Nanjing Tours

One of the important historical cities in China, Nanjing is the capital of Jiangsu Province. The city served as erstwhile capital of China during the rule of six ancient dynasties and of the Republic of China, and is counted among the Four Great Ancient Capitals of China. Having remained a hub of education, research, transportation and tourism throughout its history, Nanjing receives huge footfalls all through the year.

Located in Yangtze River’s downstream drainage basin and Delta economic zone, Nanjing is one of the most sought after tourist destinations in China. Endowed with a unique charm, the city is home to numerous cultural sites and enchanting natural environs that are perfectly blended together. Every year, millions of tourists embark on Nanjing Tours and return home with a memorable experience.

One of the major highlights of Nanjing is its brilliant cultural heritage. Besides being home to an array of historical sights, memorials and museums, the city also draws tourists from far and wide with its entrancing natural beauty and rich culture. Most famous among the tourist attractions in Nanjing is the Confucius Temple (Fuzimiao), built to commemorate the Great Sage in China. The temple is not only revered highly as a memorial place, but its surrounding areas are equally fascinating, with the bustling shops, restaurants and a snack street that is housed in traditional Chinese architectural buildings.

Among other sightseeing places that must be visited while on Nanjing Tours is the Nanjing Museum located in the city center. Boasting of a rich and varied collection of over 420 thousand pieces, of which about 2,000 are rare and priceless, the museum is a visual treat for visitors. To the east of the city center is located the observatory on Zijinshan Mountain, which was the first modern observatory to be built in China.

Venture into the southwest part of Nanjing city, where the Qin Huai River flows swiftly, reverberating with stories of the past, present and future of the city. Extending for one hundred kilometers, this river constituted the most flourishing part of Nanjing in olden times. A beautiful site which is believed to have nurtured many a beauty and romance, the river flows as a proud reminder of the old splendor of this historical city

Over the recent years, Nanmjing has undergone immense changes to evolve as a bustling metropolis, analogous to Shanghai and Beijing. Replete with skyscrapers, luxury hotels, swanky shopping malls, supermarkets and all the makings of a cosmopolitan hub, today’s Nanjing is an international metropolis with new faces every day.