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A new subreddit for the masses, or few, who live in Nanjing.

/r/nanjing

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Qixia District

Hello Nanjing community,

I’ve got a job offer in Nanjing, but as I have read, the district is quite far from the city centre and from what I’ve read is a quiet university town, that could be difficult for foreigners who don’t speak Chinese. Can anyone give me any information about Qixia district?

How much is an average apartment? Also, is rent paid quarterly or monthly? Is it easy to use public transport to see the rest of Nanjing?

I don’t really drink much so I’m not bothered with nightlife. I love nature and getting outside when I can. I understand this district is not an ideal location, but would it be nice to stay for a year and to save money?

I appreciate any advice you could offer. Thank you in advance 🙏🏻

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2024/11/02
10:29 UTC

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Sports and gyming in Nanjing

I am relocating to Nanjing in two weeks, and I am looking for a good sports centre or gym in the south-eastern suburban area. I am into breaking (breakdance) and I need to find a place to train, even if it's just a piece of floor at a gym lol.

Any information about any sport would be appreciated though, especially classes/clubs for tricking or martial arts, etc.

6 Comments
2024/10/31
10:27 UTC

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I asked ChatGPT to "Create an image of the absolutely most NanjingRen picture you can create. Like beyond levels of NanjingRen."

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2024/10/29
16:24 UTC

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Best independent coffee shops in Nanjing

Visiting Nanjing next weekend, any tips on good coffee shops, craft beer places, cool districts etc a bit beyond lonely planet and a Google search recs would be helpful.

Thinking of doing a Purple Mountain Hike 1 day and the Nanjing Massacre museum the other day.

Will definitely be back in future for the Mausoleum and City Wall hikes! Can't believe people say Nanjing is boring, it seems to have a lot of cool things to do.

I live in Suzhou and think there is way more than here.

6 Comments
2024/10/25
15:15 UTC

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Any plans for Halloween?

Where do you guys usually get together during Halloween?
any suggestions for bars or clubs or even streets where people dress up and have fun next Friday night?

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2024/10/24
05:54 UTC

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Help needed in obtaining police certificate from overseas

Hi all. I might be asked to submit a police certificate for my stay in NJ back in 2016-2018 for my graduate degree. Still arguing my case as I am 20 days short of meeting the minimum stay threshold to be required to submit one but looking at my options as early as now.

I see a lot of online services via a simple google search but just being cautious as I do not want to be scammed (no one does!).

Are there people here who have managed to secure the notarized certificates from overseas? If yes, any tips? Might be a long shot but kind volunteers willing to apply on my behalf also welcome. Will compensate of course.

Thanks in advance.

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2024/10/24
05:37 UTC

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Interesting places in NJ?

Do you know somewhere like old souvenir shop and astronomy center and a shop that has weird things lmao

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2024/10/23
01:40 UTC

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Where do i buy clothes a little cheaper?

The winter

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2024/10/23
01:27 UTC

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Buying teaware

Hi all, in Nanjing at the moment. I’ve been getting more into tea lately and am keen to get into gongfucha brewing. Someone regifted me a porcelain set with a gaiwan, but I’d really love to get a teapot or two.

Is anyone aware of a trustworthy place to check out some Yixing (or other) teaware locally. I know there’s a lot of passing off in the field - random clays being passed off as Yixing zisha, semi hand made or slipcast stuff being passed off as fully hand made etc, so it would be nice if anyone had a shop they trusted they could recommend.

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2024/10/22
01:44 UTC

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2 VERY IMPORTANT QUESTIONS :)

  1. Where can I buy Nutella in Banjing? Possible?

  2. Looking for some good cooking classes - any advice?

TIA

4 Comments
2024/10/19
21:42 UTC

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Dropin Badminton?

I will be visiting family in nanjing for a few weeks in December.

Are there any places that I can dropin play badminton? or do people mostly play in groups that they have already formed?

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2024/10/16
05:15 UTC

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Make friend

Offering: Chinese (Mandarin) / Seeking: English Hello there! I'm (27/F), currently pursuing my Ph.D in Nanjing university. I'm looking for a female companion who shares a similar interest.

I have a deep love for nature, a passion for food, and I enjoy watching TV series. I value freedom and have a knack for getting things done. I'm seeking a like-minded friend who shares these interests.

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2024/10/13
17:43 UTC

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British short hair kittens for sale

Hello all! My British short hair cat gave birth to 4 kittens. I do not wish to have a lot of cats at home. Hence, selling out the kittens. The kittens are trained and vaccinated. Do let me know if you wish to pet a cat.

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2024/10/10
11:51 UTC

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Expat medical insurance

Hello, I have recently moved from Shenzhen to Nanjing and found work. In Shenzhen my school paid full insurance and I had medical insurance to go to the doctor when needed. However, at my new school they have said it is only partial coverage. Saying it will only apply to heavy sickness, is this the norm for foreigners in Nanjing? Is there someway I can get it to be for everything?

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2024/10/07
10:06 UTC

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Looking for a part-time job

Hi! I’m a master’s student in Nj looking for a part-time job. Preferably teaching/tutoring but could be anything tbh, I’m a fast learner. I can teach english/french and I have previous experience (a few months) teaching and working with kids. If anybody could help with contacts or recommendations I’d be very grateful!

