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Ancient Town of Qingzhou
No. 3 of Night Attractions in Shandong

Ancient Town of Qingzhou

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Qingzhou is one of the ancient nine provinces of China. Since the early Western Han Dynasty, six cities—Guang County, Guanggu City, Dongyang City, Nanyang City, Dongguan Weizi City, and Qicheng—were successively built on this land, with a continuous urban history spanning over two thousand years. Today, the Ancient Town of Qingzhou has been comprehensively protected and restored, forming three major districts: the Beiguan ancient block in Dongyang City, the Ouyuan historical and cultural block and the South Gate block in Nanyang City, and the Zhaode ancient block in Dongguan Weizi City. Government buildings, traditional residences, and classical gardens are scattered across hundreds of ancient streets and alleys, such as North Gate Street and East Gate Street, with their blue bricks and dark tiles showcasing distinct Ming and Qing architectural styles. Unlike many entirely reconstructed ancient towns, this is a "living ancient town," where original residents still live in the old streets and alleys, and intangible cultural heritage items like the cuoqin are passed down on the streets, blending the vibrancy of daily life with ancient charm. A visit can begin by ascending the Fucai Gate Tower at the south gate of ancient Nanyang City for a panoramic view of the town's sea of dark tiles. Ouyuan is a preserved classical garden within the town, originally the eastern garden of the Ming Dynasty's Prince of Heng's residence and later the private garden of Feng Pu, a grand secretary during the Qing Kangxi era. Its three-peak rockery embodies the grandeur of northern landscapes. Figures like Fan Zhongyan and Ouyang Xiu once served as officials here, and Li Qingzhao lived in Qingzhou for over a decade, composing numerous ci poems. Historical relics like the Qingzhou Prefecture Examination Hall are also scattered throughout the streets, where traces of this cultural legacy can often be encountered. The main street is densely lined with shops, but to avoid crowds, one can turn into the side alleys or head straight to Zhaode Ancient Street—where rows of Ming and Qing-era houses remain, with wooden doors, stone steps, and flagstone paths offering a glimpse of old Qingzhou's daily life.Qingzhou · 353m from downtown
Yunmen Mountain Scenic Area
No. 4 of Best Things to Do in Weifang

Yunmen Mountain Scenic Area

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[Zhonghua Shoushan · Fairyland Cloud Gate] Yunmen Mountain scenic area in Qingzhou is famous for the thousand-year-old story of "May you live as long as the Southern Mountain" and is known as "the No. 1 Mountain of Ancient Chinese Longevity Culture". This famous mountain in central Shandong, with an altitude of 421 meters, integrates geological wonders, religious heritage and cultural treasures. It is not only a national geological park, but also the core attraction of Qingzhou Ancient City Tourist Area. 🌟 Key Highlights The Longest Birthday in the World – Yunmen Offering Longevity The giant Ming Dynasty cliff carving of the character "寿" (longevity) on the shady side of the mountain is 7.5 meters high and 3.7 meters wide, with the character "寸" (inch) alone reaching a height of 2.3 meters, symbolizing "no one is as tall as an inch." Legend has it that it was carved by Zhou Quan, the official in charge of the imperial kitchen of the Prince of Heng, during the Jiajing era of the Ming Dynasty, to celebrate the Prince's birthday. Despite enduring 500 years of wind and rain, it remains imposing. Furthermore, the legend of "a snow-covered man presenting a longevity gift to the Prince of Heng" adds a mystical aura to this giant longevity carving. A thousand-year-old secret realm where Buddhism and Taoism coexist The Sui and Tang Dynasty Grottoes: 272 stone Buddhas stand quietly in the mountains in 5 grottoes in Shanyang. The earliest inscription can be traced back to the ninth year of the Kaihuang era of the Sui Dynasty (589 AD). It is a rare early Buddhist art relic in Shandong. Taoist holy sites: Wangshou Pavilion, Wanchun Cave (the final resting place of Chen Tuan) and other ancient sites are scattered throughout the area. The stone carvings with inscriptions such as "The God is Here" and "Transcending the Dust and Dreams" written by Xue Suo are elegant and vivid, fully demonstrating the Taoist immortal spirit. Geological wonders and natural scenic spots Yunmen Mountain scenic area- Yunmen Wonderland: The natural cave "Yunmen Cave" through the main peak, Dayunding, is shrouded in clouds and mist during the summer and autumn seasons, making the temples on the mountaintop appear and disappear, creating a fairyland-like atmosphere. It is known as the first of the eight scenic spots of ancient Qingzhou. Hongdan Cliff Landform: Along the way to climb the mountain, you can see ochre-red cliffs and pine trees, which are even more magnificent at sunrise. Guo Moruo once praised it as "the red trees and cliffs are worse than any painting". 🚶 Visitor Guide Classic route (2-3 hours): Mountain Gate → Guanshou Pavilion (panoramic view of the giant longevity statue) → Wangshou Pavilion → Giant Longevity Stele on Cliff (take photos) → Yunmen Cave (pass through the gate of clouds and mist) → Tianxian Yunu Temple (Ming Dynasty stone arched building without beams) → Donglangfeng Pavilion (overlooking the panoramic view of Qingzhou). Cultural Exploration: Along the way, you can admire inscriptions from various dynasties such as "Hai Dai Majestic Style" and "Old Man in a Raincoat Lying on Bean Rock", explore the stone statue of Chen Tuan and the poem inscription of "Snow Raincoat" in Wanchun Cave, and feel the artistic conception of "sleeping soundly in the deep night with white clouds rising".Qingzhou · 5.1km from downtown
Taihe Mountain

