Jiuxi smoke tree
Jiuxi smoke tree is a scenic area in Hangzhou, China.
Visitor information
- Also known as
- 九溪烟树
- City
- Hangzhou
- Time needed
- 3–4 hours
- Coordinates
- 30.2046172, 120.1085446
About Jiuxi smoke tree
Jiuxi Smoke Tree is one of the ten new scenic spots of West Lake in Hangzhou. It is located under the Jiguan Ridge on the west side of the West Lake. It is composed of two major water systems, Jiuxi and Shibajian. It originates from the Lion Peak of Longjing and Yangmeiling of Wengjiashan. It joins the water of Jiuwu along the way to form a 7-kilometer stream, which finally flows into the Qiantang River. The scenic spot is famous for its landscape of intertwined streams, verdant tea gardens, and "smoky trees" shrouded in clouds. Yu Yue in the Qing Dynasty described its landforms as "overlapping mountains and winding roads". Li Siguang once discovered the remains of Quaternary glaciers here. This landscape took shape in the Southern Song Dynasty, and many literati in the Ming and Qing Dynasties wrote about it.
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Frequently asked questions
How long do you need to visit Jiuxi smoke tree?
Plan about 3–4 hours for Jiuxi smoke tree, including walking and photo stops.
How do I visit Jiuxi smoke tree with a local guide?
Open the Hangzhou page on MeetPanda, choose a local guide, and send your date. The guide buys tickets, plans the order with nearby sights and explains what you are seeing.