Hupao Spring
Hupao Spring
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Ralpo Stankic
Hangzhou, China460 contributions
Feb 2018
Very easy to reach the place by taxi, didi or public transport. There is a bus dropping just in front of the entrance. It is a nice place for hiking and drinking tea boiled with the spring water. I suggest black or red tea more than green tea. Bring plenty of snack food and drinks along the way if you decide to hike. Nice activity for family with young children
Written August 3, 2018
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Maikhanh N
57 contributions
Jul 2015 • Friends
The first time I came here with a friend, we had planned it to be an hour or so walk around a relaxing park...what we didn't realize was that if you took a turn up one of the path of stairs (surrounded by bamboo trees) after the sculpture of "Dreaming of the Tiger Spring," it would become a completely different adventure. That morning, we ended up hiking up a mountain. That first time in June, the weather was much cooler because it was overcast (and about to rain). However, that meant that we didn't see parts of the city skyline when we reached the top. In July, I went on a rather sunny day so the view was gorgeous...however, the trek was much hotter and more humid.
What truly amazed me though, was the path coming down. We decided to explore a different route which consisted of a more paved stairway that ended up leading us right into a perfect view of the Longjing Tea fields. When I took friends to come here again the second time; finding this path was actually more difficult the second time around when I had to search for the path rather than stumble on it.
If you have a morning to spare, I would recommend checking it out. I attached a map of my route into one of the pictures in case anyone is curious. The red star on Hupao Road is the entrance of the park. Simply follow the gray trail west until you reach the next red star (there is a split in the path so you can pick either trails), which markss the top of the mountain. From there, you can hike until you meet the intersection point between three different paths; all of them will eventually take you back on a road...there is a physical map at that location which will provide you with more information. Good luck!
What truly amazed me though, was the path coming down. We decided to explore a different route which consisted of a more paved stairway that ended up leading us right into a perfect view of the Longjing Tea fields. When I took friends to come here again the second time; finding this path was actually more difficult the second time around when I had to search for the path rather than stumble on it.
If you have a morning to spare, I would recommend checking it out. I attached a map of my route into one of the pictures in case anyone is curious. The red star on Hupao Road is the entrance of the park. Simply follow the gray trail west until you reach the next red star (there is a split in the path so you can pick either trails), which markss the top of the mountain. From there, you can hike until you meet the intersection point between three different paths; all of them will eventually take you back on a road...there is a physical map at that location which will provide you with more information. Good luck!
Written October 21, 2015
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Anna J
Bratislava, Slovakia50 contributions
Oct 2015 • Couples
Hubao Spring is located in a small park with a few small lakes, a teahouse and chinese pavillions. The area is really nice, there arre beautiful sceneries a bamboo forest and a pavilion with stone carvings of arhats. Nice thing was, that there weren´t many people. The spring itself is just a small lake with weird modern tiger statue, so that was a bit of disappointment. The most beautiful thing is the green road, which leads from the bus stop to the entrance. It´s worth visiting only if you are staying in Hangzhou for longer time or you are in the area. The best way to get there is by the bus number 4. But beware, there are two buses number 4, one goes to the Hubao, but the other makes just a round near the westlake.
Written October 22, 2015
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autumncs
Singapore, Singapore843 contributions
Aug 2016
Situated between the West Lake and the Six Harmonies Pagoda is the interesting Hupao (Tiger Running) Spring. The spring is situated in a beautiful park, which houses a sprawling buddhist temple compound. From the park entrance, it's an uphill climb to the temple and the source of the spring. There is a stream running parallel to the main path, and its water coming from the spring at the top. On hot summer days it's common to see tourists dipping towels into the stream and cooling themselves.
On the left of the path, before the main temple complex, is a tap where you can collect the famed spring water, which is said to be the best water for brewing Longjin tea. The spring is ranked the 3rd best in China and it contains minerals which have health benefits. To me, the water tastes like typical mineral water.
The temple compound houses several galleries showcasing the history and scientific data of the spring, as well as the history of the temple and its resident monks. (Most exhibits are in Chinese only.) There are also several tea-houses where you can taste Longjin tea brewed with Hupao spring water for 50 yuan. Tucked in one corner of the compound is a shrine to Ji-gong, a Buddhist monk in the Song Dynasty, known for his wild and eccentric behaviour. Ji-gong is considered to be a folk hero in China because of his fights against corruption and injustice, and many TV serials and movies have been made about him.
(Tip: You can enter the park with Hangzhou-tong, a transport card used for Hangzhou's metro and buses. The admission fee paid by Hangzhou-tong is 10% cheaper than the standard admission, and you can bypass the ticket office queue and directly proceed to the entrance to tap your card.)
