Nanjing Niushou Mountain | The Ultimate Guide! So Beautiful You'll Think You're Abroad!

Just back from Niushou Mountain, and I've compiled this comprehensive guide through tears! 😭 This place is so beautiful, you'll think you've traveled overseas. It's a breeze to take European-style photos! 📸 The Buddhist palace, built at a cost of 4 billion yuan, is definitely worth a visit! You won't regret it! 💯 📍Attraction Information: - Name: Nanjing Niushou Mountain Cultural Tourism Zone - Tickets: Adult tickets 160 yuan, Senior/Student tickets 80 yuan - Opening Hours: 8:30am–7:30pm, last entry at 6:00pm 🚪Which Gate to Enter? I highly recommend entering through the West Gate! - Reason: The West Gate is located halfway up the mountain, very close to Foding Palace. The shuttle bus takes only 2 minutes. 🚍 - Advantage: Fewer crowds, clean photo backgrounds, no need to worry about capturing hordes of tourists in your shots! 📸 - Tip: Arrive before the park opens at 8:30am, and take the shuttle bus directly to the foot of Foding Palace for just 10 yuan. It's easy and efficient! 💰 🚗Transportation: 1. Driving: Set your navigation to Niushou Mountain West Gate. The drive from downtown is about 40 minutes. 🚗 2. Taxi: A taxi from downtown to Niushou Mountain West Gate takes about 40 minutes and costs around 40 yuan one way, or about 80 yuan round trip. 🚖 3. Subway + Bus: - Subway Line 1: Exit 2 of Tianlongsi Station, transfer to bus 710, 712, or 755. 🚇 - Bus 710: Get off at Jiujiatang Station, cross the road and walk straight for 10 minutes to the West Gate. 🚌 - Bus 712/755: Get off at Niushou Mountain Scenic Area Station to reach the East Gate. 🚌 🎡Recommended Itinerary: 1. Foding Palace: A must-see! This magnificent Buddhist palace, built at a cost of 4 billion yuan, is a sight to behold. 🙏✨ (Go early for fewer crowds and better photo opportunities.) 2. Foding Pagoda: Climb the pagoda for stunning panoramic views of Niushou Mountain. 👀🌄 3. Foding Temple: Experience the tranquility and solemnity of Buddhist culture. 🙏🏯 4. Usnisa Vijnaptimatrata Temple: Immerse yourself in Zen Buddhist life and relax. 🧘‍♂️🍃 5. Niutou Chan Culture Park: Learn about Niutou Chan Buddhism and expand your knowledge. 📚 📸Photography Tips: - Foding Palace: Arrive before the 8:30am opening for the best photo opportunities with fewer crowds. 📸 - Foding Pagoda: Capture breathtaking panoramic views of Niushou Mountain from the top of the pagoda. 🌄 - Usnisa Vijnaptimatrata Temple: The lighting here is fantastic for artistic photos. 📸 - Niutou Chan Culture Park: The ancient architecture provides a perfect backdrop for traditional-style photos. 📸 🍽️Dining Recommendations: - Inside the park: Several restaurants and snack stalls offer simple meals. 🍜 - Downtown: For a wider selection, head back downtown to savor Nanjing specialties like duck blood vermicelli soup and salted duck. 🍲