🏔️ Tai’an — The City Guarding the Sacred Mount Tai

#falladventures If you’ve ever dreamed of climbing one of China’s most legendary mountains, you’ll eventually find yourself in Tai’an (泰安) — the city built at the foot of Mount Tai (泰山), one of China’s Five Great Mountains and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. 🌄 Why Tai’an Is Famous Tai’an quite literally exists because of Mount Tai. For thousands of years, emperors, poets, scholars, and pilgrims travelled here to worship the heavens, pray for blessings, and climb the sacred peak. The city’s name “泰安” means “great peace”, symbolising the hope for peace and prosperity after a successful Mount Tai ceremony. Today, Tai’an remains the gateway to Mount Tai, attracting millions of visitors each year. 🏔️✨ Tai’an is calm, historical, and full of nature — but its soul is Mount Tai. If you’re planning to experience one of China’s most iconic peaks, this is where your journey begins.