A big welcome to Daria, Hangzhoufeel’s AI anchor! She is presenting you with the buzzwords of this year’s Two Sessions in English, Spanish, Russian, and more languages.

A big welcome to Daria, Hangzhoufeel’s AI anchor! She is presenting you with the buzzwords of this year’s Two Sessions in English, Spanish, Russian, and more languages. ...

What is Hangzhou

Useful Information Before Your Journey

Means of payment In Hangzhou, you can use RMB notes, bank card and mobile phone to pay. You are advised to open your WeChat or Alipay to scan or show payment code to pay. 144-hour visa-free transit policy Under this policy, passengers from 53 countries can enter or exit Xiaosha ...

Simple tips during Grain rain to help you stay healthy

The drizzle has just paused. Here comes the last solar term of spring, Hold off on the heat and humidity, please. For I haven't yet had my fill of the lingering charm of spring blossoms in Hangzhou. ...

Why Chinese place so much value on Qingming Festival?

In April, Hangzhou is at its most enchanting, with flowers in full bloom. The name of the solar term “Qingming” literally means Pure Brightness. ...

Why Chinese fly kites during Spring Equinox

Today, day and night are of equal length.Are you ready to embrace the more intense sunshine? ...

The Beginning of Spring: embracing fortune as all things renew

As the sixth day of the Chinese New Year dawns, the Beginning of Spring arrives with it.May the spring breeze caress your dreams and all your paths be smooth and bright! ...

Laba 'porridge gift' for museum visitors

Eating the porridge is important on the to-do list of the Laba Festival, falling on the eighth day of the 12th month, an occasion celebrated nationwide for a good harvest and to accentuate the festive mood for Spring Festival. ...

Don't hit pause on your spring adventures!

This season is perfect for exploring tea garden trails! ...

A cherry blossom haven just an hour's drive from downtown HZ

Are you feeling bored because you still haven't figured out where to relax on the weekend? ...

Forbes recommends five must-do activities in Hangzhou

What’s your “China Travel” plan? Are you ready to explore Hangzhou? Recently, Forbes published an article on its website about five must-do activities in Hangzhou. Check out its top recommendations as a reference for your itinerary! ...

Embrace sunny days with blooming lotuses and water lilies

The plum rain season is expected to end on July 3 or 4 in Hangzhou. Why not visit the West Lake to enjoy the blooming lotuses and water lilies in the upcoming sunny days? The Lotuses and Water Lilies Exhibition from Five Cities kicked off at Qianwang Temple on June 24. The e ...

Stunning bicolor water lily spotted at Hangzhou's West Lake Scenic Area

As summer approaches, water lilies gradually bloom in the waters near Three Pools Mirroring the Moon at Hangzhou's West Lake Scenic Area. Among them, several bicolor flowers have attracted numerous tourists. ...

Do you want to have some different thrills in the Year of the Snake?

Do you want to have some different thrills in the Year of the Snake? ...

Save the Spring Festival shopping hours of HZ in your favorites!

During the Spring Festival, shopping malls and supermarkets in Hangzhou have adjusted their business hours. Be sure to check their specific hours before planning your Spring Festival activities, and make the most of your annual leisure time! ...

Greet early arrival of plum blossoms at HZ Botanical Garden

Good news: the plum blossoms at Hangzhou Botanical Garden have bloomed! Compared to previous years, the plum blossoms are blooming a bit earlier this year. ...

This winter, Hangzhou Kerry Center brings you the enchanting Angels of Love experience

This winter, Hangzhou Kerry Center brings you the enchanting "Angels of Love" experience, in collaboration with the world-renowned James Glancy Design studio. Celebrate the season with festive magic, iconic light installations, and delightful surprises! ...

Savor osmanthus flowers, the scent of autumn

The temperature difference between day and night in Hangzhou gradually widened, which successfully awakens the osmanthus fragrans from the dormant state ...

HZ to issue meal voucher for 11 consecutive days

Good news! The new round of "Eat in Hangzhou" meal vouchers will soon be distributed. These vouchers will be available every day from 10:00 AM on December 20 to 10:00 AM on December 30. Here’s how to get them: ...

Experience culinary delight following latest Michelin Guide HZ!

On Apr 29, the “Michelin Guide Hangzhou 2024” was unveiled at a press conference, releasing its second edition of culinary accolades. ...

Ancient town Tonglu, the county of food

Ancient town Tonglu, the county of food. The delicious food and the beautiful scenery of Tonglu complement each other. Provincial intangible cultural heritage "Sixteen Huiqie", known as the "Manchu-Han Imperial Feast" of Tonglu. "Tongjiang fish banquet", "Tongjun tonic diet health preserv ...

Famous dishes in Binjiang

Binjiang "ten bowl head", in the past, Binjiang District used to be used for wedding banquet, birthday and birthday wine, even in the first month of the hospitality, etc., the table chicken, duck and fish dishes will reach ten bowls, commonly known as "ten bowls head", take the meaning of ...

