Nanjing
Nanjing, a historic capital on the Yangtze River, blends ancient walls and imperial tombs with modern skylines, leafy avenues and a vibrant cultural and academic life.
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About Jiangsu
Nanjing is the capital of Jiangsu Province and one of China's Four Great Ancient Capitals, set along the lower Yangtze River in the Yangtze River Delta. Known for its green hills, lakes and surviving Ming-era city wall, the city pairs imperial history with a modern role as an education, technology and transport hub.
The city's past remains visible at landmarks such as the Sun Yat-sen Mausoleum and Ming Xiaoling Mausoleum on Purple Mountain, the Nanjing City Wall, the Presidential Palace and the riverside Confucius Temple (Fuzimiao). Collections at Nanjing Museum and the historic lanes along the Qinhuai River reflect its long-standing political and cultural importance.
Distinct districts shape the visitor experience. Xinjiekou is the busy commercial core, Fuzimiao offers traditional architecture, canals and night markets around the Confucius Temple, and Xuanwu Lake and Purple Mountain provide green escapes. Gulou and Hexi blend universities, offices and modern development.
Nanjing is also an important centre for education, research, manufacturing and technology, hosting universities, business districts and major trade events. Its food scene is known for salted duck, duck blood and vermicelli soup, soup dumplings and Qinhuai snacks, while evening life centres on the Qinhuai River and lively commercial streets.
For travellers, Nanjing combines history and culture with practical convenience. Its metro and high-speed rail connections, international airport and event facilities make it equally suited to leisure sightseeing and business travel in eastern China.
Jiangsu Travel Guide
Best Time to Visit
Spring and autumn are the most pleasant seasons in Nanjing, with mild temperatures, plum blossoms in spring and comfortable sightseeing in October and November. Summer is hot and humid, while winter is cold and relatively quiet.
How to Get Around
Nanjing's metro system connects the airport, railway stations and major districts, with Line S1 linking Lukou Airport to Nanjing South Railway Station. Buses, taxis and ride-hailing are widely available, and central areas around Xinjiekou and Fuzimiao are walkable.
Where to Stay
Xinjiekou is convenient for shopping, dining and central transport, while Fuzimiao places visitors near the Confucius Temple and Qinhuai River. Xuanwu Lake and Gulou offer quieter stays, and hotels near Nanjing South Railway Station suit short business trips.
Food & Drink
Nanjing is known for salted duck, duck blood and vermicelli soup, soup dumplings and Qinhuai-style snacks. Local restaurants, food streets and markets around Fuzimiao and Laomendong offer both traditional flavours and modern dining.
Ground Transportation Services in Jiangsu
Airport Transfers
Travel between Nanjing Lukou International Airport and hotels, business districts, venues and other destinations across Nanjing.
Hourly Chauffeur
Book a private chauffeur by the hour for business meetings, events, sightseeing and flexible travel around Nanjing.
Car Rental
Rent a car in Nanjing for independent travel around the city and convenient journeys to nearby destinations such as Yangzhou and Zhenjiang.
Bus & Group Transfers
Arrange minibuses or charter buses for groups, corporate travel, events, airport transfers and tours in Nanjing.
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