Mao Jia Bu is a recently developed scenic spot located near Yang Gong Di. Except for holidays, it is not crowded with tourists on ordinary days. The area is named after the thatched grass that covered the village’s dock during the Ming and Qing dynasties, giving it a wild and rustic charm. It is also the starting point of the well-known ‘Pilgrimage Path’, a necessary route for Hangzhou’s incense burners to travel from the city to Tianzhu for worship. Agri-tourism and wetlands are the key features of Mao Jia Bu. The century-old Pilgrimage Path connects West Lake with the surrounding villages, making it an ideal place for tourists to explore history and tranquility. Mao Jia Bu is divided into upper and lower parts, separated by Longjing Road. The upper part, west of Longjing Road, is where most dining and tea-drinking places are concentrated. The former residence of Du Jinsheng, located in the lower part, is also worth a visit. A closer-to-nature activity here is birdwatching along the water’s edge. The southern shore of Mao Jia Bu is sparsely populated, with dense reed beds where migratory birds like to nest during winter. High-powered binoculars and telephoto lenses are great tools for birdwatching. The area is open all year round and accessible 24/7.
Mao Jia Bu Scenic Area
Mao Jia Bu is a recently developed scenic spot located near Yang Gong Di. Except for holidays, it is[...]
