The Confucius Temple area in Nanjing, China’s capital in the Ming dynasty and under Nationalist rule after the 1912 revolution. Photo: Shutterstock
What to see in Nanjing, and why now is an appropriate time to explore China’s former capital
The Chinese capital under the Ming dynasty, and after the 1912 revolution, Nanjing has a rich heritage to explore, a moving monument to 1937 Japanese massacre, and tranquil, tree-lined streets for relaxation
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The Confucius Temple area in Nanjing, China’s capital in the Ming dynasty and under Nationalist rule after the 1912 revolution. Photo: Shutterstock