Nanjing

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How to get around

The airport serving Nanjing is located in Lukou, about 35 kilometres from the city centre. Reaching Nanjing from here couldn't be easier. The fastest method is the metro: just take the S1, which connects Lukou airport to the Nanjing South Station, making several intermediate stops. Tickets cost 7 yuan, less than one euro. Of course, taxis and buses are other options, however, they cost a little more. Once you are in the city, the metro makes it really easy to get around: it features 6 lines and takes you almost anywhere.

Places of interest

Any visit to Nanjing must begin at the Chaotian Palace, the construction of which began almost 2,500 years ago. It is a complex of buildings, with Wen Temple towering at the centre, a structure built entirely out of precious materials. Admission is free and it is really worth a visit. The Confucian Temple was built in 1034, although the last reconstruction dates back to 1984. The temple is huge, completely overlooking the Yangtze river; it features numerous shops and restaurants, as well as a number of exhibition rooms. The Panoramic area of the Línggu Temple, what remains of the Ming Palace and the area called Nanjing 1912, which includes numerous historic buildings and is effectively the beating heart of the city's nightlife, are must-see sites.

Typical bars and restaurants

Visitors seeking famous flavours definitely need to visit these two streets, located in the city centre. In the surrounding areas, it's easy to find restaurants specifically dedicated to tourists: Shanghai Lu and Shigu Lu. Those who want to savour the local cuisine can spend an evening in Nanjing 1912, a neighbourhood overflowing with typical bars and restaurants. Recommended restaurants include He Xiang Hui on Bejing West Road, Wan Li on Aoti Street, JiangNan Wok on Zhnongyang Road and Le Shang on Hankou Lu.