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Xuzhou Jiudingshan Wildlife Park
Xuzhou Jiudingshan Wildlife Park is located in Xuzhou, the central city of the Huaihai Economic Zone. The scenic spot has a superior geographical location, only 8.6 kilometers away from the Shuanggou East Exit of Xuming Expressway and a 30-minute drive from Guanyin Airport. Covering an area of 3,400 acres, it plans to exhibit 300 species of endangered and rare wild animals from all over the world, nearly 20,000 heads (pieces). As an important animal-themed cultural and tourism project in the Huaihai Economic Zone, Xuzhou Jiudingshan Wildlife Park relies on rich mountain and water resources to plan and build an immersive comprehensive resort integrating wildlife viewing, international circus performances, parent-child entertainment interaction, theme hotel experience, leisure sightseeing vacation, and science popularization research and education.The park is divided into three theme areas: the driving area, the walking area and the boat area. The driving area features large-scale wild animal grazing and African-themed tree houses. Visitors can not only drive to interact with animals at close range, but also stay overnight and become neighbors with giraffes. The walking area focuses on the animal exhibition hall, with eight areas: Parent-Child Paradise, Happy World, Fantasy Jungle, Valley Wonderland, National Treasure Home, Treetop Kingdom, African Impression and Elf Kingdom. Here are not only rare animals such as Siberian tigers, Asian elephants, giraffes, golden monkeys and zebras, but also exciting theater performances such as the International Circus. The boat area is highlighted by the Jurassic Exploration, traveling through the Rainforest Tracking, Mississippi Secret Forest, Archipelago Adventure and Strange Cave Glimpse, watching animals such as antelopes, scarlet ibis, red-crowned cranes, flamingos and so on along the way.Suining · 24.1 km from downtown
Shuiyue Temple
China. Suining Shuiyue Zen Temple (originally called Futu Temple) is located on the bank of Shuiyue Lake in the western suburbs of Suining. The temple covers an area of more than 300 acres and is now a national AAAA-level Attraction. The temple was first built in the late Eastern Han Dynasty. It has experienced wars, disasters, and rise and fall. The Zen temple was rebuilt in April 2011 and completed in October 2013. The construction of the Zen temple is based on the planning concept of "bringing wind and water, classical layout; simple architecture, Zen space". The architectural style is unique and ingenious, subverting people's fixed thinking mode of Buddhist architecture. The design perfectly combines Buddhist elements with architectural art, with unique expression techniques, more reasonable functions and layout, and realizes the perfect combination of Buddhist elements and modern architectural art, creating a unique Buddhist activity place in China. Because the temple is Souvenir by water, and because the belief in cause, effect, roundness and lack in Buddhism is like the moon, and the temple highlights the culture of Shuiyue Guanyin, the temple is named "Shuiyue Zen Temple". In November 2015, it was named one of the top nine religious buildings in the world at the World Architecture Festival held in Singapore.Suining · 4.5 km from downtown
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Suining · 4.9 km from downtown
Temporary Palace of Dragon King Temple
The Qianlong Palace is located in Zaohe Town on the south banks of Luoma Lake in the northwestern part of the city. It was built during the 23rd year of the reign of the Kangxi Emperor of the Qing Dynasty (1684). Aligned on a north-south axis and facing to the south, it features a symmetrical layout. A pair of stone lions stands at the front of the temple. The back of the temple still has a pair of drum and bell towers on the left and right sides; continuing north, visitors will encounter the uniquely styled Yubei Pavilion (commonly known as the Emperor's Umbrella Pavilion). Inside the pavilion the four sides of the stele have engraved poetry written by the Qianlong Emperor on his Southern Tour. Built atop a base of golden stone with a roof of glassy green tiles, the Hall of the Heavenly King embodies the theme of this group of ancient buildings. The Hall was used for making offerings. East and west, to either side of the Hall, there are two corridors of galleries as well as rows of ancient pines. Years ago, the scent of incense would have been very strong.Suqian · 21.2 km from Suining
Yaowan Ancient Town
