Nanjing is a provincial-level city in Jiangsu Province and a very prosperous and lively city. As the ancient capital of the Six Dynasties, it has many famous scenic spots and natural beauty. So, what are the must visit tourist attractions in Nanjing
1.Niushou Mountain Cultural Tourism Area
Niushou Mountain, also known as Tianque Mountain, is named after the twin peaks on the top of the mountain that resemble the double horns of a cow's head. The Niushou Mountain Cultural Tourism Area has beautiful scenery and is known as the "Spring Niushou". In ancient times, there were beautiful Jinling scenery such as Niushou Yanlan and Zutang Zhenxi, as well as many historical relics such as Yuefei Anti Jin Former Fortress and Zhenghe Cultural Park
2.Confucius Temple Qinhuai River Scenic Belt
Confucius Temple was first built in the Song Dynasty, located on the north bank of Qinhuai River next to Gongyuan Street. It was originally a place where Confucius was worshipped, but has been destroyed and rebuilt multiple times. It is known as one of the four major Confucian temples in China, along with Beijing Confucian Temple, Qufu Confucian Temple, and Jilin Confucian Temple. It is also a major attraction in the Qinhuai River Scenic Belt of Confucius Temple
III.Zhongshan Mausoleum Scenic Area
Zhongshan Mausoleum includes buildings such as Boai Fang, tomb passage, tomb gate, stele pavilion, sacrificial hall, and tomb chamber** There is a tall granite memorial archway in the entrance square, with two gold letters "fraternity" on it. Walking north through Boai Fang, you will arrive at a nearly 400 meter long tomb passage with 392 stone steps and a drop of 73 meters. Walk along the tomb passage to reach the tomb gate, which is topped with blue glazed tiles and inscribed with the four characters' The world is for the public 'on the forehead. Enter the Stele Pavilion again and continue forward until you reach the Sacrificial Hall
IV.Presidential Palace
The Nanjing Presidential Palace has both the traditional Jiangnan gardens of ancient China and the architectural remains of the modern period when Western influences spread eastward, with a history of more than 600 years. Its history can be traced back to the Guide Marquis's Mansion and the Han Palace in the early Ming Dynasty. In the Qing Dynasty, it was designated as the Jiangning Weaving Office, the Liangjiang Governor General's Office, etc., and was used as a palace for southern tours. After the Taiping Heavenly Kingdom established its capital in Tianjing (now Nanjing), it expanded on this basis. On January 1, 1912, he was sworn in as the interim President and established as the Presidential Palace, which later became the Nanjing Presidential Palace
V.Dabao'en Temple Site Park
The Dabao'en Temple Site Scenic Area is located outside the Zhonghua Gate in Nanjing, adjacent to the Outer Qinhuai River to the north, Yuhuatai to the south, 1865 Park to the east, and Yuhua Road to the west. Dabao'en Temple is a relatively ancient temple in Chinese history. Its predecessor was Jianchu Temple and Ayuwang Pagoda built during the Chiwu period of Eastern Wu (238-250 AD). It is the second temple in China after the White Horse Temple in Luoyang and the first temple established in southern China. Along with Linggu Temple and Tianjie Temple, it is known as one of the three major temples in Jinling and has jurisdiction over hundreds of temples
VI.Outer Qinhuai River Painting Boat
Qinhuai River is divided into Inner Qinhuai River and Outer Qinhuai River. Inner Qinhuai River refers to the area around Confucius Temple, and Outer Qinhuai River refers to the area around Shitou City Park. Go deep into the streets and alleys or take a boat ride on the Qinhuai River to experience the local customs and traditions from different perspectives
The Outer Qinhuai River flows from Tongji Gate through Zhonghua Gate, circling the east, south, and west sides outside the southern city, passing through Zhonghua Gate, passing through Hanzhong Gate, Caochang Gate, and Dinghuai Gate, and following the north of Shitou City to enter the Yangtze River at Sancha River. According to literature records, the Qinhuai River was once called "Xiaojiang", which should be relative to the Yangtze River, the "Great River". During the Three Kingdoms period, Sun Quan once said to Liu Bei, "There is a small river over a hundred miles long in Moling, which can accommodate large ships. We will manage our navy and move it." Here, "small river" refers to the Qinhuai River. Huai River "was a general term from the Han Dynasty to the Sui Dynasty. It was not until the Tang Dynasty that it was called the "Qinhuai River". According to legend, during Emperor Qin Shi Huang's eastern tour, he saw the purple energy rising over Jinling and thought it was royal energy. He ordered the cutting of a connecting post in the southeast mountain area of present-day Nanjing city to lead the dragon into the Yangtze River, hence the name "Qinhuai River"