On the left of the path, before the main temple complex, is a tap where you can collect the famed spring water, which is said to be the best water for brewing Longjin tea. The spring is ranked the 3rd best in China and it contains minerals which have health benefits. To me, the water tastes like typical mineral water.
The temple compound houses several galleries showcasing the history and scientific data of the spring, as well as the history of the temple and its resident monks. (Most exhibits are in Chinese only.) There are also several tea-houses where you can taste Longjin tea brewed with Hupao spring water for 50 yuan. Tucked in one corner of the compound is a shrine to Ji-gong, a Buddhist monk in the Song Dynasty, known for his wild and eccentric behaviour. Ji-gong is considered to be a folk hero in China because of his fights against corruption and injustice, and many TV serials and movies have been made about him.
(Tip: You can enter the park with Hangzhou-tong, a transport card used for Hangzhou's metro and buses. The admission fee paid by Hangzhou-tong is 10% cheaper than the standard admission, and you can bypass the ticket office queue and directly proceed to the entrance to tap your card.)
Written August 28, 2016
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the_changs
Singapore, Singapore106 contributions
Mar 2016 • Solo
This is the place where the spring water is said to bring out the best taste of the famed Longjing Tea. I see people bringing huge containers to collect the spring water for daily consumption. If you love peace and quiet, this is a great place to visit on a weekday or early in the morning
Written March 31, 2016
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Ikeb24
Bradford, UK11 contributions
Jun 2014
Walk into a beautiful wood land, decorated with cheap plastic birds.
Then walk on to the sun and moon pool, which do look beautiful, but why is the water a chemical blue colour?
Up to tiger spring, Most of the small spring is covered by a giant plastic tiger!!
Then to the statue of the dreaming tigers constructed in 1983, this was quite impressive but overall not the ancient and natural environment we were expecting!
The whole ground is quite small and filled with numerous restaurants
Then walk on to the sun and moon pool, which do look beautiful, but why is the water a chemical blue colour?
Up to tiger spring, Most of the small spring is covered by a giant plastic tiger!!
Then to the statue of the dreaming tigers constructed in 1983, this was quite impressive but overall not the ancient and natural environment we were expecting!
The whole ground is quite small and filled with numerous restaurants
Written June 23, 2014
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SYX2016
Singapore78 contributions
Oct 2018 • Solo
Quiet, Less touristy attraction. This is next to Hangzhou Zoo so if you're visiting the zoo, you can drop by this place too. Admission Ticket is 15yuan. The man selling the ticket isn't very friendly though, I'm a foreigner so I only had cash and when I told him I only have cash, he actually sighed. What can an international tourist do when wechat pay and alipay isn't available for them? The entrance to Hupao Spring is lush, fresh and cooling with greenery. It is a nice visit but I wasn't sure if I visited the main tiger site since I was confused with the directory.
Written May 6, 2019
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Shane H
Narre Warren, Australia408 contributions
Jun 2016
Its a bit of a hike up the hill but well worth it. Get a taxi there and ask them to come back in 2 hours. Locals are there in droves filling up water containers to make their tea from these precious waters. Try tea at the tea houses at the top in the temple. Some are outrageously priced so choose carefully. Check out the restaurant. I did not eat there but take a tour of the venue. The furnishings are wonderful.
Written October 23, 2016
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ZhongguoKM
Kunming, China6,241 contributions
Mar 2014 • Solo
This is where that legendary water comes from which can enhance a glass of Xihu Longjing 西湖龙井茶 and bring out its most subtle and stunning qualities. I've drunk it here and I've drunk it in Longjing Village up on the mountain. Exceedingly worthwhile if you are into green tea.
The scenery is pretty, as is the small waterfall. But the thing that's really special here is the water.
The scenery is pretty, as is the small waterfall. But the thing that's really special here is the water.
Written April 1, 2014
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Manoj K
Palakkad, India34 contributions
Jul 2012 • Couples
The place is easy to access and green all over. The water from spring is really clean and taste great. Yes i Tried water.. It is considered one of the best and cleanest water spring in china. Dont for get to check out the Sitting Buddha
Written May 7, 2013
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２頭の虎の彫像があり、近くに湧き水をポリタンクで泉水を注ぐ人が長蛇の列とのじあがありますが、泉水はそのまま飲めるのでしょうか？
Written September 10, 2019
わたしは持参のペットボトルに入れ飲みました。子どもも飲みました。全く問題なかったどころか、美味しかったです。
Written October 7, 2019
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