Yaowan Ancient Town is a national 4A-level tourist Attraction located at the southwest edge of Xinyi City, at the intersection of the Beijing-Hangzhou Grand Canal and Luoma Lake. It is connected to the three cities and counties of Suqian, Suining and Pizhou. It is a nationally famous water town with a thousand-year history. It is known as "looking east to the sea, looking west to Pengcheng, looking south to Huaisi, and looking north to Taishan", "Golden Waterway Golden Triangle", "Northern Jiangsu Waters Better Than Jiangnan", and "Little Shanghai". Yaowan integrates ancient town landscape, waterscape, scenic spots and historical sites, and mythical wonderland, and has a high value for viewing, sightseeing and historical research. The thousand-year-old ancient town Yaowan has a long and splendid history and culture. According to historical records, this place was under the jurisdiction of Zhongwu State in the Eastern Zhou Dynasty. During the Qin and Han Dynasties, it was used as a kiln for military supplies. In the Tang Dynasty, it was located at the junction of Pizhou and Haizhou. Because there were many kilns Souvenir, it was called Yaowan. The thousand-year-old canal has hundreds of bays, and the golden section is in Yaowan; the thousand-year-old locust tree has witnessed the rise and fall of the ancient town Yaowan; the backyard sauce jar is carved with traces of the long years; the old-style buildings exude a strong cultural atmosphere. She is like Zhouzhuang in southern Jiangsu, with lakes and water, and connected by water networks; she is also like Pingyao in Shanxi, with ancient streets and alleys, and the culture has been passed down for thousands of years. Yaowan Ancient Town has a rich cultural and historical landscape. The ancient town was first built in the early Tang Dynasty. With the prosperity of the grain transport and salt industry in the Ming and Qing Dynasties, there were many shops, merchants, pedestrians on the streets, and boats on the water. In the ancient town, the city gates, towers, shops, courtyards, palaces, temples, and halls were built from the Song Dynasty to the Qing Dynasty. The ancient streets, houses, guild halls, workshops, businesses, warehouses, pawnshops, docks and other ancient town features still basically remain.Xinyi · 31.8 km from Suining
Mount Taishan
Crowned as "The King of the Five Sacred Mountains", Mount Tai has been one of China's most famous mountain peaks since ancient times. A large and impressive rock mass covering 25,000 ha and rising to 1,545 m above the surrounding plateau, Mount Taishan is considered one of the most beautiful scenic spots in China and was an important cradle of oriental East Asian culture since the earliest times. The mountain was an important object of the cult worship of mountains even before 219 BCE, when the Qin Emperor paid tribute to the mountain to inform the gods of his success in unifying all of China. Watching the sunrise and catching the spectacular sea of clouds are common activities that visitors engage in. You are also encouraged to explore the ancient sites, engravings, and religious temples to understand the role of Mount Tai in China's long history.China · Tai'an
SUQIAN SENDI SAFARI PARK
Suqian Sendi Wildlife World is the flagship core development project in the grand blueprint of Suqian Sendi Tourism Resort. The resort is dedicated to creating a large-scale comprehensive destination that integrates wildlife viewing, themed entertainment, eco-friendly vacations, and science education. It will progressively introduce more diversified leisure and vacation offerings to form a regional tourism cluster effect. As the inaugural project of the resort, Suqian Sendi Wildlife World represents a massive investment, covering nearly 2400 acres to become the largest wildlife theme park in northern Jiangsu. Designed with "immersive wildlife viewing" as its core concept, the park is meticulously planned into three themed zones to create a comprehensive visitor experience: Drive-through zone (northwest side): Visitors can drive their own vehicles or take park tour buses through vast simulated ecosystems like African savannas and Asian jungles, getting up close to freely roaming animal groups including giraffes, zebras, antelopes, and Siberian tigers, experiencing the primal wild charm. Walking area (south): Features multiple themed exhibits and ecological zones including the Giant Panda Pavilion, Primate Kingdom, and Tropical Bird Garden. Visitors can enjoy in-depth exploration with interactive experiences like animal behavior demonstrations, educational guides, and cute pet feeding. Boat tour area ("Safari Fantasy Drift"): Pioneering the amphibious touring experience, this attraction utilizes the park's abundant waterways. Visitors can cruise through wetland wonders, observing an ecological tapestry featuring black swans, pelicans, oriental white storks, and other waterfowl from a unique aquatic perspective. The park's design focuses on ecological habitat recreation, simulating animals' native environments while integrating advanced educational elements like animal conservation research centers, interactive science classrooms, and AR-guided tours, achieving a perfect blend of conservation, education, and entertainment.Suqian · 36.4 km from Suining
