Hangzhou welcomes 3.8 million tourists during Mid-Autumn Festival

During the Mid-Autumn Festival holiday, Hangzhou's scenic spots welcomed 3.8 million visitors, according to data from the Hangzhou bureau of culture, radio, TV, and tourism.

Despite the impact of Typhoon Bebinca, clear skies returned quickly, and the city hosted a blend of traditional and modern celebrations, including moon-viewing and festive activities. Highlights included the limited-time return of the Moon Boat on West Lake and the lighting of the Rabbit Lantern at Ooeli, helping to brighten the proceedings.

Though typhoon-related precautions led to the temporary closure of 46 scenic spots and the cancellation or postponement of 25 outdoor events, indoor and online activities were unhindered. Cultural venues like the Southern Song Study in Qinghefang historic block saw large crowds, while traditional crafts, such as the making of sesame cakes, were demonstrated across the city.

Indoor attractions like Zhejiang Museum of Natural History and Hangzhou History Museum saw a 70-percent surge in visitors, while the Hangzhou Library hosted a variety of hybrid online-offline cultural activities.

Hangzhou remained a top destination for domestic tourists during the holiday, especially with the opening of the Hangzhou-Wenzhou high-speed railway.