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Mount Taishan

9

4.7/5

63k reviews

Mount Taishan is centered around Mount Taishan, the first of the Five Great Mountains, with steep and towering peaks, and the views of sunrise and sunset from the summit are breathtaking. Sea of clouds often appear among the mountains, and in winter there are spectacular rime ice views. In addition to natural scenery, the mountain also has numerous historical sites, stone inscriptions, religious temples, and other cultural views, with cliff inscriptions and steles scattered throughout the mountain, which is a major feature of Mount Taishan. Mount Taishan has its own highlights in each of the four seasons: in spring, peach and pear blossoms bloom across the mountains; in summer, the mountaintop is lush green and cool, making it a great summer retreat; in fall, the leaves are a mix of red and yellow, dyeing the layered forests in brilliant colors. There are multiple routes to the summit of Mount Taishan. The hiking trail at the Hongmen entrance is the traditional route opened during Emperor Qin Shi Huang's Fengshan ceremony, consisting mainly of stone steps. Walking from Hongmen to Zhongtianmen, you will pass by numerous attractions along the way, including Wanxian Tower, Doumu Palace, Huima Ridge, and Hutiange. This area is also where stone inscriptions are concentrated. After reaching Zhongtianmen, you can take a cable car or walk to Nantianmen and the summit area, where you can see attractions such as Eighteen Bends, Shengxian Archway, Duisong Mountain, Chaoyang Cave, and Wudafu Pines. The Tianwaicun route is a road leading from Tianwaicun to Zhongtianmen, accessible by tour bus, passing by Heilong Pool, Fanzhi Cliff, and Feng Yuxiang's Tomb. After reaching Zhongtianmen, it merges with the latter half of the Hongmen route. Travelers who prefer not to hike can choose this route. The Tianzhufeng route is relatively steep with few visitors, and is a hiking route often taken by outdoor enthusiasts. It features beautiful mountain scenery, including attractions such as Liyu Back, and at the starting point there is also the large-scale live performance "Chinese Mount Taishan: Grand Ceremony of Fengshan." The Taohuayu route is mostly chosen by travelers when descending the mountain. From Tianjie at the summit, take the ropeway to the mountainside, then transfer to a tour bus down to Taohuayu at the foot of the mountain. Along the way, you can enjoy the Colorful Stone Stream scenic area, where the colorful stone patterns at the bottom of the stream are quite magical. Dongyudao is also a walking hiking route, with attractions such as Qingyang Hall, Hanque Gate, and Dongtianmen along the way. Each route ultimately leads to the Daiding tourist area at the summit. Daiding features the main peak of Mount Taishan, Jade Emperor Peak, the Tianjie Scenic Area, as well as attractions such as Sun Viewing Peak, Daguan Peak, Zhanlu Terrace, Bixia Temple, and Confucius Temple. On clear days at the summit, you can gaze at the Yellow River in the distance and admire the wonder of the "Golden Belt of the Yellow River." The Houshiwu area is rich in varied pines and rocks, and there is a cableway leading to the North Heavenly Gate. Many visitors who want to watch the sunrise choose to climb Mount Taishan at night, usually setting off from the Hongmen route, and it is advisable to depart around 11 pm. This route is well lit at night, and a hike of about seven to eight hours will allow you to reach Sun Viewing Peak or Jade Emperor Peak at the summit before sunrise, which are ideal spots for watching the sunrise.

Tai'an · 56.7km from Pingyin

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Hongfan Lake

3.1

4.9/5

31 reviews

Hongfan Pond, also known as "Dragon Pond", is located in Hongfan Pond Town, southwest of Pingyin County. It is a famous spring pond in the west of Jinan. The name of the pond comes from the "Book of History·Hongfan". According to the "Reconstruction of Hongfan Pond Stele" during the Daoguang period, in the Jin Dynasty, "the villagers prayed for rain and built a dragon temple in the north of the pond, so it was also called Dragon Pond." On the outer wall on the south side of the spring pond, the two characters "Dragon Pond" are engraved in running script. Under the characters is a bluestone dragon head protruding from the wall of the pond. The spring water overflows from the dragon head's mouth, but it does not appear to be gushing. The water surface is clear and stable like a mirror, and it flows all year round. Yang Shiyuan of the Qing Dynasty once wrote a couplet: "Always reflect the shadow of the pond on the world, and do not rise and fall with the spring and autumn." As the spring water is buoyant, coins thrown into the water will not sink for a long time, and the "Hongfan floating gold" has become one of the famous local landscapes. The water quality of Hongfan Pond is excellent and rich in minerals.

