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West Lake: My May Day Debrief

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    Madeline Hermann III
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    Sure, let me share my "adventure" at the West Lake which I believe everyone has something to say about.

    1. Several years ago, I visited the West Lake for the first time and mainly explored the Broken Bridge and White Dyke.

      • (For those abroad: The Broken Bridge and White Dyke are quite popular attractions by the West Lake!)
      • I am someone whose nose is sensitive to smells, and back then, I really noticed a strong smell of lavatory emanating from a particular stretch of road, though the view was undoubtedly spectacular despite this.
    2. This year, during the Labor Day holiday season (which is an important public holiday in China, so prepare yourself for crowds!), I arrived in Hangzhou again. As it just served as a stopover for me, I decided to behold the West Lake from another perspective.

      • So, I hiked up to Toad Peak. This peak provides a splendid overlook of the entire West Lake from above.
    3. However, the climax of my "ordeal" happened on my descent from Toad Peak towards Beishan Street (probably referred to as "Bei Street", a renowned street bordering the West Lake)!

    4. Let me tell you, I was almost driven to extreme frustration by those damnable French Plane Trees that lined the streets!

      • These trees drop a great number of fluffy seeds, which resembled feathers swirling down like heavy snowfall, never-endingly.
      • People on the streets were sneezing continuously, and little children constantly rubbed their eyes.
      • I myself was a major victim! Both of my eyes started watering due to these seeds, making it hard for me to see the path, never letting go of paper tissues all the way.

    ⚠️ Travel Alert & Important Tips:

    • Beware of “plane tree snow”!
      • If you plan a trip to around Hangzhou during spring, particularly between April and May, aim to avoid walking beside the French Plane Trees. They release a huge amount of fluff or seeds which can irritate your respiratory system and eyes.
      • How do you deal with this issue?
        • Wear a mask to cover your mouth and nose to reduce inhalation.
        • Use glasses or sunglasses to protect your eyes.
        • Try to avoid these tree-lined paths if you have allergies, or if your eyes or nose are sensitive, and make sure to take appropriate protective measures.

    #Hangzhou Tour During Labor Day

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      Reginald Ziemann
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      Yes, absolutely.

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        Dr. Guadalupe Homenick
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        We just got here today, and you've already used up a whole pack of tissues this morning!

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