Mountains, Water, City & Greenery
Nanjing is a city nestled within mountains, water, and forests. Purple Mountain, the Ming City Wall, Xuanwu Lake, and Sun Yat-sen Mausoleum together compose a magnificent panorama. Wander through the ancient charm of the old southern city, linger at the breathtaking riverside scenic area, and lose yourself along the Qinhuai River where lantern reflections dance on the water……Discover the most enchanting beauty of Jinling right here.
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Qixia Mountain Scenic Area
Also known as She Mountain, Qixia Mountain is celebrated as the "Finest and Most Beautiful Mountain in Jinling" and ranks among China's four premier destinations for autumn foliage viewing. The renowned Southern Dynasties temple, Qixia Temple, stands on this mountain with its grand scale and magnificent halls. The scenic area contains numerous Six Dynasties historical sites and a rich concentration of religious and stone-carving culture, earning it the nickname "Natural Geological Museum" among experts.
- Address:
- 88 Qixia Street, Qixia District
- Admission:
- 50 RMB/person (off-season)／80 RMB/person (peak season)
- Opening Hours:
- 7:00–17:00
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Xuanwu Lake Scenic Area
Xuanwu Lake is celebrated as the "Pearl of Jinling." The scenic area consists of five islets — Huanzhou, Yingzhou, Lingzhou, Liangzhou, and Cuizhou — offering beautiful scenery in every season. Stroll along the cherry blossom avenue in spring, admire lotus flowers in full bloom across the lake in summer……Let the gentle breeze carry you as you drift across the water, quietly taking in the reflection of beautiful Nanjing in the shimmering lake.
- Address:
- 1 Xuanwumen Road, Xuanwu District
- Admission:
- Free
- Opening Hours:
- Lakeside roads: all day／Five islets area: May–Oct 6:00–22:00, Nov–Apr 6:00–21:00
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Mochou Lake Park
Mochou Lake was once called Hengtang Pond and is also known as Shicheng Lake due to its proximity to Stone City. Legend holds that a young woman named Mochou from Luoyang, unable to afford a local marriage, came to settle on the shores of Shicheng Lake in Nanjing. Known for her kindness and generosity, she was honored by later generations who renamed the lake after her. In spring, the park bursts with colorful flowering crabapple blossoms, delicate and captivating, making it the finest flower-viewing destination in the area — celebrated as the "Premier Lake of Jiangnan."
- Address:
- 132 Shuiximen Avenue, Jianye District
- Admission:
- Free
- Opening Hours:
- 7:00–21:00
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Plum Blossom Hill
Plum Blossom Hill is ranked first among China's Four Great Plum Gardens. Every spring, plum blossoms blanket the entire hillside, creating a surging sea of flowers whose fragrance drifts for miles. Visitors come in an endless stream to admire the blossoms, and the hill has earned the title "China's Number One Plum Blossom Hill."
- Address:
- South of the intersection of Mingling Road and Botanical Garden South Road, Xuanwu District
- Opening Hours:
- Feb 1–Nov 30: 6:30–18:30／Dec 1–Jan 31: 7:00–17:30
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Muyan Riverside Scenic Area
The Muyan Riverside Scenic Area stretches from Yanziiji in the east to Shangyuan Gate in the west, flanked on one side by the undulating Mufu Mountain and on the other by the sweeping grandeur of the Yangtze River. The scenic belt is renowned for its beautiful mountains, expansive waters, and concentration of historic sites, long celebrated as "the finest landscape of ancient Jinling, especially in the northern suburbs." It is the premier destination within Nanjing's urban core for river views, waterside experiences, and hilltop vistas.
- Address:
- 9 Yongji Avenue, Qixia District
- Admission:
- Free (some areas within the belt charge admission)
- Opening Hours:
- 6:00–18:00
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Laoshan National Forest Park
With a forest coverage rate exceeding 80%, Laoshan National Forest Park is celebrated as the "Green Lungs of Nanjing" and a "Natural Oxygen Bar." The park's landscape is anchored by lush mountains and distinctive peaks, with historical relics and cultural sites scattered throughout the natural forest setting.
