Nanjing

Nanjing, the capital of Jiangsu Province, is a popular tourist destination with a rich history in both ancient and modern times. The name Nanjing stands for "southern capital," a renowned historical and cultural city that was the capital city for six dynasties. With numerous spectacular historical monuments, including Ming tombs on the UNESCO World Heritage List, the remains of the past are hidden in the contemporary cityscapes making this city charming and unforgettable. 

Located in East China's Yangtze River Delta, Nanjing is a major commercial and trade city with an estimated urban population of 8 million people. There’s an abundance of water with the Yangtze River flowing through the city and close proximity to the water network of Taihu Lake in the south. Nanjing has 11 districts in total, of which Gulou District is the traditional heart of the city that also houses the cultural and administrative centers of the Province. Xuanwu District is the home to most of Nanjing’s tourist attractions including Xuanwu Lake and Dr. Sun Yat-Sen Mausoleum. The future in this metropolis can be found in Jianye and Yuhuatai Districts with their skyscrapers, electric trams, and industrial centers for well-known enterprises.

The most common ways to reach Nanjing are by air (Nanjing Lukou International Airport) and by train (e.g. Nanjing Railway Station, Nanjing South Railway Station, and Nanjing West Railway Station), linking the city to all major domestic cities. Getting around town is also simple and convenient. Visitors can easily reach top attractions by using the Metro or one of the five authorized special sightseeing bus routes. 

Nanjing has a prominent place in Chinese history and culture, hence there’s a long list of historical relics and sites to explore, such as the Presidential Palace of the Republic of China, and the Ming dynasty City Wall and Palace ruin. The city is also famed in China for its amazing natural landscapes like the Purple Mountain Scenic Area, Pearl Spring, and Laoshan National Forest Park. What about art and culture? Nanjing has some fantastic museums and galleries, for example, the Nanjing Museum, Jiangsu Art Museum, and Sifang Art Museum.