Jinan! A City of Springs!

Jinan Guide: Itinerary Day 1: Baotu Spring - Quancheng Square - Heihu Spring - Liberation Pavilion - Kuanhouli Baotu Spring: As a landmark attraction in Jinan, Baotu Spring has a unique charm in winter. The spring water is steaming, crystal clear, and you can see fish swimming happily. Here, you can feel the warmth and vitality of Jinan. There are also cultural relics such as the Li Qingzhao Memorial Hall in the scenic area. The recommended visiting time is 1-2 hours. Quancheng Square: This is a large square in the center of Jinan. In winter, the square has warm lights and leisurely crowds. You can enjoy the night view of Jinan and feel the prosperity and vitality of the city. Visiting time is 0.5 hours. Heihu Spring: One of the four famous springs in Jinan, the spring water is turbulent and sounds like a tiger roaring. Here, you can also see Jinan citizens carrying buckets and queuing up to fetch water. Visiting time is about 1 hour. Liberation Pavilion: It was built to commemorate the liberation of Jinan. You can climb to the top of the pavilion to overlook the beautiful scenery of the entire old city of Jinan, which is even more beautiful at night under the lights. Visiting time is 0.5-1 hour. Kuanhouli: This is a historical and cultural district of Jinan. The antique buildings and authentic snacks are unforgettable. The lights are brilliant at night, as if traveling back to ancient times. You can taste special snacks such as Youxuan (fried spiral pancake) and Tianmo (sweet foam). Visiting time is 1-2 hours. Day 2: Furong Street - QuShuiTing Street - Baihuazhou - Daming Lake - Chaoran Tower Furong Street: Close to Kuanhouli, it is a food paradise during the day, with a variety of traditional foods, such as stinky tofu and barbecue. Visiting time is about 1 hour. QuShuiTing Street: There is a strong Jiangnan flavor here. The street follows the water, and the water accompanies the street. On one side are old houses with green bricks and tiles, and on the other side are clear springs with green algae. You can also taste the traditional Jinan specialty, Suan Zan'er (sour dip). Visiting time is about 1 hour. Baihuazhou: Just north of QuShuiTing Street, it is a quiet complex of ancient buildings. You can buy snacks while strolling and enjoy the night view. Visiting time is about 1 hour. Daming Lake: Pavilions and towers are scattered among the picturesque scenery. You can choose to boat on the lake or stroll along the lake to enjoy the lake view. There are also attractions such as the Beiji Pavilion, the Tie Gong Ancestral Temple, and the Lao She Memorial Hall by the lake. Among them, Chaoran Tower is the most worth visiting. You can climb to the top to overlook the entire lake. Visiting time is 2-3 hours. Food Recommendations Special snacks: In addition to the previously mentioned Suan Zan'er, Tianmo, and Youxuan, there are also Jianbing Juan Da Cong (pancake rolls with scallions), Furong Su (crispy hibiscus pastry), and Da Wan Cha (large bowl of tea). These snacks can be tasted in Kuanhouli, Furong Street, and other places. Lu Cuisine Restaurants: Jinan is one of the important birthplaces of Lu cuisine. You can go to traditional Lu cuisine restaurants such as Chunjiang Restaurant to taste authentic Jiuzhuan Dachang (braised pork intestines) and Tang Cu Li Yu (sweet and sour carp). Other foods: In winter, you can also have a bowl of steaming mutton soup to warm your body and mind. In addition, Jinan's barbecue is also unique. Transportation Guide External transportation: It is recommended to choose Jinan Railway Station, which is not far from the scenic spots and the urban area. Daming Lake Station has fewer trains. Urban transportation: You can choose shared bikes or buses to travel between scenic spots in the urban area. If you encounter special circumstances, you can take a taxi. Accommodation Recommendations It is recommended to stay near Daming Lake, Quancheng Square, or Kuanhouli. Most of the scenic spots are nearby, and the transportation is convenient, which can save time and energy for sightseeing.