuelong!
🔅Tested route!! The first route is suitable for people with average physical strength. You can have hot pot in the city after going down the mountain, and your feet won't feel tired.
📷Landmark check-in points
✅Shiwudong🕳️: Chinese garden, you can take photos of the "Gui" lantern. You can also walk inside to see the stone carvings in the cave.
✅Popular persimmon tree: Walk along Xiamanjuelong Road, and you will see the persimmon tree on the right.
✅Tangwu: The same style as "Spirited Away", walk 2-3 minutes from No. 75 Manjuelong, and you will see it. The best free spot is [in front of the public toilet].
✅Baihefeng "Popular Swing": You can line up to take a "tea mountain swing photo", or you can overlook the West Lake and Leifeng Pagoda.
🚌Bus: Exit from Shuichengqiao Station, Metro Line 4
①Transfer to Bus 87 to Shiwudong
②Transfer to Bus 4 to the Zoo, and walk for 10 minutes. The osmanthus fragrance is strong along the way.
🚗Taxi:
①Set the destination to Shiwudong, and go directly to the destination.
②Set the destination to Siyanjing, where there is less traffic, and walk 10 minutes to Shiwudong.
🧩Travel tips
1. It is recommended to arrive at around 2-3 pm at the latest. It gets dark after 5 pm, and it is not safe to stay in the mountains too late.
2. It is recommended to take the bus at Yangmeiling/Yanxiadong, where there are fewer people. The closer you get to Manjuelong, the harder it is to get on the bus.
3. Remember to bring mosquito repellent. Although it is late autumn, there are still bugs.
CyberGuardian
Mountain Awakening Resort Homestay.
Located at No. 206, Xiamanjuelong, Xihu District, Hangzhou, it is located on the side of Yangjiashan, surrounded by green grass and trees, with Jiuxi and the Tea Museum, quiet in the middle of the hustle and bustle, and the environment is comfortable and elegant. It is close to Taiziwan Park, about a 20-minute walk; it takes about half an hour to walk to Longjing Village, or you can take bus No. 87.
- The surrounding transportation is relatively convenient, there are multiple bus stops nearby, such as the Manjuelong stop of bus No. 87 is about a 1-minute walk from the homestay. However, because it is in the West Lake Scenic Area, foreign vehicles are restricted, and self-driving tours need to be reported to the hotel in advance.
2. Architecture and design style:
- The homestay is an independent small building, the overall design is pure marine elements, the decoration is simple and Nordic style, and it is more special in a piece of conventional rural architecture.
- There are two vintage Santana cars at the door, with white walls, creating a unique atmosphere, very suitable for taking photos and checking in.
- There is a beautifully decorated camping-style courtyard for guests to daze, read, and chat.
3. Room facilities:
- There are currently more than ten guest rooms, which are exquisite and orderly. The facilities and equipment in the room are high-end and complete, equipped with Husky nimi refrigerator, Hengjie smart toilet, etc.
- The room has good lighting, and some rooms have large balconies where you can see the sunrise and sunset; some rooms are also equipped with Bose small speakers.
4. Catering service:
- The homestay provides breakfast, there are three packages of Chinese, Western or Chinese and Western combination to choose from, breakfast is provided by Starbucks, the taste is good.
- There is a café on the first floor of the homestay, offering a variety of coffees and desserts, and the coffee flavor is recognized by many guests.
5. Service quality:
- The service of the clerk is attentive, able to check in quickly, and provide a lot of help.
- The cleaning aunt will clean the room every day to keep the room tidy.
SamuelThompson
How can you miss Manjuelong Tangwu when viewing osmanthus in Hangzhou?
In recent years, Manjuelong Tangwu has been very popular. The unique building shape is very similar to the scene in Hayao Miyazaki's animation. In addition, Manjuelong itself is the top place to view osmanthus in Hangzhou every autumn, so Tangwu is also very popular.
