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Enter from the main gate on Changjiang Road, follow the central axis through the halls, then explore the gardens.
Suggested Itinerary
- The main gate and axis
Enter through the 1930s gate and walk the central axis through the administrative halls. - Sun Yat-sen's office
Visit the modest 1912 office where the Republic of China was founded. - The gardens
Explore the Ming-era gardens and the Taiping Lake at the heart of Xu Garden.
What to See
1
Sun Yat-sen's Office
The simple desk and chairs where the first president of the Republic of China worked.
2
The Grand Hall
The presidential inauguration hall with its coffered ceiling.
3
The Ming Rockery Garden
A classical garden of pierced rocks, pavilions and a lotus pond.
4
The Taiping Throne Hall
A reconstructed Taiping-era throne hall (the original was destroyed in 1864).
5
The Corridor of Photographs
Historical images documenting every era of the palace.
6
The Taiping Lake
The lotus pond with its stone boat, at the heart of Xu Garden.
Photo Gallery
Tips from Real Travelers
Food & Drink
The 1912 district
The adjacent Republic-era block has cafes, restaurants and bars.
Changjiang Road dining
The surrounding streets have local Nanjing restaurants.
Xinjiekou (10 min metro)
The city centre with the full range of dining.
Confucius Temple area
Metro to the old town for riverside dining and snacks.
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