- Address:
- 90 Huangshanning Road, Pukou District
- Admission:
- 30 RMB/person
- Opening Hours:
- 8:00–17:00
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Pearl Spring Scenic Area
Nestled among mountains and water and renowned for its natural springs, this scenic area offers classic attractions such as dragon boat rides, painted pleasure boats, and the Dingshan Great Wall, alongside leisure activities including zip-lines and bamboo rafting. The intangible cultural heritage performance of "Datie Hua" — molten iron fireworks — is a dazzling spectacle not to be missed.
- Address:
- 182 Zhenzhu Street, Pukou District
- Admission:
- 40 RMB/person／60 RMB/person (including zoo)
- Opening Hours:
- Weekdays 8:30–17:00／Weekends 8:30–17:30
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Jinniu Lake Scenic Area
With a vegetation coverage rate reaching 96%, Jinniu Lake Scenic Area enjoys an outstanding ecological environment that has earned it the reputation of a "Natural Oxygen Bar." The area is steeped in human history, featuring legends associated with Ming Dynasty founding emperor Zhu Yuanzhang, the Jinguang Chan Temple founded during the Wanli reign of the Ming Dynasty, iron-smelting techniques passed down for over 2,000 years, and a wealth of naturally formed, distinctive landscapes.
- Address:
- 58 Jinniu Lake Tourist Resort, Babaibridge Town, Liuhe District
- Admission:
- 40 RMB/person
- Opening Hours:
- Summer 8:30–17:30／Winter 8:30–17:00
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Tiansheng Bridge Scenic Area
At Tiansheng Bridge Scenic Area, you can glide along the Yanzhi River by boat and take in the graceful beauty of the "Little Three Gorges of Jiangnan"……The most stunning scenery and the most exciting experiences are waiting for you to discover!
- Address:
- 500 Tiansheng Bridge Road, Honglan Street, Lishui District
- Admission:
- 20 RMB/person (off-season)／27 RMB/person (peak season)
- Opening Hours:
- 8:00–17:00
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Nanjing Yangtze River Bridge
The Nanjing Yangtze River Bridge is the first double-deck railway and road combined bridge over the Yangtze River to be independently designed and built by China. It holds significant importance in both the history of Chinese engineering and world bridge construction. A landmark of Nanjing and a cultural symbol of Jiangsu Province, it is listed among the "48 Scenic Spots of Jinling."
- Address:
- Bridge Park, 5 Baota Bridge East Street, Gulou District
- Admission:
- Free
- Opening Hours:
- All day
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Yinghong Bridge (Glass Walkway)
Adjacent to the Nanjing Yangtze River Bridge, this is a beloved "Instagram-worthy bridge" among local residents. At night, the ever-changing lights on the bridge and the shimmering reflections on the water below create a magical, harmonious spectacle.
- Address:
- Near Bridge Park, 5 Baota Bridge East Street, Gulou District
- Admission:
- Free
- Opening Hours:
- 8:00–21:00
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Nanjing Eye Pedestrian Bridge
The Nanjing Eye Pedestrian Bridge presents a clean, elegant silhouette that combines dynamism and graceful beauty, and stands as the first sightseeing pedestrian bridge over the Yangtze River. Its main towers resemble a pair of human eyes, inspiring the name "Nanjing Eye." The cable stays fanning out from both sides like outstretched wings soar skyward, while pedestrians walking between them feel like musical notes dancing across the strings of a harp.
- Address:
- Jiajiang Pedestrian Bridge, Jiangxinzhou, Jianye District
- Admission:
- Free
- Opening Hours:
- All day
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Yuzui Wetland Park
Yuzui Wetland Park takes its name — meaning "Fish Mouth" — from its distinctive pointed shape. With the Yangtze River breeze blowing gently through the park, it is a wonderfully refreshing place to visit.
- Address:
- 888 Yangtze River Avenue, Jianye District
- Admission:
- Free
- Opening Hours:
- All day
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Yuzui Wetland Park
Yuzui Wetland Park gets its name from its pointed, fish-head-like shape. This nature-rich park is a haven for birds and a great spot for plant enthusiasts. It serves as an open-air classroom for nature lovers. Climb the observation tower for a panoramic view of the Hexi Riverside Scenic Belt, where the Yangtze breeze brings a sense of calm and serenity.
- Address:
- No. 888, Yangtze River Avenue, Jianye District
- Admission:
- Free
- Opening Hours:
- Open all day
