Nanjing's "Underground Stone Cave Theater" — Hiking + Exploration + Food and Shopping for only 200 RMB per person!

1. Transportation Guide (Low-cost Direct Access)

- Public Transport: Take Metro Line 2 to Muxuyuan Station, then transfer to the scenic area shuttle bus (10 RMB/person), or take a taxi directly in 20 minutes, fare about 30 RMB.

- Self-driving: Navigate to "Nanjing XX Stone Cave Scenic Area," free parking available, perfect for weekend family or friends outings.

2. Accommodation Recommendations (High Cost-Performance Options)

- Budget: Homestays around the scenic area, 80-150 RMB per person per night, mostly traditional Chinese courtyard style, within 10 minutes walking distance to the scenic area.

- Comfortable: Chain hotels near Confucius Temple in the city, 200-300 RMB per person per night, enjoy Qinhuai River night views in the evening, reachable within 1 hour by metro to the scenic area.

3. Food Expenses (50 RMB per person to taste authentic flavors)

- Must-try snacks:

- Firewood Wontons: Small stall at the scenic area entrance, 10 RMB per bowl, thin skin and large filling, perfectly paired with chili oil.

- Plum Blossom Cake: Choose between red bean paste or purple sweet potato filling, 5 RMB each, sticky and delicious when eaten hot.

- Recommended Meals:
Farmhouse restaurants near the scenic area, 40-60 RMB per person, recommended dishes include "Braised Bamboo Shoots with Pork" and "Wild Vegetable Tofu Soup," fresh ingredients and generous portions.

4. Highlights

- Explore the Mountain Stone Caves: Multi-layered arched structures perfect for photos, like stepping into a "real-life Tomb Raider scene," photography enthusiasts don’t miss the aerial drone shots!

- Mountain Hiking and Oxygen Boost: Hike along the forest trails around the stone caves, easy difficulty level, "too slow even for dog walking," beginners can easily handle it.

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