Pingyin · 25.3km from downtown

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Dong'e Traditional Chinese Medicine Cultural Tourism Area

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Dong'e Traditional Chinese Medicine Cultural Tourism Area

4.4

4.9/5

460 reviews

Dong'e Ejiao City covers a total area of 205 acres and is currently a national AAAA-level tourist attraction. The attraction perfectly recreates the ancient charm of Jinan during the late Qing Dynasty and early Republic of China era with its "one city containing myriad wonders" layout. It features core attractions including the Grand Mansion Gate Film Studio, Tribute Ejiao Hall, Ejiao Well, Traditional Chinese Medicine Culture Exhibition Hall, Herbal Paste Museum, Red Culture Exhibition Hall, and Shandong Quality Products Cultural Innovation Center. Dong'e Yaowang Mountain is now a national AAAA-level tourist attraction, shaped like an inverted medicinal gourd. It is a sacred realm that blends millennia of medical wisdom with physical and spiritual nourishment. The site preserves historical architectural complexes including the Medicine King Hall, Dragon King Temple, and Medicine King Pavilion, while meticulously creating three cultural realms: "Tracing Medical Origins," "Exploring Herbal Mysteries," and "Understanding Wellness Philosophy." Visitors can explore the Medicine King Hall to learn about legendary healers, immerse themselves in traditional Chinese medicine knowledge along the trails, admire panoramic views of Luoshen Lake from the summit, and grasp the essence of TCM wellness. Locals often say: "For blessings, longevity and peace, visit Dong'e Yaowang Mountain." China Ejiao Museum was established in 2002 as the nation's first museum dedicated solely to the traditional Chinese medicine Ejiao. It is now a National AAAA-level tourist attraction, a National Demonstration Base for Traditional Chinese Medicine Health Tourism, a National Intangible Cultural Heritage Production Protection Base, and a National Traditional Chinese Medicine Culture Education Base. Through the unique perspective of "dialogue between past and present," the museum innovatively combines physical exhibits, digital displays, real-life simulations, and interactive experiences across 11 thematic exhibition halls featuring over 1,200 precious artifacts. This immersive approach vividly showcases Ejiao's craftsmanship heritage and innovative development throughout history, allowing visitors to experience the charm of intangible cultural heritage techniques firsthand. Ejiao World is located at No. 78 Ejiao Street, Dong'e County, Shandong Province. This comprehensive health and wellness experience platform was meticulously created by Dong'e Ejiao in collaboration with core design experts from the American Five Jie Company and Disney. It integrates industrial tourism with wellness experiences, featuring highlights such as the Ejiao Exploration Corridor, holographic imaging, 4D dynamic cinema, flight cinema, Golden House Ejiao Storage, smart workshops, and the Seven Star Island experience views. Here, visitors can witness the technological marvels of Industry 4.0, admire the magical charm of 5G smart factories, and experience the harmonious blend of Eastern and Western aesthetics in production, ecology, and lifestyle within this stunning industrial park.

Dong'e · 20.3km from Pingyin

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Baotu Spring

8.5

4.6/5

59.3k reviews

Baotu Spring is located in the bustling downtown area of Jinan, with Thousand Buddha Mountain to the south, Daming Lake attraction to the north, and Quancheng Square to the east. It is a distinctive garden themed around springs, renowned as "the finest spring under heaven" and ranked first among Jinan's "72 famous springs," with a history spanning over 2,000 years. It has also appeared in literary works many times, most notably in Lao She's essay "Baotu Spring." Visitors come here to witness the magnificent sight of the three springs erupting. The main spring is the centerpiece of the park. The spring water splits into three streams, clear and crisp, gushing day and night, and reaching several feet high when the flow is abundant. Around the spring are large stone blocks with railings, where visitors can look down at the spectacular sight of the three springs surging in the pool. Beside the spring stands a stone tablet inscribed with "First Spring" in dark green, written by Emperor Qianlong himself. In addition, nearby are scattered more than thirty famous springs, including Golden Thread Spring, Shuyu Spring, Xibo Spring, Liuxu Spring, Huanghua Spring, and Dukang Spring. Due to the abundant local rainfall in July and August, this is a good season to come and admire the spring water. In midsummer, visitors can have an intimate encounter with the spring water in the park. Some springs have no railings around them, and there are stone paths in the pools with spring water flowing over them. Visitors can step down into the pools to get close to the water, and walking on the stone paths, their feet will be splashed by the spring water, giving a cool sensation. Besides getting close to the water, there are also springs beside the pools that visitors can drink from directly. To the east of the spring is the Wanghe Pavilion Teahouse, which offers visitors specially preparedThis springFragrant tea brewed with water. In addition to the springs, another sight worth seeing in the park is the South Gate. It is magnificently and elegantly decorated. The horizontal plaque above the gate, with the words "Baotu Spring" in golden characters on a blue background, was written by Emperor Qianlong of the Qing Dynasty and is acclaimed as the "first gate" of Chinese gardens. In addition, the attraction frequently hosts various cultural activities. Every year during the first lunar month, a lantern festival is held in the park, lasting 20 days. There is also the Spring Water Culture Festival, during which the park features various folk activities, calligraphy and painting exhibitions, and opera performances for visitors to enjoy. The park also hosts a chrysanthemum exhibition; in the golden fall season, when the springs all surge forth and chrysanthemums and spring water complement each other beautifully, it is well worth a visit. In addition, the attraction has also launched a cruise route. After touring the attraction, visitors who are interested can board a boat at the boat station and sail through the West Gate Bridge in Jinan's old city area, passing by the East Gate of Wulongtan Park and entering Wulongtan Lock, Jinan's first passenger lock in history, where they can experience a drop of more than 2 m. Sitting on the east side of the boat, visitors can also see the relief sculptures of the "Eight Views of Jinan." Along the way, there are many aquatic plants on the banks, and the river water is so clear that the bottom is visible.

