This project focuses on reimagining the role of Qingliang Mountain (清凉山) within Nanjing's cultural and urban landscape. Positioned at the intersection of key historical and spatial axes, the site has long been layered with identities—from military stronghold to Buddhist sanctuary and cultural landmark. Using GIS-based spatial analysis, the study reveals how modern urban construction has fragmented the mountain into isolated parts, challenging its integrity and diminishing the visibility of its heritage. The design proposal responds by reconnecting the site's natural terrain and cultural memory, restoring historical linkages while addressing issues such as unclear circulation, underutilized relics, and insufficient public space.

To elevate its value, the concept of "Stone Wall Viewing the City, Qingliang Asking Buddha" (石垣观城，清凉再问佛) is proposed, weaving together heritage conservation, public engagement, and spiritual symbolism. The strategy employs a "two loops and one axis" framework: an outer route emphasizing city-wall ruins and long-range views, an inner cultural loop creating public spaces for community use, and a central axis reinforcing the role of Qingliang Temple as the site's spiritual and spatial core. Through this design, the project seeks to reconcile historical identity with contemporary needs, offering both a renewed cultural destination and an everyday urban refuge.