Linyi
Linyi is an eco-friendly city that lies in the southeastern region of Shandong. This is the largest metropolitan center among Shandong’s 16 metro regions. Linyi region includes 9 counties. Population is 11 million. What distinguishes Linyi from the rest of cities in Shandong is its own ecosystem.
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Expect to find an abundance of greenery, clear water, fresh air, and of course, rich history and friendly people. In the summer, if you drive into Linyi, you will immediately feel a minus 3°C in temperature change. Linyi’s airport serves as a regional hub connecting with major cities in China.
Bamboo Spring (Zhuquan) Village is a “must-see” place if you would like to experience Chinese traditional village life. Bamboo Spring (Zhuquan) Village is named for its abundance in bamboos and springs. You can see beautiful stone paths lined between the classical farm houses and stream appearing very limpid. The village itself has more than 400 years of history. Interestingly, the spring water quality passes the national standard for drinking water! Therefore, people can drink water directly from the springs. Knock on the door to see how villagers embroider their shoes and how their meals are prepared. Explore into their pottery shop to add a few pottery pieces to your collection, where these pieces have even been picked as national prizes. Check out their BnB stay options and do an overnight stay night.
Being in the center of Chinese civilization, Linyi is home to many Chinese philosophers, scholars, military strategists, mathematicians, etc. Among them, two great Chinese household names, Zhuge Liang (181-234AD) and Wang Xizhi, (303-361AD) come to the forefront.
Zhuge Liang was a loyal man to Lord Liu Bei, one of the emperors of the Three Kingdom. He had most of the control over the Shu State. Even after Lord Liu Bei passed away, he had assisted the sibling of the emperor. He was in his late 20s at the peak of his career.
Wang Xizhi is recognized as the “sage of calligraphy”. There is an old Chinese saying, “Wen Ru Qi Ren”, meaning that your calligraphy is a reflection of your personality. To many Chinese people, calligraphy is nothing short of a life long journey. Wang was best exemplified with it. Started as a child, Wang was rumored to have had drained a family pond to grind paint for practice and writing. His autographs are inscribed all over China.
Located in Yancheng County as the first and the largest of its kind (named by tree types) in China, the Ginkgo Tree Forest Park is located in Yan Cheng County of Linyi metro occupying both banks of the Yi River. In fact, the 10 square kilometer ginkgo tree cluster is a historical natural reserve. It is on the list of China National Historical Registra and had featured in China National Geography Magazine.
Linyi is a green region with open arms for your visit.
Top Attractions

Yimeng Mountain Region
Linyi’s landscape is evenly divided by the mountains, hills and flatlands. Close to Linyi, you will find the Mengshan National Park. This enormous mountain the second of a series of “five great mountain” range in Shandong.

Kingdom of Ji Plateau
take a hike or ride the cable car onto this “cannot miss” wonder called the Kingdom of Ji Plateau (Jiwanggu) in Yishui County.

Zhuge Liang Cultural Theme Park
the best known Chinese military strategist, Zhuge Liang was the chancellor of the Shu State during the War of Three Kingdoms (220-280 AD). However his influence reached far beyond the fields of battle. In addition to being a well-renowned scholar and a great thinker,

Natural Underground Gallery
Located at the foot of Jiuding Lianhua Mountain. It possesses the largest quantity of stalactites and stalagmites with a gallery of 6,600m long. The 2nd highest peak in Shandong is the Mengshan Mountain, also known as “Dai”.

Glass Bridge
At Linyi Mengshan Guimeng Scenic Area, you can test your nerve by crossing “the cracked glass bridge”, at over 1,000 meters above sea level. Your feet would crack the glass as you take your steps across the bridge.
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You can take bus 3, 4, 5, 7, 9, 15, 18, 33, 34, 35, 43, 49, 77, 101, 103, K50, K51 to get to Jinan downtown.
Planning/Tours
1-day Trip
Village of Fang Gai - Nine Dragon Gorge (房干景区-九龙大峡谷)
Qi Wall
2-day Trip
Day 1:
Village of Fang Gai - Nine Dragon Gorge (房干景区-九龙大峡谷)
Day2:
Xue Ye Lake (雪野湖)
Qi Wall
Laiwu Agricultural Expo (雪野农博园)
“Cinque Terre” of Shandong
3-day Trip
Day 1:
Morning: Great Qi Wall (齐长城)
Afternoon: Xue Ye Lake (雪野湖)
Day 2:
Village of Fang Gai - Nine Dragon Gorge (房干景区-九龙大峡谷)
Day 3:
Morning: The Civil War Museum (莱芜战役纪念馆)
Afternoon: Lotus Flower National Park and National Geology Park. (莲花山)
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