Nanjing Winter Must-Visit: Niushou Mountain Parent-Child Cultural Journey!

In winter, Niushou Mountain in Nanjing is quieter with fewer crowds. The Buddhist architecture, built with nearly 4 billion yuan, offers a double shock of culture and beautiful scenery for kids and parents alike～ 📍Nanjing · Niushou Mountain Cultural Tourism Area 🕑Opening Hours 8:30 AM to 5:30 PM. To avoid crowds and get great photos, go early in the morning! It’s best to enter right when it opens, as almost all the check-in spots are nearly empty then, making it easier to take photos with kids and enjoy a smoother visit! 💰Ticket Price 160 RMB per person (half price for students and seniors). Great value for family trips with a rich cultural experience; 🚶Parent-Child Tour Route Recommended to enter from the west gate and walk uphill. The path is gentle and easy for kids. Once you reach the top, you’ll see the Foding Palace and Foding Pagoda, the highlights of Niushou Mountain～ Especially the underground palace in Foding Palace, which is huge and exquisitely decorated. It’s perfect for kids to learn about Buddhist culture and appreciate the grandeur of the architecture. You can spend half a day here, and there are countless photo spots! 📷Best Photo Spots for Parent-Child Shots 1️⃣ Outside Foding Palace: Under the winter sun, the building looks like a “big durian” dusted with snow. Take group photos with your kids on the plaza to capture the majestic moment; 2️⃣ Inside the Underground Palace: The golden and resplendent decorations combined with lighting create a full atmosphere. Take photos with your kids in the right spots to feel the cultural depth; 3️⃣ Under Foding Pagoda: The pagoda stands tall against the clear blue winter sky, making parent-child photos very memorable; 4️⃣ Mountain Trail: The winter forest is quiet, and the vegetation along the trail remains lush green. Stroll with your kids and snap fresh, natural family photos anytime; 🌈Parent-Child Travel Tips ✨ Winter temperatures are low, so dress kids warmly with comfortable shoes for easy walking; ✨ The park has rest and dining areas. Bring warm water and snacks to keep kids energized; ✨ You can introduce Niushou Mountain’s history and culture to kids beforehand to make the visit more meaningful; ✨ The park is large, so adjust the itinerary based on your kids’ stamina. No need to rush, enjoy a relaxed visit; 🏨Accommodation Guide: Nearby Nanjing Niushou Mountain Jinling Wenjing Hotel offers complete family facilities, is close to the scenic area, and convenient for travel