[2025 Hangzhou Attraction] Travel Guide for North Peak (Updated Jan)

Hangzhou is a picturesque city with no towering mountains to look up to, but if you want to go hiking, Beigao Peak in the West Lake Scenic Area is definitely a great choice. In early December, I set my first hiking destination here and walked step by step along the Xishan Trail to the top of the mountain. Speaking of hiking, I have climbed Zijin Mountain before, which is indeed quite high. Beigao Peak is not as high, but it is not easy to climb, and I think it is as difficult as Zijin Mountain. I finally reached the top of the mountain after 45 minutes of hard work. The view from the top of the mountain is so beautiful and open that it makes you feel relaxed and happy. But the wind is a bit strong and cold. The First God of Wealth Temple on the top of the mountain is ancient and seems to tell a thousand-year-old story. What surprised me most was that I saw a blood moon on the top of the mountain, and the red moon was really special. When I went down the mountain, most tourists chose to take the cable car for convenience. I wanted to experience the fun of hiking, but I accidentally sprained my foot. Well, this is a little episode of this hiking trip. But then again, life is like this, with ups and downs, surprises and joys, which is what makes it exciting!

Majiawu Observation Deck, also known as Nafuyun Observation Deck, is a popular observation deck in Hangzhou. It is located 420 meters south of the intersection of Taoling Road and Xishan Trail in Xihu District, Hangzhou, Zhejiang Province, near the Lingxi Tunnel. From Majiawu Village, you can take the wooden steps, about 1,000 steps, which takes about 40 minutes to climb. The mountain road is relatively gentle, making it friendly for hiking beginners, the elderly, and children. There are also several rest stops along the way. The observation deck offers a 270-degree view of the city, including Beigao Peak, Future Sci-Tech City, Xixi Wetland, West Lake Cultural Square, West Lake, Qianjiang New City, and Qianjiang Century City. Visitors can enjoy the bustling cityscape, such as skyscrapers and busy streets, as well as the tranquility and beauty of natural landscapes such as West Lake and Xixi Wetland. It is a perfect blend of nature and city, offering a unique visual experience. Transportation: Self-driving: Navigate to "Taoyuanwu Fund Town Parking Lot" and climb the mountain from Taoyuanwu. Parking is convenient and the scenery is good. It takes about 30-45 minutes to reach the observation deck. If you climb the mountain from Majiawu Village, parking is difficult and the whole journey is artificial steps with monotonous scenery. Bus: Take bus No. 12, No. 180, West Lake Metro Shuttle Line 3, or Xixi Road Parking Lot Shuttle Line to "Majiawu (Stop on Request)". Opening hours: Open all day Ticket information: No ticket required Best time to visit: Spring and autumn are the best times to visit Majiawu Observation Deck, as the weather is pleasant and the scenery is picturesque. Notes: 1. There are no street lights on the boardwalk of the observation deck, so it is recommended to return the same way before dark. 2. For a better view, it is best to visit on a sunny day with high visibility. 3. There are no supply stations on the mountain, so it is recommended to bring your own drinking water and snacks. 4. There are many wooden steps on the mountain, so be careful when going down. The reflective strips on the steps may affect your vision, so be sure to distinguish the steps carefully.

Taoguang Temple is located within the Lingyin Feilai Peak scenic area in Hangzhou. Walk past Yongfu Temple and hike up the mountain for about 20 minutes from Lingyin Temple. Ticket price: The entrance fee for the Lingyin Feilai Peak scenic area is 45 yuan, and there is no additional charge for Taoguang Temple. Taoguang Temple is a prominent ancient temple from the Tang Dynasty within the Lingyin scenic area. It was built by the well-known Sichuan poet-monk Taoguang during the Tang Dynasty. The temple has always been famous for worshipping Buddha, viewing mountains, and viewing the sea. The temple's gate is quite unique, with white walls and gray arches, embodying the charm of Jiangnan architecture. After entering the gate, there are the Mahavira Hall, Mani Hall, Golden Lotus Pond, a mountain spring, Guanhai Tower, Taoguang Ancestral Hall, and behind the building, there is also a statue of Lv Dongbin, blending Buddhism and Taoism, which is very special. Occasionally, people come to the temple to burn incense, and the ancient chants of Zen are very quiet and peaceful. Taoguang Temple has become a place where many people seek health, especially the locals. It is said that those who wish for good health will come to Taoguang Temple. Leaving Taoguang Temple, you exit the Lingyin scenic area. Follow the steps to climb Beigaofeng. When you reach Beigaofeng, be sure to visit the Mao Zedong Poetry Stele Pavilion, from where you can overlook West Lake and Hangzhou city.