7.Laomen East Historical Block
Laomen East Historical Block is an ancient place name in the southern part of Laonan City, Nanjing, located on the south side of Cuotong Lane in the Confucius Temple. In history, the Old City South was a relatively developed commercial and residential area in Nanjing. Nowadays, traditional Chinese wooden buildings and horsehead walls have been rebuilt in traditional styles to recreate the original appearance of the Old City South
8.Xuanwu Lake
Xuanwu Lake, formerly known as Sangbo and Houhu, is located at the foot of Zhongshan Mountain and is a large-scale royal garden lake in China. It is also known as one of the "Three Famous Lakes in Jiangnan" along with South Lake in Jiaxing and West Lake in Hangzhou. Xuanwu Lake is divided into five oases, gathering many famous scenic spots and historical sites. It is now a famous cultural and leisure park in Nanjing. You can take a stroll around the lake and enjoy the scenery of Xuanwu Lake. If you come here in summer, you can see large areas of lotus flowers in full bloom, and the water surface is lush green, which is particularly charming. On the south bank of the lake, there is a section of the Ming City Wall (the city wall where the Ming City Wall History Museum is located), and viewing the lake from here also has a unique flavor
9.Nanjing Museum
Nanjing Museum is located at the southern foot of Purple Mountain and on the north side of Zhongshan Gate. Here, you can not only see ancient cultural relics such as the golden thread clothing in "Tomb Robbers' Notes", but also appreciate calligraphy and painting art, and even take a walk on the old streets for a journey through time
10.Memorial Hall for the Victims of the Nanjing Massacre by the Japanese Invaders
The Memorial Hall for the Victims of the Nanjing Massacre by the Japanese Invaders was established in 1985 and is located at 418 Shuiximen Street, Jianye District, Nanjing City. It is a specialized historical museum dedicated to the history of the Nanjing Massacre, the Japanese "comfort women" system, and the victory of the World Anti Fascist War. It is also a fixed venue for the national memorial ceremony for the victims of the Nanjing Massacre. The memorial hall covers a total area of 103000 square meters and exhibits three "mass graves" sites of the Nanjing Massacre, including the remains of deceased compatriots discovered in 1984, 1998-1999, and 2006, as well as a large number of cultural relics, photos, historical testimonies, video materials, archives, etc
11. Zhongshan Scenic Area
Nanjing Zhongshan Scenic Area is a concentrated reflection of Nanjing's urban characteristics and a gathering place of famous scenic spots and historical sites. The scenic area stands tall on the banks of the Yangtze River with the momentum of "dragon coiling", and has been lush for thousands of years. It encompasses the cultures of the Six Dynasties, the Ming Dynasty, the Republic of China, the mountains, waters, urban forests, ecological leisure, and * * culture series in one mountain, making it the "number one humanistic mountain in Chinese cities". Zhongshan is seamlessly integrated with mountains, waters, cities, and forests, with rich and beautiful natural landscapes and profound cultural heritage. The three core scenic areas, Zhongshan Mausoleum Scenic Area, Ming Xiaoling Scenic Area, and Linggu Scenic Area, are home to over 200 various famous historical sites and scenic spots
Twelve, Xuanwu Lake
Nanjing Xuanwu Lake is a national scenic spot at the foot of Purple Mountain, and is known as one of the "Three Famous Lakes of Jiangnan" along with West Lake in Hangzhou and South Lake in Jiaxing. It is also known as the "Pearl of Jinling" and is the largest urban park in the Jiangnan region, as well as a royal garden lake in China. Xuanwu Lake covers an area of nearly five miles and is divided into five islands: Huanzhou, Yingzhou, Lingzhou, Liangzhou, and Cuizhou. The islands are connected by embankments and bridges, forming a seamless whole with mountains and water everywhere. There are many scenic spots around the lake, such as Xuanwu Chenxi, Beihu Art Workshop, Xuanpu, Xuanwu Yanliu, Wumiao Ancient Gate, Mingcheng Tanyou, and Ancient Yuewu Terrace
