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West Lake (Chinese: 西湖 Xī Hú) is a freshwater lake in Hangzhou the capital of Zhejiang province in eastern China. It is divided into five sections by three causeways. There are numerous temples pagodas gardens and artificial islands within the lake.West Lake has influenced poets and painters throughout China’s history for its natural beauty and historic relics and it has also been among the most important sources of inspiration for Chinese garden designers.

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World Heritage Site

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