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Main Attractions and Features Wulongtan Park (Five Dragons Pool Park) Feature: The rockery opposite the Dragon Pool Fish Viewing area is the best spot for photography, with the evening blue-hour night view being particularly enchanting. Chaoran Tower Feature: It is recommended to capture the distant view near the North Gate of Daming Lake. The lighting of the tower at around 18:00 at Chaoran Tower Square is a must-see. Liberation Pavilion Feature: A landmark commemorating the victory of the Jinan Campaign, with a more imposing view from across the street. Qushuiting Street Feature: A street…
Top1 Baotu Spring A scene straight out of a Chinese textbook! The best time to see the three streams is during the rainy season, and the 40 yuan ticket is worth it. The banana trees at the Li Qingzhao Memorial Hall are very photogenic. Hidden tip: Use an empty bottle to collect drinkable spring water (it's safe to drink!). Top2 Daming Lake The moment Chaoran Tower lights up at 19:10 is breathtaking! Arrive 20 minutes early to secure a good spot. Recommended: Take a painted boat ride on the lake (30 yuan) and listen…
"Half the city is mountains, half is lakes," the Jinan depicted by poets is as picturesque as a Jiangnan garden. If you missed the greenery of spring and summer, winter in Jinan still holds its charm. Lao She once wrote in his essay, "God gave the art of summer to Switzerland, the art of spring to West Lake, and all of autumn and winter to Jinan." Indeed, after the snow, Wulongtan in Jinan, bathed in faint, scattered sunlight, presents a delicate scene. Without heavy strokes of color, it sketches a…
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…
It’s been years since I last visited Jinan, and the night view of Daming Lake is absolutely breathtaking now!Chaoran Tower is pretty impressive—totally worth the hype! There were so many people taking photos, and the vibe was amazing!
Itinerary Day 1: Baotu Spring - Quancheng Square - Black Tiger Spring - Liberation Pavilion - Kuanhouli Baotu Spring: A iconic landmark of Jinan, the spring water steams in winter, clear and vibrant with fish. The site includes cultural relics like the Li Qingzhao Memorial. Suggested visit time: 1-2 hours. Quancheng Square: A large central square in Jinan, perfect for enjoying the warm lights and relaxed atmosphere in winter. Ideal for night views. Suggested visit time: 0.5 hours. Black Tiger Spring: One of Jinan's four famous springs, known for its…