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Nanjing

China

Nanjing

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The provincial capital of Jiangsu in eastern China, Nanjing, has served as the country’s capital for six dynasties and has long occupied a prominent place in Chinese history and culture. The overwhelming neon lights along Qinhuai River, the abundance of greenery in Zhongshan Mountain National Park, and the remnant architecture from the time of the fledgling republic are all facets of the richness of various stages in Nanjing’s development.

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Nanjing has numerous scenic spots both in and around the city. Internationally well known Ming Xiaoling Mausoleum or the Ming Tombs and its surrounding complex is an UNESCO cultural heritage and highly recommended. Dr Sun Yat-sen’s Mausoleum and its surrounding forest area — nicknamed by locals as the green lung of Nanjing — offer a respite from the city, while the glamorous nights and the indigenous snacks of Fuzimiao (Temple of Confucius) and Qinhuai River are also worth sampling.
Dr Sun Yat-sen’s Mausoleum / 中山陵

Dr Sun Yat-sen’s Mausoleum / 中山陵

Dr Sun Yat-sen was one of the pioneers at the forefront in the struggle to transform China from a dynastic feudal state to a republic for the people. He continues to be celebrated and the plan of his mausoleum is in the shape of an alarm bell, signifying the “perpetual ringing of the alarm bell to arouse people”. Dr Sun Yat-sen’s Mausoleum is a classic building of the architectural style used during the early days of the Republic of China.

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Fuzimiao (Temple Of Confucius) / 夫子庙

Fuzimiao (Temple Of Confucius) / 夫子庙

Fuzi Miao, once a place where scholars took royal examinations on Confucian teachings, now stands as a popular destination for visitors. During imperial times, scholars came here to test their proficiency in the philosophical teachings of Confucius. Upon passing, the top students would go on to work in the royal court as aides and govern state affairs. This historical significance is just one of the reasons why this newly reconstructed area is popular with visitors.

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Qixia Mountain / 栖霞山

Qixia Mountain / 栖霞山

Qixia Mountain, located in northeastern Nanjing, is renowned for its historic Qixia Temple and stunning autumn foliage. The temple, a notable scenic spot, features a carved Buddhist rock from the Southern Dynasty and a dagoba (a Tibetan-style pagoda built as a solid hemispherical dome enshrining religious relics or the remains of kings) from the Sui Dynasty. The maple trees on the mountain turn a fiery red in autumn, a fascinating treat for anyone daring the high climb to the mountaintop.

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Presidential Palace / 总统府

Presidential Palace / 总统府

The Presidential Palace, a fascinating fusion of Western and Chinese architectural styles, offers a glimpse into China's Republican era. This 600-year-old palace was once the office of Dr Sun Yat-sen, President of the Republic of China. While the architecture is deeply influenced by Western styles, the palace garden was constructed in a classic Chinese manner. The fusion of these two styles makes it an excellent representation of the Republican period's culture. Today, it houses the China Modern History Museum.

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