Jinan · 64.9km from Pingyin

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Ejiao World

3.7

5.0/5

115 reviews

Ejiao World, invested and built by Dong'e Ejiao Co., Ltd., is located at No. 78 Ejiao Street, Dong'e County, Shandong Province. It uses the nearly three thousand years of Ejiao culture as its carrier, the traditional Chinese medicine culture as its support, the factory as its stage, the products as its props, and the consumer experience as its core. It has been carefully created in collaboration with a team of world-renowned experts. It is a traditional Chinese medicine health and wellness experience tourism project with a strong sense of popular science, interactivity, and fun. The Dong'e Ejiao Experience Factory is the core area of the Ejiao World. The main experience projects include the Phantom Theater, the Ejiao Exploration Gallery, the 4D Dynamic Theater, the Flying Theater, the Golden House Ejiao Museum, the Intelligent Ejiao Warehouse and the Seven Star Island. This area integrates the production scene into the interactive experience, allowing visitors to experience the production process and procedures of Dong'e Ejiao in the fragrance of the glue; interprets the culture with modern high technology, integrates intelligent robots, holographic projection and other multimedia technologies, and interprets the style of the thousand-year-old Ejiao. Here, you can feel the technological shock brought to you by Industry 4.0 and the beautiful park of "Three Lives and Three Beauties".

Dong'e · 17.9km from Pingyin

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Rose Cuiping Mountain

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4.7/5

6 reviews

Cuiping Mountain Attraction is located 12.5 kilometers southwest of Pingyin County, Jinan City. It is a key scenic spot in our county, with beautiful natural scenery and profound cultural heritage. Since ancient times, it has been famous for its "strange temples, strange stones, strange trees and strange waters". Wonderful temple: The Baofeng Temple on the hillside was built in the Tang Dynasty and was originally named Baoning Temple. The temple is magnificent and has Buddhism, Taoism, and Confucianism as one. The pagoda of the founder, Zen Master Cijing, is also located here. There is also a national cultural relic protection unit in the Baofeng Temple on the top of the mountain - the Tang Dynasty Duofo Pagoda, which is more than 1,300 years old. Strange Stones: There is a "Water Mountain with Greenery" on the mountain, which is rated as the first of the eight ancient scenic spots in Pingyin. Two huge rocks are stacked on top of each other, and between the rocks stands a pine tree with lush branches and leaves, so it is named "Greenery". There is also a group of naturally formed canine-tooth-shaped stones on the mountain, which look like a group of turtles, implying that every visitor will be lucky, safe and long-lived, so it is named "Group of Turtles Paying Homage to Birthday". Strange Trees: There are many century-old cypress trees on the mountain, with luxuriant branches and leaves of various shapes, growing between boulders and on cliffs. There is also a thousand-year-old tree called "Elm Thousand Layers", known as "the best elm in the world", which has a history of more than a thousand years according to research. Wonderful water: There are many springs on the mountain, and there is a saying that "there is a spring in every crack in the rock", so the locals call it "Water Mountain". The more famous ones are "Youben Spring" and "Shimen Golden Spring". Among them, "Shimen Golden Spring" was originally named "Luoyang Spring". Water flows out from several cracks in the rocks and continues for four seasons. It is now the main water source for monks. Cuiping Mountain is the birthplace of Pingyin Rose. More than 1,300 years ago, the Tang Dynasty monk Cijing planted and cultivated roses near the Shimen Jinquan in Cuiping Mountain, offering flowers to Buddha and using Buddha to cultivate flowers. Later, roses spread Souvenir Cuiping Mountain, and Pingyin Rose came from this. Nowadays, in order to provide better services to tourists, Cuiping Mountain Tourist Attraction has renovated and upgraded its infrastructure, functional facilities (tourist service center, toilets, parking lots, etc.) and scenic spots in accordance with the national A-level Attraction assessment standards.

