Historical Attractions
Location & Transportation
Phoenix Street Phoenix Terrace sits in Pukou District, Nanjing, at 2-4 Fenghuang Street. It’s nestled between Jingtai Mountain and a dramatic valley, about 30 minutes’ drive from Nanjing Lukou Airport. To get there, take Metro Line 10 to Pukou Park Station, then transfer to Bus 604 or 610. If driving, follow signs to Jingtai Mountain Scenic Area—parking is available near the cable car station.
Natural Wonders: A Year-Round Playground
Phoenix Terrace bursts with color all year round. In spring, 500-acre apricot blossoms turn the hills pink, like a snowstorm of flowers. Summer brings cool breezes and misty mornings, perfect for hiking. Autumn paints the valley in fiery reds, while winter wraps the terrace in snow, ideal for winter walks and meeting plump-blooming plump trees.
The cable car links Jingtai Mountain (cloud-touching peaks) and the valley, offering bird’s-eye views. From the top, you’ll see ridges stretching like dragons and a river winding below—a scene that makes visitors sigh “wow”!
Five Must-See Treasures
Song Tao (Pinecone Waves): Walk through 1,000-acre pine forests. The wind whispers through needles, sounding like ocean waves, gentle lullabies, or even roaring waterfalls—it’s like nature’s orchestra!
Song Lin Ru Zhan (Pineneedle Carpet): Under the pines, a soft, golden blanket of fallen needles cushions every step. Lie down, roll around, or just breathe in the woody scent—it’s pure magic.
Xing Hua Ru Xue (Apricot Flower Sea): Spring turns the terrace into a pink paradise. Bees buzz, butterflies dance, and the air smells sweet enough to bottle. Bring your camera—this is Instagram gold!
Deng Gao Tiao Yuan (Hiking High Points): Five ancient watchtowers offer panoramic thrills. One spot lets you stare into a cliff-lined峡谷, another shows layered rice fields with distant smoke, and a third overlooks a lake so still it’s like glass.
Changcheng Guyun (Ancient Wall Spirit): A weathered stone wall snakes through the mountains, whispering battles from 1,000 years ago. Touch its moss-covered bricks, and you’ll almost hear horses galloping and swords clanging.
Culture & History
Phoenix Terrace isn’t just pretty—it’s steeped in stories. The old wall here dates back to Ming Dynasty times, built to guard against invaders. Locals say poets once climbed these hills to write odes to nature. Even today, stone tablets carved with praises like “Valley of Mystery, Peak of Freedom” make you pause and smile.
Practical Tips
- Open: Daily 8 AM–5 PM (winter) or 6 PM (summer).
- Tickets: Around \(10 for entry, \)20 extra for cable car rides.
- Food: Try Pukou’s famous duck dishes at nearby eateries or pack a picnic. Water stations and rest areas are scattered along trails.
- Wear: Comfy shoes! The terrain mixes gentle paths and steep steps. Winter visitors should bundle up—it gets chilly!
Why You’ll Love It
Phoenix Street Phoenix Terrace feels like a secret world. One minute you’re lost in a pink apricot fog, the next you’re standing atop a mountain, heart pounding from the view. Whether you’re a hiker, history buff, or flower chaser, this place has something to make you giggle with joy—and maybe even tear up at its raw beauty. Come ready to explore—and leave with your soul refreshed!
