[2025 Zhenjiang Attraction] Travel Guide for Boxian Park (Updated Apr)

The song "Xijin Ferry ~ As the Lights Come On" tells the story of the ancient street's long history and the trials and tribulations it has endured. As the lyrics say, some things will never be forgotten. "On Yuntai Mountain, I walk with you through the dappled shadows of the long corridor After the hustle and bustle, some things will never be forgotten" The Xijin Ferry Historical and Cultural District is located south of Yuntai Mountain. The ancient street is built along the terrain of Yuntai Mountain, extending from west to east along the northern foot of the mountain. Yuntai Mountain has an elevation of about 67 meters and has historically been an important transportation hub between the north and south of the Yangtze River. The ancient street rose to prominence due to the ferry crossing and still retains its layout nestled against the mountain and facing the river. . 🔔Itinerary 👉From the Waiting Pavilion on Xijin Ferry Street, follow the steps up to the Yuntai Pavilion at the top of the mountain. The steps are narrow and steep, and you cannot go up after 4:30 pm or in rainy or snowy weather. 👉As you walk up, look back at the ancient street of Xijin Ferry, and the view gradually opens up. The archways are built layer by layer along the mountain, and the layers of black tiles on the street undulate like waves, revealing the full view of the ancient street. 👉At the top of the mountain, you can enjoy a panoramic view of the Yangtze River or enter the Yuntai Pavilion for a closer look. 👉After visiting Yuntai Pavilion, find another path down the mountain towards the west gate. This path leads to Boxian Park, which you can visit along the way. . The highest point is the Yuntai Pavilion, a replica of an ancient building located on the north peak of Yuntai Mountain. The architectural style has characteristics of Song and Yuan Dynasty architecture. Yuntai Pavilion is a complex of pavilions, halls, and verandas, forming a dynamic and varied architectural group. Inside the pavilion is the "Zhenjiang City Development Theme Museum," which showcases the 3,000-year history of Zhenjiang. This is an excellent place to enjoy panoramic views. . 🔆Ticket Price Climbing to the top from the ancient street is free. If you want to enter the Yuntai Pavilion or climb the pavilion for a distant view, the ticket is 20 yuan per person. 🔥Fun Activities After Reaching the Top 1⃣️Yuntai Pavilion at the top of Yuntai Mountain is the highest point for overlooking the panoramic view of Xijin Ferry. You can also see the Yangtze River and Jiangxinzhou Island in the distance, where the water and sky meet, creating a vast and open view. 2⃣️Go around to the hillside behind Yuntai Pavilion, where three or four cats play with visitors, unafraid and very well-behaved. 3⃣️The replica ancient buildings on one side of the pavilion are also home to tea and coffee shops. Holding a delicious drink, basking in the warm spring sunshine, and overlooking the Yangtze River, what a wonderful weekend!

Located on the edge of Xijin Ferry in Zhenjiang, Bo Xian Park is a memorial park built to commemorate the democratic revolutionary martyr Zhao Sheng. Zhao Sheng, also known as Bo Xian, was a native of Dantu, Zhenjiang. He served as the commander-in-chief of the Guangzhou Uprising in the late Qing Dynasty. After the failure of the uprising, Zhao Sheng became ill with grief and died in Hong Kong in 1911. In 1912, Sun Yat-sen posthumously awarded Zhao Sheng the title of General. In 1926, people from all walks of life in Zhenjiang City jointly proposed the establishment of "Bo Xian Park". The four characters "Bo Xian Park" were inscribed by Soong Ching-ling.

Local pioneers of Zhenjiang, the 72 martyrs of Huanghuagang in Guangzhou, Song Qingling wrote the name of the park for him, and the marble inscription is embedded at the gate. 👉 As soon as you enter the gate, a tall bronze statue of Zhao Boxian stands in the square. Behind it is an artificial lake, Taihu 🪨 stones, not high hills, some scenic spots, and a fighter jet parked on the lawn. 👉 The buildings along the street are all old buildings from the last century. 👉 Follow Shaoguan Tower Road to visit the Zhenjiang Museum, stroll along the ancient street of Xijin Ferry, and finally have a famous Zhenjiang dish at Yong'an Fish Restaurant · Zhenjiang Cuisine (Xijin Ferry Branch).

