Nanshan Scenic Area
南山风景区（招隐寺·竹林寺）
An urban forest on the southern outskirts of the city, where Zhaoyin Temple and Zhulin Temple are hidden among the trees. The Prince Zhaoming reading terrace and the hermitage of Dai Yong are also here.
Nanshan Scenic Area lies south of downtown Zhenjiang and is made up of the Zhaoyin, Zhulin, and Jiashan districts. It is a representative example of an 'urban mountain forest' with high forest cover. Zhaoyin Temple is said to be the former hermitage of Dai Yong in the Southern Dynasties. Prince Zhaoming, Xiao Tong, once studied here and compiled the Wenxuan anthology. Zhulin Temple is surrounded by deep bamboo groves. The park has criss-crossing trails suitable for half a day of hiking or cycling, and other attractions include Wenyuan and Helin. A taxi from downtown takes about 15 minutes.
Opening hours
About 08:00–17:00
Nearby sights
- Mengxi Garden
- Former Residence of Pearl S. Buck
- Zhenjiang Museum
- Boxian Park
- Beigu Mountain
- Xijindu Ancient Ferry Street
- Yanchun Restaurant
- Jinshan Temple (Jiangtian Temple)