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The tomb for Zhu Yuan Zhang, also known as Xiaoling Tomb of the Ming Dynasty, is the first emperor and his empress during the Ming Dynasty. It is also the biggest imperial mausoleum in Nanjing and one of the biggest in China. In 2003 it was listed as World Cultural Heritage site.

It covers a long walk and climb up a wall to visit the tomb. The view is beautiful, and for those who are interested in Chinese history, it has much to appreciate.

The Xiaoling Mausoleum of Ming Dynasty Scenic Area in  Purple Mountain comprises the Ming Xiaoling Mausoleum, some subordinate facilities, and some nearby attractions. The subordinate facilities include the Big Golden Gate, the Square City, and the Sacred Way. The Xiama Archway, the Plum Blossom Valley, the Zixia Lake and the Historic Site of Crown Prince Zhu Biao's Tomb are all nearby scenic spots in the Xiaoling Mausoleum of Ming Dynasty Area.

The Xiaoling Mausoleum of Ming Dynasty is the largest imperial mausoleum in Nanjing. It was constructed in 1381. Emperor Zhu Yuanzhang, the first Emperor of the Ming Dynasty (1368- 1911), and his empress were buried in it in 1398. The magnificent mausoleum represents the highest level of architecture and stone carving art in the early Ming Dynasty. Renowned as "The First Imperial Mausoleum in the Ming and Qing Dynasties", the Xiaoling Mausoleum of Ming Dynasty has a dramatic influence on the pattern of imperial mausoleums in the following five hundred years. In July, 2003, the Xiaoling Mausoleum of Ming Dynasty was listed as a World Cultural Heritage Site by UNESCO.