[2025 Jinan Attraction] Travel Guide for Shuyu Spring (Updated Apr)

Who says Jiangnan is only in the Wu and Yue regions? The land of Qilu secretly hides a "true Jiangnan"—Mingshui Ancient City! Here, springs gush into rivers, boats travel through the waterways, ancient buildings are reflected in the clear waves during the day, and poetry and wine illuminate the starry sky at night. Even Li Qingzhao once wrote here, "When the fun was over, I turned the boat late, and mistakenly entered the depths of the lotus flowers." Follow this guide to unlock the gentleness and boldness of this northern water town in a 2-day, 1-night trip. 📍[Coordinates & Transportation] High-speed train in 1 hour, even more niche than Jinan! 🚄 Take the high-speed train to "Zhangqiu Station" and take a taxi for 10 minutes (about CNY 20). 🚗 Drive to "Mingshui Ancient City" via GPS navigation. There are plenty of parking lot. It is 1.5 hours from Jinan and 3 hours from Qingdao. 📜[2-Day, 1-Night Immersive Route] Stroll through the spring alleys during the day and watch fireworks at night. 📅 Day 1: Ancient Charm Roaming · Encountering the Soul of Poetry 9:30 Stroll along Mingshui Avenue (bluestone roads + white walls and black tiles, as if traveling through the Ming and Qing Dynasties) → 11:00 Listen to music at Mengjia Opera House (enjoy tea around the stove on the second floor, watch Peking Opera/Shandong Kuaishu, and take photos of the carved beams and painted pillars to create wallpapers) → 15:00 Li Qingzhao's Former Residence (read A Slow, Slow Tune by the Shuyu Spring, the gurgling spring water is like the tones in her writing, an essential "poetry closed loop" experience for education enthusiasts) → 19:00 Spring Show Performance (sound, light, electricity + drone show, flying phoenixes pass over Wanquan Lake, fireworks reflect the ancient city walls, a visual feast!) → 21:00 Night Tour of the City Walls (when the lanterns light up, the stone roads glow with warmth. It is recommended to wear Hanfu and take back view photos to enhance the atmosphere) 📅 Day 2: Fireworks, Street Life · Spring Rural Fun 7:30 Sweep the streets of the Early Wine Market (the lively atmosphere of Shandong Grand Market! Drink a bowl of spring water mutton soup, paired with a clay oven baked sesame seed cake, watch the old men sit on small stools and drink early wine, so down-to-earth that you want to settle down here) → 9:00 Explore the Baimai Spring Complex (one of the five major spring complexes in Jinan! Plum Blossom Spring gushes like pearls, Ink Spring is as dark as satin, the spring is full of negative oxygen ions, take a sip of spring water, clear, sweet and refreshing) → 14:00 Lotus Banquet Wharf Boat Trip (CNY 30/person, sail through the bridge holes, watch the weeping willows on both sides caress the water, northerners can also experience the Jiangnan romance of selling flowers on the bow of the boat) → 16:00 Yi'an Poetry Meeting (wear Hanfu to recite poetry, play Pitch-pot, write on a round fan, instantly immerse yourself in the elegant gathering of ancient literati, social butterflies, go for it!) → 19:30 Trees of Silver Flowers Iron Fireworks (the ceiling of intangible cultural heritage performances! Iron flowers splash from the old locust tree, like stars falling into the world, remember to stand further away, hot sparks will float over~) 🌟[7 Must-Visit Highlights] Photo Opportunities + Epic Experiences ❶ Li Qingzhao's Former Residence · Poetry Comes to Life ✔️ Shuyu Spring, Zhi Fou Pavilion, and Guilai Hall restore the life of the poet. It is recommended to bring a copy of Shuyu Lyrics to read by the spring and take comparison photos of "scenes in the book vs. reality". ❷ Baimai Spring Complex · The Hidden Corner of Spring City ✔️ Less crowded and more beautiful