[2025 Nanjing Attraction] Travel Guide for Ruins of the Ming Palace (Updated Apr)

to the Ming Forbidden City in Nanjing You can take Metro Line 2 and get off at Ming Palace Station. The Ming Palace Ruins Park is divided into north and south. Mainly introduced Ming Forbidden City are in the north of the range, entry requires a small program to book, but Hong Kong and Macao compatriots, now can not enter their ID cards, only door number registration name and phone ID number can enter for free This is mainly to introduce how Zhu Yuanzhang of the Ming Dynasty settled to Nanjing, then moved the capital to Beijing, etc., the historical introduction is divided into two levels, about half an hour can be seen, the back exit are the ruins park D not see the Ming Forbidden City appearance, the whole process 1 hour can be taken from the north exit

🌸 Sisters! I've discovered an absolutely stunning and relatively unknown flower viewing spot! Right next to the Ming Palace Ruins in Nanjing, these hydrangeas that have traveled through time from the Ming Dynasty are so beautiful that they instantly transport you back to the prosperous age of Jinling! ✨ Why should you definitely come to Wuchao Gate to see the hydrangeas? 🌳 600-year-old Palace Trees: These are living cultural relics that existed during the Zhu Di period! 📸 Every shot is a stunning ancient-style masterpiece: Mottled palace walls + a snow-white sea of flowers, creating an atmosphere that's off the charts. 🕗 Fewer people and beautiful scenery: 100 times quieter than Jiming Temple! 💐 Best viewing period: Now! Now! Now! (late March - mid-April) 📷 Photo Tips: 1️⃣ Wear Hanfu! Ming Dynasty style is the best! Travel through time in a second. 2️⃣ Bring an oiled paper umbrella, stand under the flowers and look back, it's absolutely stunning! 3️⃣ Come at 7 AM and have the entire sea of flowers to yourself. 🚇 How to get there: Take subway Line 2 to Minggugong Station, Exit 3, and walk for 5 minutes! Free! Free! Free! 💡 Tips: Remember to bring a small stool, the upward angle is absolutely stunning. The Nanjing Museum is nearby, you can visit it together. There are many delicious foods in Kexiang nearby, go for a big meal after taking photos. ⚠️ Important reminder: There are only 2 weeks left in the flowering period! Miss it and wait a year! Go this weekend!

The cherry blossoms are in bloom in Nanjing! Be sure to check out this cherry blossom viewing guide! 1. **Ming Xiaoling Mausoleum Stone Elephant Road** - The 600-meter cherry blossom corridor complements the Ming Dynasty stone statues, creating a strong sense of history. - Free admission to the park before 6:30 AM, allowing you to enjoy a quiet time for photography. 2. **Laomendong Jiezi Garden** - Exquisite cherry blossom scenery in a Jiangnan garden, combined with a teahouse experience for an elegant, ancient style gathering. - Night cherry blossom surprise: Garden light shows are held on Friday and Saturday evenings. 3. **Nanjing Museum Cherry Blossom Trail** - Free cherry blossom path outside the museum. You can enjoy the flowers after visiting the cultural relics exhibition. - Recommended experience: First visit the Republic of China Museum, then walk to the cherry blossom path for coffee and a rest. **Useful Information** - Transportation: Take subway Line 2 to Minggu Palace Station for direct access to the Nanjing Museum. It is recommended to cycle to Laomendong. - Featured experience: Zhongshan Scenic Area offers cherry blossom-themed audio guides, providing in-depth interpretations of the stories of flowers and the city. - Tips: There are fewer cherry blossoms in the Confucius Temple commercial area. It is recommended to focus on the old city streets.

