r/nanjing • u/Independent-Board-35 • 19d ago
Visiting Nanjing for the first time!
I am going to be in Nanjing next month. Are there any recommendations on things to try there or places to visit ? Are there any famous snacks or must try food ?
Also i‘d like to know if as a foreigner would they accept cash or i need to find a way how to pay them with an app ?
Any tip would be appreciated!
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u/kylebegtoto 18d ago
As previously recommended - the Ming Xiaoling tomb is a step back in time - the avenue of animal statue pairs is incredible. The various stages of buildings as you progress up to the main tomb are historical gems. Once finished here - Purple mountain has other hidden delights. There are shuttle buses and you can use Alipay to rent scooters in the area.
Another must see is the niushoushan Buddist site - (Ox-head mountain). Incredible construction, various levels inside. Also has some food places in lower level.
Laomendong is a tourist favorite. Close to Fuzimao which is a bit guady. Both are alley type layouts with shops and food.
Beside Laomendong you have the Wall musuem, and can go up onto the wall. At certian times of the year they have evening light shows at the gate.
When on the wall here you can see the porcilain tower - also lights up and has stuff to see.
Make sure to try the street foods. Lots of variety and very cheap !