Nanjing Lukou International Airport 1 hr
Xuanwu Lake (54 min) This sizable, scenic lake in a park features boat rides & 5 islands connected by arched bridges. City Wall of Nanjing (27 min) World's longest brick city wall, built in the Ming dynasty, stretching 15.5 mi. with 13 gates. Linggu Temple (21 min) Ancient Buddhist temple complex with a vegetarian restaurant & pagoda commemorating fallen soldiers. Qixia Temple (18 min) Landmark mountain temple with large Buddha statues, decorative archways & bright maple trees. Purple Mountain (24 min) This iconic city mountain is home to over 200 sites of historical & cultural importance. Dr. Sun Yat-sen's Mausoleum (25 min) A steep staircase leads to this ornately designed mausoleum for one of the founders of modern China. Qinhuai River (34 min) Picturesque waterway offering a popular walking route with gardens, temples, shops & snack stalls. Zifeng Tower (32 min) Built in 2010, this 89-story skyscraper houses stores, eateries, a hotel & an observation deck. Ming Xiaoling Mausoleum (30 min) Massive mausoleum built in 1405 for Ming Emperor Zhu Yuanzhang & featuring many pathways & statues. Nanjing Museum (22 min) Sprawling free-entry museum with China heritage & history exhibits, an art gallery & teahouse. Gate of China, Nanjing (34 min) Built in the 1300s, this famed, massive stone gate features complex architecture & intricate design. Jiming Temple (30 min) Serene Buddhist temple with tranquil grounds & a well-known vegetarian restaurant. Presidential Palace (29 min) The president's office is housed in this historic, Baroque building restored after World War II. Zhan Garden (34 min) Verdant urban Chinese garden was built during the early Ming dynasty & known for its flora & fauna. Qixia Mountain (28 min) Peak with scenic overlooks offering river views, also known for historic sites & red autumn foliage. |