Nanjing Museum｜If you don’t make a guide, you will definitely make mistakes‼ ️|||🚇Transportation Guide 📍Address: No. 321, Zhongshan East Road, Xuanwu District 🚇Metro Line 2 [Ming Palace Station] Exit 1 and walk for 5 minutes to get there! If you drive, you can park in the West Gate parking lot (open from 9:00 to 18:00). 💡Booking tips ✅ Free reservation: Grab tickets at [Nanjing Museum] 🤌 at 18:00 7 days in advance! Set the alarm! A small number of remaining tickets may be released at 9:00/12:00 on the same day! ⚠️ Family tickets require adult connection, 1 adult can bring up to 3 children! Seniors aged 70 and above/military personnel do not need to make an appointment and can enter by swiping their ID cards. 🕰️Opening hours ⏰ Tuesday-Sunday 9:00-17:00 (last admission at 16:00), closed on Monday! Please refer to the official website for special opening hours during holidays. 🔥Must-read guide! Follow along and you won’t get lost! 🚶♀️Recommended tour routes 1️⃣ Classic route (must-have for history buffs): History Hall→Special Exhibition Hall→Digital Hall→Republic of China Hall→Art Hall→Intangible Cultural Heritage Hall 🌟 Highlights: "Brick Painting of the Seven Sages of the Bamboo Grove" and "Golden Jade Clothes" in the History Museum, and "Golden Beasts" and "Jade China" special exhibitions in the Special Exhibition Hall (to be removed in January 2025!). 2️⃣ Preferred route (preferred if time is tight): Go straight to the Special Exhibition Hall → Republic of China Hall → History Hall 💫 Collection treasures: - Golden Beast (Special Exhibition Hall 9, 99% pure gold!) - Hibiscus stone panchi ear cover stove (Special Exhibition Hall 12, girly pink stove!) - Golden Cicada Jade Leaf (Yurun China Exhibition, super mini and easy to miss!). 📸Photography camera ✔️ Stairs on the left side of the History Museum entrance (take a photo from above for a blockbuster feel) ✔️ Red wall in Hall 2 of the History Museum (full of ancient atmosphere) ✔️ Retro street view of the Republic of China Museum (the rickshaw/post office are great for taking photos!). 🕹️Stamp and check-in 📍Stamping location: History Museum/Special Exhibition Hall/Art Museum Service Counter, Republic of China Museum Post Office ⚠️ Bring your own notebook or buy a cultural and creative notebook in the museum (15-30r), some chapters require queuing! ⚠️Avoidance Guide ❌ Don’t bring a lighter/tripod! Strict security check! ❌ No flash photography allowed in the exhibition hall! Protecting cultural relics is everyone’s responsibility! ✅ There is free WiFi, storage, and wheelchair rental in the museum, which is super considerate! 🍜Nearby food 🍴Opposite the museum: Chicken soup dumplings, Xiaoma beef noodles (20r per person for a full meal) ☕ Republic of China Teahouse: Experience retro tea and take amazing photos! Summary of frequently asked questions: ❓ Q: Can I make an appointment on site? ❗ A: It is recommended to make an appointment in advance during holidays! You can try to swipe your card on site on weekdays. ❓ Q: How long does it take to queue for stamping? ❗ A: 1 hour+ on weekends, it is recommended to go early!

#springwander 📍 Location: Nanjing, China 🌟 Spring’s Soft Glow in a Historic Capital Nanjing’s ancient charm glows anew in spring. As lanterns sway gently over old city gates and cherry blossoms drift through the air, the city feels wrapped in timeless beauty. 🌙 Where History Meets Springtime Peace From the glowing walls of the Ming Palace ruins to Qinhuai River’s gentle currents, Nanjing offers a graceful spring night filled with floral serenity and quiet grandeur. ✨ A City That Breathes at Night Evenings here hum with soft music and the scent of jasmine. Blossoms frame stone bridges and pagodas, creating a peaceful world where history and nature dance in harmony. 🗺️ Nighttime Wonders to Discover ✅ Drift along the Qinhuai River under lantern-lit trees ✅ Explore plum blossoms near the Ming City Wall ✅ Visit the Confucius Temple bathed in golden light ✅ Relax at Xuanwu Lake, surrounded by blooming gardens 📸 Nighttime Highlights ✔️ Lanterns reflected in calm rivers and lakes ✔️ Blossoms blooming beside ancient ruins ✔️ Moonlight on cherry-draped rooftops ✔️ The gentle hush of a city in bloom #NanjingNights #SpringMagic #HistoricChina #FloralTwilight #ChinaByNight #BlossomSeason Have you wandered through Nanjing’s spring evenings? 🌙