Thirteen, Jiming Temple
Jiming Temple is located on Jiming Temple Road in Xuanwu District, Nanjing City, Jiangsu Province. It was founded in the first year of Yongkang in the Western Jin Dynasty (300 AD) and has a history of more than 1700 years. It integrates mountains, waters, forests, and temples, and is one of the ancient Buddhist temples and royal temples in Nanjing. The temple covers an area of about 50000 square meters. It is now a Buddhist monastery with a quiet and elegant environment and a solemn temple. The main buildings in the temple are the mountain gate, the Heavenly King Hall, the Guanyin Hall, the the Shakya ManiHall, the Huomeng Tower, the Jingyang Tower, the Zhigong Platform, the Buddhist chanting hall, the Herbalist's pagoda, the Sutra Pavilion, the Dharma Hall, the reception hall, the Bell Tower, the Drum Tower, the Fangsheng Pool and other buildings
Nanjing cuisine, also known as Jinling cuisine or Jing Su cuisine, refers to the cuisine centered in Nanjing and extending all the way to Jiujiang, Jiangxi. It is one of the four representative dishes of Su cuisine. The most famous dish in Nanjing cuisine is undoubtedly Nanjing salted duck, and Nanjing osmanthus duck is even more famous. So, what are the other famous dishes in Nanjing? Let's take a look with the editor below
1. Nanjing Saltwater Duck
Nanjing lives across the river, connecting the vast Jianghuai Plain to the north and the rich Yangtze River Delta to the east. Nanjing belongs to the humid climate of the northern subtropical zone, with distinct four seasons and abundant rainfall. Salt water duck is a famous specialty of Nanjing, belonging to Jinling cuisine and one of the representatives of Jinling cuisine. It is also known as osmanthus duck and is a geographical indication product of China. Due to its nickname "Jinling", Nanjing is also known as "Jinling Saltwater Duck" and has a long history of over 2500 years. Nanjing salted duck has a long history of production and has accumulated rich experience in making it. The salted duck skin and white meat produced are tender, fat but not greasy, fragrant, fresh and delicious, with the characteristics of aroma, crispness and tenderness. The salted duck made during the blooming season of osmanthus around the Mid Autumn Festival has the best color and taste, and is called osmanthus duck
2.Stewed Chicken Fu
Stewed Chicken Fu is a popular traditional dish in the Nanjing area of Jiangsu Province, belonging to the Jinling cuisine of Su cuisine. This dish is cooked using the traditional clear stew method, with a clear and mellow broth, crispy and tender on the palate, and a delicious taste. Famous scholar Hu Xiaoshi had a fondness for this dish during his lifetime and it was a must-have for every banquet. It is said that the chicken fragrant meat is fresh and tender, and the clear soup has a mellow taste and white color. The protein content of chicken leg meat is relatively high, with a wide variety of types and high digestibility. It is easily absorbed and utilized by the human body, and has the effect of enhancing physical strength and strengthening the body
3. Squirrel fish
Squirrel fish is one of the traditional famous dishes in Jiangsu Province, belonging to the Su vegetable. Squirrel fish is named after its shape and is usually made from fish such as yellow croaker, carp, and mandarin fish. The scales, gills, and internal organs of the fish are removed, and then washed with clean water. Cut off the fish head with a knife at the pectoral and pelvic fins, and then cut it in half from the lower jaw. Use the knife to lightly pat and remove both sides of the fish meat. Remove the fine thorns from the chest, connect the fish tails, and fry them in oil until golden brown. Finally, pour sauce on the plate to make a delicious dish. Bright in color, tender and crispy, with a sweet and sour taste
4. Egg Roast Selling
Egg Roast Selling is a traditional famous dish in Nanjing, belonging to Jinling cuisine and Jinling snacks. Along with Squirrel Fish, Beauty Liver, and Phoenix Tail Shrimp, it is known as one of the "Four Famous Dishes of Beijing and Jiangsu Cuisine" and is one of the famous dishes of Nanjing Ma Xiangxing Restaurant. When it is made, shrimp meat is used as the filling, wrapped in egg shells to make it into a roasted shape, then steamed in a cage and poured with fresh juice. The characteristic of this dish is its unique shape, bright color, tender and delicious taste, and rich nutrition
5.Beauty liver
