Travel Notes | Travel Special: The Beautiful Jinling

Since ancient times, "the world's wealth originates from the southeast, and Jinling is its destination." Nanjing, as one of China's four ancient capitals, has a unique and charming charm. Let’s see it with our own eyes~

Chinese cultural context, Su Yun Liu Fang. Nanjing is an important birthplace of Chinese civilization. It is also a famous historical and cultural city with more than 2,000 years of history. It is known as the "ancient capital of six dynasties" and the "city of ten dynasties". Nanjing Museum is one of the three major museums in China. It displays collections and historical relics in a structure of six halls in one hospital, with different exhibition styles and themes.

The "Republic of China Pavilion" is a major feature of the "Nanjing Museum". The real scenes here fully present the work and life of people during the Republic of China. Pharmacies, tea houses, restaurants, cinemas, banks, roads, alleys, steam trains, post offices, etc. during the Republic of China are all restored one to one.

You can sit in the two-story teahouse to drink tea and listen to operas, go to the drugstore to buy Chinese herbal medicine, and send a letter to your future self at the post office. It feels like I have traveled back to that very story-telling society of the Republic of China. There will be regular opera performances in the old teahouse. Order a pot of tea with family and friends and spend an afternoon surrounded by the sound of opera, which is pleasant and relaxing.

Business hours: Monday: 09:00-12:00

Tuesday to Sunday: 9:00-17:00

Recommended play time: 1-3 hours

Ticket price: free

Tips: Get free tickets on site with valid ID or make a free reservation on the official website to get tickets on site.

Location: No. 321, Zhongshan East Road, Xuanwu District

Transportation: Metro Line 2 to Ming Palace Station

Dr. Sun Yat-sen once said when he was alive: "After my death, I can be buried at the foot of Zijin Mountain. Since Nanjing is the seat of the provisional government, I will not forget the Revolution of 1911." After his death, future generations built the "Sun Yat-sen Mausoleum" in accordance with his last wish. .

"Sun Yat-sen Mausoleum" is located in the Zhongshan Scenic Area and is built along the mountain. The Boai Square, tomb passage, mausoleum gate, stone steps, stele pavilion, memorial hall, etc. are arranged on a central axis, with a unique shape. Chen Yunhe's poem "Sun Yat-sen Mausoleum" has a famous line: "My whole life is a standing Sun Yat-sen Mausoleum, and I am lucky enough to reach the end of your life."

"The best time of year is when the garden is full of spring, and you can enjoy the flowers and savor the dream of Jinling." Zhizakura, crabapples, rapeseed flowers, etc. are in full bloom, and the flowers are in full bloom. Friends, you can wander in the sea of ​​flowers and take some beautiful photos~

When you come to the Sun Yat-sen Mausoleum, you must not miss the music stage. It was built during the Republic of China and was used for music performances and rally speeches in commemoration of Dr. Sun Yat-sen. The construction style blends Chinese and Western styles, with a broad vision and vigorous atmosphere. You can buy a pack of feed for ten yuan, sit on the stools around, and quietly wait for a "close contact" with the pigeons here.

Location: No. 7, Shixiang Road, Xuanwu District

Business hours: 08:30-17:00 (the memorial hall and tomb are closed on Mondays)

Tickets: Free

Transportation: Subway Line 2 to Alfalfa Park Station Exit 1, walk about 500 meters, take Sightseeing Line 1 and get off at Sun Yat-Sen Mausoleum Station

Confucius Temple-Qinhuai Scenic Belt is a national 5A-level tourist attraction integrating natural scenery, landscape gardens, temples and street houses.

The Qinhuai River gave birth to the ancient culture of Jinling and is known as the "Mother River" of Nanjing, also known as the "Ten Miles of Qinhuai". This is also the essence of the Confucius Temple-Qinhuai Scenic Area. Nanjing Confucius Temple is a place to worship Confucius and a gathering place for historical celebrities in Jinling.

A unique night tour on the Qinhuai River. Take a light boat and swim on the Qinhuai River. When you gaze up, the entire Confucius Temple is immersed in the world of lights and shadows. There is no bustling urban life here, no lively market life, here is a unique beauty of Jiangnan. It only costs 80 yuan/person to take an ordinary boat ride~

Opening hours: all day

Ticket price: free

Recommended play time: 1-3 hours

Location: 80-1, Pingjiangfu Road, Qinhuai District

Transportation: Take Metro Line 1 to Sanshan Street Station, within walking distance

Jinling snacks and delicacies are well-known throughout the country, ranking first among the four snacks in China. When it comes to Nanjing delicacies, the first thing that comes to mind is duck blood vermicelli soup, salted duck, crab roe buns... Follow Xiaohun's footsteps and enter the gourmet shop Come and taste them~

Duck blood vermicelli soup can be found in various shops in Nanjing, but the most authentic and famous one is "Aftertaste". "Huiwei" was established in 1996 and is famous for Nanjing's number one snack - duck blood vermicelli soup. Currently, "Huiwei" has more than 30 stores across Nanjing.