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2024/10/06
20:34 UTC

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Friends in Nanjing,Jiangning

Hey! I yesterday reached Nanjing as an international student.Can’t assess the place as it’s been a day yet I could do with some meet-ups to get to know the place. Plus I need help with renting an apartment near my campus.

14 Comments
2024/10/04
04:56 UTC

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What is October 10 like in Nanjing?

I hope locals do something special on that date, or is it really just another ordinary day?

5 Comments
2024/10/02
23:54 UTC

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Looking for translator help (Paid)

Hello,

I am having a very special event soon that I will need to make a speech for. And the important people mostly speak mandarin from Nanjing. I would like help translating my speech properly to mandarin (both pinyin and hànzì).

I’ve been taking classes so I can pronounce from reading in pinyin most of the time. But if you could also provide a slowly spoken voice recording that would also be helpful.

It’s nothing long, would probably be 2-3 mins worth of speech.

If you’re interested please comment or DM me!

4 Comments
2024/09/24
14:45 UTC

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Do you know an amusement park in China called "Chrisland Amusement Park?

I was told, it was an amusement park in China in the 1990s, but I can not find information on it!- obviously it has an english name.Thanks

5 Comments
2024/09/19
12:36 UTC

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Nanjing in November

Hi, will be heading to Nanjing from 20-25, understand that Nanjing will be cold during that period, just to check is winter coat abit too much? Or just a normal jacket will do? And am I able to bring my drone over? It’s less than 250g any registration needed? Thanks!

4 Comments
2024/09/18
09:56 UTC

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Recommendations for minimally furnishing a small apartment while I'm not there?

My family owns a small apartment in Nanjing that's currently empty of any furnishings.

They are living overseas, but would like to come back to an apartment with some bare furnishings like a bed and basic dining area.

A family friend has their keys.

Can anyone recommend any services or retailers that sell basic *solid* wood (not manufactured particle board) furniture online, some bedding, and have them deliver to the apartment (up three flights of stairs, no elevator) and maybe even set up the furniture for us?

3 Comments
2024/09/18
06:20 UTC

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Job Hunting as a foreigner in IT

Hi guys i'm in Nanjing. Been working at a start-up company but now due-to low budget company is slowly shutting down. I want to ask locals and expats how to job hunt as a tech guy ? Or maybe new job directions ? I know Chinese at a communication level and little beyond. Plus holding HSK4 certificate.

5 Comments
2024/09/13
16:01 UTC

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Animal rescues Nanjing

Hello, I just moved to Nanjing (a month ago) and found this lost cat. After a check up at the vet (it's healthy) but I have been unable to find it's owner. I'm allergic to cats and trying to find a good home for it. She is super friendly and chill, I really wish I wasn't allergic 😭

3 Comments
2024/08/31
18:10 UTC

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Making friends

Hi I'm an Chinese undergraduate studying at nau, planning to do international transfer next year so I want to make some English speaking friends to improve English and hangout. I love trying restaurants and street photography :)

6 Comments
2024/08/31
04:08 UTC

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Recommendations for Vegetarian Restaurant near Nanjing International Expo Center

Hi! PLEASE HELP with good restaurants near Nanjing International Expo Center. Preferable vegetarian

3 Comments
2024/08/28
15:09 UTC

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Life as an international student.

What is it like to live in Nanjing? Is food cheap? Are there lots of people outside?

6 Comments
2024/08/17
08:56 UTC

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Tickets for the Sun Yat-Sen Memorial

Planning on visiting next year in March, but I'm having difficulty finding where I can book a ticket to visit the Memorial without resorting to expensive tours. If anyone can point me to the right direction that would be a massive help. Thanks!

5 Comments
2024/08/16
08:14 UTC

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Connecting with Fellow Expats in Nanjing

Hey everyone! I’m curious about how many people from abroad are living in Nanjing and if there’s an expat community group on WeChat or anything similar. I’m currently in the Jinling District, near the CPU Station (the last stop on Line 1) and not too far from BaiJiaHu. If anyone is up for hanging out or exploring spotsin the city, I’d love to meet up and get to know you!

FYI, I'm in my early 30s and working as an English teacher.

8 Comments
2024/08/13
15:20 UTC

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Life as an International student in Nanjing

Hello! I’ve gotten my admission in NJIT,Nanjing this coming September for a program.Applied at the eleventh hour to be honest and this was a complete surprise for me as I was complete ignorant of the city-my bad. My friend had his application accepted in Wuhan.So,I’m pretty much on my own with an introvert personality and all. I’d like to get some help over renting a shared apartment or independent place which communities are nearby the institute.Any common places to hangout and befriend co-evals. Anything that could assist me adjust better….

10 Comments
2024/08/11
11:15 UTC

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I heard from friends in Nanjing there's a place they bought laptops from, i can't ask them to go there to see prices so we look in pinduoduo, if you have info are the prices from pinduoduo close to the ones in real life?

4 Comments
2024/08/08
20:58 UTC

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