Solitary Hill (Gu Hill)
ATTRACTION Keywords:
Cultural Experience,
Good Views / Viewpoint,
Nature & Wildlife,
Walking/Hiking,
Mountain
Covered in a sea of plum blossoms, Solitary Hill is historically known as the home of Lin Bu, a famous poet and solitary hermit who made the island his lonely residence during the Song Dynasty. As a writer with a deep connection to the beauty of Solitary Hill, Lin Bu is said to have lacked a family but was instead happily married to the plum trees, and the cranes he raised served as his children. Given the lonely nature of Lin Bu’s existence and the profusion of plum trees on the island, the flowering plum blossom became synonymous with Lin Bu and the idea of his chosen seclusion.
With this history and with the abundance of plums on the island, it is still occasionally referred to as Plum Island. Though many come to Solitary Hill (Gu Hill) to witness the classic scene of the autumn moon reflected on the calm lake, many consider winter and early spring to be the nicest times to visit in order to enjoy the winter snows clinging to the plum blossoms; an enduring symbol of seclusion and thought.
Latest Reviews
Review by Juan R, March 2013
Doing what: Hangzhou - Heaven on Earth Day Trip from Shanghai
AWESOME must see
Review by JENNIFER R, Philippines, December 2012
Doing what: Hangzhou - Heaven on Earth Day Trip from Shanghai
The tour was great! It turned out to be a private tour. My guide Catherine was simply the best. She took care of me and explained all the things that I need to know about Hangzhou, West Lake, Lingyin Temple, Meijiawu, etc. I definitely recommend this tour to everyone!
Review by JENNIFER R, Philippines, December 2012
Doing what: Hangzhou - Heaven on Earth Day Trip from Shanghai
The tour was great! It turned out to be a private tour. My guide Catherine was simply the best. She took care of me and explained all the things that I need to know about Hangzhou, West Lake, Lingyin Temple, Meijiawu, etc. I definitely recommend this tour to everyone!
