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Nanjing's Most Beautiful "Underground Buddhist Kingdom"! A Stunning Secret Realm Built with 4 Billion RMB

Hidden in Niushou Mountain, Jiangning District, Nanjing, is the Foding Palace, known as an "architectural miracle"! This 4 billion RMB aesthetic feast combines the grandeur of European palaces with the sacredness of Eastern temples. Its unique shape is affectionately called the "Golden Durian" by netizens! 💥Must-Experience Underground Secret: The most breathtaking experience in Foding Palace is on the sixth underground level! The fifth underground level is considered a divine place: ✨360-degree circular hall ✨Dreamlike dome lighting ✨Exquisitely carved Buddha statues array Every snap looks like a masterpiece; the most popular spot for viral door-opening videos is right here! 📍Essential Visit Information: Address: No. 18 Ningdan Avenue, Jiangning District, Nanjing (inside Niushou Mountain Cultural Tourism Area) Tickets: Adults 98 RMB (88 RMB if purchased online in advance), Students 49 RMB Opening Hours: 8:30 AM - 5:30 PM (last entry at 4:30 PM) 🚌Super Practical Transportation Tip: Take Metro Line 1 to Tianlong Temple Station → transfer to bus 755/712 Entering from the West Gate + sightseeing shuttle is the best plan! (Sightseeing shuttle within the park costs 20 RMB round trip) ✅Best Tour Route: 1️⃣ Enter from the West Gate → take the park shuttle bus (10 RMB) 2️⃣ Two outdoor escalators up the mountain 3️⃣ Visit the reclining Buddha above ground first (100% stunning) 4️⃣ Explore the underground palace from the 5th floor upwards (floors 4-5 are the most exciting) 5️⃣ Finally, climb the Buddha Summit Tower for a panoramic view 📸Perfect Photo Spots: 1️⃣ Reflection pool in front of the palace (the Golden Durian shape is amazing) 2️⃣ Second-floor corridor (European-style arches are super photogenic) 3️⃣ Panoramic view at the "Foding Holy Realm" sign 4️⃣ Door-opening video spot on the 5th underground floor 💡Warm Tips: ✔️Be sure to buy the sightseeing shuttle ticket ✔️Allow 4-5 hours for the visit ✔️Arrive before 9 AM if possible ✔️Entering from the West Gate saves the most effort This stunning building, blending faith and aesthetics, is definitely a must-visit hidden gem in Nanjing!💫
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Posted: Oct 21, 2025
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