Niushou Mountain: A Must-See Spring Destination in Nanjing

📆【Itinerary】 ⛱Must-see attractions: Foding Palace, Foding Temple, Foding Pagoda, Zheng He Culture Park, Yinlong Lake, Chanlin Road, Xunchan Path (Yue Fei's Anti-Jin Fortress), Niushou Square 📆 Itinerary: Day 1: Take Subway Line 1 from downtown Nanjing to Andemen Station, then transfer to Bus No. 755 to Niushou Mountain Scenic Area East Station. Visit Niushou Square and experience the grandeur of the entrance. Then, head to Foding Temple to admire the ancient and elegant Buddhist architecture. Afterward, climb Foding Pagoda for a panoramic view of Niushou Mountain. Finally, visit Foding Palace and explore the underground palace, which houses the Buddha's parietal bone relic and exquisite Buddhist art. Along the way, try Nanjing salted duck or duck blood vermicelli soup. Day 2: Take the scenic shuttle bus to Zheng He Culture Park to learn about the historical deeds of Zheng He, the Ming Dynasty navigator. Stroll along Chanlin Road and enjoy the tranquility of the mountain. Explore Xunchan Path, and see Yue Fei's Anti-Jin Fortress and the Ming Dynasty cliff carvings. Finally, visit Yinlong Lake and admire the beautiful scenery. Try the soup dumplings or vegetarian dishes. 🚗 Transportation: - Public transportation: Take Subway Line 1 to Andemen Station and transfer to Bus No. 755/712, or take Subway Line S1 to Hohai University·Focheng West Road Station and transfer to Bus No. 754. Both options lead directly to the east entrance of the scenic area. - Transportation within the scenic area: Purchase a shuttle bus ticket for CNY 20. The ticket is valid for the day of purchase and allows one ride per stop. 🌟 Highlights: - Immerse yourself in Buddhist culture and historical relics, such as Foding Palace and Foding Temple. - Experience the combination of nature and culture. Chanlin Road and Yinlong Lake are ideal for relaxation. - March is the "Spring Niushou" season, where you can experience intangible cultural heritage and traditional spring outing customs. 💰 Average cost per person: - Tickets: CNY 160 for adults, CNY 80 for students/seniors. - Transportation: approx. CNY 10/person for public transport, CNY 20/person for the scenic shuttle bus. - Food: CNY 50-100/person (recommended: salted duck, duck blood vermicelli soup, soup dumplings). 📌 Tips: - The scenic area closes at 5pm. Plan your visit to Foding Palace accordingly. - Wear comfortable athletic shoes, as some mountain paths are steep. - Download the "Niushou Mountain APP" or follow the official WeChat account for free audio guides. - March is a peak season. Arrive early to avoid crowds.