Taihe Mountain

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Taihe Mountain Scenic Area is mainly split into two parts: Tianyuan Valley Scenic Area and Huanghuaxi Scenic Area. It is a comprehensive landscape integrating forest landscape, landscape appearance and cultural landscape. Tianyuan Ancient Scenic Spot has temples of Buddhism, Taoism and Confucianism with beautiful scenery and lovely landscape. Surrounded by the peaks of Huanghuaxi Scenic Area, strolling through the area is like entering a fairyland.Qingzhou · 26.5km from downtown
Huanghua Creek
No. 17 of Fall Viewing Attractions in Shandong

Huanghua Creek

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Huanghua Creek is located in Qingzhou, a national scenic spot. It has beautiful scenery and is a well-known vacation destination. From mountains to waterfalls to rivers to cliffs, surprises are everywhere! Pass through a quaint, ancient corridor, and you will come to a suspension bridge. At the end of the bridge, there is a two-story pavilion where you can see three beautiful waterfalls. Use the stepping stones to cross the river or simply kneel on the river bank and sit on one of the stones. You'll feel the cool mountain spring water and get closer to nature!Qingzhou · 27.8km from downtown
Ouyuan Garden
No. 7 of Fall Viewing Attractions in Weifang

Ouyuan Garden

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Ouyuan, also known as "Feng Family Garden", was the east garden of the Hengwang Palace in the Ming Dynasty. It has a history of more than 500 years. Later, it became the residence of Feng Pu, a university scholar of Wenhua Palace during the reign of Emperor Kangxi of the Qing Dynasty, after he retired and returned to his hometown. The Feng family was a famous family in Qingzhou during the Ming and Qing Dynasties. Since the ancestor Feng Yu, generations of officials have been honest and upright, and the tradition of poetry, books and literature has been passed down from generation to generation.Qingzhou · 843m from downtown
Jingtang Ancient Town
No. 4 of Family-friendly Attractions in Weifang

Jingtang Ancient Town

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Jingtang Ancient Town is located in Qingzhou District, Shandong. It was built on the hillside in 1456, right next to the Palace of King Heng in a unique combination of Ming Dynasty architecture and Western residential architecture. The entire village is surrounded by an ancient city wall made of blue limestone. Every 30 meters along the wall, a cannon tower accentuates this impressive Ming village, reminiscent of its defensive strength centuries ago.Qingzhou · 10.2km from downtown
Tuoshan
No. 12 of Fall Viewing Attractions in Weifang

