Other Name: Capita of Song Dynasty , District: Zhejiang, State: East China, China Area: 16847 kmĀ² Languages Spoken: Mendarin Long Distance Code: +86571 Importance: Hangzhou's industries have traditionally been textile, silk and machinery, but electronics and other light industries are developing, especially since the start of the new open economy in 1992 Best Time to Visit: September to November and May International Access: well connected with the world by air.
Description
The city of Hangzhou was founded about 2,200 years ago during the Qin Dynasty; it is listed as one of the Seven Ancient Capitals of China, but the city wall was not constructed until the Sui Dynasty (591).
Location
Hangzhou is a sub-provincial city located in the Yangtze River Delta in the People's Republic of China, and the capital of Zhejiang province.