🕘[Opening Hours]: Manjuelong is open 24 hours [Tangwu is a private residence and is not open]
💴[Ticket Price]: Free
⛺[Check-in]:
1️⃣Tangwu: The best angle to view Tangwu is halfway up the mountain in the tea garden next to it
2️⃣Swing on the top of the mountain: There is a popular swing on the top of the tea garden, and many people line up here to take photos
🚌[Transportation Guide]: Take bus No. 87 to Manjuelong Station, find the path next to No. 75 Manjuelong, and go up
🧡[Notes]:
Tangwu is a private residence, please do not approach it at will to disturb people's lives
Do not enter the tea fields in the tea garden next to it without permission to avoid damaging the tea garden
There are many cafes nearby, you can order a seasonal osmanthus latte
There are especially many people viewing osmanthus in autumn, so if you want to take photos with fewer people, you have to get up early
Olivia987 Rivera
Visit Manjuelong Village in Hangzhou to enjoy the sweet scent of osmanthus.
Manjuelong Village, a poetic name, is located at the southern foot of the West Lake Scenic Area. It is a great place to visit in Hangzhou in autumn. The autumn wind brings the fragrance of osmanthus, adding a touch of poetry to the trip.
Transportation: The West Lake Scenic Area in Hangzhou is always crowded during holidays. You can take Metro Line 3 to Huanglong Cave Station (Exit B1) and then take a bus. If you are afraid of traffic jams, you can ride an electric bike or bicycle after getting off the subway.
Main attractions in Manjuelong Village:
Tangwu: A wooden building with a unique architectural style that has become popular on the internet. It is located a few minutes uphill from Manjuelong Village.
Swing: Continue to climb up from Tangwu. The mountain is not high and you can quickly reach the hillside. You can see the West Lake from the hillside. There is a tea garden on the hillside. Many people take photos in the tea garden with the West Lake and the city in the background. Walk a little further and you will see the swing, which is popular on the internet. Many people take photos here, so you may need to queue.
Market on both sides of the village at the foot of the mountain: Various Hangzhou specialties are sold here, especially dried osmanthus and osmanthus cakes. There is a persimmon tree by the road. When the persimmons turn red, many people come here to take photos. There are also many small attractions along the road where you can take photos.
Shiwudong: The cave is a Chinese-style garden landscape.
Manjuelong Village is free to visit.
Food: Osmanthus rice cake, osmanthus chestnut lotus root starch soup, osmanthus steamed cake, scallion pancake, euryale ferox cake, osmanthus crisp. In addition, bottled dried osmanthus and osmanthus sachets are great souvenirs.
_TI***t6
It turns out that the right way to enjoy the osmanthus at Manjuelong is on a rainy day.
I took many photos of osmanthus this year, but I still feel like it's not enough. I came to Manjuelong for the second time on a rainy day, and it presented a different artistic conception.
Manjuelong in the rain is particularly quiet, with few tourists, allowing people to savor this quiet beauty.
There is no need to deliberately look for the so-called popular photo spots, because the rain gives more inspiration for shooting here, and the shutter can't stop at all.
Osmanthus flowers fall in the drizzle, covering the ground, bushes, car roofs, and houses. Everything here is dyed a light gold by osmanthus.
Some petals gather into a sweet "osmanthus river" along the water flow, some jump in the air like lively elves, and some are gently suspended in the air by spider silk, like a string of wind chimes, swaying gently in the breeze.
Walking on the path of Manjuelong, the soles of the shoes are full of the fragrance of osmanthus, and every step is a unique romance of autumn.
In addition to osmanthus, the distant mountains are also misty and refreshing. It is still raining in Hangzhou recently, and it is strongly recommended that everyone come here for a visit. The climate is not cold or hot at this time, it is very comfortable, put on rain boots, enjoy stepping on the water, and feel the ease and comfort.
📍Shooting route: Shiwudong Bus Station-Manjuelong No. 75 Tangwu-Manlong Guiyu-Shuile Cave-Yangmeiling Bus Station
📸Shot on: 2024.10.16
ZACHARY TODD
Autumn Longjing Tea Picking Tour in Hangzhou.
Manjuelong Tea Picking Tour
Manjuelong is the second largest Longjing tea origin in Hangzhou, with a large tea mountain protection area. From Upper Manjuelong to Lower Manjuelong, the tea mountains form a stunning natural landscape.
West Lake Longjing tea is also divided into spring and autumn seasons. Although autumn tea is not as fresh as spring tea, it is still expensive.
