About Zhenjiang
A Brief Introduction of Zhenjiang
Zhenjiang, formally romanized as Chinkiang, is a
prefecture-level city in Jiangsu Province, China. It lies on the
southern bank of the Yangtze River near its intersection with
the Grand Canal. It is opposite Yangzhou (to its north) and
between Nanjing (to its west) and Changzhou (to its east).
Zhenjiang was formerly the provincial capital of Jiangsu and
remains as an important transportation hub.
Zhenjiang is most famous for its fragrant black vinegar. Chinese
legend traces it to Heita, the son of Dukang, the supposed
inventor of alcoholic beverages. Having forgotten about a vat of
wine for 21 days, he found it had spoiled but now possessed a
pleasant sour taste that could be used to compliment foods. The
present recipe is said to date back 1400 years, with its major
modern manufacturer—the Jiangsu Hengshun Vinegar Industry
Co.—dating to 1840.
Other local specialties include crab cream bun, Chinkiang pork,
and pickled vegetables. Formerly, households in Zhenjiang would
prepare for the new year by eating a red-bean dish and avoiding
rice. One bowl of beans was left on the table to feed the home's
flies, from the belief that they would then avoid disturbing the
family during the new year festivities.
A natural spring in a park on the edge of Zhenjiang has been
famed since the Tang (7th–9th century) as the best in Jiangsu
for making tea. It is now marketed as the "First Spring under
Heaven".
Zhenjiang has three famous mountains, Jinshan, Jiaoshan and Beigushan.
About Jinshan Temple
Jinshan Temple is the main scenic attraction on Jin
Mountain. The grand buildings of the temple complex are
built against the mountainside in such a way that when
you look toward the mountain in the distance, all you
see is the temple complex, an effect popularly described
as “Jinshan Temple wrapping up Jin Mountain.” Many folk
stories particularly attract people to Jinshan Temple.
This was the temple that was magically flooded by Madame
White Snake Bai Suzhen in the Legend of the White Snake.
It is also where the famous female general Liang Hongyu
beat the war drums and led her army in a battle that
would change the course of a war. Climb Cishou Tower and
the mountain peak pavilion for a panoramic view of the
temple complex and the nearby city of Zhenjiang.
About Jiaoshan
Jiaoshan is a small hill located on the banks of the
Yangtze River. It is home to a large collection of
ancient trees, stone inscriptions, and temples. Dinghui
Temple is located on the top of the hill. The Qing
dynasty Qianlong Emperor stayed here during a visit to
the south of China. The top of the temple affords
spectacular views over the Yangtze River. Next to the
temple there is a collection of more than 400 ancient
stone Chinese stele tablets, second only to Beilin
Museum in Xi'an.
About Beigushan Park
Beigushan Park is home to a temple that features in the
famous Chinese historical novel Romance of the Three
Kingdoms. It was here that the warlord Liu Bei met the
Chinese noble Lady Sun. For generations, the park has
attracted visitors who wish to follow in the footsteps
of these famous characters. Behind the temple are a
number of buildings that offer a spectacular view over
the Yangzte River and the surrounding hills. It is one
of the national key scenic spots with reputation of“the
first landscape of China”.
Emergency
In case of emergency, contact Nearest hospital in Zhenjiang City by dialing 120.
Transportation
From / To Zhenjiang City
After arrival at Nanjing Lukou International Airport, you can take Airport Shuffle to Zhenjiang City. For transportation in Zhenjiang City, we also recommend downloading the Didi application on your phone for ride sharing services.
For more traveling information, please visit Trip in Zhenjiang City