Pingyin · 10.8km from downtown

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Daming Lake Scenic Area

8.2

4.6/5

9.7k reviews

Daming Lake Scenic Area is located in the northeast of central Jinan, in the northern part of the old city, and is a park integrating water scenery, garden landscapes, and ancient architecture. Daming Lake is a natural lake fed by numerous springs within the city, giving rise to the saying "all springs converge here," and its history can be traced back to the Northern Wei period. The attraction is divided into the old scenic area and the new scenic area, with a total of sixteen classic views scattered throughout, connected to the city moat to form a lakeside touring route. Entering the old scenic area from the East Gate, the first thing that greets the eye is the Zeng Causeway Winding by the Water. Located in the eastern part of the attraction, the Zeng Causeway is a long embankment connecting the north and south, and it was also the necessary route from the south shore of the lake to Beizhu Pavilion in the past. Willows cast shade along the causeway, and the lake waters sparkle on both sides. Beside the Zeng Causeway, the Chaoran Tower offers a high vantage point for overlooking the entire lake scenery, and this spot is known as "Chaoran Zhiyuan." Walking south along the Zeng Causeway toward the South Gate leads into the new scenic area, where seven bridges of distinct styles form the "Seven Bridges in Wind and Moonlight." Among them, the Quehua Bridge has a long history and is one of the more famous ones. The Lao She Memorial Hall is also located here, displaying Lao She's life and creative experience in Jinan. Passing through the South Gate and heading west, visitors arrive at "Jiaxuan's Lingering Charm." Jiaxuan Garden, originally named Jiaxuan Shrine, was built to commemorate the Southern Song patriotic poet Xin Qiji, and within the garden visitors can experience his military career and bold, unconstrained poetic style. You can take a cruise to the small island in the middle of the lake. The Lixia Pavilion on the island is one of Jinan's famous pavilions; its plaque with red background and golden characters was handwritten by Emperor Qianlong, and the full text of "Ode to the Ancient Li Pavilion" by Pu Songling is engraved on the wall. Continue by boat to the northern part of the attraction near the East Gate, where the towering Huibo Tower stands. Climbing the tower, you can gaze south toward Thousand Buddha Mountain and look north toward Mount Que and Mount Hua in the distance. At sunset, the lake surface sparkles with rippling light—this is the "Huibo Sunset Glow." Descend Huibo Tower and walk west past the North Gate to reach "Canglang Lotus Charm," where the Iron Lord Shrine, Canglang Pavilion, and Small Canglang Pavilion are located. In summer, when the lotus flowers are in full bloom, the scenery is especially beautiful. Inside the Small Canglang Pavilion, you can also read the famous couplet by Liu Fenggao: "Lotus on four sides, willows on three; a city of mountain scenery, half a city of lake."

