Luxury Holidays At Amanfayun
Amanfayun, a former Tang Dynasty village, is peacefully located in a valley just a twenty-minute drive from the centre of Hangzhou, near to the West Lake, and is adjacent to two temples, Lingyin and Yongfu. Its forty-two stone and timber-built, traditionally styled rooms, suites and villas are set within an old Chinese community, encased by forested valleys, bamboo groves and Magnolia trees within a region of Buddhist temples and sloping tea fields. References to ancient China are abundant here, with each outbuilding decorated with dark wood and calligraphy adorning the walls, whilst modern conveniences - such as iPods, iPod docking stations and televisions - are available on request for guests who just can't leave the modern world behind. Awaken to enjoy a spot of morning yoga in the fitness centre, visit the boutique to peruse the antiques, jewellery and handmade silk parasols, enjoy a temple visit or indulge in a spa treatment at the Aman Spa - complete with a traditional bath house - before finishing the day with tea-sampling and whimsical tales told by the Chinese Tea Lady.