Shaoxing East Lake: A forgotten wonder of Jiangnan.

East Lake Scenic Area is like a forgotten pearl in the ancient city of Shaoxing, quietly exuding its unique charm. When you step into East Lake, the first thing you see is the calm and deep lake. The lake is like a huge mirror, reflecting the surrounding mountains, green trees, and pavilions. The sun shines on the lake, sparkling, as if countless fragments of gold are jumping. Walking along the lakeside path, the breeze gently brushes your cheeks, bringing a hint of coolness, and also bringing the faint, fresh breath of the lake, making people instantly forget the hustle and bustle of the world. The mountains of East Lake are masterpieces of nature. The steep cliffs reach into the sky, and the rocks on the cliffs are of various shapes. Some are like majestic eagles ready to fly, some are like old monks meditating, and some are like playful monkeys. These rocks have added a simple and vicissitudes of life under the baptism of the years. The vegetation on the mountain is lush, and there are different beautiful scenery in all seasons. In spring, the flowers are blooming, and the flowers all over the mountains seem to put on a colorful flower coat for East Lake; in summer, the trees are shaded, it is a good place to escape the heat, walking in it, as if in a natural air-conditioned room; in autumn, the maple leaves are like fire, and the ginkgo is golden, the brilliant colors are intoxicating; in winter, although it is less gorgeous, it is more peaceful and peaceful, and the occasional light snow will turn East Lake into a silver-wrapped fairy tale world. The bridges of East Lake are also unique. The ancient bridge spans the lake, and the bricks and stones of the bridge body have some traces of the years, but they are still as strong as ever. The bridge railings are carved with exquisite patterns, auspicious patterns of dragons and phoenixes, and elegant images of plum, orchid, bamboo and chrysanthemum. Walking on the bridge, looking down at the slowly flowing lake under the bridge, it seems to hear the sound of the wheels of history passing by. The bridge connects the two banks of the lake and also connects the past and the present, allowing people to feel the precipitation of the years while walking. East Lake also has a unique awning boat. Sitting on the awning boat, the boatman gently shakes the oars, and the awning boat slowly moves on the lake. The oars cut through the water and make a slight sound, as if playing a melodious tune of the Jiangnan water town. Looking from the boat, you can see the houses on the shore, with white walls and black tiles, and the smoke curling up. Occasionally, you can hear the laughter from the house, which is the sound of life, simple and happy. The awning boat shuttles between the caves, the caves are deep and mysterious, as if leading to another world. When the boat comes out of the cave, the eyes suddenly open up, and the feeling of another village in the dark is surprising. In East Lake, you can also feel the strong cultural heritage. This was once a place where literati lingered. They chanted poems and painted here, leaving many masterpieces. Walking in it, it seems to see the figures of those talented men and women, and hear their voices of singing and chanting poems. This cultural inheritance, like the lake water of East Lake, is endless, nourishing this land, and also nourishing the hearts of every tourist who comes here. The East Lake Scenic Area in Shaoxing is not just a tourist attraction, but also a place where people can rest their minds. Here, you can stay away from the hustle and bustle of the city, return to the embrace of nature, and feel the unique charm of the Jiangnan water town.