Meiling Palace, Nanjing｜A Republic of China Era Photo Spot! Truly Stunning

🚇 Take Metro Line 2 to Muxuyuan Station, then walk 20 minutes or take the scenic shuttle bus for 10 yuan to get there 🚗 Drive and navigate to "Meiling Palace." There is parking available, but it can be hard to find a spot during holidays～ 🕒 Opening Hours & Tickets ⏰ 7:30 AM - 6:00 PM (last entry at 5:30 PM) 🎫 Single ticket 30 yuan, but highly recommend buying the combo ticket! 100 yuan includes Ming Xiaoling Mausoleum + Linggu Temple + Music Stage + Meiling Palace, great value! 🎟️ Discounts available for students and seniors, don’t forget your ID! 🌟 Must-Visit Checklist! 1. Visit the main building’s three floors (key‼️) - 1st floor: Reception room, laundry room, experience the Republic of China lifestyle - 2nd floor: Reception hall, study, exquisitely decorated, perfect for photos! - 3rd floor: Bedroom + Victory Hall (where Soong Mei-ling worshipped), very private and intimate～ 2. Basement exhibition area - Soong Mei-ling’s calligraphy and painting exhibition, kitchen display, and the food delivery elevator from back then! My imagination is limited by poverty 😂 3. Aerial view of the Phoenix Tree Necklace (absolutely stunning‼️) - From above, Meiling Palace looks like a green gem, surrounded by 800 French phoenix trees forming a necklace, breathtakingly romantic! - No drone? Starting 2025, Muxuyuan Metro Station will add an “aerial viewing platform,” so you can capture the panorama without flying! 📸 Photo Tips! 👗 Outfit suggestions: - Republic of China style qipao/long dress: perfectly matches the architecture’s vibe - Light colors/Morandi tones: contrast beautifully with the green glazed tiles and yellow walls for great shots - Bring a small hat or vintage bag to boost the atmosphere! 📷 Best photo spots: - 3rd floor terrace: overlooks the phoenix tree necklace, absolutely gorgeous - By the 2nd floor glass windows: sunlight streams in, perfect for soft portrait shots - Front steps of the main building: symmetrical composition, stunning full view of the architecture - Entrance of Victory Hall: red pillars + green tile background, very cinematic ⏰ Best times to visit: - 9-11 AM or 3-5 PM, soft lighting and fewer people - In autumn and winter, golden leaves make the necklace more distinct, every shot looks like a masterpiece! 💡 Tips! ✅ Recommended visit duration: 1.5-2 hours ✅ Wear comfortable shoes! Lots of stairs and slopes inside ✅ The 2nd floor has the “First Lady Café,” perfect for a coffee break if you get tired☕ ✅ Bring a power bank! Taking lots of photos can drain your phone battery📱 ✅ Avoid peak times! Holidays are very crowded, weekdays offer a much better experience!