Qixia District, Nanjing

Name: Qixia District
Address: Nanjing, China

#85 among attractions in Nanjing

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Qixia District is one of 11 districts of Nanjing, the capital of Jiangsu province, China, straddling both sides of the Yangtze River. ()

Alternative names: Area: 129.48 mi²Coordinates: 32°5'57"N, 118°54'15"E

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Nearby attractions include: Sun Yat-sen Mausoleum, Ming Xiaoling Mausoleum, Sun Yat-sen Mausoleum Music Stage, Qixia Temple.

4.2 miSW
Tomb of one of modern China's founders
Sun Yat-sen Mausoleum, Nanjing
108 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...
4.8 miSW
Ming Dynasty tomb with many statues
Ming Xiaoling Mausoleum, Nanjing
124 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...
4.3 miSW
Museum, Cemetery
Sun Yat-sen Mausoleum Music Stage, Nanjing
110 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.
4.8 miNE
Buddhist architecture, Temple
Qixia Temple, Nanjing
123 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...
4.9 miSW
Park, Zoo
Nanjing Underwater World, Nanjing
125 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...
3.6 miSW
Temple
Linggu Temple, Nanjing
93 min walk • Linggu Temple is a famous Buddhist temple in Nanjing. It is now surrounded by a large park.
5.4 miSW
Park
Xiamafang Ruins Park, Nanjing
137 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
Observatories and planetariums
Purple Mountain Observatory, Nanjing
143 min walk • The Purple Mountain Observatory, also known as Zijinshan Astronomical Observatory is an astronomical observatory located on the Purple Mountain in the east of Nanjing.
5.2 miSW
China's first national botanical garden
Nanjing Botanical Garden, Nanjing
132 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.
4.2 miSW
Museum
National Revolutionary Army Memorial Cemetery, Nanjing
107 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.
5.5 miNE
Nature, Mountain, Natural attraction
Qixia Mountain
141 min walk • Qixia Mountain is a mountain in the northeast part of Nanjing, Jiangsu Province, China. In the Southern Dynasties, there was a Qixia cottage in the mountain, so the mountain's name Qixia derived from it.