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Nanjing, with a total land area of 6,598 km 2 (2,548 sq mi), is situated in the heartland of the drainage area of the lower reaches of the Yangtze River, and in the Yangtze River Delta, one of the largest economic zones of China.
- Presidential Palace. The Presidential Palace was the offical residence for several leaders in China from 1368 to 1949. For those interested in Chinese modern history, this attraction records the ebb and flow of modern China through well-preserved historical materials and cultural relics.
- Dr. Sun Yat-sen’s Mausoleum. Sun Yat-sen is the father of the Chinese democratic revolution and thus of paramount significance in Chinese modern history.
- Xiaoling Mausoleum of Ming Dynasty. The Xiaoling Mausoleum of the Ming Dynasty was built in 1381 for Zhu Yuanzhang, the founding emperor of the Ming Dynasty (1368-1644), and his empress.
- Confucius Temple (Fuzimiao) Confucius (551-479 BC) was the founder of Confucianism and a great educator in ancient China. There are many temples in China built in his memory.
Learn about Nanjing, one of the Four Great Ancient Capitals of China, and its historical, cultural, and natural attractions. Find out the best time to visit, the top things to do, and the best places to stay and eat in this vibrant city.
- Nanjing Niushoushan Cultural Park. It may not be ancient, but Nuishoushan Cultural Centre is very impressive and one of our favorite places to visit in Nanjing.
- Confucious Temple. We visited Confucious Temple at night and it is beautiful. China at night is extraordinary and transforms into a showcase of lights and beauty.
- The Memorial Hall of the Victims in Nanjing Massacre by Japanese Invaders. It is embarrassing to admit how little we know about Chinese history. Before visiting Nanjing, I had no idea it was the former capital of China, and I had no idea that it suffered greatly during World War II.
- Purple Mountain. Considered one of the four famous mountains in Southern China, Purple Mountain is not to be missed! And if the crowds of Chinese tourists are any measurement of how popular it is, I’d say they agree!
Many visitors only pass through handsome Nanjing (南京, Nánjīng; literally 'Southern Capital') when traveling from Shanghai to Beijing (or vice versa), but the capital of Jiangsu, lying on the lower stretches of the Yangzi River, boasts a rich and impressive historical heritage.
May 13, 2020 · Learn about the ancient and modern history of Nanjing, China's capital for ten dynasties and a center of world civilization. Explore its founding, development, decline, and revival through various periods and names.
Jun 26, 2024 · Nanjing, city, capital of Jiangsu sheng (province), east-central China. It is a port on the Yangtze River (Chang Jiang) and a major industrial and communications centre. Rich in history, it served seven times as the capital of regional empires, twice as the seat of revolutionary government, once.
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