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Nanjing City Wall
Introducing Nanjing City Wall
Nanjing City Wall is one of the key historical and cultural remains of Ming Dynasty(1386) under state protection. Nanjing City Wall is a masterpiece of China's ancient architecture. Nanjing is one of the few cities in China that still have old city walls, and its City Wall is better preserved with most part still remained. Even though Nanjing City Wall has a history of about 600 years Nanjing City Wall is still spectacular and of great value in terms of cultural relics protection. It was the longest city wall in the world and the city enclosed by it remained the world's largest until the 17th century.
Nanjing City Wall Fast Facts
• Chinese Name: Nan Jing Ming Cheng Qiang 南京明城墙
• Best Time to Visit: March to May; September to October
• Recommended Visiting Hours: About 1 to 2 hours
• Things to Do: Photography, History and Culture, Architecture
• Opening Hours: 08:30 - 17:00 (Shence Gate to Taiping Gate & from Fugui Gate to Lanqi Street); 08:30 - 20:00 (East Water Pass to Jiqing Gate); All day (Qingliang Gate to Central Gate)
• Entrance Fee: CNY 30 (Shence Gate to Taiping Gate, including the City Wall Museum); CNY 10 (Fugui Mountain to Lanqi Street); CNY 50 (East Water Pass to Jiqing Gate, including the barbican of Zhonghua Gate); Free (Qingliang Gate to Central Gate)
• Address: Xuanwu District, Nanjing, Jiangsu Province
What to expect at Nanjing City Wall
With an original perimeter of about 35 kilometers (22miles), Nanjing City Wal has a height 14-21 meters (46-67 feet). The footing has a width of 14 meters (about 46 feet). The present remains have a length of about 21 kilometers (13 miles). Each brick weighs about 10 kilograms with a length of 40-50 centimeters, a width of 20 centimeters and a height of 10 centimeters. The bricks are inscribed with the names of officials who were responsible for the quality of the bricks. Up to 350 million bricks were used to build the wall.
Nanjing City Wall is made up of four parts. From the outside first there is Outer City, Inner City, Imperial City and Palace City. In 1390, Outer City was built with a length of 180 kilometers (112 miles) in a diamond shape to strengthen defenses though it does not exist any more and only the names of the 18 gates are still used now. Nanjing City Wall we can see today is mainly the relic of the Inner City. The Imperial City was built to protect the Palace City, which is nicknamed 'Forbidden City' as it is the centre of the four walls.
Nanjing City Wall is an important cultural relic for the inscriptions on the bricks. The inscriptions come in two forms. One is from scholars and officials, the other from the artisan or folk people. The characters of the former is beautiful and elegant and contains the major calligraphic styles, the origin of one of the characters styles even cannot be traced. From here, you can see how Chinese characters developed and understand the multiculturalism of the Ming Dynasty. These inscriptions act like a historical scroll, recording the changes of the wall over dynasties. It provides an indispensable record for the study of Nanjing history.
Getting up on the Nanjing City Wall, visitors can have great views of the Xuanwu Lake, Zijin Mountain and Intercontinental hotel tower from Jiming Temple, etc.
How to get to Nanjing City Wall
• Take Metro line 1 to Zhonghua Gate or Xuanwu Gate.
• Take bus 2, 16, 49, 63, 202, 302, 701, 706, D18 or G5 to Zhonghua Gate.
• Take bus 1, 8, 22, 25, 28, 30, 33, 35 or 56 to Xuanwu Gate.
• Take bus 10, 13, 30, 32, 33, 35. 42, 45, 54, 66, 69, 72, 73, 76, 315, 318, 501, 510, 555, or 558 to Central Gate.
• Rent a car/bus from GGC to enjoy a hassle free private transfer from hotels in Nanjing to Nanjing City Wall.
Additional travel advice on Nanjing City Wall
• Please wear comfortable hiking shoes.
• It’s suggested to visit the wall in the morning or during the sunset. Please wear sunscreen, hat and sunglasses to prevent sunburns in the daytime.
