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Please note that the content of this book primarily consists of articles available from Wikivoyage or other free sources online. Zhejiang may be one of China s smallest provinces but it s hardly insignificant. For centuries it s been a prosperous culture centre, home to some of China s most influential thinkers, politicians and artists. Today Zhejiang is a thriving commercial hub, with tourism as its number one draw. Its rich history and natural beauty offer something for every taste, whether you re into biking, ceramic making, or just lounging on the beach. The province can be divided into two parts: the Yangzi River delta area north of Hángzh u, a region of green rolling hills, tea plantations and twisting rivers, and the mountainous area to the south that borders the rugged terrain of Fújiàn. Zhejiang s best-known sites are in the north. Hángzh u, the capital, is home to idyllic West Lake, which Marco Polo once compared to paradise. The city is also famous for its tea and has long been a centre of silk production. This book offers Zhejiang and its most notable places.

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