Nanjing Lukou International Airport 58 min
Xuanwu Lake (1 hr 4) This sizable, scenic lake in a park features boat rides & 5 islands connected by arched bridges. Yuejiang Tower (35 min) Multi-story, painted pavilion opened in 2001 at the top of Lion Hill, overlooking the Yangtze River. Zhan Garden (31 min) Verdant urban Chinese garden was built during the early Ming dynasty & known for its flora & fauna. Sifang Art Museum (18 min) Art museum, architecture, museum, and art Porcelain Tower of Nanjing (29 min) Tall, modern temple, a replica of the 15th-century original, with elaborate lighting & artifacts. Jiming Temple (40 min) Serene Buddhist temple with tranquil grounds & a well-known vegetarian restaurant. Nanjing Yangtze River Bridge (38 min) This 5,171-foot, double-decked road-rail truss bridge with a pedestrian path was opened in 1968. Gate of China, Nanjing (30 min) Built in the 1300s, this famed, massive stone gate features complex architecture & intricate design. Presidential Palace (39 min) The president's office is housed in this historic, Baroque building restored after World War II. Mochou Lake (29 min) Peaceful lake known for its lotus blossoms, with boat rides & a historic waterside pavilion. Memorial Hall of the Victims in Nanjing Massacre by Japanese Invaders (28 min) Grim memorial museum with exhibits documenting the horrors of the 1937 Nanjing Massacre. Zifeng Tower (38 min) Built in 2010, this 89-story skyscraper houses stores, eateries, a hotel & an observation deck. Nanjing Museum (44 min) Sprawling free-entry museum with China heritage & history exhibits, an art gallery & teahouse. Nanjing Laoshan National Park (10 min) Qinhuai River (28 min) Picturesque waterway offering a popular walking route with gardens, temples, shops & snack stalls. |