Fresh Longjing tea has a faint bean fragrance, which is my favorite. Old tea trees have a more mellow taste and a clean aftertaste. In the Longjing tea production area, climb Baihe Peak along Manjuelong, enjoy the open tea mountains, pick tea by hand, and experience the fun of Longjing tea picking.
In autumn, there is also a special osmanthus Longjing tea. Under the osmanthus rain in Manlong, find a teahouse and have a cup of Longjing tea, which is the most appropriate.
Picking experience: starting from 100 yuan
Tea house: starting from 80 yuan per person
Transportation: Bus No. 87 goes directly there
diplomatical_leona
It's that time of year again to visit Manjuelong.
Time flies, and it's that poetic season again. Around this time last year, I also came to Manjuelong, but unfortunately missed the popular persimmon tree, as the persimmons had already been picked. This year, I came a few days earlier and finally saw the persimmon tree I had been longing for.
The whole persimmon tree is full of yellow persimmons, as if it is a beautiful painting drawn by nature with the most brilliant colors. The plump persimmons, under the sun, emit a warm and charming light. I was curious, why don't these persimmons fall when they are so yellow? They just hang quietly on the branches, as if telling the story of time.
Standing under the persimmon tree, the breeze blows, bringing a sweet fragrance. At this moment, time seems to stand still, and all troubles are thrown behind. The beauty of Manjuelong is so pure and natural that people are intoxicated and cannot extricate themselves.
Every scene here is full of poetry, and every corner is full of surprises. If you also want to find a quiet corner in the bustling city, then Manjuelong is definitely your best choice. Come here, feel the charm of nature, and have a beautiful encounter with these persimmons. 💕
567Felix~Scott*
Hangzhou!! Manjuelong!! The small courtyard in the mountains is so beautiful!!
I spent the weekend in Hangzhou with my boyfriend and this homestay really healed us.
The tea art class teacher was very gentle and the butler service was perfect.
√ Beautiful scenery, high quality, thoughtful service, and high cost performance.
The small courtyard is very convenient!! You can go to Manjuelong to enjoy the autumn on weekends.
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Great location
The homestay is in the West Lake Scenic Area and is very close to Manjuelong. It's very quiet.
In autumn, the air is full of the fragrance of osmanthus, which is very comfortable.
The overall style is Japanese, and every corner is very stylish.
The room is very comfortable.
Although it's not big, it's clean and comfortable.
Very thoughtful, earplugs are specially prepared for those who are afraid of noise.
The breakfast has various small dishes, and the latte is very delicious.
The small courtyard is very beautiful.
The small courtyard is built against the mountain, the air is fresh and the view is great.
The room is very high-end, and the bedding is perfect.
The breakfast is also very characteristic and very satisfying.
First-class service
24-hour on-call service, the service is really heartwarming.
I feel very spoiled. It's especially suitable for couples and parent-child tours.
Location: Shang Manjuelong, West Lake District, Hangzhou
RoamingVagabond$8
The most powerful illegal building in the West Lake Scenic Area has been made into a tourist attraction.
You must have heard of the Manjuelong Osmanthus Rain, but now the more popular osmanthus is the "Tangwu" that looks like a house in Miyazaki Hayao's animation. Coming here to smell the osmanthus is not the most important thing. The Tangwu check-in is really endless. It was originally an illegally built private building, hidden in the tea garden, but it couldn't stop the enthusiasm of netizens. Once it became famous, it was confiscated and became a tourist attraction. The owner probably didn't expect it.
From Yangmeiling to Tangwu, the distance is not far, and the light hiking route is suitable for both the elderly and children. On the way, you will pass Shuiledong. You can go in and explore. There are caves and cliff carvings here. There are osmanthus trees all the way here, and it is absolutely comfortable to walk.
The entrance of Tangwu is relatively hidden. When you see the persimmon tree in Figure 2, a group of people taking pictures, the opposite of the persimmon tree is the entrance to see Tangwu, don't miss it.
SKYLAR JENNINGS
How regretful it would be to miss autumn in Hangzhou.
