Lion Mountain Scenic Zone

Lion Mountain is located in Xiaguan District of Nanjing, bordering the Yangtze River. As "One of the 48 famous Scenic Spots in Ancient Nanjing", it is called "Magnificent View of Lion Mountain".

There are numerous cultural and historical sites in Lion Rock Scenic Zone including Yuejiang Tower, Jinghai Temple and Tianfei Palace. And Yuejiang Tower is on the top of the Lion Mountain, where you can capture the epic scene of the vast Yangtze River. While looking at the other side, you will have a panoramic view of Nanjing city.

Powerful and Prosperous Ming Empire

Many of the images and sites that make up the worldview of Chinese culture were begun in the Ming Dynasty. Most notably, the current and completed version of the Great Wall, the architectural style represented by the Forbidden City and the popular blue and white porcelain creations.