Haining: brief description for tourists who wish to visit Haining
Haining, is located in the north of Zhejiang Province and the Southern part of Hangzhou-Jiaxing-Huzhou flatlands, facing the Qiantang River in the south and to the east of Hangzhou. It is 61.5 kilometers away from Haining to Hangzhou, the provincial capital of Zhejiang, and 125 kilometers to Shanghai.
Beause its splendid culture, prosperous economy, rich landscapes, Haining is reputed as "the land of fish and rice, the hometown of silk, and the city of leather". Haining has a long history with a splendid culture over 6000 years. In the city there are many places of historic interests and scenic beauties.
The world-famous Haining tides are called as a "marvellous spectacle in this world". The scenc is and "unparalleledc spectacle" as described by Su dongpo, the well-known poet in Song Dynasty. |
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