Dining in Yuhang

Yuhang is located in the fertile Hangjiahu Plain, where the meandering Grand Canal nourishes a region of land. Good mountains and good water also bring abundant ingredients, such as bamboo shoots, honey pears, tea, river delicacies, wild vegetables, and rice, which have become frequent gue ...

Travel with your furry friends by train? Now it’s possible!

Want to travel with your furry friend but feel limited to self-driving? Now, they can join you on the high-speed train! ...

HZ Int'l Airport launches inter-terminal transfer services

Say goodbye to long waits and re-checks at Hangzhou International Airport! ...

Ride a free public bike without deposit in HZ

Have you heard of Hangzhou’s Xiaohongche, literally meaning “little red bike”? It is a public shared bike system that recently partnered with Alipay to make its services even more convenient for overseas users. ...

Expats wander through Yuhang's timeless charms

Yuhang district in Hangzhou, nestled within East China's Zhejiang province, beckons with its rich history and vibrant traditions. On April 7, an expat delegation embarked on an enriching journey in Yuhang, immersing themselves in the allure of its historical culture and intangible heritage. ...

Check-in deadline for int'l flights in HZ adjusted to 50 mins

The check-in time limit for international flights at Hangzhou Xiaoshan International Airport has been adjusted from 60 minutes prior to departure to 50 minutes, starting today. The check-in deadline for Chinese domestic flights remains unchanged at 40 minutes prior to departure. ...

Medical treatment in Binjiang

High-tech Zone (Binjiang) is rich in medical resources, not only has the Children's Hospital affiliated to Zhejiang University School of Medicine (Binjiang Hospital), the Second Hospital affiliated to Zhejiang University School of Medicine (Binjiang Hospital), Hangzhou Armed Police Hospita ...

Health institutions in Tonglu

There are 362 health institutions in Tonglu County, including 2 county-level health units, which are county Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (hanging  the brand of County Health Supervision Institute) and County pre-hospital Medical Emergency Command Center. There are 219 pu ...

Health in Yuhang

Yuhang has abundant medical resources such as the First Affiliated Hospital (Headquarters) of Zhejiang University School of Medicine, the Second People's Hospital of Yuhang District, and the Zhejiang Provincial Hospital of Traditional Chinese Medicine (Xixi Campus). In 2023, Yuhang vigorou ...

Medical Care in Xiaoshan

Xiaoshan District has abundant medical resources. In 2022, the "deepening the reform of county-level medical community and promoting the development of high-level county-level hospitals" was awarded with the provincial government's supervision incentive. The innovative exploration ...

Shangcheng District of Hangzhou is rich in medical resources

Shangcheng District of Hangzhou is rich in medical resources, with a total of 1023 medical institutions at all levels. Among them, there are 19 provincial and municipal public hospitals, 14 community health service centers, 109 community health service stations, 881 medical institutions of ...

Hangzhou expands instant tax refunds for foreign shoppers

Foreign tourists in Hangzhou can now enjoy the convenience of instant tax refunds without leaving the store, as China rolls out its Buy and Refund Instantly policy nationwide. ...

A Guide to Working and Living in China as Business Expatriates

To facilitate foreign business expatriates working and living in China, the Ministry of Commerce and the Ministry of Culture and Tourism, in collaboration with relevant government departments, have compiled A Guide to Working and Living in China as Business Expatriates (2025 Edition). ...

HZ offers instant tax refund services to overseas tourists

Recently, Cuban Carlos visited the Zhu Bingren Copper Shop at Hangzhou Tower to purchase a bronze ornament, intending to bring it home as a gift for his friend. After purchasing, he provided his passport information, along with his phone number and name, and quickly received a tax refund of more tha ...

Expats in HZ can make social security payments with phone

Hangzhou is leading the way in embracing digital innovation to make life easier for foreign residents, particularly when it comes to paying social security fees. With the "AI Hangzhou" platform, expats can now manage their social security payments right from their smartphones, making the process qui ...

You're welcome to borrow umbrellas for free at HZ metro stations

The shared umbrella service in Hangzhou metro has been officially launched since Aug 29. By scanning the code through Alipay or WeChat, you can easily borrow and return the shared-umbrellas. ...

I want to tour China by driving my own vehicle; what type of visa should I apply for?

You should apply for a L-visa for a special tour. A special tour includes: mountain climbing, self-driving, hiking, cycling, horse-riding, hot air balloon, or other expeditions. You need to provide a visa notification issued by China National Tourism Administration or the tourism administration o ...

Can I apply for a visa online?

For the time being, you cannot apply for a visa through the internet, however you can complete your application form online. ...

How do I extend the duration of stay of a Chinese visa?

Some types of visas may be extended. You may apply for extension of the duration of stay of your visa at a local public security authority at the county level and above before the expiration of your stay. Overstay will violate the law of China and will result in punishment. ...

Can a foreigner apply for Chinese nationality as a spouse of a Chinese citizen?

According to the Nationality Law of the People's Republic of China, foreign nationals or stateless persons who are willing to abide by China's constitution and laws and who meet one of the following conditions may be naturalized upon approval of their applications: (1) They are near relativ ...