Changzhou is home to Tianning Temple, whose 13-storey pagoda is among the tallest in the world. The nearby Hongmei Park and the old Qingguo Lane offer an easy half-day.
Changzhou is home to Tianning Temple, whose 13-storey pagoda is among the tallest in the world. The nearby Hongmei Park and the old Qingguo Lane offer an easy half-day.
It is a lesser-visited city than neighbours, which makes it a quiet add-on.
| Distance | About 110 km southeast |
|---|---|
| Travel time | About 1 hour by high-speed rail via Zhenjiang |
| Getting there | High-speed train from Yangzhou East to Changzhou (about 50-80 minutes, CNY 70-110, approx USD 10-15); book on 12306 or Trip.com; then Didi to Tianning Temple. |
| Difficulty | medium |
| Address | Tianning Temple, 1 Tianning Road, Zhonglou District, Changzhou (常州市钟楼区天宁寺) |
How to get there
- HSR Yangzhou East to Changzhou: about 50-80 minutes, CNY 70-110 (~$10-15)
- Didi: about CNY 400-600 (~$56-85)
Suggested itinerary
- 08:00 Train to Changzhou
- 09:30 Tianning Temple
- 12:00 Local lunch
- 14:00 Qingguo Lane
- 16:30 Train back
Location
Tianning Temple, 1 Tianning Road, Zhonglou District, Changzhou (常州市钟楼区天宁寺)
31.7835, 119.9638 View on map
Highlights
- Tianning Pagoda
- Hongmei Park
- Qingguo Lane
Tips for visiting
- Check the temple ticket on-site
- Combine with Qingguo Lane
When to visit
Spring and autumn
Accessibility
Level; pagoda has stairs.
Frequently asked questions
Is it big?
The temple and pagoda take about 2 hours.