The first impression of Hangzhou when I stepped out of the railway station was of its similarities with an Indian city. But Hangzhou is really far from it. The station seems a little bit chaotic at first especially when you compare it with the Shanghai or Nanjing railway stations. But it is really, an organised mess, the Chinese people seem to have done a great job of managing their people. We, my parents and I, stayed at the 'West Lake Youth Hostel'. Very friendly staff and a comfortable, conveniently located place to stay. It’s tucked in, between leafy wutong trees and really set the mood for our trip in Hangzhou. We reached by a morning train and hired cycles from the hostel. My parents very bravely, opting for a twin cycle! The twin cycle looks like ... read more