Shandong is so strict. Why don't they promote Dongying? It's so beautiful!

My favorite niche city so far is Dongying, Shandong. Dongying is a seriously underrated treasure. Dongying is also the estuary of the Yellow River. Here, you can see the confluence of the Yellow River and the sea. Here, you can escape the hustle and bustle of the city. Come and experience the slow-paced life of the locals. 🌊 Location: Navigate to Gudong Seawall, Kenli District, Dongying City 🚗 Transportation: It's far from the city center, so it's best to drive. 🎫 Tickets: Free 🅿️ Parking: There is a parking lot, and you can also park on the side of the road. 📝｜Itinerary: DAY ❶: Jinan - Dongying - Gudong Seawall - Yellow River Estuary - City Night Market DAY ❷: Dongying Botanical Garden Camping - Qingfeng Lake Park - Bafenchang Liangpi - Sun Tzu Cultural Park - Return 📝【Must-visit attractions】 ➊ Yellow River Estuary Ecotourism Area Seeing the confluence of the Yellow River and the sea for the first time is simply amazing! "The Yellow River flows into the sea" is truly visualized at this moment. The clear dividing line is a masterpiece of nature. ➋ Red Beach Wetland In autumn, the beach is covered in red. It turns into a romantic and magical red carpet. It's as if the earth is wearing red makeup, beautiful and romantic. ➌ Gudong Seawall The "Great Wall of the Sea" was built by Shengli Oilfield to ensure coastal oil production. This is also a filming location for the TV series "Youth Against the Wind". The sun shines on the endless sea. The sparkling water is full of healing and relaxing vibes. ➍ Sun Tzu Cultural Park Dongying is the hometown of Sun Tzu, the military sage. Sun Tzu Cultural Park is China's first military cultural park. Sun Tzu Returns: Spring and Autumn Wonderful Night is open. Live performances of "A Thousand Miles to Welcome" and "The Enemy at the Gates". Encounter a grand feast of Chinese culture. Experience the wonderful "Spring and Autumn Encounter". ➎ Dongying Botanical Garden The green and blue sky. The soft white clouds complement each other, fresh and natural. You can lie down here all day. 🦀 Must-try Dongying specialties Yellow River crabs and river delicacies, Lijin water-fried buns, Shikou roast chicken Yao donkey meat, fresh seafood, fried chicken, cold noodles, night market skewers ⚠️ Travel tips: 🌟 Yellow River Estuary 🌊 Go early, it's a spectacle and educational. Try to take the first ferry to the boat. 🌟 Check the tide times in advance.