Timeline of Hangzhou

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The following is a timeline of the history of the city of Hangzhou, Zhejiang Province, China.

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Prior to 10th century

10th century

12th–17th centuries

19th century

20th century

21st century

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<span class="mw-page-title-main">West Lake</span> Lake in Hangzhou, China

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<span class="mw-page-title-main">Leifeng Pagoda</span> Five story tall tower with eight sides in Hangzhou, Zhejiang, China

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<span class="mw-page-title-main">White Pagoda Park</span> A park in Shangcheng, Hangzhou, Zhejiang, China

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