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Published: September 1st 2008
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Map of Purple Mountain #1
The map was so big, I had to take several snapshots.Purple Mountain rises on the northeast side of Nanjing, offering shade and sights for locals and tourists. The mountain stretches far and is impossible to explore fully in one day. Sights range from the mausoleum of Sun Yet Sen, the "Father of Modern China"; to the Beamless Hall, built in 1391 without using any wood in its construction; to the Ming Tombs and the impressive sacred way, an avenue of stone statutes; to the observatory; to a music stage; to a kayak and canoe slalom; to a one-hour-long cable car ride from top to bottom. In August, the place was busy on the weekend, but nearly empty on the weekday. The walk between entrances to the actual sites is deceiving; be prepared for a long one.
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