The Legendary Story of a Classical Garden

【Attraction】Taiping Heavenly Kingdom History Museum (Zhan Garden) 【Address】128 Zhan Garden Road, Qinhuai District, Nanjing, Jiangsu 【Hours】Day: 8:30-17:00, Night: 17:00-21:00 【Transportation】Exit from Exit 4 of Sanshan Street Station on Subway Line 1, then walk 490 meters. *Zhan Garden not only preserves the style and architectural features of Ming and Qing dynasty gardens, but is also the oldest Ming dynasty classical garden in Nanjing, earning the reputation as the premier garden of Jinling. Whether you're a history enthusiast or someone who appreciates beautiful scenery, Zhan Garden is worth a visit. *The garden scenery is picturesque, with rockeries, lush trees and flowers, and clear lake waters creating a series of captivating scenes. Walking through the garden, you can almost hear the echoes of history and feel the passage of time. *Zhan Garden carries rich historical and cultural significance, once being the mansion of Xu Da, a founding general of the Ming Dynasty, and later the residence of Yang Xiuqing, the East King of the Taiping Heavenly Kingdom. Here, you can experience the vicissitudes and changes of history. *Zhan Garden is also a paradise for photography enthusiasts. Whether in traditional costume or modern attire, you can capture unforgettable photos here. The pavilions, corridors, and lakeside areas all make excellent shooting locations. *Visitor tips: 1. Audio guides are available for rent at the south gate entrance. Ask at the information desk, and remember to pick up an exhibition brochure at the entrance - following it will make your visit much more efficient. 2. The scenic area has abundant vegetation and many mosquitoes in summer, so it's advisable to bring anti-itch spray.