I climbed up from the Xijin Ferry side. As the name suggests, the park was established to commemorate the democratic revolutionary martyr Zhao Boxian, as it is located on the southeast foothill of Yuntai Mountain to the west of the city. The view from the top is quite impressive I read the introduction, and it was originally built in 1926, initiated by Leng Yuqiu, and opened in June 1931. The park has changed names; after being called Zhao Sheng Park, it was renamed Bo Xian Park, and accordingly, Nan Ma Road was renamed Bo Xian Road, of course, to commemorate him! The park is lush with various ancient and famous trees, and the cats 🐈 are rather slim and fit! Check out the following attractions ⬇️ 🌟 Zhao Boxian Memorial Hall: Located on the east side inside the main gate of the park, the hall displays the life of Zhao Boxian's revolution! 🌟 Statue of Martyr Zhao Boxian: Placed on a 3.5m granite pedestal, the base of the statue is inscribed with the six characters 'Statue of Zhao Gong Boxian', and an epitaph is written, which looks quite majestic! 🌟 May 30th Lecture Hall: Located halfway up the mountain, built to commemorate the May 30th Massacre. 🌟 Summit Ancestral Shrine Ruins: At the top of the mountain are the ruins of Zhao Boxian's ancestral shrine. There are also children's playgrounds, zoos, etc., on both sides. 🌟 Retired J-5A Fighter Jet: Donated to Bo Xian Park by a certain unit of the Nanjing Military Region Air Force in 1985, used for national defense and patriotic education exhibitions. ✅ The park's main gate 'Bo Xian Park' was inscribed by Madame Song Qingling, and on the left is 'Zhao Boxian's Resume' written by Dr. Sun Yat-sen's secretary Tian Huan. There are many attractions to see, and you can take a leisurely stroll for a few hours! Finish up by checking in at the pre-booked Zhenjiang Museum!

Coming out of Xijin Ferry and strolling along the old buildings, you can see the Guangzhao Public Hall with a gate made of ground bricks, with eaves and brick carvings that are very exquisite; there is No. 29 Boxian Road, a brick-wood-stone mixed structure mainly made of red bricks, with Dutch and Belgian classical architectural styles, this building is now called "Tu's House", the owner is Tu Jiahua, the director of the post office of the Nationalist Government of Jiangsu, Zhejiang and Anhui. Walking along, there are buildings from the late Qing Dynasty and the Republic of China, each with its own characteristics. Further ahead is Boxian Park. Boxian Park is located at the southeastern foot of Yuntai Mountain in the west of Zhenjiang City. It was built to commemorate the democratic revolutionary martyr Zhao Sheng and is the only memorial park in the city. It was proposed by Leng Yuqiu of the Tongmenghui and designed by Professor Chen Zhi, a garden expert. Construction began in 1926 and was completed and opened in June 1931. The park is built according to the mountain, like a giant armchair, with 28 kinds of ancient trees and famous trees inside, the trees are lush, the air is fresh, and the environment is elegant. Among them, the "May 30" lecture hall in the park is a provincial-level cultural relics protection unit. There are not many tourists in the park, only a few children playing by the pond. Boxian Park was originally named Zhao Sheng Park, and later renamed Boxian Park, and the South Road in front of the park was renamed Boxian Road. In 1931, the park was completed and a bronze statue of Zhao Sheng was unveiled. Liu Yizheng, a scholar and local, inscribed the six characters "Zhao Gong Boxian's Statue" on the front of the base of the bronze statue and wrote an inscription. It is now open for free. Boxian Park