🎈Xuanwu Lake Scenic Area With cherry blossoms, tulips, and other flowers in full bloom, Xuanwu Lake has already entered "flower mode"😜. The newly popular cherry blossom viewing spot is located between the Wumiao Gate outside Jiefang Gate and Xuanpu. Here, mountains, water, city, and forests are intertwined, with over 1,800 cherry blossom trees of 12 varieties blooming in succession. Wumiao Gate and Xuanpu are nestled among the willows, presenting a beautiful picture of white lakes outside the city walls and verdant mountains beyond the lake🌈. The tulip blossoms in Lovers' Garden are picturesque, dreamy, and poetic. Strolling through the sea of flowers is like stepping into a flowing oil painting🎨. Admission: Free🤑 🎈Jiming Temple Road The "Cherry Blossom Avenue" on Jiming Temple Road in Nanjing is a must-visit spot for cherry blossom viewing every year🤩. The gradually blooming cherry blossoms, in clusters and bunches, are as white as snow and as pink as rouge, creating a romantic atmosphere💕. Admission: Free🤑 🎈Pearl River Cherry blossoms are quietly blooming along the Pearl River. On both sides of the riverbank, the cherry blossoms are as colorful as snow and as radiant as clouds, resembling a pink ribbon, complementing the stone bridges and flowing water🌉. At night, blue light strips illuminate the entire river and flower branches. As the breeze blows, petals fall into the river, creating an extremely romantic scene in the spring night🤩. Admission: Free🤑 🎈Guanyin Gate With the cherry blossoms in full bloom, Guanyin Gate Park welcomes its "most beautiful moment"😍. Stroll here and be instantly surrounded by cherry blossoms. As night falls, the riverside Guanyin Gate Park lights up, becoming resplendent and magnificent✨. Admission: Free🤑 🎈Muyan Riverside Scenic Area In the Muyan Riverside Scenic Area, there is a tranquil and beautiful riverside flower sea🌼. From an aerial view, the entire Muyan Riverside area is incredibly beautiful. 🎈Wuchaomen Park Fragrant April is the hydrangea season in Nanjing🌼. Wuchaomen Park is a popular spot for hydrangeas, with the ancient Ming City Wall, stone carvings, and wooden hydrangeas creating a timeless atmosphere. It's a great place for photography enthusiasts📷. Walking north along Minggugong Road, you'll reach the Fugui Mountain entrance to the Nanjing City Wall, with beautiful hydrangeas all along the way🌸. This area is relatively less crowded, so if you prefer tranquility, you can take a leisurely stroll here. The abundance of greenery is soothing to the eyes and very pleasant😌. 🎈Near Jingwu Overpass The Jingwu Overpass, located in the north of the city, is a favorite spring flower photography spot for many photography bloggers📸. Starting from mid-to-late March, cherry blossoms and purple leaf plums enter their full bloom period. When the wind blows, you can enjoy a shower of cherry blossoms🌸. Here, the railway, overpass, Purple Mountain, and cherry blossoms create an artistic and poetic image📝. A unique feature is that the steps of the Jingwu Overpass are very photogenic, and the scene is also very suitable for portraits🤳. 🎈Yiliu Flower Market If you still haven't had enough flower viewing, cross the overpass and walk down the pedestrian stairs to find the Yiliu Flower Market🌷. This is the largest flower market in Nanjing's main urban area, mainly selling green plants, potted plants, and fresh flowers, with a wide variety and affordable prices💰. If you like, take a pot of spring flowers home😉! 🎈Nanjing Agricultural University Community If you're tired of the flowers and plants in the park, why not visit a community filled with the warmth of daily life👀. The Nanjing Agricultural University Community, located at No. 6 Tongwei Road, has a beautiful natural environment. There are February orchids, tulips, and ornamental cabbages in front of the residential buildings, magnolias between the buildings, and camellias, weeping crabapples, and marguerites scattered in flower pots in the corners... Strolling and admiring the flowers here not only requires an eye for beauty but also various flower identification apps, allowing you to learn while enjoying the flowers📖.