• To enjoy the night view of the city wall, visitors should buy the night tickets for the south section (East Water Pass to Jiqing Gate), and ascend the wall from the north gate of Zhonghua Gate.
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Tour Highlights
• Admire Sun Yat-sen Mausoleum, the final resting place of the founder of the Republic of China
• Explore Xiaoling Tomb of Ming Dynasty, the mausoleum of the Hongwu Emperor, the founder of the Ming dynasty
• Visit Chaotian Gong, once an imperial palace in the Ming dynasty, today the Nanjing Municipal Museum
• Visit Zhonghua Gate, China’s biggest castle-style city gate and part of Nanjing's original 35km long Ming City Wall
• Wander through the bustling streets around Confucian Temple Area, enjoy an impressive view over Qinhuai River
• Experienced English speaking tour guide
• Overland round-trip transfers with private chauffeur and in-transport refreshmentsAbout This Tour
• Departure: Daily departing from Nanjing
• Tour Duration: Approximately 8 hours.
• Guide Languages: Chinese & English.
• Pick-up Time: Between 07:00 and 10:00, choose a departure time most suitable for you.
• Pick-up & Drop-off Place: Your accommodation in Nanjing
• Advice on Meals: Lunch is not included in this tour, please have a big breakfast and pack snacks just in case you get a bit peckish during sightseeing. If you want to try authentic local food for lunch, please feel free to inform your guide who is always ready to help.Tour Itinerary at a Glance
• Pick up from your accommodation in Nanjing
• Visit Sun Yat-sen Mausoleum
• Visit Xiaoling Tomb of Ming Dynasty
• Lunch on your own
• Visit Chaotian Gong of Nanjing & Nanjing Municipal Museum
• Visit Zhonghua Gate (Ming Dynasty City Wall)
• Stroll along Confucian Temple Area
• Transfer back to your accommodation in Nanjing
Tailor This Tour to Meet Your Needs and Requirements
• If you want to modify this itinerary, please feel free to contact GoGrandChina by WhatsApp (+86-18309280878), Wechat (+86-18309280878) or email (info@GrandChinaTravel.com), we will create a tailor-made tour package for you.Tour Prices (US$ Per Person)
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Price Remark
• Prices are not valid during China's Official Holidays (such as National Day & Chinese New Year Festival etc.).
Price Inclusions
• Professional English language speaking private tour guide
• Air-conditioned vehicle with private experienced driver
• All admission tickets to sightseeing places
• All government taxesPrice Exclusions
• Hotel accommodation.
• Your personal expenses.
• Meals are excluded allowing you flexibility on menu.
• Travel insurance is not included. Please purchase before your trip to provide for any unforeseen circumstances.
• Gratuities to guide & driver. They are customary and would be of great encouragement and reward for quality service.Additional Info
• Nanjing Municipal Museum is closed on Monday tours.
• Confirmation will be received at time of booking.
• Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately.
• The itinerary is subject to change due to traffic conditions or bad weather.
• The itinerary is flexible; changes can be made upon written request from travelers.
• IMPORTANT: It is required by the government regulations that travelers must provide their name, gender, nationality, passport number and date of birth to their tour operator upon booking a tour. Failure to do so could result in being denied access or admittance to sites and attractions during sightseeing. When you book this tour, please complete all required fields at checkout. Please bring your passport with you on the tour.Cancellation Policy
• You may cancel the booking and receive a full refund up to 24 hours prior to the date of your tour.
• Cancellation within 24 hours or after the tour begins is non-refundable.
• Cancellation request will be confirmed in 2-5 business days, you will receive your refund within 14 working days.Why Travelers Have to Choose GoGrandChina Private Tours?
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• Choose your most suitable departure time, whether you are an early bird or you prefer sleeping in.
• GoGrandChina private tours are more flexible, allowing you to adjust everything on your trip to your wishes.
• GoGrandChina tour guides will be at your service to make sure you get the most from each destination. They are there for you and are responsible for making your journey special – and your needs always come first.
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• No shopping stops & factory visits, no chance of getting ripped off.
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