than Baotu Spring! The five petals of Plum Blossom Spring splash, suitable for slow shutter to capture "spring water blooming"; Ink Spring is as quiet as black jade, and the reflection of the white wall is super artistic ❸ Mengjia Opera House · Enjoy Tea and Opera around the Stove ✔️ The window seat on the second floor is the best. Order a pot of Mingshui Xiangdao tea, with a dish of Zhoucun sesame seed cake, watch the female lead on the stage wave her water sleeves, the time is as slow as a poem ❹ Spring Show Performance · The Ancient City's Nighttime Surprise ✔️ The best spot is on Furong Bridge or the lakeside boardwalk. When the drone spells out "Li Qingzhao's Lyrics", remember to turn on portrait mode, the light and shadow on your face are super gentle ❺ Trees of Silver Flowers · Intangible Cultural Heritage Iron Fireworks ✔️ Starts at 19:30 every day (subject to scenic spot announcement), the iron fireworks last for 10 minutes. It is recommended to wear dark clothes and take "silhouette under the fire rain", the shock is comparable to The Longest Day In Chang'an ❻ Early Wine Market · Shandong People's Breakfast Scene ✔️ Must-eat: Spring Water Mutton Soup (CNY 15/bowl, the soup is milky white and has no mutton smell), pot stickers (crispy bottom and juicy, with vinegar and garlic is amazing), feel the local life of "breakfast with wine, the more you drink, the more you have" ❼ Boat Trip Experience · The Correct Way to Open the Northern Water Town ✔️ Choose the 4 pm shift, the sun is slanting and not dazzling, the boatman will sing Shandong ditties, remember to look up when rowing to Xiujiang Bridge, the blue sky and white clouds + ancient buildings framed by the bridge hole are definitely a Jiangnan postcard 🏨[Accommodation Recommendations] Stay in the Ancient City! Unlock the Morning Mist and Lights It is recommended to stay in "Ancient City Homestay" or "Li Qingzhao Theme Hotel", with an average price of CNY 500-800/night (including double breakfast + boat ticket) ✔️ Advantages: There is no one in the ancient city at 7 am, the stone road is wet with morning dew, taking empty shots is like a ink painting; after watching the performance at night, go directly back to the room without having to rush for the bus ✔️ Tips: Book 2 weeks in advance during peak season (June-October), some homestays offer free Hanfu rental (deposit CNY 200) 📸[Hanfu Photo Guide] 3 Epic Spots 1. Li Qingzhao's Former Residence Cloister (white walls and gray tiles + spring water reflection, leaning on the railing and looking at the spring, with its own "Zhi Fou Zhi Fou" atmosphere) 2. Under the Willow Tree by Baimai Spring (wear light cyan Hanfu, hold a round fan, take a side view of "combing hair by the spring", the hair is super fairy through the light) 3. Ancient City Wall Beacon Tower (climb the building at dusk, the setting sun shines on the red wall, take a back view of "leaning against the wall and looking into the distance", the skirt flutters in the wind, full of cinematic sense) 💡[3 Practical Tips] Avoid Pitfalls + Have Fun 1. Off-peak time: There are fewer people in Baimai Spring at 10 am (tour groups have not yet arrived), occupy a seat 30 minutes before the Spring Show performance, and there is no obstruction in the front row 2. Wear comfortable shoes: The stone road in the ancient city is uneven, don't wear stiletto heels! It is recommended to wear Hanfu with embroidered cloth shoes or flat shoes 3. Bring mosquito repellent: There are many plants by the lake, mosquitoes are active in the evening, spray it before watching the iron fireworks 💬 Summary: Is Mingshui Ancient City Worth Visiting? ✅ Absolutely worth it! It has both the gentleness and elegance of Jiangnan and the boldness of the North. Two days are enough to drink from early wine to fireworks, and to walk from poetry into reality. If you are tired of commercialized ancient towns, come here to feel the "living ancient city"—springs are bubbling, opera stages are singing, fireworks are floating, and even the air is filled with Li Qingzhao's poetry~