Duck blood vermicelli soup is loved by Nanjing people and even people from all over the country, and has become a landmark snack in Nanjing.

Boil the duck blood and cut it into pieces and put it into the pot, then take it out and put it into a bowl. Pour the fresh soup, drip with sesame oil, sprinkle with a pinch of dried shrimps, coriander and duck liver and duck casings, and serve with chili oil or pepper. The finished product Spicy and delicious. The delicious soup is suitable for all ages.

Location: No. 9, Zhongshanmen Street, Xuanwu District

Business hours: 09:00-20:00

Transportation: Take Metro Line 2 to Alfalfa Park Station, within walking distance

"Nanjing Da Pai Dong" was founded in 1994. It is a time-honored brand that showcases Nanjing's local dishes, with rich varieties and authentic tastes. The hotel has a quaint and elegant charm, inheriting the traditional culture of the Chinese nation and recreating the bustle of restaurants in the late Qing Dynasty and early Ming Dynasty.

"Nanjing Da Pai Dong" covers most of Nanjing's delicacies in one store. Due to the large number of duck dishes and the largest number of duck eaters in Nanjing, it can be said that Nanjing is truly called the "Duck Capital". Every year, many tourists come here specifically to eat the tender and delicious salted duck.

The salted duck at "Nanjing Da Pai Dong" is the most authentic local taste: light and slightly salty, the duck meat is fat but not greasy and delicious. It has conquered the taste buds of Nanjing residents and foreign tourists, making them forget to return.

Location: Floor 5, Zifeng Shopping Plaza, Greenland Center, No. 6 Zhongshan North Road, Gulou District

Opening hours: Monday to Thursday

Sunday: 11:00-21:30

Friday to Saturday: 11:00-22:00

Transportation: Take Metro Line 1 or 4 to Gulou Station, within walking distance

When talking about Nanjing’s soup dumplings, we must say “chicken crow soup dumplings”. The soup dumplings of Jiming Restaurant originated in the 1950s and are the most delicious childhood memories of many old Nanjing people.

Writer Yu Bin wrote in the book "Taste of Nanjing": "The soup dumplings at Jiming Restaurant are one, two or eight, and they also provide a bowl of clear soup with egg skin. The price is of course more expensive than the smaller dumplings."

"Chicken crow soup dumplings" have thin skin and rich fillings, rich and delicious. Nanjing people use chicken soup to make skin jelly, which has become Nanjing’s authentic “chicken soup dumplings”. In autumn, crabs are on the market, and crab roe and crab meat are used instead of the traditional pork filling to become the characteristic "crab roe soup dumplings". "Lift gently, move slowly, open the window first, then drink the soup." Twelve words sum up how to eat soup dumplings.

Location: No. 7 Shiziqiao, Hunan Road, Gulou District

Business hours: 08:00-22:00

Transportation: Metro Line 1 to Xuanwumen Station, within walking distance

"Nanjing Central Shopping Mall" is located in the center of Nanjing (Xinjiekou area). It was officially opened in 1936 and was the first large-scale comprehensive shopping mall in Nanjing at that time. It has a history of nearly a hundred years and has witnessed the growth of generations of Nanjing people.

In recent years, the mall has introduced many young brands and the brands are more complete. The mall has eight floors, offering everything from cosmetics, clothing, bags, gourmet food to home appliances. There are usually many discounts to meet your needs in one stop.

The Central Shopping Mall has accompanied Nanjing to prosperity and developed commerce. Friends who like shopping, taking pictures, and eating delicious food must come here!

Location: No. 79, Zhongshan South Road, Qinhuai District (near Zhenghong Street)

Business hours: Monday to Thursday: 10:00-22:00

Friday: 10:00-22:30

Saturday: 9:30-22:30

Sunday: 9:30-22:00

Recommended tour: half a day

Transportation: Take Metro Line 1 or 2 to Xinjiekou Station, within walking distance

When asked about Nanjing's cultural landmarks, "Pioneer Bookstore" deserves to be the first choice. It has been rated as "one of the ten most beautiful bookstores in the world" by the British BBC, attracting many readers at home and abroad.

The "Pioneer Bookstore" was cleverly converted from an underground garage. There are ivy leaves hanging in front of the door, as if a literary treasure house is quietly waiting for readers to come. It is the source of cultural transmission and the habitat of the soul.

"Pioneer Bookstore" provides not only excellent books, but also artistic interior decoration. The tables and chairs everywhere, the faint scent of tea, and the cross at the end all reflect the extraordinary features of the "Pioneer Bookstore".

Location: Underground garage of Wutaishan Stadium, No. 173 Guangzhou Road, Gulou District (opposite to Gunandu Hotel)

Business hours: Monday to Thursday: 10:00-21:00

Friday: 10:00-22:00

Saturday and Sunday: 09:00-22:00

Transportation: Take Metro Line 2 to Shanghai Road Station and exit from Exit 2