Jinan · 66.8km from Pingyin

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Millennium City Park

8.8

4.6/5

29.1k reviews

Millennium City Park is located by the shores of Longting Lake in Kaifeng. It is a large-scale historical and cultural theme park of the Song Dynasty, recreated one-to-one based on the famous painting Along the River During the Qingming Festival by Song Dynasty painter Zhang Zeduan. The park is divided into two sections by the Shuangting Bridge: the South Garden recreates the bustling street life of the Bianjing city, with taverns, eateries, teahouses, and pharmacies lined up along the streets; the North Garden is an imperial garden, with waterside halls, the Sifang Courtyard, and other palace buildings standing by the lake. Performers and street vendors in the park mostly wear Song Dynasty costumes, with ancient music lingering and bells and drums sounding, so that after a few steps visitors can easily fall under the illusion of "stepping into a painting in one morning, dreaming back a thousand years in one day." Architecture is the intuitive and tangible highlight here: the Rainbow Bridge spanning the Bian River is a replica of the famous bridge in the painting, shaped like a long rainbow, and standing on the bridge watching the grain boats pass by feels much like being inside the painting; the Fuyun Pavilion towers above all the other pavilions in the garden, with its tiered red towers and golden tiles on all four eaves, inviting one to climb from afar; the Shangshan Gate is rebuilt after the Northern Song dynasty Dongjing city gate, tall and majestic with brilliant painted decorations, making it the most imposing gate tower in the garden; and the Shuixin Xie, Shuangting Bridge, Jiulong Bridge, and other pavilions and waterside structures are scattered among the blue waves. The main attraction of the day is the immersive performances staged throughout the park: "Bao Zheng Inspects the Bian River Grain Transport" unfolds on the water on both sides of the Rainbow Bridge; "Squire Wang Seeks a Son-in-Law" features a decorated tower erected in front of Squire Wang's house where a silk ball is tossed to choose a groom; "Yue Fei Challenges Prince Xiao Liang" raises dust on the Song dynasty parade ground as horses gallop; and folk performances such as cockfighting, stilt walking, and pan drumming are interspersed throughout. To step into the action yourself, head to the Four Directions Courtyard to don traditional costumes and enter the examination cells for a hands-on Song dynasty imperial exam experience; families with children can enjoy carousel rides, roller coasters, and other amusement facilities wrapped in Song dynasty storytelling at the Song Dynasty·Royal Pleasure Ground; and in the entertainment quarters, face-changing, qigong fire-breathing, ancient magic, and other Song dynasty variety acts take turns on stage, with intangible cultural heritage feats ready to break out at any moment right beside you. After nightfall, the park takes on a different face: red lanterns light up one after another, the market streets are brightly illuminated, and it feels like a completely different park from the daytime. The large-scale water-based live performance "The Great Song Dynasty's Eastern Capital: A Dream of Splendor" is staged on the surface of Jinglong Lake. The entire show is woven together from eight classic Song ci poems and the painting Along the River During the Qingming Festival, drawing the audience back to the Northern Song dynasty's Eastern Capital a thousand years ago. The performance runs about 70 minutes, and many visitors deliberately plan their itinerary to stay until the evening to catch this show. Dining in the park is also convenient: the snack street at Dongjing Food Court brings together Kaifeng snacks such as fried liangfen, tongzi chicken, and almond tea, perfect for eating while strolling; if you want to sit down for a proper meal, you can visit the reconstructed Sun Yang Zheng Dian in the park, which was originally one of the seventy-two official restaurants of Bianjing in the Northern Song Dynasty, where you can taste traditional Henan dishes such as soup dumplings and carp with baked noodles.

China · Kaifeng

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Quanfu Little Jiangnan

2.6

3.0/5

39 reviews

Quanfu Xiaojiangnan Attraction is located in the Qiluquan Township - Zhifang Village, Hongfanchi Town, Pingyin County, Jinan, Shandong Province. The village has a history of more than 400 years. This is the location of the imperial forest granted by Yu Shenxing, the imperial teacher of three generations of the Ming Dynasty, and also the location of Yu's villa. Most of his poems and essays describing the landscape of Hongfan in his later years were created here, such as "Peach blossoms have fallen in Wuling Creek, green grass and willows are slender on the banks, the owner of the cave is not here now, the green mountains are like a painting and birds are crying in the sky" was created in the villa. A blessed land of springs, like a dream in the south of the Yangtze River Hongfanchi Town is known as the Qilu Spring Town. It is spiritual because of the confluence of springs, and also because the springs gather blessings from all directions, it has outstanding people and rich products. It is indeed a place of happiness and longevity. The springs are beautiful, the bamboo rafts in the creek, the green bamboos, the Jiangnan folk songs, the Hui-style buildings, the flowing water under the small bridges, the clouds and mist, all of which outline a Jiangnan landscape ink painting, which is like a dream, and is rare in the north. Tomb of Yulinge Lao: There is a unique forest of white pine trees in Shandong Province, which is rare in scale and ranks first in the country in terms of concentrated reserves. It is called "Yulin" because it is the tomb of Yu Shenxing, the teacher of three emperors of the Ming Dynasty (Shenzong, Guangzong, and Xizong), the Grand Councillor of the Ming Dynasty, the Prince's Guardian, the Minister of Rites, and the Grand Secretary of the Dongge. Yulin is a mausoleum built in Hongfan by Emperor Wanli in 1607 to repay his teacher's kindness. It covers an area of 64 mu. According to historical records of the Ming Dynasty, Yulin was once magnificent, with a pair of tall stone lions outside the main gate, two Huabiao in the forest, and stone tigers, stone sheep, stone horses, and Weng Zhong facing each other on both sides of the corridor; there are also coffin pavilions, 10 stone tablets recording political achievements, articles, and personal qualities, and two memorial archways. Yu Shenxing was 63 years old when he died, and Wanli gave him 63 white pine trees to mourn for him. Unfortunately, after experiencing historical trends such as "Destroy the Four Olds", only the gate and other buildings and 40 white pine trees remain in Yu Lin. The other stone tablets and stone carvings were cut into pieces to build a "Cultural Revolution Bridge". In the Attraction, the four epitaphs of Yu Shenxing and his wife have been cleverly preserved and are kept in the Wenchang Pavilion in the Hongfanchi Attraction. Bamboo Forest Trail:The bamboo forest trail is located in the bamboo forest area in the west of the Attraction. Walking through the dense bamboo forest by the Langxi River and stepping onto the wooden fish stone path is like entering a dream. Sometimes the bamboo forest is dense and shrouded in mist; sometimes you pass through the bamboo forest and suddenly appear on the water; sometimes you encounter scenic spots and are constantly surprised. Walking through it, it is unpredictable and is a key project of Fuquan Fu Xiaojiangnan. Bamboo Forest and Sea of Bliss:Passing through the quiet bamboo forest, you will occasionally see a gourd-shaped spring pond. It is said that the God of Fortune came here to take spring water, so it is named Fuhai. There is a giant Fushi stone at the junction of the bamboo forest, which is a must-see for tourists to take photos and check in. Bamboo Forest Dream:The Bamboo Sea Dreamland is located in the bamboo forest. Standing in the bamboo sea, on the quiet bamboo forest path, with mist filling the air, it is like a fairyland. You can experience the dreamy beauty in the mist. Huludao:Huludao is a gourd-shaped island in the Langxi River, surrounded by clear water and ever-blooming peach blossoms. According to legend, Lü Dongbin once came to Nantian Temple to practice Taoism. On the last day, he said goodbye to his Taoist friends and got drunk. His wine gourd rolled down Yuncui Mountain and fell into the Langxi River, turning into Huludao. The Drinks in the gourd flowed out and formed the "Fuquan", which is the clear spring at the mouth of Huludao. Tourists take the water from the Fuquan and feel relaxed and happy. Because of the water of the Fuquan, there are flowers all year round on the island, and the air is like a fairy. Like a dream in Jiangnan:Standing at the Wangfu Bridge, looking eastward, you can see Nian Mountain, Langxi River, the Hui-style buildings built along the river, and the bamboo spring fairy in the water, which outlines a dreamlike dynamic ink painting of the Jiangnan water town. It is like a miniature of Jiangnan and is the best photo-taking spot in the whole park. Bamboo Spring Fairy:Gathering in an elegant room overlooking the river, enjoying the delicious food of Quanfu, I suddenly heard a Jiangnan tune outside the window, and saw the fairy of bamboo and spring in the song. Following the song, I found a beautiful woman in the river, seemingly in the middle of the water. Such feelings and such feelings, how can I linger on. Clear Spring Stone Flow:It is inspired by Wang Wei's "Autumn Night in the Mountain" in the Tang Dynasty. "After the rain in the empty mountain, the weather turns to autumn late. The bright moon shines among the pines, and the clear spring flows over the rocks. The bamboos are rustling with the return of the washerwomen, and the lotus leaves are swaying with the fishing boats. Let the spring flowers rest as they please, and the prince can stay as he pleases." The bluestone is a hundred meters square, and the spring water flows over the rocks, with waves cascading down, washing away your worries.