Santaishan National Forest Park
Santaishan National Forest Park is a large park surrounded by mountains and lush green forest. It is a popular weekend destination for families. The park's most popular attraction is Jinghu Lake, which has crystal-clear blue water and is surrounded by picturesque scenery. The park is particularly beautiful in spring when all kinds of flowers come into bloom. Camping is popular here during the summer.Suqian · 37.5 km from Suining
Slender West Lake
"In March when flowers bloom, head to Yangzhou." When visiting Yangzhou in spring, a trip to Slender West Lake is a must. This narrow stretch of waterway offers the perfect blend of natural beauty and cultural heritage. Stroll along the banks to admire scenic views, explore historic pavilions adorned with classical poetry and paintings, or cruise the lake by boat to experience the leisurely pleasure Emperor Qianlong once enjoyed during his royal visits. The attraction is quite expansive, stretching from the Great Rainbow Bridge in the southeast all the way north along the lake to Guanyin Mountain, passing dozens of attractions along the way. There are four main entrances (east, south, west, and north), with most visitors starting their tour at the south entrance on Great Rainbow Bridge Road. This renowned lakeside garden boasts breathtaking natural views. In spring, the area is shaded by lush willows and adorned with camellias, pomegranates, azaleas, and peach blossoms, attracting visitors from across the country to enjoy the seasonal blooms. For centuries, countless literati have lingered here, composing poetry and creating paintings that left behind numerous artistic treasures and stories. The site also features many landscape structures ingeniously designed to harmonize with its natural surroundings. The Five Pavilion Bridge in Shugang Slender West Lake Scenic Area is the iconic attraction with over 200 years of history. Featuring five wind pavilions atop, each of the bridge's fifteen arches cradles a moon during full moon nights. Another renowned attraction is the Twenty-Four Bridge, inspired by Du Mu's poetic line "Where is the jade-like beauty teaching flute-playing on the moonlit Twenty-Four Bridge?" While the original bridge no longer exists, visitors can admire its reconstructed version today. This was also a stop during Emperor Qianlong's southern tours in the Qing Dynasty. Architectural views like the Great Rainbow Bridge, Slender West Lake Scenic Area's Fishing Terrace, White Pagoda, and the Twenty-Four Bridges' Xichun Platform all bear inseparable historical anecdotes connected to Emperor Qianlong. During summer nights, the illuminated pavilions and moonlit reflections on the lake create a magical atmosphere. The nightlife experience here is entirely boat-based, offering a relaxing way to beat the summer heat while enjoying gentle lake breezes.China · Yangzhou
Nanjing Museum
Nanjing Museum is located at the southern foot of Purple Mountain and north of Zhongshan Gate. The museum is one of the earliest to be established in China. Here, you can see ancient artifacts like gold-threaded robes such as those depicted in “Grave Robbers' Chronicles” and you can enjoy exquisite painting and calligraphy and Ming treasures such as a gold-plated stupa. You can take a trip through time and even walk along the streets of the Warlord Era.China · Nanjing
Free things to do in Suining
Xuzhou Jiudingshan Wildlife Park
Suining · 24.1 km from downtownImmediate access, Book now for todayShuiyue Temple
Suining · 4.5 km from downtownhui ning bai tang he shi di gong yuan
Suining · 4.9 km from downtownTemporary Palace of Dragon King Temple
Suqian · 21.2 km from SuiningYaowan Ancient Town
Xinyi · 31.8 km from SuiningImmediate access, Book now for today, Cancel anytimeMount Taishan
China · Tai'anImmediate access, Book now for today, Cancel anytimeSUQIAN SENDI SAFARI PARK
Suqian · 36.4 km from SuiningImmediate access, Book now for todaySantaishan National Forest Park
Suqian · 37.5 km from SuiningImmediate access, Book now for today, Cancel anytimeSlender West Lake
China · YangzhouImmediate access, Book now for today, Cancel anytimeNanjing Museum
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What travelers say about Suining
Anonymous userOctober 5, 2026
5.0
Xuzhou Jiudingshan Wildlife Park is a great place for a family trip! The park is quite large, divided into drive-through and walking areas. Taking the mini-train allows you to get up close to zebras, alpacas, black bears, and tigers, and you can even feed the animals – it's incredibly interactive. The animals are lively, and the park is clean and tidy.