Hey, besties 👫! Today, let's talk about the amazing Baotu Spring Scenic Area in Jinan! As the top of Jinan's 72 famous springs, it enjoys the reputation of "The No. 1 Spring under the Heaven" 🌟 and has a transcendent position in the spring world. 1. The Charm of Baotu Spring Standing by Baotu Spring, three clear springs gush powerfully from the ground like white dragons, bubbling vigorously and sounding like thunder ⚡. The spring water is crystal clear, and you can clearly see the sand, stones, and swimming fish 🐟 at the bottom. Moreover, the water temperature of Baotu Spring remains stable at around 18℃ throughout the year, and in winter, a thin mist rises from the water surface, like a fairyland 🌫️. This place has a profound cultural heritage, and many literati, such as Zeng Gong, Li Qingzhao, and Yuan Haowen, have left behind excellent poems here. Strolling through the scenic area, you can feel like you are having a dialogue with the ancients across time and space 📜. 2. Travel Guide (1) Address and Transportation Address: No. 1 Baotu Spring South Road, Lixia District, Jinan City. 🚗 Transportation: Taxis are convenient but prone to traffic jams during holidays 🚕; if you drive, you need to find a parking lot in advance 🅿️; there are multiple bus lines that can reach it, such as K1, K5, and K59, get off at Baotu Spring East Gate Station 🚌; take the subway to Baotu Spring Station, and walk from the station to reach the scenic area 🚇. (2) Tickets and Opening Hours 🎫 Tickets are CNY 40 per person (prices may vary, please confirm before traveling). Free admission for children aged 6 (inclusive) and below or with a height of 1.2 meters (inclusive) and below, elderly people aged 70 (inclusive) and above, disabled people, and active military personnel; half price for minors aged 6 - 18 (not inclusive) and full-time undergraduate students and below. 🕧 Opening hours are usually from 07:00 - 19:00, which may be slightly adjusted in different seasons, so remember to check in advance. (3) Travel Route Enter from the South Gate, first check in at the Cang Garden Scenic Area 🌳 with its shady trees, and then go to the Fengxi Scenic Area to listen to the sound of the stream and relax. Then admire the unique shape of the rockery in the East Gate, stroll along Qingyu Stream, and then see the uniquely shaped Turtle Stone. Come to Shuyu Spring, soak up Li Qingzhao's aura ✨, and visit the Li Qingzhao Memorial Hall. Pass by the May 3rd Memorial Pavilion and Memorial Hall to cherish the memory of history. Go out from the North Gate and enjoy tea and the spring at Guanlan Pavilion, an excellent location to view Baotu Spring 🍵. Walk across the elegant Laihe Bridge and feel the shock of the core area of Baotu Spring. Then visit the Baixue Building Scenic Area and the Wanzhu Garden Scenic Area, which integrates various styles, and finally exit the scenic area from the South Gate. (4) Recommended Check-in Spots 1️⃣ Baotu Spring: Stand on the Spring Viewing Platform and take a photo with the "The No. 1 Spring under the Heaven" stone tablet and the gushing spring water, which is super eye-catching 📸. 2️⃣ Li Qingzhao Memorial Hall: With its antique charm, you can take stunning ancient-style photos 🎞️. 3️⃣ Wanzhu Garden: Taking photos in Hanfu has a super high rate of turning heads 👘. 4️⃣ Guanlan Pavilion: With Baotu Spring as the background, the photo angle is excellent 🌈. 5️⃣ Luoyuan Hall: Full of historical sense, taking photos in front of the hall is full of atmosphere 📜. 