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Autumn in Hangzhou🍁
is a season of poetry and romance
When the first scent of osmanthus is carried by the wind
Come to Hangzhou and experience
the osmanthus on Manjuelong Road, the plane trees on Beishan Street, and the maple leaves in Jiuxi
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I love autumn🍁
Leaves fall with the wind, seemingly returning to silence
But they burst into a brilliant energy on the branches
As if in this harvest season
They are rewarding the eyes of busy people
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In autumn, reward yourself with a cup of milk tea🥤
Passing by "Grandpa Doesn't Make Tea"
I tried the new osmanthus pear
Dongting Biluochun tea X ranch milk
Formed a mellow tea base🍃
Using Xianing golden osmanthus, the hometown of osmanthus, with pear juice
The first taste is the scent of osmanthus, which permeates the mouth
Then the sweet pear flavor spreads
The fusion of flowers and fruits, as if the whole autumn🍂 is unfolding before your eyes
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So go and welcome the coming autumn
Listen to the rustling of falling leaves, and let the sun☀️ cure the class
Don't miss every beautiful scene brought by the season
And don't miss the first cup of good milk tea in autumn‼️
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NomadSoul
Where to go in Hangzhou to enjoy the osmanthus in autumn? Here are some recommendations.
This year, Hangzhou has had 60 days of high temperatures, setting a record for the past 50 years. The osmanthus, which should have been fragrant, has also delayed its opening. However, the days of full city fragrance are not far away. As the city flower, there are tens of millions of osmanthus in Hangzhou. They can be seen everywhere on the roadside, but the osmanthus is about the artistic conception. I personally recommend going to these 7️⃣ places to enjoy.
✅Manjuelong
It is one of the new ten scenic spots in West Lake for enjoying osmanthus. Every autumn, you can feel the full osmanthus rain. However, when the osmanthus is in bloom, there are many cars and horses, so try to go early and return early.
✅Children's Park
The wind vane of Hangzhou osmanthus, the star osmanthus blooms first every year. Take advantage of others' unresponsiveness and go to smell the osmanthus first.
✅Hangzhou Botanical Garden
There are many varieties of osmanthus and long tree age, and the scale of the forest is very large. Walking in the osmanthus forest in autumn has a romantic flavor.
✅Jingci Temple-South Mountain Road
There are many ancient osmanthus trees in Jingci Temple, and the South Screen Evening Bell is full of artistic conception. Out of the temple, along the South Mountain Road to the east to Changqiao Park, the road is full of osmanthus fragrance.
✅Lingyin Temple-Yongfu Temple
Lingyin Temple is a must-visit place for tourists in Hangzhou, and autumn is the time to enjoy osmanthus. After leaving Lingyin Temple, go to the neighboring Yongfu Temple, where osmanthus is planted all the way.
✅Shangtianzhu Faxi Temple
There are many osmanthus trees in Shangtianzhu, and the osmanthus at the entrance of Faxi Temple is fragrant. There are osmanthus trees in front of and behind the houses on Tianzhu Road from time to time.
✅Santianzhu Fajing Temple
I personally love an osmanthus tree, hidden in the Yaoshi Hall in the temple. The trunk is tall and strong, and it is a perfect match with the surrounding yellow walls, black tiles, and flying eaves.
Miller William]21
Drink｜Hangzhou Mi Huan Ye Cafe.
Hotel tea room, cafe, open to the public. Yangjiashan corner, lush woods, quiet environment. The first phase of the courtyard, overlooking the green mountains and warm villages. The second phase of the interior, retro style, like the long time. It is suitable for sitting alone in the early morning and dusk, just like Tao Yuanming's poem: "The secluded orchid is born in the front yard, and the fragrance is waiting for the clear wind". It's just that there are too many people, especially when it comes to commercial shooting, there is nothing left.
Alexander@901 Richardson
The beautiful scenery beside the West Lake is picturesque. If you like this feeling, it is love!
Hangzhou!! Next to the West Lake! It’s such a great stay! I don’t want to check out
When my boyfriend and I come to Hangzhou, we always stay at Manjuelong, an affordable small courtyard with a secret mountain and wood-style courtyard. The Internet-famous book bar and cafe are not allowed. Sisters who have recently come to Hangzhou don’t know!!
The design of the single-family courtyard is really cute!
