Jiming Temple walls framed by spring blossoms

Kasuga Castle North · NANJING

Jiming Temple and Taicheng

A short road connects the ancient temple, cherry blossoms, city walls and Xuanwu Lake.

areaXuanwu District
Recommended timeRecommended 2-3 hours
suitableSpring, light hiking, urban photography

Why it’s worth watching this

During the flowering season, Jimingsi Road becomes the busiest spring scene in Nanjing. If you want to preserve the experience, arriving early in the morning is more important than any photography skills.

This route is worth taking even if it’s not during cherry blossom season. The yellow walls of the ancient temple, the gray bricks of Taicheng and the water surface of Xuanwu Lake form a very typical set of urban colors in Nanjing.

The key points of this journey

  • Jimingsi Road
  • Ancient Jiming Temple
  • Liberation Gate
  • Taicheng

Reminder before departure

  • The experience is better in the early morning on weekdays during the flowering period
  • Please be quiet and dress appropriately when visiting the temple.
  • Can be combined with the Xuanwu Lake half-day route

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