Nanjing, the ancient capital of six dynasties, is rich in history. The Qinhuai River glows with lanterns at night, while landmarks like Sun Yat-sen Mausoleum, Ming Xiaoling, and Confucius Temple tell the story of Jinling. Salted duck, duck blood vermicelli soup, and xiaolongbao are local culinary delights.
Quick planning
Travel basics
Start by comparing Confucius Temple, Jiming Temple, Ming Xiaoling, then group stops by location and transport rather than trying to visit them all.
Allow roughly 2 to 4 days for an initial city visit, adjusting for your interests and travel distances. Out-of-town trips need additional transport time.
Nanjing Road, the stylish and cultural hub of Shanghai, blends shopping, tourism, and commerce into a vibrant experience, allowing visitors to savor the unique charm of old Shanghai.
Capture the stunning lights of the international architecture, savor delicious seafood stir-fried noodles and crispy pork cutlets, buy Hello Kitty postcards, explore Fuzhou Road and the Foreign Bookstore with friends, and immerse yourself in unique cultural creations and local delicacies.
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