Five must-visit lakes in Zhejiang

Nanbei Lake

Nanbei Lake [Photo/nanbeihu.com.cn]

Some 80 kilometers east of Hangzhou, Nanbei Lake in Haiyan county offers visitors a tranquil spot away from the frenzy of West Lake and other popular tourist spots. Though smaller than West Lake, it too was originally a lagoon adjoining the Qiantang River. The environs contain a collection of gardens, bridges and pavilions scattered around the lake.

Address: Nanbei Lake scenic area, Haiyan county, Jiaxing

Admission fee: 80 yuan per person

Dongqian Lake

Dongqian Lake [Photo/chinadaily.com.cn]

Surrounded by green mountains, Dongqian Lake is a glittering pearl in the south-east suburbs of Ningbo. It is the largest freshwater lake in the province and has been dredged and renovated by several dynasties.

Address: Dongqianhu town, Yinzhou district, Ningbo

Admission fee: Free