About the Ming Tombs

Although much of it is derelict having been destroyed by invaders, the site is the home of several tombs, including that of Ming Xio Ling, also known as Hongwu. The first Ming emperor, he commissioned that the Nanjing city walls be built.

Day 11 Nanjing

August 26th 2008
MING TOMBS Today is my last day in Nanjing, and I’ve decided to return to Purple Mountain. My feet still hurt from all the walking I did yesterday, so I’m going to try to take it easy — no small feat when you consider how spread out attractions are on Purple Mountain. I spend the morning writing, eat leftovers and noodles for lunch, then strike out. My first action is to catch a cab. I poin ... read more

Asia » China » Jiangsu » Nanjing

For centuries China stood as a leading civilization, outpacing the rest of the world in the arts and sciences, but in the 19th and early 20th centuries, the country was beset by civil unrest, major famines, military defeats, and foreign occupation. A... ... read more

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