The views during the day and night are truly stunning. On travel days, when the sky is clear and quiet at night, the terrace is really the most dazzling place! Looking up at the stars and taking a bath, you really feel like enjoying the freedom of paradise!!
You can see the mountains when you open the window of the hotel. The environment is really great! The environment is really amazing. It is on a small hillside in the village. The air is so fresh that it is suffocating. The view outside the room is really amazing. !There are osmanthus trees in full bloom along the roadside. It would be great to stay here in autumn when the osmanthus blooms.
The room facilities are luxurious and complete, which is really amazing! The hotel
The room has floor heating, it is really warm as spring!! The hygiene is also super clean, and the fruits given when you check in are so fresh, the pear is really sweet, and the breakfast is also very good, especially the hot milk ~.
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Hangzhou Manjuelong | It's like stepping into an ancient landscape painting
Walking along Manjuelong Road, the osmanthus trees on the roadside emit a charming fragrance, as if it were the real-life depiction of Liu Yong's 'Three autumn osmanthus, ten miles of lotus flowers.'
💡 Unique tips:
1. The osmanthus flowers in Manjuelong are most beautiful in autumn, but each season has its own charm.
2. There are many local farmhouses, so you can check reviews online in advance.
3. Remember to wear comfortable shoes, as there are many uphill and downhill paths.
Solstice@Dreamer*333
In Hangzhou! Searching for the fairy-tale world of Spirited Away
Many people have dreamed in their childhood of seeing the bathhouse from Spirited Away with their own eyes👀 or having their own Prince White Dragon.
I finally got a photo with the bathhouse of my dreams in Hangzhou‼️ Many people don't know exactly where it is
▶️It's actually in the tea gardens of Manjuelong.
We arrived by bus
Then it's about a ten-minute walk
If you can't find the place, just navigate to the coffee shop☕️FORMHER COFFEE and you'll find it
After passing the public toilet, walk up the hill and you'll reach the perfect photo spot
This slope is also especially good for taking pictures when the weather is nice😋 Continue walking up and you'll reach Baihe Peak where you can check in at the popular swing and overlook the entire West Lake
This area is actually a very large tea garden👀 Besides the bathhouse, the tea garden is also a great spot for taking photos❌ But please don't litter or damage the greenery
Speaking of which, this house has also had a tumultuous fate😷 Originally built by the owner for fun, it became an illegal building after too many people checked in❌ It was almost demolished but has now been taken over by the state
But all in all, it has fulfilled the Spirited Away dreams of many people
MADELINE MOSES
Strolling through Manjuelong
People say that Hangzhou city has three types of 'snow': the reed catkins in Xixi, known as 'autumn snow'; the plum blossoms on Lingfeng, known as 'fragrant snow'; and the osmanthus flowers in Manjuelong, known as 'golden snow'. The cultivation of osmanthus in West Lake began in the Tang Dynasty. Among the poems praising West Lake, many are themed around osmanthus. However, initially, the focus was on the osmanthus of the temples in the northern hills of West Lake, such as Lingyin and Tianzhu. The 'Manlong Guiyu' or 'Osmanthus Rain in Manjuelong' from the New Ten Scenes of West Lake, which refers to the appreciation of osmanthus in Manjuelong in autumn, only formed after the Ming Dynasty.
Manjuelong, the valley between the Southern Peak and Baihe Peak, also had many temples in the past, with the earliest traceable to the Wu-Yue period. Among them was the Yuanxing Temple, which was renamed to Manjue Temple during the Northern Song Dynasty - 'Manjue' meaning 'complete enlightenment' - and the place also got its name from the temple. The osmanthus trees were likely planted by generations of monks and gradually became a magnificent sight. Today, along the mountain paths, slopes, stone cliffs, and beside the streams of the valley, there are over seven thousand osmanthus trees, many of which are over two hundred years old. However, those ancient temples have been destroyed and abandoned in the torrents of history, disappearing among the osmanthus bushes.
