Xihu District is blessed with unrivaled scenery. One can take a slow boat in the Xixi Wetland, stroll along its tranquil pathways, fish in ponds, access lotus flowers, and get amazed at how poetic urban life can be. Outdoor enthusiasts may hike along the 120-kilometer trail, or less challenging but no less spectacular routes, at the massive Xishan National Forest Park, known as “the lung of Hangzhou.” Kids can enjoy flowers, fruits, and rice paddy fields at Lanli, an eco-farm even with camp sessions to get first-hand agricultural experience. For those who hang out with families or friends, Lingshan Scenic Area, with soothing lake views and bewitching caves, is ideal for sightseeing, vocation, and artistic creation.