6️⃣ Laihe Bridge: The bridge is beautiful and the photos have a unique charm. 7️⃣ Baixue Building: With its antique charm, the photos show a cultural heritage 📚. 3. Precautions Prepare change to make it easier to toss coins and make wishes. Protect the environment and do not litter. Be careful of the slippery ground near the spring water to avoid falling. Stamp albums can be purchased as needed. On sunny days, protect yourself from the sun and bring sunscreen, sunglasses, and a sun hat 🌞. Keep quiet and follow the rules when visiting exhibitions and memorial halls. Choose regular restaurants around the scenic area for dining and pay attention to food hygiene 🍜. Besties, Baotu Spring Scenic Area has both beautiful scenery and rich culture, so hurry up and arrange a trip! I'm waiting for you at Baotu Spring 💕! Baotu Spring Scenic Area

| A Must-See in Jinan. Baotu Spring, honored by Emperor Qianlong as the "Best Spring in the World," is more than just the three gushing streams you see in textbooks. Discover local secrets and experience the poetic charm of Jinan, a city where "every house has spring water, every household has weeping willows." First Impression: Textbook Images Come to Life Enter the park at 7 am, before the morning mist clears, and hear Baotu Spring's symphony. In front of Guanlan Pavilion, three springs gush at 1.5 meters per second, creating pearl-like water droplets that shimmer in the morning light. Bring an empty bottle to collect the sweet, refreshing spring water and understand why Lao She said, "Without this spring, Jinan would lose half its beauty." Ancient Architecture: Uncovering Centuries-Old Secrets Luoyuan Hall Couplets: Before taking photos, examine the couplets by Qing Dynasty calligrapher Wang Zhonglin: "Clouds and mist moisten the blossoms, waves crash against Daming Lake." You're standing where Zhao Mengfu created his masterpiece, "Baotu Spring." Dual Imperial Stele: Emperor Kangxi's inscription "Jituan" (rapid currents) shares a stele with Emperor Qianlong's poem, a dialogue across time, testament to Jinan's bond with its springs. Wanzhu Garden: Through the moon gate, in the courtyard housing the Li Kuchan Memorial Hall, the "Qingyin Pool," formed by Taihu rocks and spring water, plays a natural symphony. Unique Photo Spots: Capture Stunning Images 1. Xuegao Pavilion Corner: Use Guanlan Pavilion as the foreground and a slow shutter speed to capture the silky flow of the spring water (tripod needed). 2. Worry-Free Spring Reflection: Before 10 am on a sunny day, crouch at the southwest corner of the spring pool to capture the perfect reflection of the pavilion and weeping willows. 3. Li Qingzhao Memorial Hall: The white marble statue complements Shuyu Spring, ideal for traditional portraits. Hidden Gems Nearby: Unlock New Experiences Spring Water Surprise: Walk 15 minutes to Black Tiger Spring and experience the local tradition of "drawing spring water" with a bottle tied to a rope. Old Street Delights: Stroll through Wulongtan to Tongyuanqian Street and enjoy tea brewed with spring water in a century-old teahouse. Nighttime Spectacle: Every Friday and Saturday evening, from 7 to 9 pm, a mesmerizing light show illuminates the south gate's archway. Practical Tips Tickets: CNY 40 (March–November), CNY 20 (December–February), half price for students Opening Hours: 7 am–7 pm (extended to 9 pm during peak season) Transportation: Bus K51/K66 to Baotu Spring East Gate Nearby Food: Lao Zhou's Beef Pancakes just outside the north gate, perfect with a bowl of mutton soup. Standing before the Baixue Tower stage, listening to a Shandong Kuaishu performance of "Wu Song Beats the Tiger," you'll understand the carefree spirit of Jinan. This city, nurtured by spring water, offers unexpected delights at every turn.

