Nanjing is not a place you can just visit on a whim, otherwise...

Here's a travel guide for Nanjing: I. Preparation 1. Documents Bring your ID card for accommodation, ticket purchase, etc. 2. Clothing Prepare according to the season. Nanjing is still quite cold in February, so you will need warm clothes such as thick coats and sweaters. 3. Transportation card (optional) If you plan to travel frequently by public transportation, you can apply for a Nanjing transportation card, which will make it easier to take the subway and bus. You can also use your phone to pay for a ride. II. Transportation 1. Airport to downtown Nanjing Lukou International Airport: You can take the airport bus, which has several routes to different places in the city, such as Nanjing South Railway Station and Nanjing Railway Station. You can also take Metro Line S1 and transfer to other lines to reach your destination. 2. Transportation in the city Subway: Nanjing has a well-developed subway network that can take you to most attractions. You can buy a one-way ticket at the subway station or use your phone to pay for a ride. Bus: The bus network is extensive, and some buses offer views of the city along the way. III. Attractions 1. Nanjing Museum One of the three major museums in China. The museum has a rich collection of exhibits, including the History Museum, Special Exhibition Hall, and Art Museum. Here you can learn about the development of ancient Chinese history and culture. Admission is free, but reservations are required in advance. 2. Sun Yat-sen Mausoleum The mausoleum of Sun Yat-sen, a great pioneer of China's modern democratic revolution. The entire complex is built along the mountain, with major buildings including the Bo'ai Archway, the Tomb Path, the Tomb Gate, the Stone Steps, the Stele Pavilion, the Sacrificial Hall, and the Tomb Chamber, which reflect the style of traditional Chinese architecture and incorporate the essence of Western architecture. Free admission. 3. Ming Xiaoling Mausoleum The joint tomb of Zhu Yuanzhang, the founding emperor of the Ming Dynasty, and Empress Ma, is an outstanding example of ancient Chinese imperial tomb architecture. Its sacred path is winding and the stone statues are lifelike. You can visit the Sun Yat-sen Mausoleum on the same day, as they are close to each other. Tickets are CNY 70. 4. Confucius Temple - Qinhuai Scenic Area This area includes attractions such as the Confucius Temple, Qinhuai River, and Wuyi Lane. You can take a cruise on the Qinhuai River to experience the ancient charm of the "Ten Miles of Qinhuai" and enjoy the night view of the ancient buildings on both sides of the river. The Confucius Temple is a place for worshiping and offering sacrifices to Confucius, with ancient architecture. Wuyi Lane was the residence of the Wang and Xie families, two prominent families of the Jin Dynasty, and is famous for the poem "Wildflowers by the Zhuque Bridge, the setting sun at the entrance of Wuyi Lane" by the Tang Dynasty poet Liu Yuxi. The scenic area is free to visit, but the Qinhuai River cruise is charged separately. 5. Presidential Palace It has both traditional Chinese Jiangnan gardens and architectural relics from the period of Western influence in modern times. It has witnessed many major events in modern Chinese history. Tickets are CNY 35. 6. Memorial Hall of the Victims in Nanjing Massacre by Japanese Invaders This memorial hall was built to commemorate the atrocities of the Nanjing Massacre committed by the Japanese invaders after they captured Nanjing, the capital of China. It is the only museum in China dedicated to the Nanjing Massacre and the site of the National Memorial Day. Admission is free, but reservations are required in advance. IV. Food 1. Nanjing snacks Duck blood and vermicelli soup: Made with duck blood, duck intestines, duck liver, and other duck offal as the main ingredients, with vermicelli and duck soup, the soup is fresh and delicious. Beef potstickers: Made with beef filling, wrapped in dough into long dumplings, and fried in oil until golden brown, with a crispy crust and juicy filling. Nanjing salted duck: Made by marinating and air-drying with salt brine, the meat is tender and delicate, with a rich aroma. Osmanthus sugar taro: Fresh taro is steamed and peeled, then cooked with a special osmanthus syrup. The soup is reddish-brown, bright and tempting, with a strong osmanthus aroma. Assorted tofu pudding: Tofu pudding with more than ten kinds of condiments, such as dried shrimp, pickled vegetables, black fungus, chopped green onion, chili oil, and sesame oil, with a rich, fragrant, and fresh taste. 2. Restaurant recommendations Nanjing Impressions: You can taste a variety of Nanjing specialties, and the restaurant is decorated with Nanjing style. V. Accommodation 1. Near Confucius Temple Convenient transportation, many restaurants nearby, and you can enjoy the night view of the Qinhuai River at night, but it may be noisy. 2. Near Xinjiekou The commercial center of Nanjing, with convenient shopping and dining, and convenient transportation with subway lines intersecting.