Only locals in Nanjing know about the offbeat routes, and my social circle is bombarded with questions

A 30-year local resident has compiled an offbeat citywalk route for enjoying autumn! The 600-year-old Drum Tower, the 300-year-old ginkgo tree, the artistic streets behind Nanjing University, the classic view of Zifeng Tower at Xiqiao, and the recently popular Yihe Road. 'Route' (Exit from Drum Tower Station Exit 6) Drum Tower Park -→ Jin Yin Street -→ Xiqiao -→ Yihe Road 'Mileage' The whole journey is 2-3km, a comfortable and non-tiring citywalk route 'Highlights' Drum Tower Park: No admission fee, free park, over 600 years of history, over 300 years old ginkgo tree, and a spot where the old and the new coexist! Great for both portrait and landscape photography! The ginkgo tree is expected to be at its most beautiful from late November to mid-December Opening hours: 8 am to 5 pm Jin Yin Street: A successful example of old street renovation in Nanjing, and it's right behind Nanjing University, so it's very stylish, with many small and medium-sized coffee shops where you can sit and relax. Xiqiao: The spot in front of Ninghai Middle School has now become a popular spot for internet celebrities, and it's usually crowded in the afternoon! It's indeed a great spot for portrait photography! The Zifeng Tower in the background is very impressive! Yihe Road: Internet celebrity tree spot: Now you have to queue up to take pictures! But it's indeed very photogenic! The Yihe Road sign landmark, be sure to take a photo to record it Pioneer Bookstore, the architectural light and shadow in the sun are absolutely amazing!