Queen’s Park

Venturing into the back streets and through the lakeside labyrinth that blends into the Huancheng West Road and Wulin Road in downtown Hangzhou proper can also bea surprisingly rewarding experience.The Southern Song Imperial Street and the two historical streets（Gaoyin and Hefang）in the Wushan Square neighborhood are worth exploring if you are on the hunt for a bite of the more authentic flavors of Hangzhou.

The good old days of Wulin Road and its veins，reputed to be Hangzhou’s“holy land”of women’s fashion，have long gone，but shoppers with the time and patience to weed through the detritus can still walk away with their arms full of incredible items.The sheer breadth and variety of adorable，fun，sexy，and funky styles of apparel that merge quality，style，and value are worth the visit.Also，check out the jewelry，flashy hair accessories，and other quotidian accoutrements.There are also a few China-wide chains on the street in addition to the independent shops.

On the other side of the road，one can find the chic Queen’s Park complex to unwind.

The homey dcor of this adorable complex is home to a fine collection of cafes and restaurants and ensures signature Jiangnan-style comfort and elegance，making the venues here perfect for private functions and business parties alike.

Tucked away on the third floor of the complex’s centerpiece，Long Tang Li-a household-name chain rivaling popular eateries like Grandma’s Kitchen and Green Tea-works hard to blend modernity with local tradition，offering a host of innovative Hangzhou favorites and Sichuan/Hunan specialties，all of which are elegantly presented.The restaurant’s culinary innovation can be savored in its signature Crazy Vegetable，a refreshing appetizer that delights all senses.The centerpiece of Queen’s Park also includes a boutique hotel.

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