Life advice, visit these places before leaving Nanjing
Once it's autumn, Nanjing becomes Jinling~
You should visit Nanjing in autumn, to see the unique romance and deep feelings of the ancient capital of the Six Dynasties in the misty Qinhuai River. Here's a citywalk checklist for autumn in Nanjing, come and note it down~
Day1: Laomendong—Confucius Temple—Qinhuai River
Day2: Dabao'en Temple—Painter's Village
Day3: Yaxi Slow Town—Gaochun Old Street
Laomendong
Named after its location east of Nanjing's city gate 'Zhonghua Gate', Laomendong is characterized by its grey bricks and black tiles. Not only can you find memories of the city from over 600 years ago, you can also taste a variety of special snacks~
Confucius Temple
As a top attraction in Nanjing, Confucius Temple has a strong atmosphere of life. Many shops sell Nanjing's special souvenirs, and if you're interested, you can also experience the human-powered rickshaw here.
Qinhuai River
You must come and see the night view of Nanjing's Qinhuai River. When the lanterns on the boats light up, you will understand the romance of 'Ten Miles of Qinhuai, a dream of Jinling'.
Dabao'en Temple
Among the '480 temples of the Southern Dynasties, how many towers in the misty rain', the 480 temples refer to Dabao'en Temple. Its reconstruction design is visually different from traditional Buddhist temples, not only incorporating many modern elements, but also allowing you to feel the shock of the fusion of modern architecture and Chinese classical aesthetics~
Painter's Village
In Liuhe, Nanjing, there is a lesser-known check-in spot—Painter's Village. The walls of the entire village are covered with various paintings, and even the architectural design of the village is enclosed in a circle, resembling a birdcage, which is very interesting.
Gaochun Old Street
If you don't want to experience the crowded city of Nanjing, you might as well go to Gaochun Old Street. Unlike other commercialized ancient towns, it is more simple and natural. The main street is full of various homemade dried geese, rice wine, shrimp sauce, which have a unique flavor.
Yaxi Slow Town
To avoid the crowd, you can also go to the nearby Yaxi Slow Town. As the first international slow city in China, it not only has tea fields, lawns, and farmland, but also rainbow slides, treetop walks, glass plank roads and other amusement facilities. You won't feel bored spending a whole day here~
Food recommendations: Li Ji Halal Restaurant (beef pot stickers), Master Zuo's Plum Cake, Lotus Lake Cake Shop, Xiao Pan's Duck Blood Vermicelli, Chicken Crow Soup Dumplings, etc.
Accommodation recommendations: It is recommended to stay near Xinjiekou/Confucius Temple/Laomendong, it is very convenient to walk around, recommended Republic of China Red Mansion, Laomendong Manxin Mansion, etc.
I came from Xinjiekou on a shared bicycle, it is really difficult to take a taxi here. Speaking of which, I think it is more lively than the Confucius Temple. Especially at night. I was almost lost when I went shopping. Next to it is the glass tower of Dabaoen Temple. It is very beautiful at night.
Laomen East is located in the east of China Gate in Qinhuai District, Nanjing, because it is located in the south gate of Nanjing Jingcheng (that is, China Gate), so it is called "the east gate", and the west of the old gate, is an important part of the Qinhuai scenery belt of Nanjing Confucius Temple. The Ming Dynasty China Gate and the Inner Qinhuai River along the city became the economic center, and it became an important distribution center for commerce and crafts, presenting a prosperous scene. During the winter vacation, it was very good to take the children to stroll around the old city and experience it.
Yesterday, I went to Nanjing's Laomendong Historical and Cultural District. It is now completely open, but there are no tourists. Many shops in the whole neighborhood have also closed, that is, there is no such deserted situation during the epidemic.
November 10th Laomen East Scenic Area, every alley is worth walking, special snacks are good
Old Gate East, located in the Qinhuai District of Nanjing, east of the Chinese Gate, because it is located in the south gate of Nanjing Jingcheng (that is, the Chinese Gate), so called "the East Gate", is an important part of the Qinhuai scenery belt of Nanjing Confucius Temple. Mendong is the gathering place of traditional houses in Nanjing. Since ancient times, it has been the place where businessmen gather, humanities gather, and family families live. Today, the old Mendong historical and cultural district mainly refers to the ancient houses and commercial neighborhoods in this area. It is a part of the Qinhuai River Scenic Area of the Confucius Temple at the AAAAA level, quite old Nanjing style, and it is a must-visit scenic spot to Nanjing.
The taste of Nanjing in the south of the old city is quite enough, and it seems that you can always appreciate the taste of the past. Many people came to take pictures, and the flowers climbing on the wall, or the ancient well on the corner, or the newly paved stone road, became the background for people to shoot. I prefer to go in the early morning, when tourists are scarce, come and see the green tiles of the ancient house, especially under the eaves, on the wall, in the corner, with small flowers, oh, is a rose, not lonely open...