Tuoshan

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Qilu Buddhist Kingdom - Hidden Gem of Camel Mountain Camel Mountain, a national AAA-rated attraction renowned as the "Oriental Sculpture Gallery," is celebrated alongside Yunmen Mountain as the "Twin Gems of Shandong Grottoes." This millennium-old peak, standing at 408m, harmoniously blends Buddhist artistry, Taoist mystique, and geological wonders. As a nationally protected cultural heritage site, it forms an integral part of Qingzhou's ancient city tourism district. 🌟 Core Highlights Famous grotto sculptures of Qilu - Buddhist relics from the Northern Zhou to High Tang dynasties On the southeastern cliffs of Camel Mountain's main peak, five cave temples and one group of cliffside statues stand quietly. The 638 stone Buddha statues from the Northern Zhou to Tang dynasties still retain traces of cinnabar pigments after weathering centuries. The 7.5-meter-tall Amitabha Buddha in Cave 3, with its compassionate expression and flowing robe folds resembling drifting clouds, is considered an iconic Sui dynasty masterpiece. Cave 2's Avalokitesvara Bodhisattva wears a jeweled crown with miniature Buddha figures and cascading ornaments, epitomizing the grandeur of High Tang artistry. The flying apsaras reliefs in Cave 4 appear so dynamic with their fluttering scarves that they seem ready to leap from the walls, prompting Guo Moruo to praise: "Camel Mountain's caves rival the Longmen Grottoes." China's Natural Wonder - The Mountain Buddha and Cloud Gate Longevity Character Echo Each Other from Afar From the Buddha Viewing Platform, you can gaze upon a 2,600-meter-long mountain formation resembling a reclining Buddha to the southeast. Nine mountain peaks form the Buddha's head, with an elongated nose and slightly parted lips that create the miraculous illusion of "chanting scriptures" when viewed from different angles. Even more astonishing, the Camel Mountain Grottoes were all carved facing this colossal Buddha, forming a breathtaking scene of "ten thousand Buddhas paying homage." Together with the giant "Longevity" character on Yunmen Mountain, they create the millennium wonder of "radiant longevity and Buddha." Representative Taoist architecture – Haotian Palace and Qibao Pavilion The Haotian Palace atop the mountain, originally built during the Yuan Dynasty, stands as a significant Taoist architectural complex in Shandong Province. Its stone-built, beamless arched structure—the "Seven Treasures Pavilion"—is considered an architectural marvel. Constructed entirely of stone without a single nail or rivet, it has withstood wars and bears only three bullet marks while remaining steadfast. Inside the hall, the vividly painted statues of the Three Pure Ones appear as fresh as ever. Over 120 stone inscriptions within and around Haotian Palace document its thousand-year history of rise and fall, with the Yuan Dynasty's "Imperial Incense Offering Stele" serving as a particularly valuable artifact for Taoist historical research.Qingzhou · 5.5km from downtown
Jiulongyu
No. 6 of Fall Viewing Attractions in Weifang

Jiulongyu

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128 reviews
Jiulongyu is located in the southern mountainous area of ​​Qingzhou City. There are 18 scenic spots such as Longmen Temple and Xiuzhen Palace in the scenic spot. It is called “18 Scenes in Kowloon”. The scenic area has rich natural resources, as well as mountain landscapes such as turtle stones and bamboo leaves, as well as humanistic historical resources such as Zhao Yu and Xiuzhen Palace. It is an ideal place for people to return to nature, sightseeing and summer vacation.Qingzhou · 13.1km from downtown
Fucai Gate Tower
Selected for Night Attractions in Shandong

Fucai Gate Tower

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4.7/5
101 reviews
The ancient city of Qingzhou was first built in the Northern Wei Dynasty and was the seat of the government during the Jin, Yuan, Ming and Qing dynasties. It was originally an earthen city, and the brick city was built in the third year of Hongwu. The city wall is 12 meters high, 6 meters thick, and 13 li and 108 steps long. There are 1,777 battlements in total, including four city gates: Haiyan, Daizong, Fucai, and Zhanchen. The Fucai Gate Tower is located at the Madaokou on the east side of the ancient city of Qingzhou.Qingzhou · 1.4km from downtown
Fangongting Park
No. 3 of Night Attractions in Weifang