Manjuelong is actually a natural village located southwest of West Lake, with tea trees covering the slopes and osmanthus trees planted along the valley paths. During the season of fragrant golden osmanthus from September to November, the sweet fragrance is overwhelming, and the delicate yellow flowers drift with the wind like dense raindrops. Visitors walking among them, bathed in the 'rain' and inhaling the fragrance, experience a unique pleasure, hence the name 'Osmanthus Rain in Manlong', one of the New Ten Scenes of West Lake. Manjuelong Village holds the West Lake Golden Autumn Osmanthus Festival every September and October. Manjuelong Road is perfect for a leisurely walk, to see the fragrant osmanthus, houses covered in vines, and the relaxed people sunbathing at their doorsteps. The entire Manjuelong Road is picturesque at every turn. The blooming and falling of the osmanthus flowers vary each year, so it's best to check Hangzhou local news or social platforms like Weibo for real-time updates before visiting. I went in late September and it was still too early; I didn't see the 'Osmanthus Rain', which was really a bit disappointing! But strolling in Manjuelong, letting time flow slowly, and stopping at a small mountain shop for a cup of coffee and some daydreaming is still quite enjoyable.
WanderlustAbroad_99
Not just West Lake, here's a hardcore one-day self-driving tour route in Hangzhou city
If you come to Hangzhou, don't just visit West Lake.
🚗 You should drive straight to the top of Yuhuang Mountain next to West Lake
To see the Eight Diagrams Field by the Qiantang River and the Leifeng Pagoda by the side of West Lake
🍵 You should go to the Manjuelong Four-Eyes Well next to West Lake
To drink Hangzhou's exclusive Osmanthus Longjing tea
To see the real-life Spirited Away bathhouse in the tea garden
🍁 You should drive along Zhijiang Road by the Qiantang River
Listening to music, driving, and watching the sunset over the Qiantang River Bridge from the Liuhe Pagoda
✅ Recommended tour route:
Drive straight to the top of Yuhuang Mountain in the morning, the scenic area tour is expected to take 2 hours
Have lunch at the popular Manjuelong Four-Eyes Well restaurant at noon
After lunch, you can take a walk nearby to the tea garden bathhouse, and have afternoon tea in Manjuelong
In the afternoon, drive to Liuhe Pagoda, watch the sunset and the night view, and end the one-day tour
I am AJ, who enjoys self-driving to the mountains and fields on weekends. I have checked in 88/100 of the less-known self-driving spots around Hangzhou. This time I unlocked the bathhouse in Manjuelong, and also unlocked the less-known route for taking out-of-towners on a one-day self-driving tour to view Hangzhou's attractions in the city area, where it's not crowded. Next time I'll share about the ancient city of Jiande~ Yuhuang Mountain Scenic Area Manjuelong Liuhe Pagoda
NoahO Donnell06
Hangzhou Free Check-in Spots
Manjuelong
In autumn, Manjuelong is filled with osmanthus flowers hanging from the branches, and the air is saturated with their fragrance. Locals often pick and dry them on the spot, displaying each step of the process right before your eyes, ensuring you buy with satisfaction and eat with confidence.
Beishan Street
The yellowing plane leaves on Beishan Street are simply divine. Whether you're walking or cycling, it's an excellent destination.
Liangzhu Ancient City Ruins
This place will show you just how beautiful autumn can be, enough to heal you throughout the season.
Jiuyao Mountain
A mountain doesn't have to be high to be beautiful. Looking down from the summit, the Bathing Goose Bay is a riot of autumnal colors, bringing a vivid autumn landscape to life before your eyes.
West Lake Cultural Square
I believe that the Chinese Scholar Tree is scenic all year round, but it is uniquely beautiful in autumn.
Jiuxi 18 Stream
The gradually reddening maple leaves perfectly encapsulate the essence of autumn.
Sui Lu
An easily overlooked spot for a high vantage point by West Lake, where you can gaze at West Lake, Leifeng Pagoda, distant mountains, and the Jade Belt Bridge all at once. Just close your eyes and rush towards it.
Guozhuang
The autumn here is colorful.
aveline_6881
The city is filled with the fragrance of sweet osmanthus, and if you miss it, you'll have to wait another year
The sweet osmanthus in Hangzhou seems to have bloomed earlier this year, as if to welcome the Asian Games, adding charm to those traveling during the National Day holiday.
The saying 'Three autumns for osmanthus seeds, ten miles of lotus flowers' signifies that the osmanthus trees and their fragrance are half the emblem of Hangzhou. However, each wave of osmanthus bloom is not long, so those who want to see it should hurry.
