杭州是中国著名的六大古都之一，已有两千多年的历史。这个城市不仅以自然美闻名于世，而且有着传统的文化魅力。不仅有历代文人墨客的题咏，而且有美味佳肴和漂亮的工艺品。一般来说，游览杭州西湖及其周边景点花上两天较为合适。到杭州旅游，既令人愉快，又能得到文化享受。

　　Hangzhou,one of Chinas six ancient capital cities, has a history of more than 2,000 years. It is famous not only for its natural beauty but also for its charm of cultural traditions. Besides many poems and inscriptions by men of letters throguh the dynasties,it also boasts local delicacies and pretty handicrafts.Generallyspeaking,a two-day tour of West Lake and scenic spots around it is advisable for a tourist. As a tourist, you will find it a pleasant and culturally rewarding trip to Hangzhou.

　　文人墨客 ，泛指 文人 ，可以理解为 作家 。英文有 men of letters 与之对应。 题咏 指为歌咏或纪念某一景物，书画或某一事件而题写的诗词。故译为Besides many poems and inscriptions by men of letters throguh the dynasties。