The best place in the world, Jinan Baotu Spring, must-visit tourist guide❤️ ⛰【Attractions Guide】 📍Detailed address: No. 1, Baotuquan South Road, Lixia District, Jinan City, Shandong Province 🚗Transportation strategy: Public transportation; you can take bus No. K51 or K54 to reach Baotu Spring Subway: Take the subway to Quancheng Square Station and walk to the destination Self-driving 🚗; Parking spaces around Baotu Spring are tight, it is recommended to take public transportation [Star][Star][Star] 🕙Opening hours: (07:00-19:00) (Summer), (07:30-18:00) (Winter) 💰Ticket price: 40 yuan (half price with student ID🪪) 🌟Highlights: The main spring of Baotu Spring: The spring water is crystal clear, like a mirror, reflecting the beautiful scenery around it. The spring water ripples in the sunlight, refreshing and pleasant.[100] 📸 Photo location ❤️Baotu Spring: Three springs gushing out, an iconic spot for taking photos. ❤️Shuyuquan; the water is so clear that you can take pictures of the rocks and fish under the water. ❤️Guanlan Pavilion; overlooking from a high vantage point, capturing the panoramic view of Baotu Spring and the surrounding ancient buildings. 📌Tips: March and April are the peak seasons, it is recommended to go in the morning or evening to avoid the crowds [Star][Star][Star]

🌈Basic Information • Opening hours: April 10 to October 9, 7:00 am to 7:00 pm; October 10 to April 9, 7:00 am to 6:00 pm. • Ticket price: CNY 40/person, half price for students, free for children under 1.4 m, seniors over 60, and others with valid ID. • Location: No. 1 Baotuquan South Road, Lixia District, Jinan City. 🚙Transportation • Bus: Take bus routes 1, 5, 41, 49, K51, and many others. • Subway: Take subway line 2 to Baotuquan North Gate Station and walk for 5 minutes. 🏔️Tour Routes • Express route: Enter through the south gate, go straight to the Baotu Spring, then visit Guanlan Pavilion and Li Qingzhao Memorial Hall, and finally exit through the north gate. • In-depth route: Enter through the east gate, visit Wanzhu Garden, Baixue Tower, Cultural and Creative Center, Turtle Stone, Shuyu Spring, Li Qingzhao Memorial Hall, Famous Springs Area, Three Halls Scenic Area, Baotu Spring Scenic Area, and exit through the south gate. 📸Must-see Attractions • Baotu Spring: Admire the unique spectacle of the three springs "gushing like wheels" and enjoy tea at Guanlan Pavilion while watching the spring. • Li Qingzhao Memorial Hall: Learn about the life and works of the female poet and take classical-style photos. • Wanzhu Garden: The garden is filled with serene bamboo groves and ancient buildings, perfect for taking photos. 🍱Nearby Food • Bazirou (Braised Pork): Available at the entrance of the scenic area, the fatty and lean meat is delicious when eaten with pancakes. • Youxuan (Spiral Fried Dough): Enjoy it with Tianmo (a type of thick porridge) for an authentic Jinan flavor.

Baotu Spring in winter has a unique charm [Tiptop] 🎫Ticket Information The ticket to Baotu Spring is 40 yuan. There are corresponding discount policies for student ID cards and senior citizen ID cards. Don’t forget to bring your ID. You can buy tickets on WeChat official account or scan the QR code on site, which is very convenient. [Highway] Tour route Enter from the south gate, and you can see the eye-catching "Baotu Spring" stone tablet as soon as you enter. This is a must-see spot, so take a photo quickly. Walking along the main road, you will soon hear the sound of gurgling water. This is the core of Baotu Spring - the three streams of Baotu Spring. In winter, a thin layer of mist floats on the water surface, as if a layer of veil is covering the spring water, making it look like a dream. Standing by the spring, you can feel the warm water vapor blowing on your face, forming a wonderful contrast with the cold outside. Then go to Shuyuquan, where the Li Qingzhao Memorial Hall is nearby. Walk into the memorial hall to learn about the life of this talented woman and feel the graceful tenderness in her writing. After coming out of the Memorial Hall, you can visit Mapao Spring, Wuyou Spring, etc. Each spring has a unique story. Going further north, we passed Wanzhu Garden, a typical Ming and Qing style garden with swaying bamboo shadows, quiet and elegant. In winter, the bamboo remains green, contrasting with the white walls and gray tiles, like an ink painting. [9:00] Play time It is recommended to visit for 3-4 hours and enter the park around 9 am to avoid the morning rush hour and fully enjoy the sunshine. 🍱Food recommendations After the tour, there are many delicious foods around Baotu Spring. Go and have a bowl of sweet rice with some fried dough twists, this is Jinan’s special breakfast combination. The fried dough sticks have a sweet and salty taste, the skin is crispy and the aroma of green onions is everywhere. If you want to have a full meal, try the pork belly. It is fatty but not greasy and melts in your mouth. It is delicious when paired with rice.

