Nanjing's hidden gem, Bailuzhou Park.

👏 Bailuzhou Park is one of the "Forty Scenic Spots of Jinling." It was the back garden of the Xu family, a family of meritorious officials during the Yongle period of the Ming Dynasty, and is also known as Xu Zhongshan Garden. 👏 The park has a lake island called Bailu Island, which is surrounded by water on all sides. The island is home to Xiexiu Pavilion, which offers a panoramic view of Bailuzhou from the lakeside pavilion. It is also a great spot for taking photos. The island is also mentioned in Li Bai's poem, "Three mountains fall beyond the blue sky, two rivers divide Bailuzhou." Don't miss the bamboo path that leads to the lotus pond (the best time to visit is from June to August, when the lotus leaves and flowers sway in the wind). ‼️ If you have time, don't miss Jiufeng Zen Temple in the northeast corner. The temple has a history of over 1,600 years and was built in the fifth year of the Tianshun period of the Ming Dynasty. It is said to be named in honor of the famous Tang Dynasty monk Jiufeng. The temple's drum tower and yellow walls are ancient and elegant, and the incense burner emits a faint blue smoke. You can quietly admire the unique ancient architecture and stone carvings. 👏 (Note: Closes at 5:00 pm) 📍 Address: No. 1 Bailu Village, Pingjiangfu Road, Qinhuai District 🚌 Bus: Bus 23, 26, 33, 38, 43, 81, 87, 88, 301, 304, 703, 706 (Wudingmen Station) Subway: Line 3, Wudingmen Station 🚗 Self-driving: West Gate Parking Lot or Zhonglian Commercial Plaza Underground Parking Lot ⏳ Opening hours: 6:00 am–10:00 pm / Visit time: 2 hours Many ancient-style photos are taken here. It is recommended to visit in the early morning or evening when the light is soft. The stone corridor bridge and docked boats make for a beautiful scene. 🎫 Tickets: No reservation or ticket required.