Founded in 1933, Nanjing Museum is known as one of the three largest museums in China. Everyone knows that NMB has 18 treasures, but it is an impossible task to collect them all at once. Because some treasures will move to new exhibitions, some treasures are on business trips, and some treasures need to rest. This article is written for friends who are visiting NAMBO for the first time. Time is short and the task is heavy. Following this route to find the treasure of the hospital can save you a lot of effort. Main building 1⃣️The main hall of Nanjing Museum was built in the style of Liao Dynasty, with continuous brackets, which is quite reminiscent of Tang Dynasty style. 2⃣️Small ridge beasts on the glazed eaves of the main hall The glazed tiles on the roof are mainly yellow ochre, the tile edges are magnificent but not luxurious, the gargoyles are powerful, and the ridge beasts are agile, showing the beauty of traditional architecture. 3⃣️The caisson on the ceiling of the main hall Imitating the Fengguo Temple in Liaoning, it emphasizes the deep symmetrical axis, and is simple and simple yet full of Chinese beauty. 4⃣️The overall architectural facade of the special exhibition hall The design concept is to fill in the blank, integrate, and restructure. The overall temperament of the architectural facade is rough and restrained, warm and heavy. Tour route: History Museum - Special Exhibition Hall (Special Exhibition of the World) - Digital Hall (optional) - Republic of China Hall - Art Hall - Intangible Cultural Heritage Hall Must-see exhibits History Museum: Hall 2: Jade ornaments of human, bird and beast, Cong with divine human and beast face patterns; Hall 3: Seal of King Guangling, Jade Clothes with Gold Threads, and Silver-inlaid Copper Bull Lamp; Hall 4: Brick Painting of Seven Sages in the Bamboo Grove, Tang Sancai Double Fish Bottle; Hall 5: Golden Plate with Cloud Pattern, Green Glaze Porcelain Divine Beast Zun; Hall 6: Glazed Pagoda Arch of Da Baoen Temple. Special Exhibition Hall: Hall 9: Golden Beasts of the Western Han Dynasty. Useful information 🎫Tickets: Tickets are released at 18:00 every day and can be booked seven days in advance. ⏰Business hours: 9:00-17:00. Admission stops at around 4pm. Late shows are now open. If you don’t want to squeeze in with the crowds, you can make an appointment for a late show. 🎙️Explanation: Free explanations are scheduled at 10:00, 10:30, 14:00, and 14:30, lasting about an hour and a half. Paid explanation headphones are 20 yuan per person. 🚇Transportation: Take Line 3, exit at Exit 1 of Ming Palace, and follow the crowd for a few hundred meters to arrive. After the tour, you can also visit the Ming Palace Ruins, a large historical park open to the public for free, which is full of the vicissitudes of time.

There is nothing in Jiangnan, so I will give you a branch of spring🌸It is the best time to travel to Nanjing now~ ✅First stop: Meihua Mountain February is the Plum Blossom Festival. When you come to Nanjing, don’t miss the Plum Blossom Mountain inside the Ming Xiaoling Mausoleum. The plum blossoms all over the mountain are so pleasant to smell and soothing! Stop and take some pictures here. You can also visit the Ming Palace in the Ming Xiaoling Mausoleum. The red walls and yellow tiles are the main features. The architectural style is solemn and elegant. Wearing Hanfu and the red walls will make you look even better. ✅Second stop: Sun Yat-sen Mausoleum After visiting Meihua Mountain, the Sun Yat-sen Mausoleum near Meihua Mountain is also a must-visit attraction. You can first go to the music stand to leisurely feed the pigeons, and take beautiful photos! Then, climb up the Sun Yat-sen Mausoleum to overlook the city of Nanjing and feel the profound sense of history! Snacks and delicacies you can’t miss when you come to Nanjing👇 ✅Plum Blossom Cake: As a traditional snack in Nanjing, it is not only beautiful but also tastes amazing! The skin is crispy and the filling is soft and sticky. There are many flavors to choose from, such as red bean, sesame, and jujube paste. It is sweet but not greasy. It tastes best when eaten hot. ✅The duck blood vermicelli soup is a must-try, the delicious broth is rich and fragrant, and it is a standard breakfast for Nanjing people! After visiting the attractions, be sure to find a place to rest and have a big meal at night! ✅Crazy Little Brother Lobster Restaurant (Zhongshan Mausoleum Branch) The lobsters here are big, the meat is chewy, and there are many flavors to satisfy men, women, young and old. The garlic and thirteen-spice flavors are both amazing, and the grilled ones are also delicious! The price/performance ratio is very high. It is open until very late, so it is a good place for a midnight snack!

had the chance to visit The Ruins of the Ming Palace after my friend dragged me along. there is so much history here that i don't know yet and understand. after my visit here it made me wanna check out what happened. also went to the other side of the ruins and had the chance to climb up the city wall. it was cool to imagine how the archers from long before our time would patrol up here. #travel

|Imperial Palace Ruins. The colors of winter are shrouded in haze, appearing somewhat gray and white. The sunlight ☀️ can only shine through the gaps, illuminating the earth. 680 years ago, the Nanjing Imperial Palace stood beneath the once-glorious Fengtian Gate, imagining the scene of the Ming Emperor entertaining the King of Borneo. Opening my eyes, I see the faint colors of today's Meridian Gate. The ground is covered with Jinling red stones and limestone, which have turned black and textured over time. The inscriptions on the city wall's surface have mostly fallen off, unable to withstand the test of 700 years. Next spring, hydrangeas will bloom here, and there will surely be many people.

