Nanchang in northern Jaingxi Province is the capital of the province and its economic, political, cultural, and communication center. It lies on the south shore of Poyang Lake with the Ganjiang River rolling past its suburbs.

Nanchang achieved economic prosperity during the Sui Dynasty (581-618).In recent times it has one fame for its revolutionary tradition, because it was here that the late Chinese Premier Zhou Enlai and other Chinese leaders in 1927 led the famous "August 1 Uprising," a day that has since been celebrated as the founding day of China's armed forces, the People's Liberation Army.

Qingyunpu

Qingyunpu was the residence of Zhu Da (1626-c. 1705), a noted painter of the Qing Dynasty, when he lived here in seclusion. Hundreds of authentic pieces of his calligraphy and paintings are displayed in the residence, all valuable art treasures.

Hundreds of Flowers Islets (Baihuazhou)

Built in the traditional style of Chinese gardens, Baihuazhou is known for its causeway, bridges, pavilions, artificial hills, and flower nurseries. It is said that in ancient times, the landscapes of this island could rival those of West Lake in Hangzhou.

Other attractions worth a visit are Tengwang Tower and Pure Gold Pagoda (Chunjinta).

There are two major streets in Nanchang. One is Ximachi, the downtown area at the crossroads of Zhongshan Road and Shengli Road. The other is Bayi Avenue. This long, and wide street runs through Nanchang, with most of the city's major buildings lining it. Renmin Square (the People's Square) in the middle section of the avenue can accommodate more than a hundred thousand people.