Cultural appreciation

Day 3: Liangzhu Ancient City Ruins Park — Liangzhu Museum — Hangzhou branch of the China National Archives of Publications and Culture

Dating back to between 5,300 and 4,300 years ago, the Archaeological Ruins of Liangzhu City are famed for its exquisite jade artifacts and magnificent water conservation system. It is the legacy of a regional theocratic state and rice-growing culture, and is considered a key milestone in the development of early Chinese civilization.

At Liangzhu Ancient City Ruins Park, it is recommended to take the three-hour sightseeing bus tour, during which you will be able to enjoy many scenic spots.

The Liangzhu Museum specializes in collecting and displaying relics of the neolithic civilization and the study of Liangzhu Culture.

Located not far from the Archaeological Ruins of Liangzhu City, the Hangzhou branch of the China National Archives of Publications and Culture is home to China's bibliographical resources — a must-visit for history lovers.