{"id":42841,"date":"2026-01-04T14:56:00","date_gmt":"2026-01-04T07:56:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/thaipropertynews.com\/feeds\/?p=42841"},"modified":"2026-01-04T14:56:00","modified_gmt":"2026-01-04T07:56:00","slug":"to-see-5000-years-of-china-visit-hangzhou-a-global-welcome-awaits-2","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/thaipropertynews.com\/feeds\/?p=42841","title":{"rendered":"To See 5,000 Years of China: Visit Hangzhou — A Global Welcome Awaits"},"content":{"rendered":"

HANGZHOU, China<\/span><\/span>, Jan. 4, 2026<\/span><\/span> \/PRNewswire\/ — Known for centuries as “heaven on earth” in Chinese lore,\u00a0Hangzhou stands as a living window into China’s<\/span> profound civilization spanning over five millennia. Today,\u00a0Hangzhou Municipal Bureau of Culture, Radio, Television and Tourism\u00a0invites global visitors to explore its unparalleled heritage and modern hospitality.<\/p>\n

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To See 5,000 Years of China: Visit Hangzhou \u2014 A Global Welcome Awaits<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n

To enhance the shopping experience for international guests, Hangzhou<\/span> has fully implemented and optimized its\u00a0“Tax Refund for Tourists” (TRT) policy<\/b>. Eligible overseas tourists can receive a refund on the Value-Added Tax (VAT) included in their purchases from designated tax-refund shops upon departure. This policy underscores Hangzhou’s<\/span> commitment to building an international consumption hub and providing a tourist-friendly environment.<\/p>\n

The heart of Hangzhou’s<\/span> appeal lies in its\u00a0Three World Heritage Sites<\/b>, each representing a pivotal chapter in Chinese history and culture.\u00a0West Lake Cultural Landscape<\/b>, epitomized by the “Ten Scenes of West Lake,” is a masterpiece of classical Chinese aesthetics, reflecting a harmonious blend between humans and nature over a millennium.\u00a0The Grand Canal (Hangzhou Section)<\/b>, part of the world’s longest and oldest artificial waterway, whispers tales of ancient economic vitality, where historic blocks now seamlessly merge with modern city life.\u00a0The Archaeological Ruins of Liangzhu City<\/b>\u00a0push the credible history of Chinese civilization back over 5,000 years. Its monumental city structure, sophisticated water management system, and exquisite jade artifacts offer tangible proof of China’s<\/span> ancient origins, earning it the title “The First City of China.”<\/p>\n

From the Neolithic jade relics of Liangzhu, to the poetic West Lake, and the enduring Grand Canal, Hangzhou<\/span> beautifully connects the glorious threads of Chinese civilization. Now, as a dynamic fusion of ancient charm and contemporary innovation, the city extends a warm invitation to the world. Through international services like the convenient TRT policy, visitors are welcomed to personally discover why to see 5,000 years of China<\/span>, one must look to Hangzhou<\/span>.<\/p>\n

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HANGZHOU, China<\/span><\/span>, Jan. 4, 2026<\/span><\/span> \/PRNewswire\/ — Known for centuries as “heaven on earth” in Chinese lore,\u00a0Hangzhou stands as a living window into China’s<\/span> profound civilization spanning over five millennia. Today,\u00a0Hangzhou Municipal Bureau of Culture, Radio, Television and Tourism\u00a0invites global visitors to explore its unparalleled heritage and modern hospitality.<\/p>\n

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\"To<\/a>
To See 5,000 Years of China: Visit Hangzhou \u2014 A Global Welcome Awaits<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n

To enhance the shopping experience for international guests, Hangzhou<\/span> has fully implemented and optimized its\u00a0“Tax Refund for Tourists” (TRT) policy<\/b>. Eligible overseas tourists can receive a refund on the Value-Added Tax (VAT) included in their purchases from designated tax-refund shops upon departure. This policy underscores Hangzhou’s<\/span> commitment to building an international consumption hub and providing a tourist-friendly environment.<\/p>\n

The heart of Hangzhou’s<\/span> appeal lies in its\u00a0Three World Heritage Sites<\/b>, each representing a pivotal chapter in Chinese history and culture.\u00a0West Lake Cultural Landscape<\/b>, epitomized by the “Ten Scenes of West Lake,” is a masterpiece of classical Chinese aesthetics, reflecting a harmonious blend between humans and nature over a millennium.\u00a0The Grand Canal (Hangzhou Section)<\/b>, part of the world’s longest and oldest artificial waterway, whispers tales of ancient economic vitality, where historic blocks now seamlessly merge with modern city life.\u00a0The Archaeological Ruins of Liangzhu City<\/b>\u00a0push the credible history of Chinese civilization back over 5,000 years. Its monumental city structure, sophisticated water management system, and exquisite jade artifacts offer tangible proof of China’s<\/span> ancient origins, earning it the title “The First City of China.”<\/p>\n

From the Neolithic jade relics of Liangzhu, to the poetic West Lake, and the enduring Grand Canal, Hangzhou<\/span> beautifully connects the glorious threads of Chinese civilization. Now, as a dynamic fusion of ancient charm and contemporary innovation, the city extends a warm invitation to the world. Through international services like the convenient TRT policy, visitors are welcomed to personally discover why to see 5,000 years of China<\/span>, one must look to Hangzhou<\/span>.<\/p>\n

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