Pingyin · 23.6km from downtown

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The Best Spring In The World

7.9

4.6/5

1.4k reviews

The Best Spring In The World is located in downtown Jinan, featuring "one river (the moat), one lake (Daming Lake), three springs (the Baotu Spring, Heihu Spring, and Wulongtan spring clusters), and four parks (Baotu Spring Park, Huancheng Park, Wulongtan Park, and Daming Lake Park)." The attraction centers around Baotu Spring, renowned as the "No. 1 Spring Under Heaven." Its waters flow into rivers and converge into lakes, harmoniously blending with the ancient Mingfu City. To the north lies Wulongtan (Five Dragon Pool), while to the east stretches Jinan's Huancheng Park (home to the Black Tiger Spring and other springs), both highly celebrated in Jinan. These springs boast exceptional water quality. Daming Lake, a natural lake formed by the convergence of numerous springs, receives water from its southern shore. When full, the water flows out through the Northern Water Gate, built during the Song Dynasty on the lake's north shore. The lakebed consists of impermeable igneous rock, preventing flooding during heavy rains or drought. Often described as "a confluence of springs merging to embrace the Jiluo region," it's hailed as the "Pearl of the Spring City." Similarly, the moat formed by spring waters encircles the ancient city like a jade belt, offering scenic cruise rides along its course. The attraction boasts stunning natural scenery and rich cultural heritage, featuring not only springs, rivers, and lakes but also numerous historical landmarks. Highlights include the Chaoran Tower dating back to the Yuan Dynasty and the Luoyuan Hall originally built during the Northern Wei Dynasty (now a Ming-era structure). Historical sites include the Luoshang Terrace, the former residence site of Qin Qiong, and the Beishui Gate. Notable former residences include the Nanfeng Ancestral Hall, Jiaxuan Ancestral Hall, Li Qingzhao Memorial Hall and Yi'an Old Residence, Tiegong Ancestral Hall, and Lao She Memorial Hall. Red tourism sites include the Jinan Massacre Memorial and the former site of the Shandong Provincial Committee of the Communist Party of China.