Beauty liver, also known as gourd beauty liver or duck pancreas fried chicken jerky, was created in the 1920s and is a specialty dish in Nanjing, Jiangsu. Beauty liver is usually made by stir frying duck pancreas with chicken jerky in duck oil. After cooking, the color is milky white, smooth and tender, and the taste is delicious and refreshing. The recipe for beauty liver is complex. After cooking, the color is white with a hint of red, as bright as peach blossoms, and the taste is fresh and crispy, leaving no residue when eaten. After tasting the liver of a beautiful woman, Yu Youren, a political figure of the Republic of China, wrote a couplet: A hundred pots of fine wine, three people drunk, a tower of solitary lamps reflecting the Six Dynasties. Horizontal banner: with a unique flavor
6. Fengwei Shrimp
Fengwei Shrimp is a traditional famous dish in Nanjing, belonging to Jinling cuisine. It is one of the representatives of Jinling cuisine (Beijing Suzhou cuisine), and is known as one of the "Four Famous Dishes of Beijing Suzhou cuisine" along with Squirrel Fish, Egg Roast, and Beauty Liver. It is recorded in the literature "Bai Men Shi Pu". The main ingredients include river shrimp, egg white, peas, etc. The shrimp meat is white and the tail shell is bright red, resembling a phoenix tail. It is lined with green green beans, which are brightly colored and have a fresh and tender shrimp flavor. When cooked with duck oil, the taste is even more beautiful. Not only is it nutritious and nourishing blood and essence, but it can also delay aging, improve the body's disease resistance and immune function
7. Stewed Vegetable Core
Stewed Vegetable Core is a traditional famous dish in Jiangsu Province, belonging to Jinling cuisine. This dish has a complete shape, fresh and tender leaves, soft heart, delicious and fragrant taste, rich soup and thick leaves, and endless flavor. It has the effects of anti-cancer regulation, arteriosclerosis regulation, and anti-aging regulation. The taste is salty and fresh, and stewed dishes have been passed down for over a hundred years, highly appreciated by diners. Stewed vegetable core is a traditional famous dish in Nanjing. This variety of green vegetables is mainly cooked from the famous vegetable variety "Dwarf Foot Yellow", which is best grown in Wanzhu Garden in the southwest corner of Nanjing city. It has the characteristics of freshness, tenderness, plump leaves, white stems, yellow hearts, and no gluten
8. Stewed Raw Knock
Stewed Raw Knock is one of the traditional and famous local dishes in Nanjing, Jiangsu, and belongs to the Jiangsu cuisine. With a history of over 300 years, it is now one of the four famous dishes in Nanjing and Jiangsu restaurants. The traditional method is to kill the eel alive and remove its bones, and then use a wooden stick to strike the eel meat to loosen it, hence the name 'Shengdao'. Famous scholar Professor Wu Baitao highly praised it and once recited a poem: "If we talk about the crispy and mellow taste, Jinling is only good at stewing and pounding
9. Duck blood vermicelli soup
Duck blood vermicelli soup is a traditional famous dish in Nanjing, belonging to Jinling cuisine and Jinling snacks. It is an important representative of Jinling cuisine and Jinling snacks, and is one of the famous delicacies with duck as its characteristic. Duck blood vermicelli soup is made by adding duck blood, duck intestines, duck liver, etc. to duck soup and vermicelli. Due to its peaceful taste, fresh and smooth aroma, as well as its taste characteristics that are suitable for both the north and south, it is popular throughout the country. Nanjing has always had a fondness for duck cuisine, and it is popular to make dishes with duck. It is known as the "Jinling Duck Cuisine is the best in the world". Duck blood vermicelli soup has been improved to cater to the dietary characteristics of different regions, and its production varies from place to place. However, whether it is the preparation of duck soup, duck blood, duck liver, or duck intestines, they all use the traditional method of making Jinling salted duck, which is an important representative of Jinling cuisine
10. Jinling meatballs
Jinling meatballs are a traditional famous dish in Nanjing, belonging to Jinling cuisine and one of its famous dishes. Soft and mellow, crispy and fragrant, thick soup, and strong flavor. Rich in nutrients such as protein, calcium, phosphorus, iron, vitamins, and carbohydrates, it has the effects of nourishing liver yin, tonifying kidney fluid, and moistening the stomach and intestines
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