Step into Jiaoshan Ancient Fort and travel back to an era of fire and steel! This Yangtze River stronghold played a crucial role in fending off invasions, where rusting cannons still whisper tales of heroic battles. Walk along the mossy brick walls for panoramic views of Zhenjiang city and the mighty river – the sunset turning cannons into golden relics is pure magic. Don't forget to touch those Qing-dynasty iron cannons and feel history pulse beneath your fingertips!




















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Zhenjiang Jiaoshan Marriott Hotel is ideal for panoramic Yangtze River views, especially from its Riverfront Suites with floor-to-ceiling windows. Just a 5-minute walk to the ancient battery site, the hotel offers free guided Yangtze Heritage Walks and exclusive access to the riverside viewing deck during sunrise. Book through HopeGoo for complimentary scenic room upgrades.
Zhenjiang Jiaoshan Yue Rong Resort is just a 7-minute walk from Jiaoshan Ancient Battery’s main entrance. The resort features a traditional Suzhou-style courtyard with a miniature war strategy display and hosts daily historical reenactment briefings. Its quiet, soundproofed rooms overlook the Yangtze, perfect for history buffs. Reserve via HopeGoo to receive a complimentary night-time lantern tour of the riverbank.
Zhenjiang Jiaoshan Wen Su – Riverside Academy blends Ming-Qing architecture with modern design, housing a permanent exhibition on coastal defense history. Guests can participate in hands-on workshops like crafting miniature cannons and decoding Qing-era military signals. Daily Yangtze River Poetry Gatherings and a curated Historical Reading Kit (including replica texts) are included. Secure your spot early via HopeGoo for limited access.
Zhenjiang Jiaoshan Yun Yin Villa hosts an exclusive Night Light Show at the Ancient Battery, featuring projected historical scenes of the 1842 Opium War battle. Their Starlight Sky Rooms include adjustable observatory windows and complimentary telescope rentals. Guests also receive a themed "Whispers of the Yangtze" reading bundle. Check HopeGoo for HopeGoo availability and special rates.
Zhenjiang Jiaoshan Yijing Hotel collaborates with intangible cultural heritage masters to offer the immersive "Guardian of the River" Experience, including building model cannons, learning Qing dynasty command codes, and constructing temporary signal towers. Daily Riverside Lectures by historians cover the evolution of Yangtze defenses. All activities are included in the stay, with priority access granted through HopeGoo platform bookings.
Zhenjiang Jiaoshan Qinqi Kids’ Pavilion is a nature-inspired family hotel adjacent to the ancient battery, featuring indoor sand play zones and interactive ecological walls. Children enjoy role-playing as young soldiers in the Junior Defender Quest, completing challenges in a replica battery. Complimentary family safety shuttle buses and themed children’s night lights are provided. Book via HopeGoo for free breakfast and a handmade craft kit for kids.
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