Jinan · 66.9km from Pingyin

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1-day tour to Qingtong Mountain Grand Canyon + Simen Pagoda + Lingyan Temple in Jinan (Chinese/English bilingual service)

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Duration: 4.8 hrs

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Shandong Dezhou Ancient Canal + Dongzi Garden + Tomb of King Sulu + Old Yellow River Course 1-day Tour with Chinese and English Services

Duration: 7.5 hrs

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Jinan, Shandong | Discovering the ancient charm of the spring city: Three Famous Springs + Qushuiting Street + Furong Street + Daming Lake Scenic Area

Duration: 6.5 hrs

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Jinan, Shandong | A glimpse of the charm of the spring city: Daming Lake Scenic Area + Kuanhouli + Three Famous Springs + Qianfo Mountain Scenic Area

Duration: 7.5 hrs

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What travellers say about Pingyin

Anonymous user10 November 2026

5.0

Taking the Zhongtianmen Cableway on Mount Tai is a time-saving, effortless, and worry-free option. It only takes about 10 minutes to get from Zhongtianmen to Nantianmen, and you don't even need to climb the 18 bends – truly a blessing for lazy people!

Mount Taishan

睡恣@M丶9 February 2022

4.0

"The water in the pond does not increase or decrease with drought or flood, nor does it change temperature with winter or summer." The spring water rises steadily, and a coin thrown on the water surface can float for a long time. When exposed to the sun, it shines with golden light. The scene of "Hongfan floating gold" has become a famous historical landscape.

Hongfan Lake

YoYo_D1l9r9b11 September 2026

5.0

The Dong'e Traditional Chinese Medicine Culture Tourism Area mainly revolves around donkey-hide gelatin (Ejiao). The Dong'e Ejiao City is an antique-style architectural complex where visitors can observe the Ejiao production process; the integration of industrial tourism and traditional culture is quite natural. The China Ejiao Museum houses historical artifacts, offering insights into the evolution of Ejiao, while the Tribute Ejiao Hall showcases traditional production techniques and offers interactive experiences. The area isn't too crowded, making it easy to explore. Overall, it's worth taking your time and is suitable for those interested in traditional Chinese medicine.

Dong'e Traditional Chinese Medicine Cultural Tourism Area

verazhe7 November 2026

5.0

A must-see attraction in Jinan, the chrysanthemum exhibition is also very beautiful recently. The continuous gushing of Baotu Spring is quite amazing, and it gets really crowded. Going early is better. The spring water is incredibly clear when the weather is good.

Baotu Spring

M64***0920 August 2026

5.0

The children's horizons and understanding were broadened by seeing the 3,000-year cultural history of donkey-hide gelatin in the museum and the modern, high-tech production workshop in the Donkey-hide Gelatin World.

Ejiao World

铁甲小宝爱旅游29 May 2025

5.0

My dears, I went to Cuiping Mountain in Jinan! This mountain is really great, the air is so fresh as if it has been washed. Climbing all the way up, you can see many ancient monuments, and feel the full sense of history. The view at the top of the mountain is super wide, and you can see far away. There are few food and drinks on the mountain, so you have to bring enough by yourself, but overall it is worth it!

Rose Cuiping Mountain

E32***4525 October 2026

5.0

The hotel is very close to Baotu Spring Scenic Area, just 200 meters from the south gate, which is very convenient. Guests can also enjoy Baotu Spring water while staying at the hotel. It's also not too far to get to Daming Lake Scenic Area. The hotel service is excellent, very 👍.

Daming Lake Scenic Area

Anonymous user10 November 2026

4.0

The scenery is different during the day and at night, each with its own unique characteristics. The scenic area is well-planned and the landscape is quite nice, making it worth a visit. The only downside is the large number of people. Transportation in the surrounding area is not very convenient.

Millennium City Park

badkatty8 October 2026

4.0

The area is serene and verdant, offering a tranquil and refreshing escape. The boardwalks and bamboo groves add a touch of wild charm. It's perfect for a weekend getaway, avoiding the annoyance of crowds and the overwhelming presence of trendy advertising signs. It has the ambiance of a 2000s-era scenic area seamlessly integrated with nature, with its stone paths and wooden bridges. However, there are virtually no recreational facilities. Aside from a few swings and plum blossom stakes—things I loved playing on as a child—the mini-train and boats are closed due to the lack of visitors. The commercial street on the other side is also likely closed, leaving only a few rows of white-walled, black-tiled Hui-style buildings standing silently. The only two businesses operating in the entire area are a restaurant (with mediocre food) and a small shop at the entrance. On a side note, this area seems more suitable for guesthouses than trendy streets; it's a shame those rows of empty houses are so empty. Our family arrived at 10 am and left around 3 pm, spending about four hours there, excluding meals. In short, it's worth a short visit within an hour of parking, but not worth making a special trip for.

