Nanjing
Nanjing, the ancient capital of six dynasties, is rich in history. The Qinhuai River glows with lanterns at night, while landmarks like Sun Yat-sen Mausoleum, Ming Xiaoling, and Confucius Temple tell the story of Jinling. Salted duck, duck blood vermicelli soup, and xiaolongbao are local culinary delights.
Quick planning
Suggested stay
2-4 days
Where to stay
Stay near a central transit area
Travel basics
Before you arrive in Nanjing
China travel basicsPayments, hotels, transport, food and first-day fallback planning.Payment setupAlipay, WeChat Pay, cards, cash backup and failure recovery.Hotel check-inPassport registration, booking confirmation and check-in fallback steps.Train station luggageStorage, station layovers and what to do with bags between transfers.
Key attractions
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Travel questions
Which attractions should I start with in Nanjing?
Start by comparing Confucius Temple, Jiming Temple, Ming Xiaoling, then group stops by location and transport rather than trying to visit them all.
How many days should I spend in Nanjing?
Allow roughly 2 to 4 days for an initial city visit, adjusting for your interests and travel distances. Out-of-town trips need additional transport time.
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