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China

Gulou / Roofs that touch the sky.

MeowScore 😸88/100
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🐈 Cats in the city 😸
☀️ Sun-soaked days 😸
🚗 Traffic density 😼
🔈 Noisiness 😼
📸 Views and Sightseeing 😻
🌳 Parks and greenery 😸
👮‍♂️ Safety 😻

Best month

may

Mild weather, beautiful temples, and fewer crowds.

🧧
january

Experience the buzzing Chinese New Year festivities 🎉

🌨️
february

Take a stroll through the snow-covered rooftops ❄️

🌸
march

Marvel at the beautiful cherry blossom trees 🌸

👯‍♀️
april

Enjoy the warm spring weather and explore the city 🌞

🌡️
may

Escape the heat and visit the stunning temples 🏯

🍴
june

Taste the seasonal delicacies at the night markets 🍢

🔎
july

Get lost in the labyrinth of charming hutongs 🏘️

🎨
august

Take in the awe-inspiring view from the Drum Tower 🥁

🌝
september

Celebrate the Mid-Autumn Festival with mooncakes 🥮

🌾
october

Cycle through the picturesque countryside during harvest 🚲

🏮
november

Experience the colorful lanterns during the Lantern Festival 🏮

🏰
december

See the stunning winter wonderland at the Summer Palace ❄️

🤑

Expensive city

Bigmac $?

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The shopping situation in Gulou is relatively pricey compared to other areas in China, but still affordable for most tourists.

Try bargaining at the markets for better prices or visit local supermarkets for cheaper groceries.

Usual visit duration

1-3 days

Short weekend getaway

Usual visit duration

1-3 days

Short weekend getaway

Gulou is a small district in Nanjing, so most tourists only spend a couple of days exploring this historical area.

Tipping

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No tipping customs in Gulou

Tipping

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No tipping customs in Gulou

Cash is the preferred mode of payment in most restaurants in Gulou. Splitting the bill is not a common practice.

internet situation

bad Speed

Slow and unreliable

meh Availability

Available but not consistent

great Cellular

Good coverage across the city

Electric socket type A

Common in North and Central America, and Japan. Mind voltage difference, especially for Japan (100V).

CNY

1 CNY =
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biking possible

Mixed conditions

walkable -ish

Good infrastructure, heavy traffic

LGBTQ hostile

Mixed sentiments

Cat's dream come true - streets filled with fish stalls and cat-friendly cafes.

The ancient Drum Tower even has a purr-fect view of the city.

Things to do

The mainstream

1
Yandaixie Street
2
Bell and Drum Tower Square
3
Houhai Lake
4
Nanluoguxiang
5
Drum and Bell Tower

The mainstream

1
Yandaixie Street

A short street with an old charm and curious shops selling unique souvenirs. Cat you resist? 😻🏮🐱

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2
Bell and Drum Tower Square

A gathering place of local cats and tourists, with performances and furr-works on special occasion. 🎆🐈🐾

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3
Houhai Lake

The paw-fect spot to unwind by the water with a sunset view. 🌅🐟🐾

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4
Nanluoguxiang

Cat-stle like alleys filled with shops and street food. Purr-fect place for a stroll! 🐱🍢🚶‍♀️

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5
Drum and Bell Tower

Historic towers with the best view of Gulou! Meow-velous! 🐾🏯🐱

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Off the beaten path

📖
Cat Lover's Library
👗
The Cat's Meow Boutique
🏯
Hidden Temple
🐈
Meow Alley
🐾
Cat Cafe

Off the beaten path

📖
Cat Lover's Library

A cozy library with shelves filled with cat-themed books and a resident feline librarian who loves to snuggle. 📚😽

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👗
The Cat's Meow Boutique

A unique boutique filled with cat-themed clothing and accessories for fashion-forward felines. 🛍️🐾

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🏯
Hidden Temple

Cat monks reside in this peaceful and serene temple, surrounded by lush greenery. 🕉️🌿

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🐈
Meow Alley

A hidden street filled with cat-themed murals and sculptures. The purrfect spot for cute photos. 😻🎨

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🐾
Cat Cafe

Purrfect place for a cup of coffee and some cuddles with friendly felines. 🐱☕️

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biking possible

Mixed conditions

walkable -ish

Good infrastructure, heavy traffic

LGBTQ hostile

Mixed sentiments

Mindful meoweler tips

Gulou Drum Tower: A Historical Landmark

Visit the iconic drum and bell towers in the heart of the city. A spectacle of ancient Chinese architecture.

Cat-themed Cafes

Find multitude cat-themed cafes offering a delightful experience for cat and coffee lovers.

Try Local Delights

Savour authentically Chinese snacks like Rou Jia Mo and Jianbing Guozi from the street vendors around Gulou's alleys.

National Centre for Performing Arts

Experience the beaming artistic culture of Beijing inside the National Centre for Performing Arts.

Gulou Market

Go treasure hunting at Gulou Market for vintage gems and locally crafted souvenirs.

Useful external sites

www.thechinaguide.com

The China Guide↗

Tour operator providing private and customizable tours to Gulou and all over China

www.chinahighlights.com

China Highlights↗

Travel-focused website providing information on attractions, hotels, and transportation in Gulou and other Chinese destinations

www.tripadvisor.com

Tripadvisor↗

Travel review website with information on hotels, restaurants, and things to do in Gulou

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