Jiangnan Tourism Golden Link: Zhejiang Online

Author: Xu Feng
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Publish Date: 2004-06-01
Features: Zhejiang, the abbreviation for which is Zhe, is located on the coast of the East China Sea. During the Spring and Autumn Period, it was part of the Yue Kingdom; in the Warring States Period, it belonged to Chu; in the Qin Dynasty, it was part of the Kuaiji Commandery; in the Han Dynasty, it was part of Yangzhou; and during the Three Kingdoms Period, it was part of Wu. In the Tang Dynasty, Zhejiang East and West Routes were established, marking the first use of the name "Zhejiang." The coast of Zhejiang has over 2,000 islands, making it the province with the most islands in China. The region is rich in mountains and hills, with the saying "seven parts of mountains, one part of water, and two parts of farmland." The natural scenery and cultural landscapes of Zhejiang complement each other, showcasing distinctive features, which can be summarized as "green mountains and clear waters, silk capital villages, calligraphy sage and Buddhist countries, and a land of cultural relics." Zhejiang has distinct four seasons and a warm climate, with numerous attractions offering different charms throughout the year.