Nanjing Lukou International Airport 1 hr 2
Purple Mountain (34 min) This iconic city mountain is home to over 200 sites of historical & cultural importance. Linggu Temple (30 min) Ancient Buddhist temple complex with a vegetarian restaurant & pagoda commemorating fallen soldiers. Jiming Temple (42 min) Serene Buddhist temple with tranquil grounds & a well-known vegetarian restaurant. City Wall of Nanjing (37 min) World's longest brick city wall, built in the Ming dynasty, stretching 15.5 mi. with 13 gates. Zifeng Tower (43 min) Built in 2010, this 89-story skyscraper houses stores, eateries, a hotel & an observation deck. Nanjing Museum (31 min) Sprawling free-entry museum with China heritage & history exhibits, an art gallery & teahouse. Presidential Palace (40 min) The president's office is housed in this historic, Baroque building restored after World War II. Dr. Sun Yat-sen's Mausoleum (34 min) A steep staircase leads to this ornately designed mausoleum for one of the founders of modern China. Xuanwu Lake (1 hr 5) This sizable, scenic lake in a park features boat rides & 5 islands connected by arched bridges. Ming Xiaoling Mausoleum (39 min) Massive mausoleum built in 1405 for Ming Emperor Zhu Yuanzhang & featuring many pathways & statues. Ming Palace (36 min) Palace, archaeological site, park, history, and historic site Qixia Mountain (27 min) Peak with scenic overlooks offering river views, also known for historic sites & red autumn foliage. Qixia Mountain Scenic Spot (21 min) Zhan Garden (43 min) Verdant urban Chinese garden was built during the early Ming dynasty & known for its flora & fauna. Qixia Temple (16 min) Landmark mountain temple with large Buddha statues, decorative archways & bright maple trees. |