📍Highlights: An elegant Chinese teahouse hidden in a creative park, facing the Yudai River, surrounded by green bamboo, with the green river flowing slowly and Zen music playing indoors. As soon as you enter the teahouse, you will be immersed in a classical atmosphere, and you will feel as if you are in a fairyland! ✅Dining recommendations: The quality of the tea brewed over a stove is great! The owner has a good eye. 👍 In winter, you must have a warm pot of tea brewed over a stove and chat with your friends. It's so cozy. 👻👻👻

When it comes to the Forbidden City, you may think of the Forbidden City in Beijing. It is no wonder that the Forbidden City has become its exclusive term. But in fact, the Forbidden City in Nanjing is the "original ancestor" of the Forbidden City, including the Beijing Forbidden City, which was built with it as a blueprint. As early as the end of the Yuan Dynasty, the Nanjing Imperial Palace has begun construction, but the real scale is still in the Ming Dynasty, so the Nanjing Forbidden City is also known as the "Ming Palace." In 1356, Zhu Yuanzhang personally took the troops and divided the three roads to break through Jiqing Road in ten days, and changed the celebration to Yingtianfu. After the official emperor, he ordered Liu Ji and other places to be designated as the new palace, and finally chose this land as the Feng Shui treasure land of "Zhong Yu Long Yao" and "Emperor's House". According to legend, Zhu Yuanzhang had collected 200,000 military and artisans and filled the Yanque Lake reconstructed new city. It was built in 1366 and was basically completed in 1392, which lasted for more than 20 years. Nanjing Forbidden City sits north to south, generally east to Zhongshan Gate, west to Xi'anmen, north to Houzaim, south to Ruijin Road, with four gates, south is Wumen, east is Donghuamen, west is Xihuamen, north of Xuanwumen, covers an area of more than 1 million square meters, the temple is heavy, the building is steep, magnificent, magnificent, is the largest palace complex in the medieval world, known as the "world's first palace" .

Beijings Forbidden City is the largest royal palace and the most preserved royal palace. However, in addition to the Forbidden City, there is a royal palace in the history of our country that is bigger than the Forbidden City. palace. That is the Nanjing Ming Palace, the Forbidden City in Nanjing, the Forbidden City in Jinling, the Imperial Palace of the capital of the Ming Dynasty, known as the world's first palace. It is not only the largest palace in the medieval world, it is also the blueprint of the Forbidden City in Beijing.

The Forbidden City in Beijing is well known and is one of the most famous scenic spots in China. It has a history of nearly 600 years. However, many people do not know that there is a Forbidden City in Nanjing, which is earlier than the Forbidden City in Beijing. It is called the big brother of the Forbidden City in Beijing. The Forbidden City in Beijing was built on the foundation of the Nanjing Forbidden City. Nanjing's Forbidden City, now known as the Ming Palace Museum Site, is located in the east of Nanjing city center and is the royal palace of the early Ming Dynasty. After Ming Dynastys Zhu Yuanzhang was settled in Nanjing, it began to be built in 1366 and was completed in 1392. It took 26 years before and after. The Ming Palace is large in size and covers an area of over 1 million square meters. It was the largest palace complex in the world more than 600 years ago. Ming Taizu Zhu Yuanzhang, Jianwen Emperor Zhu Yunxuan and Ming Taizong Zhu Xi both used this as the palace, which lasted for 54 years. Until 1421, Zhu Xi moved to Beijing, and Nanjings Forbidden City was stopped. After moving to Beijing, he still retained a set of official residences in Nanjing. The Ming Palace Museum Park is much smaller than the former Forbidden City. There are few buildings left. The large squares and green areas have become the place for local citizens to dance square dance. The greening is not bad. Between the green spaces, the stone foundations left in the Ming Dynasty are still visible. They used to be palaces.