🌟The most famous route for enjoying osmanthus in Hangzhou
is none other than 'Manjuelong'.
Known for osmanthus viewing since the Ming dynasty, 'Manjuelong Osmanthus Rain' is one of the top ten scenic spots of West Lake and the most famous spot for enjoying osmanthus in Hangzhou.
📷Must-visit spots:
1⃣️ Shiwu Cave: Visiting Shiwu Cave is truly astonishing. The ancient stone carvings are incredible, and there are many osmanthus trees in the courtyard. When the flowers bloom, the whole yard is filled with fragrance.
2⃣️ 'Spirited Away Bathhouse': In autumn, this place is really top-notch. The uniquely shaped wooden house brings you back to Spirited Away, and there are many osmanthus trees beside the wooden house, making for great photos on a sunny day.
3⃣️ Miqiu Wild cafe: After visiting Shiwu Cave and the bathhouse, if you're feeling thirsty, have a cup of osmanthus black tea here. The small courtyard also has osmanthus trees, and with its Song dynasty ambiance, it's great for photos. Order an afternoon tea and spend a super chill day.
4⃣️ Shuile Cave: It's super cool inside, and you can go into the stone cave to have a look.
5⃣️ Yangmeiling Village: Standing in Yangmeiling Village and looking down the mountain is spectacular. Going down from here is the most effortless way to reach Jiuxi.
6⃣️ Li'an Temple: I highly recommend arriving here on a rainy early morning. With the lights on, the mist and haze create an illusion of a path to a miracle.
7⃣️ Jiuxi: No one can resist Jiuxi! With towering trees and lush greenery, it's a place to escape the tail end of the heat. The red maples here in autumn are also exceptional!
📝Tips:
Street osmanthus markets have started operating. There are various dried osmanthus, osmanthus cakes, osmanthus coffee, and more. You can buy some to endlessly extend the romantic autumn~~
AlexanderCarmichael52
Hangzhou Manjuelong | In spring, Manjuelong is perfect for enjoying the flowers, tea, and the beauty of spring
Spring in Manjuelong is very suitable for hiking.
From the lower Manjuelong to the upper Manjuelong, it's just about one kilometer, right? If you have the energy, you can also climb a nearby mountain to witness the grand scene of picking Longjing tea.
At this time, every household has flowers at the front door and tea at the back, haha!
🌟 Highlights:
Natural scenery
📍Detailed address:
Start hiking from Guanyin Cave
⏳Recommended duration:
You can have a meal, drink coffee or tea, and plan for a good half day.
CONNOR COLLINS
Today, Manjuelong is full of the fragrance of osmanthus, which is great
Today, Manjuelong Citywalk is full of the fragrance of osmanthus, which is great!
The osmanthus is in full bloom! Today's osmanthus viewing route: Shiwudong - Tangwu - Aerial Swing
Accompanied by the fragrance of osmanthus all the way, there are many stalls on the road, it's so comfortable to walk around
The photos are also beautiful
Hangzhou | Manjuelong
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Tastes of Travel
Hangzhou!! Next to West Lake! It's so good to live in, I don't want to check out
Hangzhou is full of Manjuelong, this budget small courtyard in the wilderness, original wood style courtyard, internet celebrity bookstore cafe, sisters who have recently come to Hangzhou must not know!!
The design of the single-family courtyard is really loveable!
The scenery during the day and night is beautiful. On the days of travel, the weather is fine, the night is quiet, the terrace is the biggest highlight, under the starry sky, viewing and soaking in the bath, it is really a carefree paradise!!
The hotel opens the window to see the mountains, the environment is very nice
The environment is beautiful, on a small hill in the village, the air is very fresh, the view outside the room is very good. The roadside is full of osmanthus trees, it must be super great to stay here when the osmanthus blooms in autumn.
The room facilities are luxurious and complete
The hotel room has floor heating, it's really super warm!! The hygiene is also super good, the fruit given at check-in is very fresh, that pear is super sweet, the breakfast is also good, I like that hot milk~.
Location: Hangzhou-West Lake District-Manjuelong Road
Thanks to the homestay trial sleep officer Ye Yezi for the picture and text authorization, do not misjudge