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A comprehensive guide to senior travel in Nanjing, with must-see attractions.

Come to Nanjing to experience the charm of the ancient capital and taste authentic food. This 4-day itinerary is specially designed for seniors, allowing you to travel easily and make the most of your trip! -- 📅 Suggested itinerary: Day 1: Presidential Palace of Nanjing -> Qixia Mountain -> Confucius Temple -> Qinhuai River Scenic Belt Visit historical sites, experience the charm of the ancient capital, and enjoy the night view of Jinling on a night cruise on the Qinhuai River. Day 2: Sun Yat-sen Mausoleum Scenic Area -> Plum Blossom Hill -> Ming Xiaoling Mausoleum -> Xuanwu Lake Scenic Area Pay tribute to the martyrs, enjoy the flowers and scenery, appreciate the beauty of the mountains and rivers of the ancient capital, and experience the tranquility and comfort of the royal garden. Day 3: Nanjing Museum -> Yihe Road Residence Area -> Xinjiekou -> Former Site of the National Art Museum -> Nanjing 1912 Street Travel through the corridor of history, savor the charm of the Republic of China, stroll through the bustling business district, and experience the integration of art and history. Day 4: Nanjing - Various places End your pleasant trip to Nanjing and return home with a full load. -- Must-see attractions: 🌟 Confucius Temple: Come to Confucius Temple to enjoy folk art and cultural exhibitions, visit Confucian architecture, and taste Qinhuai snacks, all in one go! 🌉 Qinhuai River Scenic Belt: The Qinhuai Lantern Festival is not to be missed. Enjoy the lanterns, scenery, and snacks, and deeply experience the historical charm of the ancient capital Nanjing. 🏯 Ming Xiaoling Mausoleum: The architecture here is magnificent, and the stone carvings on the sacred path are exquisite. The ginkgo and red maple in autumn are even more charming, making it suitable for leisurely tours and immersing yourself in history and culture. 🏛️ Presidential Palace of Nanjing: The Presidential Palace complex is large in scale and well-preserved. The architectural style is a blend of Chinese and Western styles, allowing seniors to visit historical sites and Jiangnan gardens up close. 🎨 Nanjing Museum: Here, you can admire precious ancient cultural relics and calligraphy and painting art, experience a journey through time, and watch folk handicraft performances, which are wonderful! -- Some tips: - Food: Nanjing salted duck and steamed buns are a must-try. The taste is sweet, so remember to try duck blood vermicelli soup~🍜 - Customs: The people of Nanjing are warm and hospitable. Take a night cruise on the Qinhuai River to experience the charm of the ancient capital. 🌃 - Specialty prices: Yuhua stone and Jinling cakes are moderately priced and suitable as souvenirs. 🎁 - December climate: Nanjing is cold and humid in winter, so remember to bring warm clothes and rain gear. ❄️ -- Come and discover the beauty of Nanjing! Don't forget to like and bookmark this guide, and start your dream trip to Jinling~
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Posted: Dec 2, 2024
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