The book centers on one of China's most famous epic tales, the story of the White Snake.
Suspense, drama, love, passion, magic, eternity: Helmut Matt describes the original locations and their cultural backgrounds around the plot. Zhejiang is a province in southeastern China.
For the Chinese, West Lake in Hangzhou, the vibrant capital of the province, is one of the most beautiful places in the whole country. People from Western cultures are also fascinated by the ancient cultural landscape and romantic beauty of West Lake.
Those who know the dramatic story of the White Snake can experience the true magic of Hangzhou in all its glory.