Fangongting Park

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120 reviews
Fangongting Park is located in a small basin of more than 300 mu outside the west gate of Qingzhou City, Shandong Province, including the scenery of Fangongting and Li Qingzhao's former residence, Yangxi Lake, Yongji Bridge Pier and Manxin Pavilion. in between. Although it is only separated from the city by a wall, because it is located in a basin, the climate is pleasant, warm in winter and cool in summer, no freezing in severe winter, and no heat in midsummer. It is a rare tourist destination and is loved by the majority of tourists. The CCTV version of "Journey to the West" planned to receive Zhu Bajie in this scene.Qingzhou · 1.6km from downtown

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1-day tour to The Tianyuan Valley, Huanghua Stream, and Qingzhou Museum in Qingzhou, Shandong with bilingual Chinese-English service available
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Qingdao round-trip 1-day tour to Ancient Town of Qingzhou, Yunmen Mountain, and Jingtang Ancient Town with bilingual service available
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1-day tour to Zibo Ceramic Glass Museum + Zhoucun Ancient Town + Haidai Tower - Bilingual service in Chinese and English
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268***267 October 2026
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When visiting Qingzhou Ancient City, the Fucai Gate Tower is a must-see, considered the heart of the ancient city. There aren't many other attractions within the ancient city, but the tower has a great location, with convenient access via sightseeing electric carts. There are also plenty of food stalls to explore nearby.

Ancient Town of Qingzhou

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M10***808 October 2026
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Overall, it was alright, but it's too far from the city center, and there's a lack of restaurants and tourist attractions nearby. The rooms are quite spacious, the facilities are good, and the amenities are quite complete.

Yunmen Mountain Scenic Area

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馋兔奶9 May 2025
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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.

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Anonymous user31 May 2026
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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.

Huanghua Creek

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M26***8930 September 2026
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Qingzhou, one of the Nine Provinces, has a long history. Although the city wall was built later, you can see a panoramic view of the ancient city from the top. In addition, the Imperial Examination Hall is very famous and produced more than 800 Jinshi (successful candidates in the highest imperial examinations).

Ouyuan Garden

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王小皮同学8 August 2026
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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.

Jingtang Ancient Town

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一懒众衫小吖12 September 2026
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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.

Tuoshan

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mujinhuakai6246 October 2026
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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.

Jiulongyu

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Anonymous user25 May 2026
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Fucai Gate is the south gate of Qingzhou Ancient City. It was first built in the Northern Wei Dynasty and named in the Qing Dynasty. The gate tower was rebuilt in 2013. Climbing the tower offers a panoramic view of the ancient city and is a landmark building of the ancient city.

Fucai Gate Tower

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你瞅啥咋7 September 2026
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Fan Gong Pavilion in Qingzhou: A Pavilion to Witness the Grandeur of the Song Dynasty 🌿 Located on the banks of the Nanyang River, ancient trees stand tall, Tang Dynasty catalpa and Song Dynasty locust trees silently recounting a thousand years of history. Following in the footsteps of Fan Zhongyan's patriotic spirit of "worrying about the world's troubles before enjoying its pleasures," one can appreciate the noble character of this sage who served the people with love and dedication. Just a wall away lies the former residence of Li Qingzhao. In the Guilai Hall, one can revisit the graceful verses of the poet Yi'an Jushi, a blend of heroic spirit and tender sentiment. Yangxi Lake flows gently, its willows swaying, its pavilions and corridors brimming with the cultural heritage of the Song Dynasty. Stepping into the garden is not only a journey through mountains and water, but also an endless scroll of Song Dynasty poetry. Come to Qingzhou for a cultural rendezvous spanning a thousand years. #QingzhouFanGongPavilion #QingzhouTourism #LiQingzhaoFormerResidence #WorryingAboutTheWorldBeforeTheTroubles #ShandongCultureTourism #QingzhouAncientCity #SanxianTemple #TravelRecommendation

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