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I thought the water towns of Jiangnan in Zhejiang were already beautiful enough,
until I encountered this snowy version of Jiangnan in Shandong!
At Li Qingzhao's former residence in Zhangqiu, Jinan,
I truly experienced the feeling of
"drunk and lost, forgetting the way home" as described by Li Qingzhao.
During the Spring Festival holiday, various festive activities will take place.
Here’s my travel guide—don’t miss it if you’re traveling during the Spring Festival!
- Ming Water Ancient Town, Li Qingzhao’s Spring City, Zhangqiu, Jinan, Shandong
- Take the high-speed train to Zhangqiu Station or Zhangqiu North Station, then take a 10-20 minute taxi ride.
Itinerary
Day 1: Visitor Center → Changhong Bridge → Confucian Merchant Street → Cloth Workshop → Meng Family Courtyard → Fox Immortal Street → Mingshui Street → Yamen → Tofu Workshop → Sauce Garden → Post Office → Oil Workshop → Newspaper Office
Day 2: Li Qingzhao’s Former Residence → Shuyu Spring → Plum Blossom Spring → Longquan Temple (Baimai Spring) → Ink Spring → Golden Mirror Spring
Must-See Performances
- Yi’an Poetry Gathering, Shilou Square
Li Qingzhao, also known as Yi’an Jushi, hosted poetry gatherings here. Participate in interactive poetry activities and receive blind box gifts! - Fire Trees and Silver Flowers, Dongma Bay
Iron flower performances under the riverside withered trees—each splash of molten iron breathes new life into the trees. It’s truly breathtaking! - Zhangqiu Ladder Opera, Sanwei Theater
A local traditional opera, recognized as a provincial intangible cultural heritage. Performances are held at specific times, and you can enjoy tea while listening from the upper-floor seats. - Spring Show + Drone Performance, Spring Show Area
A visual feast showcasing the beauty of springs, dancers, and drone formations against the backdrop of the ancient town. - Spring Festival Exclusive Events: Floating Song Queen (similar to Wuzhen), Li Qingzhao Lanterns, Spring Festival Temple Fair, Chaozhou Yingge Dance, Flying Fire Pot, Fireworks Show
Additional Tips
- Pick up a tourist map at the visitor center for easier navigation and check-ins.
- Performance times vary daily. Check the “Ming Water Ancient Town” mini-program for schedules and location navigation.
