The Most Beautiful Scenery in 13 Cities of Jiangsu Province II

Zhenjiang
Zhenjiang, also called Runzhou, is a historical city with charming lakes and mountains. Some historical and legendary stories were set in the city. Flooding the Jinshan Temple is one of the most captivating plots in the Tale of the White Snake, which is backgrounded with Jinshan Temple. In Xijindu, visitors can roam along the old street built in Tang and Song dynsties, witness stone pagoda in Yuan and Ming dynasties and pavilions of late Qing dynasty. Life here is very enjoyable especially in teahouses which provides tranquil and cozy time.

Yangzhou
Yangzhou, a city near the junction of the Grand Canal and Yangtze River (Yangtze River cruise), was once the economic and cultural center of south China. The city prospered on the salt trade and attracted merchants and artisans who established residences and gardens. Yangzhou’s scenery is mainly concentrated around the Grand Canal in the west parts of the city where you can find Slender West Lake, Daming Temple. The main shopping area radiates out from Wenchang Ge, an old bell tower in the center of city.
Suqian
Located in northern Jiangsu, Suqian is appointed as the “capital of China’s liquor”. It is the hometown of Xiangyu who was a prominent military leader and political figure during the late Qin Dynasty and his comcubine, Consort Yu. Emperor Qianlong once stopped here for six time when travelling in south China so Qianlong Temporary Palace is a must-see in Suqian. The main spots in Suqian include Zhang Mountain, Luoma Lake, Nanda Temple, Yellow River Park and the old Chu Street.

Yangcheng
Yangcheng is the birthplace of Huai Opera. Located in the eastern Jiangsu (a mecca for affordable China tours), it borders Lianyungang to the north, Huai’an to the west, Yangzhou and Taizhou to the southwest, Nantong to the south and looks out to the Yellow Sea to the east. The main attractions in the city contains Dazong Lake, Yongning Temple, free Yandu Temple and Anfeng Old Street. It is an optional place for packages of China vacation deals.
Huai’an
Huai’an, aka Chuzhou, is renowned as the “capital of China’s Grand Canal” and the birthplace of Huaiyang Cuisine. In Huai’an, you can pay a visit to Lie Mountain, Hongze Lake, Ciyun Temple, free Shaohu Lake and ancient Shangban Street.

Lianyungang
Located in the northeastern Jiangsu Province, Lianyungang is a slow city. At first you can be hard to adopt to the slow life here. But if you are used to the life here, you will feel sad to leave the city. You can rent a bike and ride around this seaport city. Besides riding in the city, you can visit Huaguo Mountain, Qiangwei Lake, Bixia Temple, free Cangwu Park and Nancheng Old Street.
Nantong
Nantong is an optional tourist destination for your popular China travel package. The attractions in the city include Langshan Mountain, Haohe Lake, Langshan Temple, free Binjiang Park and Shili Street.

Taizhou
Taizhou, aka Phoenix City, is one of historical and cultural city in Jiangsu with history of 2100 years. Over 700 years ago, Marco Polo travelled here and praised “the city is not great but all happiness of the world”. The attractions in the city include Gu Hill, Qin Lake, Guangxiao Temple, free Taishan Park and Old Street.
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