Linggu Temple Road
This is one of the best places to see phoenix trees. In summer, Linggu Temple Road is like a green tunnel of love, and in autumn, walking on both sides of the road with your loved one, with golden fallen leaves all over the ground and the sound of rustling leaves, is also quite romantic! Compared to Huanling Road and Zhongshan East Road, this road has less traffic, so it is particularly quiet and also suitable for taking memorable photos!
This area is quite obvious, but it only became a popular spot in Nanjing at the end of last year. In mid-November, the water cypresses in the lake and the red maples in the distance complement each other, forming a natural scenic belt. In fact, I came here to take photos in 2014 and 2015, and at that time, many people would ask me for the exact location on social media. It wasn't as popular as it was at the end of last year, thanks to many 'photographers'! This place is also called the 'Little Jiuzhaigou of Nanjing' by locals!
Republic of China Postal Museum
Often seen on maps as the post office in the Zhongshan Scenic Area, but can't find it? Actually, it's at the intersection of several roads, which makes it relatively hidden and small in scope. This used to be a place where Soong Mei-ling frequently sent letters, and it can be considered the front yard of the Sun Yat-sen Mausoleum. It has a history of over 80 years and was reopened as a museum in 2013 after being closed since the liberation.
Qianhu
Historically known as Yanque Lake, Nanjing's Qianhu is a natural lake comparable to Xuanwu Lake. In ancient times, it was called Houhu and is known for its beautiful scenery. It nestles against the Nanjing city wall, offering various landscapes in all directions. In recent years, the construction of greenways around the area has made it one of the favorite spots in the Zhongshan Scenic Area for cycling, morning exercises, and even photography enthusiasts.
Liuhui Pavilion
Nanjing locals habitually call this place the waterside pavilion. As the name suggests, it is surrounded by water on three sides, with the pavilion situated in the water. The calm lake surface reflects the Purple Mountain, making the waterside pavilion look like a beautiful oil painting. Regardless of the season—spring, summer, autumn, or winter—if the weather is good, the reflections add a unique charm. It is located on a straight line between the Sun Yat-sen Mausoleum and Linggu Temple, and the distance is not far.
