Xianlin University City, Nanjing

Name: Xianlin University City
Address: Nanjing, China

#105 among attractions in Nanjing

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Xianlin University City, colloquially known as Xianlin, is a community in Nanjing, China, featuring a bunch of leading higher education institutions. It is located in the middle of Qixia District and to the northeast of Purple Mountain, 15 kilometers from Xinjiekou, the central business area of the city. Planned in 1995 and established in 2002, Xianlin is the earliest university city in China, followed by other famous higher education hubs like Songjiang University City and Guangzhou University City. Xianlin is the home to 12 higher education institutions, such as Nanjing University, Nanjing Normal University, and Nanjing University of Posts and Telecommunications, enabling them to share academic resources conveniently. ()

Local name: 仙林大学城 Coordinates: 32°5'56"N, 118°54'47"E

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Nearby attractions include: Nanjing Museum, Sun Yat-sen Mausoleum, Ming Xiaoling Mausoleum, Sun Yat-sen Mausoleum Music Stage.

6.6 miSW
Museum, History museum
Nanjing Museum, Nanjing
169 min walk • Nestled within the heart of the ancient capital city of Nanjing, the Nanjing Museum stands as a beacon of culture and history. Established in 1933, the museum is one of the largest in China, encompassing a vast collection that spans multiple dynasties and showcases the...
4.6 miSW
Tomb of one of modern China's founders
Sun Yat-sen Mausoleum, Nanjing
118 min walk • Nestled in the verdant embrace of Purple Mountain in Nanjing, the Sun Yat-sen Mausoleum stands as a solemn tribute to the father of modern China, Dr. Sun Yat-sen. This revered site, not merely a cemetery but a symbol of profound respect, is a pilgrimage destination for...
5.3 miSW
Ming Dynasty tomb with many statues
Ming Xiaoling Mausoleum, Nanjing
135 min walk • Nestled in the scenic foothills of Purple Mountain in Nanjing, China, lies the Ming Xiaoling Mausoleum, an enduring testament to the grandeur of the Ming dynasty. Constructed in the late 14th century, this sprawling cemetery complex serves as the final resting place of...
4.7 miSW
Museum, Cemetery
Sun Yat-sen Mausoleum Music Stage, Nanjing
120 min walk • Nestled within the scenic Purple Mountain in Nanjing, China, the Sun Yat-sen Mausoleum Music Stage is a cultural landmark steeped in historical significance. This music stage is part of the greater Sun Yat-sen Mausoleum complex, a museum dedicated to the memory of Dr.
4.5 miNE
Buddhist architecture, Temple
Qixia Temple, Nanjing
115 min walk • Nestled within the lush greenery of Qixia Mountain in the northeastern outskirts of Nanjing, China, lies the historic Qixia Temple, a serene sanctuary that has stood the test of time. This ancient Buddhist temple, established during the Southern Dynasties in 489 AD, is...
5.3 miSW
Park, Zoo
Nanjing Underwater World, Nanjing
135 min walk • Nestled within the bustling city of Nanjing, China, lies a marine sanctuary that offers residents and tourists alike a glimpse into the mysteries of the deep. Nanjing Underwater World is not just a zoo but an aquatic wonderland that provides an immersive experience for...
4 miSW
Temple
Linggu Temple, Nanjing
102 min walk • Linggu Temple is a famous Buddhist temple in Nanjing. It is now surrounded by a large park.
5.7 miSW
Park
Xiamafang Ruins Park, Nanjing
146 min walk • The Xiamafang Ruins Park is located at the southern foot of Purple Mountain in Xuanwu District, Nanjing. The name of the park comes from the Ming Tomb. The Ming Tomb is the tomb burying Ming Taizu and his queen together. Ming Taizu appointed Xiaoling Guard there to garrison it from interference.
5.6 miSW
China's first national botanical garden
Nanjing Botanical Garden, Nanjing
143 min walk • The Nanjing Botanical Garden Memorial Sun Yat-Sen, established in 1929, became the first national botanical garden in China. The original name, 'Botanical Garden Memorial Sun Yat-Sen', commemorated Dr.
5.5 miSE
Obelisk
Yangshan Quarry
142 min walk • The Yangshan Quarry is an ancient stone quarry near Nanjing, China. Used during many centuries as a source of stone for buildings and monuments of Nanjing, it is preserved as a historic site.
4.5 miSW
Museum
National Revolutionary Army Memorial Cemetery, Nanjing
116 min walk • The National Revolutionary Army War Memorial Cemetery in Nanjing was used for burials between 1931 and 1935. It is located at Purple Mountain in the east of Nanjing, and lies west of the Sun Yat-sen Mausoleum, occupying about one square kilometer.