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Nanjing is the capital of Jiangsu province in eastern China. The city has 11 districts, an administrative area of 6,600 km 2 (2,500 sq mi), and a population of 9,423,400 as of 2021.
- 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.
- 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!
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.
Discover the rich and impressive historical heritage of Nanjing, the capital of Jiangsu province on the Yangzi River. Explore attractions such as Linggu Temple, Sun Yatsen Mausoleum, Nanjing Museum and more.
Learn about the history, geography, attractions, and culture of Nanjing, one of the four ancient capitals of China. Find out how to get there, where to stay, and what to do in this east coast city.
Jan 21, 2023 · Nanjing means "southern capital" (versus Beijing meaning "northern capital".) It is a renowned historical and cultural city and was the capital of several dynasties over the course of Chinese history. It has many historical sites including Ming tombs that are on the UNESCO World Heritage List.
