Board a painting boat at sunset and return at nightfall to a scene of fading lights.

The Qinhuai River, Nanjing's "Mother River," has been the heart of the city's development since the Six Dynasties period. The ancient architectural complexes along its banks, such as the Confucius Temple and Jiangnan Examination Hall, not only bear witness to the imperial examination system but also embody the literati's ideal of a "world literary center." Shops line the ten-mile-long street, and the "Qinhuai Lantern Festival" tradition, formed during the Ming and Qing dynasties, continues to this day, making this place a symbolic landmark of both material and spiritual prosperity.

The night view of the Qinhuai River is like a magnificent painting scroll slowly unfolding. The tranquil river and the ancient buildings on both sides, in a world interwoven with light and shadow, seem to transport people back to the golden age when literati gathered and enjoyed poetry and wine in their youth. The Qinhuai River at night is intoxicatingly beautiful!

A boat tour of the Qinhuai River is divided into the Inner and Outer Qinhuai River. The Outer Qinhuai River cruise starts at the Dabaoren Temple and mainly tours the Ming City Wall. The Inner Qinhuai River is the essence of the ten-mile Qinhuai, especially the Inner Qinhuai East Line, where ancient architecture and modern lighting intertwine, making it a must-visit route in Jinling.

👍 Most Recommended: Inner Qinhuai River - East Line
⚓️ Boarding Point: Yangchi Wharf
🛶 Cruise Route: Yangchi Wharf → Bailuzhou Park → Colorful Water Street → Water Street → East Water Gate → Fucheng Bridge → Yangchi Wharf
⏰ Time: 9:00-22:00, night tour 18:30-22:00 (The night tour start time depends on sunset, currently 18:30, entry closes at 21:30).
🚣‍♀️ Duration: Approx. 40 mins
🚉 Transportation: Subway Line 3 to Fuzimiao Station, then walk approx. 400m.
🎫 Tickets: Day tour 100, night tour 120. Here's the key: The last day tour boat departs at 18:20 and costs 100. Board as the sun sets (photos 1-3), and return during the most beautiful blue hour of twilight.
🌟 Highlights: Classic route, the same route Zhu Ziqing took, with dazzling lanterns along the river and ancient buildings reflected on the water, as if traveling back to the golden age of Jinling!

Post by Mellifluouswhisper | Apr 14, 2025