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Nanjing
Nanjing, an ancient
metropolis of six different dynasties, is a city with mountains,
waters and green trees. Nanjing took shape at the confluence of
the Yangtse river and Qinhuaihe rivers. The Yangtse River rushes
from southwest towards the Stone Hill which is strategically located
and difficult to access.
The Six Dynasties (from the beginning
of the 3rd century to the end of the 6th century) were the prime
period of Nanjing. After the downfall of Western Jin, North China
was reigned by chieftains of some nomads. Many aristocrats, men
of letters, craftsmen thronged to the south, promoting the development
of culture, economy, and crafts and technology. Nanjing, the biggest
city of the time became a new cultural center in ancient China.
The modern new Nanjing
is the economic and cultural center in the lower reaches of the
Yangtse River.
Taiping Museum
Located in Zhanyuan
Garden, the museum has an exhibition area of 1,200 square meters.
It was built in October 1956 for the 100th anniversary of the Taiping
Rebellion.
Qinhuai
Scenic Belt in Nanijing
During 229 and 589,
the scenic belt along the Qinhuai River was a gathering place of
businessmen and men of letters. There are many scenic spots and
places of historical interest, including the Confucian Temple, the
Examination Office in the Ministry of Rites, Taoye Ferry, and Wuyi
Lane. It is an ideal place for sightseeing, shopping, local snacks,
and recreation.
Nanjing History Museum
Established in 1950,
the museum was designed by the Chinese famous architect Liang Sicheng.
It is located on East Zhongshan Road at Zhongshan Gate, with an
area of 10,000 square meters.
Nanjing Museum
Located within the Chaotian
Palace, the museum covers an area of 70,000 square meters, with
a collection of more than 60,000 relics and 10,000 historical records
and documents in modern China. The majority of the relics were unearthed
in Nanjing, especially from the tombs of the six dynasties and the
Ming Dynasty.
Ming City Wall & the Gate
Built in the early Ming
Dynasty, the city wall in Nanjing is 10 kilometers long from north
to south, 5.67 kilometers wide, and 12 meters tall. Zhonghua Gate
is the largest city gate in Nanjing.
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