Top Ten Scenic Spots and Historical Sites in Shandong

The top ten scenic spots and historic sites in Shandong are Mount Tai, Liugong Island, Mount Laoshan, Penglai Pavilion, Sankong Tourist Area, Qingzhou Ancient City, Yimeng Mountain, Weihai Huaxia City, the First Spring in the World, and Taierzhuang Ancient City.

1. Mount Tai

Mount Tai is located in Tai'an, Shandong Province. It is a 5A-level scenic spot open all year round. The mountain runs east-west as a whole. It covers a total area of ??24,200 hectares. The main peak is Yuhuangding, with an altitude of about 1,532.7 meters. The topographic structure of the mountain is very complex and is basically fractured. The rivers here are densely covered with very rich water resources, and there are dozens of springs such as Queen Mother Spring and Moon Spring.

2. Liugong Island

Liugong Island is located in the Yellow Sea, with an area of ??about 3.15 square kilometers. The island has undulating peaks and green plants everywhere, making it look like a fairyland. The scenery on the island is pleasant and the cultural landscape is also very unique. The island was once a good location for fighting, so there are many ancient forts and other relics from the Sino-Japanese War of 1894-1894. The geographical environment here is superior, which is equivalent to a natural barrier for Weihai, and is also of great use in national defense.

3. Laoshan Mountain

Laoshan Mountain is located in Qingdao, Shandong Province. It is an important mountain range in the Shandong Peninsula. This scenic spot has the reputation of being the number one famous mountain on the sea. The mountainous area here covers an area of ??about 446 square kilometers. The vegetation in the scenic area is very lush and contains many important plant species. There are also many wild plants that can be used as medicinal materials. Although it is located on the seaside, there are not many beaches. They are all reefs, rocky beaches and other areas.

4. Penglai Pavilion

Penglai Pavilion has been a famous fairyland since ancient times and is very popular. It covers an area of ??about 32,800 square meters and is suitable for visiting in summer and autumn. The Tianheng Mountain, Penglai Water City, Mirage and other scenic spots here are very famous. In our country's legends, this place is usually inhabited by reclusive immortals, or it is described as a fairyland on earth. This is part of the reason why this place attracts tourists.

5. Sankong Tourist Area

Sankong Tourist Area is a national 5A-level tourist attraction covering an area of ??327 hectares. It has famous places such as Confucius Temple, Confucius Mansion, and Confucius Forest. Attractions can be visited. In addition to being a scenic spot, it is also a world cultural heritage and has many titles. In addition to entertainment, this place is also a place that symbolizes Confucian cultural thought and plays a great role in studying our country's history, culture and other aspects.

6. Qingzhou Ancient City

Qingzhou Ancient City is located in Qingzhou, Shandong Province. It is a 5A-level tourist attraction open all day long, covering an area of ??about ten square kilometers. The ancient city has a development history of more than 7,000 years, and a civilization history of more than 5,000 years, which is very glorious. There are also tourist attractions such as Fucaimen, Kuixing Tower, and Ouyuan, as well as the Ancient City Memorial Hall and Qingzhou Museum.

7. Yimeng Mountain

Yimeng Mountain is a national 5A-level tourist attraction, with peaks such as Yishan Mountain and Mengshan Mountain. The first and second highest mountains in Shandong Province are both located in Mengshan, where the Great Wall of Qi is also located. Yimeng Mountain actually refers to the mountainous area where it is located, which contains a lot of content, including mountains, plains, and hills. There are scenic spots such as Chinese Falls and King Kong Gate in Mengshan Mountain, and scenic spots such as Jade Emperor Peak and Waitou Gu in Yishan Mountain.

8. Weihai Huaxia City

Weihai Huaxia City is located in Huancui District of Weihai, covering an area of ??16.28 square kilometers and can be visited all year round. The main purpose here is to use classical culture as the main body to show the beauty of Chinese culture to the public. In addition to the antique and charming architecture here, there are also famous tourist attractions such as China's first archway, Yuwang Palace, and high-altitude 5D glass bridge.

9. The best spring in the world

The best spring in the world is Baotu Spring located in Jinan, Shandong Province. It covers an area of ??about 158 ??acres and is a scenic spot in Jinan Attractions, the taste of spring water is said to be very sweet. The spring has three water outlets, and a lot of spring water gushes out every day. The maximum amount is 162,000 gushes in a day. The temperature at this scenic spot is the same all year round, constant at around 18 degrees Celsius. There are also tourist attractions such as Guanlan Pavilion and Li Qingzhao Memorial Hall around the spring.

10. Taierzhuang Ancient City

The ancient city of Taierzhuang has a very long history. During the Qing Dynasty, it was awarded the title of No. 1 Village in the World by Emperor Qianlong. The entire ancient city covers an area of ??about 2 square kilometers, and its scale is unmatched in my country. There is abundant sunshine here, four distinct seasons, each season has its own characteristics, and there are good scenery to see in all seasons. The Anlan Gate, Guandi Temple, Beicheng River and other scenic spots here are very good and worth visiting.