Jinan

Known as the 'Number One Spring under Heaven', Baotu Spring has a 2,700-year history and is the top of Jinan's 72 famous springs. Visit the Baotu Spring Scenic Area to see the spring's powerful jets and historic buildings like Luoyuan Hall and the Li Qingzhao Memorial Hall.

One of Jinan's three major attractions, Daming Lake covers 53% of the park area and is fed by springs like Pearl Spring. Highlights include the ancient Lixia Pavilion, where Du Fu once wrote a poem, and the Beiji Temple, the largest Taoist temple in the city.

This park features 27 spring pools, including 11 listed among Jinan's 72 famous springs. Legend says it formed when Qin Qiong's mansion sank after heavy rain. Explore ancient structures like the Daming Temple and enjoy the tranquil water scenery.

Pearl Spring is a serene spring pool with a 1,000-year-old crabapple tree planted by Zeng Gong. The spring feeds Daming Lake via the Bihua Pond. Nearby, you can find 11 other springs, including Sanwen Spring and Zhusha Spring.

A 432-meter-long old commercial street named after Furong Spring, now famous as 'Qilu's First Snack Street'. Enjoy a variety of local snacks and visit the Guandi Temple, dating back to the mid-Qing Dynasty, where two historic springs were rediscovered.

This historic street preserves the classic Jinan scene of 'every household has spring water, every door has willows'. Walk along the clear stream, past old houses, and experience the charm described in 'The Travels of Lao Can'.

Built to commemorate the liberation of Jinan, this pavilion stands on the site of the 1948 battle breakthrough. Climb 61 steps to see the heroic sculptures and revolutionary relics, and enjoy views of the moat and Black Tiger Spring.

Dedicated to the Southern Song poet Xin Qiji, this hall is housed in a former Li Hongzhang temple. Admire the calligraphy by Chen Yi and Guo Moruo, and learn about the poet's life and works through exhibits and artifacts.

One of China's larger city zoos, home to giraffes, hippos, chimpanzees, zebras, and rare species like giant pandas, golden monkeys, and Asian elephants. A great place for family outings and wildlife observation.

Named by Emperor Taizong of Tang, this scenic area features waterfalls, the highest peak in Jinan (Tizi Mountain), and the largest canyon. Visit the Shuilian Cave, where spring water flows year-round, and taste the 'divine water' from the springs.

China's largest forest wildlife kingdom, home to over 150 species and 10,000 animals. Explore the walking safari, herbivore area, and the highest point, Wangyue Pavilion, which is just 12 km from the Sun Viewing Peak of Mount Tai.

Named for its medicinal plants, this park is 8-10°C cooler than downtown in summer and has 380 times the negative oxygen ions. Visit the Tianchi (Heavenly Pool) at 720 meters altitude and see rare herbs like He Shou Wu and Tai Shan Lingzhi.

Known as 'the first ancient village in Qilu', this village boasts nearly 200 ancient buildings, 30 stone bridges, and 20 springs. Highlights include the Zhu Family Ancestral Hall and the Kangxi Twin Bridges, praised as a prototype of modern overpasses.

One of China's largest provincial museums, showcasing Shandong's rich history and culture. Explore exhibits on ancient civilization, Confucian heritage, and natural history, with artifacts spanning thousands of years.