用英语介绍杭州的风景..

Hangzhou is renowned for its historic relics and natural beauty. It has been ranked as one of the ten most scenic cities in China. Although Hangzhou has been through many recent urban developments, it still retains its historical and cultural heritage. Today, tourism remains an important factor for Hangzhou's economy. One of Hangzhou's most popular sights is West Lake. The lake covers an area of 6 square kilometres and includes some of Hangzhou's most famous historic and scenic places. The area includes historical pagodas, cultural sites, as well as the natural beauty of the lake and hills.The world's largest tidal bore races up the Qiantang River through Hangzhou reaching up to 40 ft in height.Luohan Tang (Arhat Hall) at Hupaoquan in Hangzhou, ChinaThe oldest Buddhist temple in the city is believed to be Lingyin Si (Soul's Retreat), which, like most of the other landmarks in this city, has gone through numerous destruction and reconstruction cycles. Lingyin Temple which contains the Feilang Feng grottos Jingci Temple Liuhe Pagoda Baochu Pagoda Yue-Wang Miao (岳王庙, King Yue's Temple) or Yue Fue Mu is near the West Lake and was originally constructed in 1221 in memory of General Yue Fei, who lost his life due to political persecution. Xixi National Wetland Park Hangzhou Botanical Gardens Dreaming of the Tiger Spring Hangzhou Zoo Leifeng Pagoda Jade Springs (Yu Quan) Qiantang Tidal Bore (Sliver Dragon)

西湖:These are the words composed by the famous Song Dynasty poet Su Dongpo (960-1127) when he compared the West Lake to Xi Zi, the most beautiful woman in ancient China. These poetic sentiments leave one in no doubt of the glory of the scenery that inspired them.Originally a shallow sea inlet, due to the laying down of silt this 5.68 square kilometers (about 1,404 acres) of water became the famous West Lake. With an average depth of just five feet the lake comprises five distinct sections. The largest part is known as the Outer Lake and it is bounded by the North Inner Lake, Yuehu Lake, West Inner Lake and Lesser South Lake. Held in the embrace of hilly peaks on three sides, this water wonderland has been an attraction for centuries and it is small wonder that it was a favourite imperial retreat. The lake and its environs have all the elements of a traditional Chinese garden but on a grand scale. The natural setting of strangely shaped peaks, serene forests and springs, dense foliage and a myriad of blossoms especially in springtime are enhanced by a treasury of sculpture and architectural features. Whatever the season, the panorama is pleasing to the eye and the nuances of light shade together with the moods of the weather present an ever-changing picture that justifiably has been described as 'intoxicating'.

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