Things to do in Qingzhou

Standing at the city gate, you can overlook the entire ancient city, and the Catholic church in the distance is also clearly visible. Overall, the scenery is acceptable. However, the service attitude and awareness of the ancient city staff need to be improved, as soft services are an important aspect of the tourism industry.

9:00-17:00｜Last entry at 16:00, clearing area at 16:30 Closed Mondays (Open as usual on public holidays) Address: No. 7688 Yangtianshan Road Three Treasures of the Museum｜Must-See! Qingzhou Smile · Longxing Temple Buddhist Statues (4F) A gentle touch of the East spanning 500 years, a top-tier online sensation, with an amazing atmosphere. Ming Dynasty Top Scholar's Scroll (2F) The only extant authentic work by a Ming Dynasty top scholar in China, 2460 neat small regular script characters, the pinnacle of ancient scholarship. Jade Bi for Prosperous Descendants (2F) Exquisitely carved from Hetian black jade during the Han Dynasty, brimming with auspicious meaning, with exquisite craftsmanship.

The mountain is not very high, with an altitude of just over 400 meters. However, there is not much scenery along the way, and the climb is a bit tiring. The scenery is only beautiful when you reach the character "寿" (longevity). At the top, the wind feels very comfortable.

One-day tour: Visit Huanghuaxi Tourist Area in the morning to enjoy the natural landscapes such as canyons, waterfalls, and streams; go to Tianyuan Valley Tourist Area in the afternoon to experience the culture of the three religions and military camps. Two-day tour: Visit Huanghuaxi Tourist Area on the first day, rest in the service area of ​​Taihe International Hotel at night, and experience entertainment facilities. Visit Tianyuan Valley Tourist Area on the second day to slowly savor the cultural heritage. Main attractions Huanghuaxi Tourist Area: There are many waterfalls and stream landscapes such as Sanhe Waterfall, Daughter Spring, Yinhe Gorge, and Water Curtain Waterfall, as well as peculiar rock landforms such as "Three Saints Stone", "Danqing Cliff", and "Stone Shrimp Rock". Tianyuan Valley Tourist Area: With "harmony" as the core, there are religious buildings such as Taihe Temple, Wanfo Hall, Bixia Palace, and Confucian Temple, as well as Tang Saier's military camp ruins, such as Jijiding, Yingxiang Mountain, and Zhongjunzhai.

This is my second time visiting Huanghuaxi, and the scenery is beautiful. Lots of water and many waterfalls. The only downside is that rafting is too expensive. I'll come again in autumn. The weather is great today.

Ou Garden, named for its unique and coincidental nature, has a history of over 500 years. The garden features the only surviving Kangxi-style rockery in northern China, along with four unusual stones inscribed with "Fortune, Longevity, Health, and Peace," and a Ming Dynasty osmanthus tree.

Strolling through the secluded ancient alleys, the old houses are well-preserved, and traces of time are everywhere. The local farm food is authentic, and the villagers are warm and friendly. Away from the hustle and bustle of the city, you can immerse yourself in the slow life of the countryside and have a perfect experience.

The steps are quite high on each level, making the climb tiring. The advantage is that it's less crowded and quieter, but supplies are limited along the way; only Haotian Palace has a self-service water dispenser with a refrigerator, so bring your own water before you start. The worst part is the grottoes… they're all surrounded by metal fences… the viewing experience is poor. Parking is convenient within the scenic area.

It was a lot of fun! Aside from the cave being a bit of a letdown, we bought the full package for 198 yuan and went on the roller coaster, the glass bridge, and the rafting. There was a shuttle service to and from the bottom, and we also saw a circus. It was very convenient, and the kids were thrilled. It's a great place to bring children, and the price is very reasonable.

It contains brief introductions to the top scholars (Zhuangyuan) of Shandong Province from various periods, precious historical documents. Through the yellowed pages, one can understand the interesting souls of this culturally rich land of ancient Qingzhou. They were incorruptible officials, admired by the world.