Hello, buddies! 👋 This is the first dispatch from my non-stop travel diary✈️—Exploring the world's number one Wealth God Temple! 😎 Haha, I feel like I've transformed into a little Wealth God myself💰. But hey, just a heads up, if you want to avoid becoming a mountaineer, you better ask for directions to the cable car at Beigao Peak first! Otherwise, get ready to embrace an unexpected leg strength training session, those stairs, oh my, they really are a tough 'twist and squeeze'🥵. Remember, don't go via Faxi Temple, or your legs won't make it! Keep the cable car fare in mind: going up is 30, coming down is cheaper, just 20 bucks!⛰️ Once you're up the mountain, 🔔 ring the bell for blessings, oh boy, the caring little Wealth God charges 30 for a splurge! The wishing ribbon is no exception, also a neat thirty. But everyone, pay attention, no need to pay for the ticket in advance, just scan the code there, and you're in for 8 yuan!🎟️ Tell me, don't buy incense at the entrance, don't want to waste money on that! Inside, they have it, priced with sentiment, 30 seen again! Then don't forget to draw a fortune stick, see what your financial future holds, no need to interpret, Baidu understands in a second, thirty you deserve to have!💸 Have your bills ready, tens, twenties, hundreds, it's up to you how much you want to put in the Wealth God box, just follow your heart.🙏 After paying respects, you can stroll around Beigao Peak's Wealth Connection Pavilion, lots of goods, people-friendly prices, there are items for 28, and 39 is not rare—of course, if you want to splurge, there are expensive options too.💎 On the way down, the cable car is worth having. For those who don't like walking, there's an electric car waiting for you at the bottom! The price is super nice, just 10 yuan to the subway station for the two of us🛵 (negotiating the price is also a topic to talk about). Convenient and fast, smooth all the way～just that kind of slick. Overall, I feel it's pretty awesome👍. Gotta make another trip for fulfilling my vow next time～But for those who drive, I wouldn't really recommend it, that traffic jam, oh boy.😤 Anyway, a wonderful journey, well worth a try!🎉

Weekends are, of course, for breathing some fresh air. Beigaofeng is located in the northwest mountains of West Lake, with an altitude of 313.7 meters. It is often mistaken as the highest peak in Hangzhou's urban area due to its relatively greater height among the surrounding peaks of West Lake. It boasts numerous cultural relics, and Mao Zedong has climbed Beigaofeng three times. There are four routes to climb Beigaofeng, namely from the directions of Old He Yunqi, Lingyin, Shang Tianzhu, and Fahua Temple. It is not recommended for beginners to take the Old He Yunqi and Shang Tianzhu routes as they are quite long. We climbed from the Lingyin direction. The route is about 1 kilometer long and takes about 1 hour. The climbing path is relatively gentle and suitable for most people who take the bus to the mountain. However, it is not recommended for those who drive due to traffic restrictions and high parking fees. At the very top of Beigaofeng, there is a temple called Lingshun Temple, also known as the God of Wealth Temple, which requires an admission ticket. There are really a lot of people coming here to worship the God of Wealth on weekends. tips: During the climb, pay attention to safety, and take sun protection and warming measures. Remember to bring a bottle of water~

Lantern Festival coincides with the weekend holiday, just in time to take advantage of the sunny weather to visit Beigaofeng - the Number One Wealth God Temple - to pray for a smooth and prosperous new year Unexpectedly, on the way up the mountain, we encountered the rare and spectacular rime of Hangzhou Our route started from the foot of Laodongyue, passing through Dongyue Temple and Fahua Temple, ascending to the Number One Wealth God Temple, as this path is on the north side of Beigaofeng, where there is less sunlight Additionally, due to the lower temperatures in Hangzhou these past days, the trees on the mountain have all experienced varying degrees of frost rime, which is incredibly beautiful It is also the peak blooming period for Hangzhou's plum blossoms, with red plum blossoms🌸 and wax plum blossoms🌸 interspersed, the clear and crisp ice hanging, enveloping the blooming plum blossoms, truly has a unique charm From the mountaintop, overlooking the entire West Lake·Hangzhou West Lake Scenic Area, the misty water vapor makes it seem like a fairyland

The beauty‼️ The snow🌨️ day of Beigao Peak is like a fairyland. The snow day that southerners can encounter but not seek, can make the children happy. During the time of drinking water, I was wondering about the light of the sky, but it was bright, and I slightly opened the curtain and the sky was still snowing, and it was bright outside. Look at the time, it’s only five o’clock🕔, what else to sleep, hurry up to the scenic spot. I am from the ticket office of Beigao Peak Cableway, the location can be directly to this location. Along the tea garden, you can see the cableway cable, and at the end, go up the steps at the foot of Beigao Peak on the right. On weekdays, I just climb the mountain and I can reach the Beigao Peak viewing platform in about twenty minutes. Pass through one by one snow-decorated trees to form a round arch 'tree hole'. While watching the scenery and taking pictures, stop and move forward. Along the way, I heard the joyful voices of people who enjoyed the snow, and I came up unconsciously. It's so beautiful ‼️ Absolutely. Standing on the viewing platform, you can see the West Lake, faintly, and the West Lake is unobstructed in clear weather. So take a sip of hot water and continue to move forward. When you reach the top of Beigao Peak, you can continue to enjoy the snow scene. It’s over so soon, it doesn’t exist. Passing through the God of Wealth Temple, there are many branches, such as Lingyin Temple, Taoguang Temple, etc., leading to different directions, I decided to go down the mountain to Faxi Temple a little further away. Climbing mountains, wearing comfortable shoes is very important, especially when it snows, when it melts, the steps and road surface are wet and slippery.

Hangzhou life outside of travel will have poetry and distance. Leaves Recommend my favorite hiking line, Fahua Temple - North Peak - Lingyin - Shilitun - Jiuxi, to the highest point overlooking Hangzhou City, enjoy the best air and scenery. Weekend out of the air-conditioned room for a sweaty Pack up your troubles in your old kit bag~Happy weekend