Xuzhou Jiudingshan Wildlife Park
50808June 2, 2022
5.0
The construction of Shuiyue Zen Temple is centered on the planning concept of "wind and water, classical layout; simple architecture, Zen space". The architectural style is unique and ingenious, which subverts people's fixed thinking mode about Buddhist architecture. The design perfectly combines Buddhist elements with architectural art. The expression method is relatively unique, and the function and layout are more reasonable. It realizes the perfect combination of Buddhist elements and modern architectural art, and creates a unique Buddhist activity venue in China.
Shuiyue Temple
M49***81September 1, 2020
5.0
The wetland park is free, with a beautiful environment and egret habitat. Many people exercise in it. My hometown has developed really well in recent years👍
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_We***53May 17, 2026
5.0
A national cultural relic site, this is a Qing Dynasty northern palace-style architectural complex. Construction began during the Shunzhi period, and Emperor Qianlong stayed here during his five trips to the south of the Yangtze River. He wrote poems, built pavilions, and erected steles. As it was a royal palace, it was of high standard, large scale, and well-preserved.
Temporary Palace of Dragon King Temple
白驹幕府过隙August 4, 2026
4.0
This town is located east of Xuzhou and is currently undergoing expansion.
There aren't many tourists, probably because there's an entrance fee.
It's okay to stop by for a quick visit, but not worth making a special trip for.
Yaowan Ancient Town
M32***47October 17, 2026
5.0
How could I possibly miss a trip to Mount Tai in my lifetime? And since I was there, how could I not challenge myself at night? I climbed to the top in over four hours, then huddled around like a beggar, finding places to sleep, hahaha, what an amazing experience!
Mount Taishan
M25***43July 8, 2026
5.0
Today's visit to the zoo was quite nice. The drive-through experience was excellent, and I saw all the animals I wanted to see. The shows were also very entertaining. I'll definitely come again next time I have the chance.
SUQIAN SENDI SAFARI PARK
M26***ecJune 20, 2026
5.0
There are flower fields at Rainbow Bridge in June and July; they're very beautiful, but be sure to wear sunscreen.
The lotus flowers at Mirror Lake are also beautiful. It's a great place for a family stroll.
The scenic area's mini-train route has serious issues, causing you to miss most of the flower fields. To see the flowers, get off at the Children's Park station, then walk to the next intersection and turn left; that's the flower field at Rainbow Bridge (the mini-train will turn right at the intersection).
Alternatively, go to Mirror Lake station to see the lotus flowers. Don't go to the flower field on the left-hand side at Mirror Lake station; there are no flowers there this season. Go to the lake on the right-hand side; walk around the viewing platform to reach Mirror Lake.
Santaishan National Forest Park
流浪南京October 17, 2026
4.0
The garden is too small and not good value for money. The interactive entertainment options aren't really suitable for people in their 40s and 50s. Also, the food options are really limited; there's nothing particularly good to eat. Otherwise, it's just a typical Jiangnan-style garden experience.
Slender West Lake
Anonymous userOctober 16, 2026
5.0
We were very fortunate that our top guide today was Ms. Dong Ling. Her professional expertise was solid; she didn't just recite from memory. She eloquently explained the stories and archaeological backgrounds behind each of the museum's treasures, making dry history vivid and easy to understand. My son and I deeply experienced the thousand-year history of Nanjing. Highly recommended!
Nanjing Museum
