Nanjing Travel Guide — Things to Do, Food & Hotels
capital city of Jiangsu Province, China, former capital of the Republic of China and China's Ming dynasty
About Nanjing
Nanjing is a renowned historical and cultural city, and it was the capital of several dynasties over the course of Chinese history. Its name means "southern capital" (Beijing is "northern capital"). It has many historical sites including the tomb of the first emperor of the Ming Dynasty that is aUNESCO World Heritage Site. It was the capital of the Republic of China under the Kuomintang, from 1927 until their retreat to Taiwan in 1949.
Top Attractions in Nanjing
Explore the best things to see and do in Nanjing:
- ★Art Museum of Nanjing University of the Arts (AMNUA)
- ★Caoqiao Mosque
- ★City Wall of Nanjing
- ★Confucius Temple
- ★Dr. Sun Yat-sen Mausoleum
- ★Drum Tower of Nanjing
- ★Former site of Japanese Shinto shrine
- ★Gan Family Compound
Where to Eat in Nanjing
Must-try local food and restaurants:
- 🍴Da Pai Dang
- 🍴German Bread Store
- 🍴Jack's
- 🍴Les 5 Sens
- 🍴New Cafe
- 🍴Old Place
Where to Stay in Nanjing
- 🏨Grand Metropark Hotel Nanjing
- 🏨Holiday Inn @Aqua City
- 🏨International Conference Hotel Nanjing
- 🏨Jasmine International Youth Hostel
- 🏨Jinling Hotel
- 🏨Kayumanis Nanjing Private Villa & Spa
Nanjing Travel Guide Sections
Our comprehensive guide covers 12 sections including:
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