Qinhuai River
Nanjing Attractions
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Introduction to Qinhuai River As a branch of the great Yangtze River, Qinhuai River is 110 kilometers in length and covers a drainage area of 2,631 square kilometers. It is the largest river in the Nanjing City area and is called the 'life blood' of the city. Qinhuai River is remarkable in Chinese literature history. It is so fascinating that it inspires the imaginations of people both at home and abroad. There are many famous tourist attractions along the banks of the Qinhuai River, including Confucius Temple, Zhanyuan Garden, and Zhonghua Gate. You can choose to take a cruise by the painted boats and enjoy the sights along the river. |
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Location Qinhuai District, Nanjing |
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Main Sights Confucius Temple, Zhanyuan Garden, Zhonghua Gate |
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Travel Information Admission: Free Opening Hours: Open all day |
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Transportation 1. Take buses 4, 7, 15, 31, 40, 44, 62 or 304 getting off at Confucius Temple. |
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Travel Tips 1. Try to avoid visiting Qinhuai River during Golden Week and summer holidays where the crowds and number of visitors will be substantially higher than usual.
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