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!

I always thought that the Jiangnan water towns in Zhejiang were the most beautiful, but I was surprised to find an even more enchanting snow-covered Jiangnan at the Former Residence of Li Qingzhao in Zhangqiu, Jinan, Shandong! Here, it feels like traveling through time and experiencing the "drunkenness that makes you forget your way home" described by Li Qingzhao. 📍Attraction: Mingshui Ancient City, Qingzhao Spring City, Zhangqiu, Jinan, Shandong **🚄Transportation: Take a high-speed train to Zhangqiu Station/Zhangqiu North Station, then take a taxi for only 10–20 minutes. **🚶Recommended itinerary: **Day 1: Visitor Center → Changhong Bridge → Confucian Business Street → Cloth Workshop → Meng Family Courtyard → Huxian Street → Mingshui Street → Yamen → Tofu Workshop → Sauce Garden → Post Office → Oil Workshop → Newspaper Office **Day 2: Former Residence of Li Qingzhao → Shuyu Spring → Plum Blossom Spring → Longquan Temple (Baimai Spring) → Mo Spring → Golden Mirror Spring **🎆Unmissable performances: **✅Yian Poetry Party Location: City Tower Square Participate in poetry interactions and have a chance to win a mysterious blind box gift! **✅Fireworks Location: Dongmawan The iron flower performance is a spectacular show that breathes new life into dead trees! **✅Zhangqiu Bangzi Location: Sanwei Theater A provincial intangible cultural heritage opera, enjoy tea and music, and feel the traditional charm. **✅Spring Show + Drone Show Location: Spring Show Area A three-dimensional visual feast of water, land, and air, showcasing the spring scenery of the ancient city. **✅Lunar New Year limited events Wuzhen-style floating singers, Li Qingzhao lanterns, New Year temple fairs, Chaozhou Yingge dance, flying fire pots, fireworks festival... Exciting and unmissable! **✨Other travel tips: **✔️**Get a travel map at the Visitor Center for easier check-ins! **✔️**The performance times vary, you can check the performance times and location navigation through the "Mingshui Ancient City" mini program. Come to Mingshui Ancient City, Qingzhao Spring City, Zhangqiu, Jinan, Shandong, and experience the unique beauty of the snow-covered Jiangnan!

On the way down Mount Tai to Yantai, we stayed in Jinan for one night. We still had half a day to take a quick tour, including visiting Baotu Spring, Daming Lake and Grand View Garden, and tasting authentic Shandong cuisine. Although the north is short of water, Jinan is known as the "Water City" and the "Spring City", and it is said to have seventy-two famous springs. Baotu Spring is located in the center of Jinan city, with Thousand Buddha Mountain to the south, Spring City Square to the east and Daming Lake to the north. It ranks first among the 72 famous springs in Jinan and is known as "the best spring in the world". It is the symbol and landmark of Jinan, the City of Springs, and is known as one of the three major scenic spots in Jinan together with Thousand Buddha Mountain and Daming Lake. The spring water is divided into three streams, gushing out day and night. The so-called "Bao Tu" means jumping and rushing, reflecting the characteristics of the three orifices of Baotu Spring bursting and gushing endlessly. At the same time, "Bao Tu" is used to imitate the "boo du" sound when the spring water gushes, which is absolutely wonderful. When Emperor Kangxi of the Qing Dynasty traveled to the south, he visited Baotu Spring and was so excited that he wrote the two big words "Jituan" (turbulent) on it and named it "the best spring in the world." Some of my companions questioned the height of the spring water and thought there must be a water pipe buried underground. They could only smile. Little did people know that the original spring water could spray "two or three feet high", "rising up and leaping, like three pillars standing in a tripod, competing for height, and refusing to be inferior to each other. Now, because the groundwater level is not high, the spring can only spray a few dozen centimeters. Normally, when I see the Pearl Spring