Nanjing, the capital of Jiangsu province, was the capital of six Chinese dynasties and has a history dating back more than 3,000 years. Famed for its intellectual and cultural traditions, the city is today a major economic and transportation hub and a popular tourist destination. Highlights include the Presidential Palace, Confucius Temple and Garden, and the Dr. Sun Yat-sen Mausoleum. The city is also home to a large number of universities, including Nanjing University and Nanjing Normal University, which makes it a lively and youthful metropolis.