Water lilies are in full bloom at Longhongjian waters in Maojiabu, West Lake Scenic Area, Hangzhou. [Photo/hangzhou.com.cn]

The best time to view Hangzhou's enchanting water lilies lasts from mid-April to August.

Stunning scenes of blooming water lilies were recently captured at Longhongjian waters in Maojiabu, West Lake Scenic Area, which is home to some of Hangzhou's earliest blooming water lilies.

Locals and tourists can go to Zhejiang Hotel or Maojiabu bus stops to witness the picturesque water lilies. The pink flowers float gracefully in the water, casting beautiful reflections.

Moreover, along Longjing Road towards Meiling North Road near Maojiabu bus stop, patches of water lilies in various shades of white and pink are also gradually unfolding their petals.

Water lilies are in full bloom at Longhongjian waters in Maojiabu, West Lake Scenic Area, Hangzhou. [Photo/hangzhou.com.cn]