and the bubbling water, I get very excited. Compared with Baotu, there is a world of difference. At Shuyuquan, we visited the memorial hall of Li Qingzhao, the greatest talented woman of all time. Guo Moruo inscribed the poem "Passed down through the ages", and there is a white marble statue of Li Qingzhao in the hall. There are also the Memorial Hall of painting master Li Kuchan and the Memorial Hall of famous painter Wang Xuetao in the park. Due to limited time, I could only have a quick tour, which is a pity. Walk north for less than a quarter of an hour and you will arrive at Daming Lake, one of the three major scenic spots in Jinan. Daming Lake has a long history. Its name originated from the Water Classic by Li Daoyuan in the Northern Wei Dynasty. The book records that "Luoshui flows north to become Daming Lake, Daming Temple is to the west, and there are lakes on the east and west sides." Marco Polo wrote in his Travels in China: "The gardens are beautiful and pleasing to the eyes, and the scenery of lakes and mountains is overwhelming." Daming Lake is formed by the confluence of many springs. It flows out of Xiaoqing River and into Bohai Sea. It has the characteristics of "not rising even in heavy rains and not drying up even in long droughts". Most tourists who visit Daming Lake will be attracted by the "Daming Lake" plaque, and I am no exception. The reason is why the character "Ming" in Daming Lake has an extra horizontal line? There is a team next to us, and the tour guide is explaining: One reason is that in ancient times, the water of Baotu Spring was several feet high, and the stele was washed down several times. So in the Ming Dynasty, Jinan Prefecture asked Shandong Governor Hu Jinzong to write and erect the stele. On the Dragon Boat Festival, the prefectural officials erected a stone tablet engraved with "Baotu Spring" at the source of Baotu Spring. However, it was soon discovered that the two dots on the character "突" were washed away by the surging spring water, and it was said that they were washed into Daming Lake, and one of the dots remained on "明". Second, the three characters "Daming Lake" were copied from the Daming Lake Stele in the Jiaqing period of the Qing Dynasty. The "目月" composed of "明" is a calligraphy style. In the art of calligraphy, strokes are often added or subtracted for the sake of balance or beauty of the font structure. The third theory is that calligraphers in the Qing Dynasty wrote an extra stroke in order to avoid the "Ming" of the Ming Dynasty. Such explanations add a lot of fun to the tour. Entering the park, you will see pavilions, towers, winding paths and corridors, as well as calligraphy by literati. Among them, the couplet "lotus flowers on four sides, willows on three sides, mountains in one city and lakes in half of the city" is particularly praised by people. The pavilions and corridors along the lake are well-proportioned, with willows dipping in the water and lotus flowers swaying in the wind. There are Jiaxuan Temple, Xia Garden, Minghu Residence, Qiuliu Garden, Nanfeng Temple, Zhanggong Temple, Huibo Tower, Beiji Pavilion, Tiegong Temple, Xiaocanglang, and in the lake there are Lixia Pavilion, Huiquan Hall and other famous places of interest. The Grand View Garden was built in 1931 and has a history of more than 90 years. It is ancient and popular, and is another distinctive tourist attraction after the "three major scenic spots in Jinan", namely Baotu Spring, Daming Lake and Thousand Buddha Mountain. In the past, many old people in Jinan liked the "worldly atmosphere" of the Grand View Garden. Now, many young people of the new generation like its "worldly fragrance". Shandong cuisine is one of the four major traditional Chinese cuisines and the first of the eight major cuisines. "Sweet and Sour Crucian Carp" is a traditional specialty of Jinan, Shandong. The Yellow River crucian carp in Jinan is not only plump and delicious, but also has golden scales and red tails, and is adorable in appearance. It is definitely worth tasting [ThumbsUp] Jinan, Shandong