Quanfu Little Jiangnan

M35***807 October 2026

5.0

This was my first time visiting Baotu Spring. I went in the afternoon to avoid the crowds, so the experience wasn't too bad. The three springs were bubbling away, and the water was crystal clear. No wonder it's called the City of Springs! 👍

The Best Spring In The World

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Trip Moments in Pingyin

A 2-hour high-speed train ride and everyone thought I went to Jiangnan. It's stunning!

“Took a 2-hour high-speed train from Jinan, and friends asked if I'd run off to Suzhou 🤣 It was actually the Ming Shui Ancient City + Baimai Spring area.”

@_TI***3m · 21 days ago

Pingyin Rose & Spring Countryside Route | Jinan Weekend Road Trip Guide

“Around Jinan | Pingyin Rose & Spring Countryside Day Trip (Flower Sea & Spring Water Route) Where to go: This route connects 3 core spots: Fanglei Rose Town, Quanfu "Little Jiangnan," and Shuyuan Spring.”

@Aventure?toile456 · 5 days ago

No need to head to Jiangnan! A slow-paced spring-seeking getaway near Jinan, quiet and uncrowded

“Just two hours from Jinan, step into this town where springs flow, free from noisy crowds🍃 ✨Trip highlights ▫️Hongfan Pool (Dragon Pool)💧 One of the 72 famous springs of Jinan, it maintains a constant temperature of 17°C year-round.”

@LINCOLN REEVES · 6 days ago

2-hour direct trip from Jinan: A hidden spring town for couples

“Tired of the crowds at popular ancient towns and looking for a romantic, quiet place to escape the city with your partner?”

@wonderful day&& · 7 days ago

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Frequently asked questions

What are the must-do things in Pingyin?

Don't miss these attractions in Pingyin: Mount Taishan, Hongfan Lake, and Dong'e Traditional Chinese Medicine Cultural Tourism Area. If you like Day tours, try Chinese Group Day Tour to Jinan & Mount Tai: Five Sacred Mountains' Supreme Peak, Jade Emperor Summit with Admission Tickets & Scenic Area Shuttle Included. If you enjoy Culture & history, try Qufu three Confucian sites: Confucius temple, Confucius mansion and Confucius museum private day tour [with intangible cultural heritage experience included].

What are the recommended tours and excursions in Pingyin?

When choosing a tour, start with how much time you have and the kind of experience you're looking for. Trending options right now include Chinese Group Day Tour to Jinan & Mount Tai: Five Sacred Mountains' Supreme Peak, Jade Emperor Summit with Admission Tickets & Scenic Area Shuttle Included, Jinan Qufu's Temple and Cemetery of Confucius and Kong Family Mansion Bus Group Day Tour with Confucius Temple, Kong Family Mansion, and Confucius Forest, and Chinese Group Day Tour in Jinan: Baotu Spring, Qianfo Mountain Scenic Area, Daming Lake Scenic Area, Chaoran Tower & Heihu Spring. Check the real-time availability and itinerary before you book.

What's the typical cost of day tours and activities in Pingyin?

As of 11 November 2026, the reference price for day tours and activities in Pingyin is around EUR 51.1 – EUR 183.03. Rates vary by duration, group size, transport, tickets, meals, and any special admission requirements. Before you book, please confirm the billing currency and whether the price is quoted per person or per group.

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Quanfu Little Jiangnan

The Best Spring In The World

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What travellers say about Pingyin

Mount Taishan

Hongfan Lake

Dong'e Traditional Chinese Medicine Cultural Tourism Area

Baotu Spring

Ejiao World

Rose Cuiping Mountain

Daming Lake Scenic Area

Millennium City Park

Quanfu Little Jiangnan

The Best Spring In The World

Trip Moments in Pingyin

A 2-hour high-speed train ride and everyone thought I went to Jiangnan. It's stunning!

Pingyin Rose & Spring Countryside Route | Jinan Weekend Road Trip Guide

No need to head to Jiangnan! A slow-paced spring-seeking getaway near Jinan, quiet and uncrowded

2-hour direct trip from Jinan: A hidden spring town for couples

Popular cities near Pingyin

Lianyungang

Jinan

Zibo

Shijiazhuang

Zhengzhou

Xuzhou

Mount Taishan

Kaifeng

Frequently asked questions

What are the must-do things in Pingyin?

What are the recommended tours and excursions in Pingyin?

What's the typical cost of day tours and activities in Pingyin?

How can I contact Trip.com customer support?

Can I change or cancel my booking?

How can I get discounted prices?