I thought Xi'an was beautiful until I went to Shandong.

Shandong Tourist Attractions I. Introduction Mingshui Ancient City is located in Zhangqiu District, Jinan City, Shandong Province. It is a tourist destination that combines history, culture, and natural scenery. Here, you will find the blue bricks and tiles, small bridges, and flowing water of Jiangnan, as well as crystal-clear springs and large ancient buildings. Walking through the city, you will feel as if you have traveled through time and space, back to the time of Li Qingzhao's poetry. II. Travel Route 1. Day 1: West Gate Visitor Center → Changhong Bridge → Mingshui Street → Meng Hongsheng Cloth Shop → Meng Family Courtyard → Fox Fairy Garden Party → Ancient City Yashu → Song Dynasty Post Office → Lotus Banquet → Spring Show 2. Day 2: Morning Wine Market → Rowing Boat → Moquan Spring → Longquan Temple → Baimai Spring → Former Residence of Li Qingzhao III. Recommended Attractions 1. **Longquan Temple**: A thousand-year-old temple, home to the famous Baimai Spring. The ancient temple is quiet, with a large "Buddha" character hanging high, making it a perfect photo background. 2. **Meng Family Courtyard**: The residence of the descendants of Mencius, with wonderful opera performances often held in the theater. 3. **Former Residence of Li Qingzhao**: There are many springs, such as Shuyu Spring and Plum Blossom Spring, and the sight of water flooding the steps is particularly spectacular. 4. **Mingshui Street**: Built along the river, it is full of the smoke and fire of Jiangnan, where you can experience the rich culture of the city. 5. **Fox Fairy Garden Party**: Dress up in Hanfu and tour the ancient city, experiencing the fun of an immersive garden party. 6. **Spring Show**: The night spring show features a light show and drone performance, as well as various performances combining classical and modern elements. IV. Recommended Food 1. **Morning Wine Market**: Taste local specialties at 9:00 am, such as sweet soup, hanging stove biscuits, and spring lamb soup. 2. **Weilu Shishi**: Go to the theater, drink tea, and listen to opera, with snacks to warm you up. V. Transportation Guide 1. High-speed rail: Take the high-speed rail from Qingdao, Beijing, Shanghai, and other places to Zhangqiu Station or Zhangqiu North Station, and then transfer to local transportation to the scenic area. 2. Self-driving: You can drive to the scenic area from the surrounding areas of Shandong, and navigate directly to Mingshui Ancient City Scenic Area. VI. Tips 1. Pay attention to the opening hours of the scenic area: 9:00–22:00. 2. Buy boat tickets and admission tickets in advance to avoid delays. 3. Wear comfortable shoes and clothes for easy travel. 4. Bring a camera to capture beautiful moments. Come and visit this hidden Jiangnan town and experience a different Shandong style!